5,000 KES to JPY5,000 Kenyan Shilling = 6,077.93 Japanese Yen
🇰🇪 5,000 Kenyan Shilling (KES5,000) is worth 🇯🇵 6,077.93 Japanese Yen (¥6,077.93) at the current exchange rate of 1 KES = 1.2156 JPY. Rates were last updated Sep 21, 2026, 05:00 PM UTC.
Over the last 30 days, the KES to JPY rate fell 0.99% (high 1.2379 on September 2, 2026, low 1.1846 on September 8, 2026, average 1.2127). Over the last 90 days, the KES to JPY rate fell 2.68% (high 1.2649 on July 25, 2026, low 1.1846 on September 8, 2026, average 1.2329).
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Convert 5,000 Kenyan Shilling to Japanese Yen
1 KES = ¥1.2156 JPY
1 JPY = KES0.8226 KES
- 30-day change
- -0.99%
- 90-day high
- 1.2649
- 90-day low
- 1.1846
Last updated: Sep 21, 2026, 05:00 PM UTC
Convert Kenyan Shilling to Japanese Yen
| KES | JPY |
|---|---|
| KES1 KES | ¥1.2156 JPY |
| KES5 KES | ¥6.0779 JPY |
| KES10 KES | ¥12.1559 JPY |
| KES25 KES | ¥30.3897 JPY |
| KES50 KES | ¥60.7793 JPY |
| KES100 KES | ¥121.5587 JPY |
| KES500 KES | ¥607.7934 JPY |
| KES1,000 KES | ¥1,215.59 JPY |
| KES5,000 KES | ¥6,077.93 JPY |
| KES10,000 KES | ¥12,155.87 JPY |
Convert Japanese Yen to Kenyan Shilling
| JPY | KES |
|---|---|
| ¥1 JPY | KES0.8226 KES |
| ¥5 JPY | KES4.1132 KES |
| ¥10 JPY | KES8.2265 KES |
| ¥25 JPY | KES20.5662 KES |
| ¥50 JPY | KES41.1324 KES |
| ¥100 JPY | KES82.2648 KES |
| ¥500 JPY | KES411.324 KES |
| ¥1,000 JPY | KES822.6479 KES |
| ¥5,000 JPY | KES4,113.24 KES |
| ¥10,000 JPY | KES8,226.48 KES |
KES to JPY exchange rate history
KES to JPY – last 90 days
KES to JPY – last 12 months
KES to JPY exchange rate history
Over the last 90 days, the Kenyan Shilling traded between 1.1846 and 1.2649 Japanese Yen, averaging 1.2329. The KES/JPY rate is down 2.68% over that period.
Over the last 12 months, the highest KES to JPY rate was 1.2649 (July 25, 2026) and the lowest was 1.1512 (September 25, 2025). The rate is up 5.60% year on year, meaning the Kenyan Shilling has gained value against the Japanese Yen.
| Date | 1 KES in JPY | Change |
|---|---|---|
| September 20, 2026 | 1.2112 | -2.07% |
| August 30, 2026 | 1.2367 | -0.53% |
| July 31, 2026 | 1.2433 | -0.46% |
| June 28, 2026 | 1.2491 | +1.67% |
| May 23, 2026 | 1.2285 | -0.20% |
| April 23, 2026 | 1.2309 | +0.38% |
| March 24, 2026 | 1.2262 | +1.93% |
| February 22, 2026 | 1.203 | -2.20% |
| January 23, 2026 | 1.2301 | +1.83% |
| December 24, 2025 | 1.208 | -0.31% |
| November 24, 2025 | 1.2117 | +2.41% |
| October 25, 2025 | 1.1832 | +2.79% |
| September 25, 2025 | 1.1512 | – |
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 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 →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 →How to convert Kenyan Shilling to Japanese Yen
- Enter the amount of KES you want to convert in the “Amount” box.
- Check that KES is selected as the source and JPY as the target (use the swap button to reverse them).
- See the JPY value update instantly, or press Convert to open a shareable page for that exact amount.
Frequently asked questions about KES to JPY
How much is 1 Kenyan Shilling in Japanese Yen?
As of September 21, 2026, 1 Kenyan Shilling (KES) = 1.2156 Japanese Yen (JPY). The rate comes from the mid-market reference rate and is refreshed hourly.
How much is 100 Kenyan Shilling in Japanese Yen?
As of September 21, 2026, 100 KES is equal to 121.5587 JPY, based on a rate of 1.2156 JPY per KES.
How much is 1 Japanese Yen in Kenyan Shilling?
As of September 21, 2026, 1 Japanese Yen (JPY) = 0.8226 Kenyan Shilling (KES).
What has the KES to JPY exchange rate done recently?
Over the last 30 days the KES/JPY rate changed by -0.99%, ranging from 1.1846 to 1.2379. Over the last 90 days it ranged from 1.1846 to 1.2649 and changed by -2.68%.
Which is stronger, the Kenyan Shilling or the Japanese Yen?
The Kenyan Shilling is currently worth more per unit than the Japanese Yen: 1 KES = 1.2156 JPY, and 1 JPY = 0.8226 KES. 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 KES to JPY?
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.