Japanese Yen (JPY) to Israeli Shekel (ILS)
Live exchange rate: 1 JPY = 0.0192 ILS
Exchange Rate History
Common Conversions
Historical Rates (1 Year)
Understanding the JPY to ILS Exchange Rate
The exchange rate between the Japanese Yen (JPY) and Israeli Shekel (ILS) reflects the relative economic strength and monetary policies of their issuing authorities: Bank of Japan (BoJ) and Bank of Israel (BoI). In global financial markets, exchange rates move continuously due to commercial trade balances, inflation differentials, and international capital flows.
The rate displayed on SmartCurrencyTools (1 JPY = 0.0192 ILS) is the pure mid-market spot rate. This is the real interbank benchmark without any commercial markup.
Mid-Market Rate vs. Traditional Bank Spread on JPY to ILS
When you transfer money abroad through a retail bank or airport kiosk, they rarely give you the mid-market rate. Here is how hidden rate markups affect typical conversion amounts:
| Service Type | Typical Rate Spread | You Send 1,000 JPY | Hidden Loss vs Mid-Market |
|---|---|---|---|
| SmartCurrencyTools (Mid-Market) | 0.00% (Pure Interbank) | 19.16 ILS | 0.00 ILS |
| Modern Low-Fee Providers | ~0.35% – 0.50% | 19.08 ILS | ~0.08 ILS |
| Standard High-Street Bank | ~2.50% – 3.50% | 18.58 ILS | ~0.57 ILS |
| Airport Currency Kiosk / Hotel | ~7.00% – 12.00% | 17.43 ILS | ~1.72 ILS |
Tips for Getting the Best JPY to ILS Transfer Value
- •Reject Dynamic Currency Conversion (DCC): When paying with a debit or credit card abroad, always elect to be charged in ILS (local currency) rather than JPY. Merchant DCC terminals apply huge profit margins.
- •Set an Automated Rate Alert: If your transfer is not urgent, configure our free rate alert tool to notify you when JPY/ILS crosses your target price threshold.
- •Compare Total Landed Cost: Always evaluate the upfront transfer fee combined with the exchange rate markup to calculate the exact amount of ILS that will arrive in the recipient's account.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is 100 JPY in ILS today?
As of today, 100 JPY is equivalent to 1.92 ILS.
What is the JPY to ILS exchange rate?
The current live exchange rate is 1 JPY = 0.0192 ILS.
Is the JPY to ILS rate updated in real time?
Our rates are synced directly from the European Central Bank and updated hourly to ensure accuracy.
What was the highest JPY to ILS rate this year?
The highest recorded rate for JPY to ILS in the last 365 days was 0.0226.
