1 JPY to KES1 Japanese Yen = 0.8231 Kenyan Shilling
🇯🇵 1 Japanese Yen (¥1) is worth 🇰🇪 0.8231 Kenyan Shilling (KES0.8231) at the current exchange rate of 1 JPY = 0.8231 KES. Rates were last updated Sep 21, 2026, 08:00 PM UTC.
Over the last 30 days, the JPY to KES rate rose 1.05% (high 0.8441 on September 8, 2026, low 0.8078 on September 2, 2026, average 0.8248). Over the last 90 days, the JPY to KES rate rose 2.80% (high 0.8441 on September 8, 2026, low 0.7906 on July 25, 2026, average 0.8114).
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Convert 1 Japanese Yen to Kenyan Shilling
1 JPY = KES0.8231 KES
1 KES = ¥1.215 JPY
- 30-day change
- +1.05%
- 90-day high
- 0.8441
- 90-day low
- 0.7906
Last updated: Sep 21, 2026, 08:00 PM UTC
Convert Japanese Yen to Kenyan Shilling
| JPY | KES |
|---|---|
| ¥1 JPY | KES0.8231 KES |
| ¥5 JPY | KES4.1153 KES |
| ¥10 JPY | KES8.2307 KES |
| ¥25 JPY | KES20.5767 KES |
| ¥50 JPY | KES41.1534 KES |
| ¥100 JPY | KES82.3069 KES |
| ¥500 JPY | KES411.5343 KES |
| ¥1,000 JPY | KES823.0687 KES |
| ¥5,000 JPY | KES4,115.34 KES |
| ¥10,000 JPY | KES8,230.69 KES |
Convert Kenyan Shilling to Japanese Yen
| KES | JPY |
|---|---|
| KES1 KES | ¥1.215 JPY |
| KES5 KES | ¥6.0748 JPY |
| KES10 KES | ¥12.1497 JPY |
| KES25 KES | ¥30.3741 JPY |
| KES50 KES | ¥60.7483 JPY |
| KES100 KES | ¥121.4965 JPY |
| KES500 KES | ¥607.4827 JPY |
| KES1,000 KES | ¥1,214.97 JPY |
| KES5,000 KES | ¥6,074.83 JPY |
| KES10,000 KES | ¥12,149.65 JPY |
JPY to KES exchange rate history
JPY to KES – last 90 days
JPY to KES – last 12 months
JPY to KES exchange rate history
Over the last 90 days, the Japanese Yen traded between 0.7906 and 0.8441 Kenyan Shilling, averaging 0.8114. The JPY/KES rate is up 2.80% over that period.
Over the last 12 months, the highest JPY to KES rate was 0.8687 (September 25, 2025) and the lowest was 0.7906 (July 25, 2026). The rate is down 5.25% year on year, meaning the Japanese Yen has lost value against the Kenyan Shilling.
| Date | 1 JPY in KES | Change |
|---|---|---|
| September 20, 2026 | 0.8256 | +2.11% |
| August 30, 2026 | 0.8086 | +0.53% |
| July 31, 2026 | 0.8043 | +0.46% |
| June 28, 2026 | 0.8006 | -1.65% |
| May 23, 2026 | 0.814 | +0.20% |
| April 23, 2026 | 0.8124 | -0.38% |
| March 24, 2026 | 0.8155 | -1.89% |
| February 22, 2026 | 0.8313 | +2.25% |
| January 23, 2026 | 0.813 | -1.80% |
| December 24, 2025 | 0.8278 | +0.31% |
| November 24, 2025 | 0.8253 | -2.35% |
| October 25, 2025 | 0.8451 | -2.71% |
| September 25, 2025 | 0.8687 | – |
Historical figures use daily reference rates: sampled every three days for the 90-day view and monthly for the 12-month view, plus today's live rate.
The Japanese Yen is the official currency of Japan, issued under the oversight of the Bank of Japan (BOJ). It has been in use since 1871 and is divided into 100 Sen (rarely used).
The Yen is the third most traded currency in the forex market and a major reserve currency. It's often considered a 'safe-haven' currency, with investors moving to yen during times of global economic uncertainty.
More about JPY →The Kenyan Shilling (KES) is traded against the Japanese Yen and other world currencies. See the KES page for its live rates against major currencies.
More about KES →How to convert Japanese Yen to Kenyan Shilling
- Enter the amount of JPY you want to convert in the “Amount” box.
- Check that JPY is selected as the source and KES as the target (use the swap button to reverse them).
- See the KES value update instantly, or press Convert to open a shareable page for that exact amount.
Frequently asked questions about JPY to KES
How much is 1 Japanese Yen in Kenyan Shilling?
As of September 21, 2026, 1 Japanese Yen (JPY) = 0.8231 Kenyan Shilling (KES). The rate comes from the mid-market reference rate and is refreshed hourly.
How much is 100 Japanese Yen in Kenyan Shilling?
As of September 21, 2026, 100 JPY is equal to 82.3069 KES, based on a rate of 0.8231 KES per JPY.
How much is 1 Kenyan Shilling in Japanese Yen?
As of September 21, 2026, 1 Kenyan Shilling (KES) = 1.215 Japanese Yen (JPY).
What has the JPY to KES exchange rate done recently?
Over the last 30 days the JPY/KES rate changed by +1.05%, ranging from 0.8078 to 0.8441. Over the last 90 days it ranged from 0.7906 to 0.8441 and changed by +2.80%.
Which is stronger, the Japanese Yen or the Kenyan Shilling?
The Kenyan Shilling is currently worth more per unit than the Japanese Yen: 1 JPY = 0.8231 KES, and 1 KES = 1.215 JPY. A higher number per unit does not by itself mean a stronger economy; it also reflects how each currency is denominated.
When is the best time to convert JPY to KES?
Currencies trade 24 hours a day from Monday morning in Sydney to Friday evening in New York, and rates move by the minute while markets are open. Liquidity is usually highest around 1–4 PM GMT, when the London and New York sessions overlap. Watching the 90-day range above helps you judge whether today's rate is high or low compared with recent weeks.
Is this the rate I will get at a bank or exchange service?
No. The figures on this page are mid-market reference rates used for information. Banks, cash exchanges and money-transfer services add a margin or fee, so the amount you actually receive is usually a little lower than the converted amount shown here.