GBP to JPY Exchange Rate Today

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Mid-market rate · 1 GBP = 212.9500 JPY · Updated 7 Aug 2026, 23:06 UTC

Popular conversions

GBP	JPY
	212.95
	2,129.50
	10,647.50
	21,295.00
	106,475.00
	212,950.00

6-day trend

31 Jul7 Aug

Today 212.9500 Low 211.0500 High 215.0600 -0.98%

Banks and bureaux may add a 2–5% spread on top of this mid-market rate, so the amount you actually receive can be lower — always compare before you travel or transfer. Source: European Central Bank data via Frankfurter.

Whether you are sending money to Japan, travelling to Tokyo, or simply tracking the Japanese yen against the British pound, the live converter above shows the mid-market rate for GBP to JPY. This page explains what structurally moves the exchange rate and how to get the best deal when converting.

Mid-market vs retail: The mid-market rate is the wholesale benchmark; retail providers add a spread of 2–5% to profit from your transaction.
What moves it: Structural drivers include central bank interest rate decisions, inflation trends, trade balances, and shifts in global risk appetite.
Cards vs cash: Cards offer competitive exchange rates but may carry foreign transaction fees; cash is essential in rural Japan and for smaller merchants.
Data source: European Central Bank reference rates via Frankfurter — a mid-market benchmark, not a retail quote

What drives the GBP/JPY relationship

The pound-yen pair is shaped by the interest rate policies of the Bank of England and the Bank of Japan, as well as inflation differentials between the two economies. Japanese yen often benefits from safe-haven flows during global uncertainty, while the pound is more sensitive to UK trade data, fiscal outlook, and risk sentiment in European markets.

Practical guidance for converting pounds to yen

The rate you see in the live converter above is the mid-market rate, which differs from the retail rate offered by banks or currency exchange desks. Expect a spread of 2–5% on cash or wire transfers; using a multi-currency card or specialist transfer service can narrow that gap. For travel in Japan, carrying some yen in cash is useful, but cards are widely accepted in cities.

By Priya Sharma, Business & Economy Editor · Reviewed by Helen Carver, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead

Common questions

Answers below use live mid-market data (European Central Bank reference rates) — last refreshed 7 Aug 2026, 23:06 UTC (auto-updates every 15 minutes).

What is the current GBP to JPY exchange rate?

As of the latest reference on 7 August 2026, 1 GBP = 212.9500 JPY at the mid-market rate.

What is 100 JPY in GBP?

At the current mid-market rate (7 August 2026), 100 JPY ≈ 0.47 GBP before fees. Use the converter above for other amounts.

What is 100 GBP in JPY?

At the current mid-market rate (7 August 2026), 100 GBP ≈ 21,295.00 JPY before fees.

What was the 6-day high and low for GBP/JPY?

Over the last 6 ECB reference days, GBP/JPY ranged from 211.0500 to 215.0600 — a net change of -0.98% over the period.

Why does British pound move against Japanese yen?

GBP/JPY reflects relative interest rates, inflation expectations, trade balances and global demand for reserve currencies. Major moves often follow central-bank policy announcements. We publish live reference data only — not forecasts.

Is this rate the same as the Post Office or my bank?

No. High-street providers and card issuers quote retail rates with margins. Compare their buy/sell spread against the mid-market reference on this page before travelling or sending money.

Sources & standards

Exchange-rate data on this page is fetched from primary sources and refreshed automatically. This is general information, not personal financial advice.