The Wise NZD to JPY rate is 85.6. This is -0.7% below the mid-rate. Compare Wise currency conversion rates - Reduce FX costs.
The Wise NZD to JPY exchange rate is 85.6. This is -0.7% compared to the latest NZD-JPY mid-market rate 86.20.
As exchange rates can vary significantly between banks and also between currency exchange providers, it's therefore important to carefully compare New Zealand dollar (NZD) to Japanese yen (JPY) rates from different sources before making a conversion.
Looking at our comparison table the best NZD to JPY exchange rate is 85.77 from OFX, -0.5% from the mid-market rate 86.20. The next best rate is 85.68 from XE, -0.6% from the mid-rate. Then Wise with 85.6 is -0.7% from the mid-rate.
Among the banks, the ANZ Bank rate is 82.55 at -4.2%, the BNZ Bank rate is 81.46 at -5.5%, and the TSB Bank rate is 80.94 at -6.1% compared to the mid-rate 86.20.
It's important to note that exchange rates also fluctuate frequently due to market conditions. Additionally, banks and foreign exchange providers often apply a margin to the exchange rate, resulting in a less favorable rate for customers compared to the mid-market rate. For more competitive rates, you might consider using a specialized currency exchange service like Wise or platforms that offer rates closer to the mid-market rate.
The Wise Kiwi to Yen comparison table above makes it easy to compare the Total Fees (both variable and fixed) you are being charged by Wise and other foreign exchange providers against the latest NZD-JPY mid-rate (see Market Data below ) and the possible savings of using various providers.
Wise (formerly TransferWise) always aim to convert money at the real mid-market exchange rate. There’s just a small, fair service fee, and it’s all shown up-front, this fee normally works out to be less than 1% of the amount being exchanged.
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Although Wise won’t be the absolute cheapest on every currency route, it will at least show you exactly how much you are being charged in currency terms before you make your decision, which is more than can be said for banks or traditional money changers, who hide all sorts of charges within the exchange rates offered.
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New Zealand dollar (NZD) to Japanese yen (JPY) market data - latest interbank exchange rate, trend, chart & historic rates.
| Date | NZD/JPY | Change | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
18 Apr 2025 | 85.06 | 1.3% ▲ | 2 Week |
01 Feb 2025 | 87.46 | 1.5% ▼ | 3 Month |
02 May 2024 | 91.35 | 5.7% ▼ | 1 Year |
03 May 2020 | 64.21 | 34.2% ▲ | 5 Year |
05 May 2015 | 90.33 | 4.6% ▼ | 10 Year |
07 May 2005 | 76.94 | 12% ▲ | 20 Year |
Here are some popular conversion amounts for NZD to JPY (New Zealand dollar to Japanese yen)*.
| NZD | JPY |
|---|---|
| NZ$ 1,000 | ¥ 86,200 |
| NZ$ 5,000 | ¥ 431,000 |
| NZ$ 20,000 | ¥ 1,724,000 |
| NZ$ 100,000 | ¥ 8,620,000 |
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*Converted at the current NZDJPY interbank exchange rate. Calculate actual payout amounts for Send Money and Travel Money exchange rates.
The current outlook for the NZD to JPY exchange rate reflects a complex interplay of geopolitical events and market sentiment. Recently, the New Zealand dollar (NZD) has shown volatility, trading near 30-day highs at approximately 86.24, which is about 1.1% above its three-month average of 85.26. The NZD experienced fluctuations within a significant range of 8.1% over the past months, from lows of 80.96 to highs of 87.49. Analysts suggest that the NZD's movement is heavily influenced by risk appetite, particularly as it aligns closely with the Australian dollar (AUD), given their geographical and economic ties.
Read our full review of recent NZD to JPY forecasts.
There are several ways to save on exchange rates when converting New Zealand dollar to Japanese yen:
Generally speaking, if you are buying Japanese yen with New Zealand dollar, then it's better for the NZD/JPY exchange rate to be higher.
However working against you are the fees all foreign exchange providers charge for providing their service. These fees is usually contained within the exchange rate margin (or difference to the mid-rate).
The transaction margin you end up being charged can be considerably reduced by around a few percent (of total amount being exchanged) for travel money and possibly over 5% to 6% when sending money. The exact potential savings depends on the currencies being exchanged and the amount you are transferring and if you are willing to shop around.
Our real-time foreign transfer and travel money/cards comparison calculators make shopping around easy and help you calculate how much you can save.
Read our Currency guide to Japan — a practical currency and money guide to travel in Japan plus living and doing business with the Japanese yen.
It's worth noting that while these tips can help you save on exchange rates, it's important to be aware that no single method is guaranteed to provide the best exchange rate in every situation, and it may require some research and comparison-shopping to find the best option for your specific needs.
It is almost impossible to predict what an exchange rate will do in the future, the best approach is to monitor the currency markets and transact when an exchange rate moves in your favour.
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