1 ZAR to JPY1 South African Rand = 9.687 Japanese Yen
🇿🇦 1 South African Rand (R1) is worth 🇯🇵 9.687 Japanese Yen (¥9.687) at the current exchange rate of 1 ZAR = 9.687 JPY. Rates were last updated Sep 21, 2026, 08:00 PM UTC.
Over the last 30 days, the ZAR to JPY rate fell 2.40% (high 9.9769 on August 27, 2026, low 9.5138 on September 14, 2026, average 9.7269). Over the last 90 days, the ZAR to JPY rate fell 0.87% (high 9.9769 on August 27, 2026, low 9.4998 on August 3, 2026, average 9.7881).
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Convert 1 South African Rand to Japanese Yen
1 ZAR = ¥9.687 JPY
1 JPY = R0.1032 ZAR
- 30-day change
- -2.40%
- 90-day high
- 9.9769
- 90-day low
- 9.4998
Last updated: Sep 21, 2026, 08:00 PM UTC
Convert South African Rand to Japanese Yen
| ZAR | JPY |
|---|---|
| R1 ZAR | ¥9.687 JPY |
| R5 ZAR | ¥48.4348 JPY |
| R10 ZAR | ¥96.8696 JPY |
| R25 ZAR | ¥242.174 JPY |
| R50 ZAR | ¥484.348 JPY |
| R100 ZAR | ¥968.696 JPY |
| R500 ZAR | ¥4,843.48 JPY |
| R1,000 ZAR | ¥9,686.96 JPY |
| R5,000 ZAR | ¥48,434.80 JPY |
| R10,000 ZAR | ¥96,869.60 JPY |
Convert Japanese Yen to South African Rand
| JPY | ZAR |
|---|---|
| ¥1 JPY | R0.1032 ZAR |
| ¥5 JPY | R0.5162 ZAR |
| ¥10 JPY | R1.0323 ZAR |
| ¥25 JPY | R2.5808 ZAR |
| ¥50 JPY | R5.1616 ZAR |
| ¥100 JPY | R10.3232 ZAR |
| ¥500 JPY | R51.6158 ZAR |
| ¥1,000 JPY | R103.2316 ZAR |
| ¥5,000 JPY | R516.1578 ZAR |
| ¥10,000 JPY | R1,032.32 ZAR |
ZAR to JPY exchange rate history
ZAR to JPY – last 90 days
ZAR to JPY – last 12 months
ZAR to JPY exchange rate history
Over the last 90 days, the South African Rand traded between 9.4998 and 9.9769 Japanese Yen, averaging 9.7881. The ZAR/JPY rate is down 0.87% over that period.
Over the last 12 months, the highest ZAR to JPY rate was 9.9769 (August 27, 2026) and the lowest was 8.5904 (September 25, 2025). The rate is up 12.77% year on year, meaning the South African Rand has gained value against the Japanese Yen.
| Date | 1 ZAR in JPY | Change |
|---|---|---|
| September 20, 2026 | 9.6382 | -2.67% |
| August 30, 2026 | 9.9025 | +1.68% |
| July 31, 2026 | 9.7393 | -0.80% |
| June 28, 2026 | 9.8183 | +1.49% |
| May 23, 2026 | 9.674 | +0.29% |
| April 23, 2026 | 9.6463 | +3.00% |
| March 24, 2026 | 9.3653 | -3.14% |
| February 22, 2026 | 9.6691 | -1.82% |
| January 23, 2026 | 9.8483 | +5.53% |
| December 24, 2025 | 9.3325 | +3.58% |
| November 24, 2025 | 9.0097 | +2.17% |
| October 25, 2025 | 8.8179 | +2.65% |
| September 25, 2025 | 8.5904 | – |
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 South African Rand is the official currency of South Africa, issued under the oversight of the South African Reserve Bank. It has been in use since 1961 and is divided into 100 Cent.
South Africa has the most developed economy in Africa, and the rand is the most traded African currency. It's often used as a proxy for emerging market sentiment.
More about ZAR →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 South African Rand to Japanese Yen
- Enter the amount of ZAR you want to convert in the “Amount” box.
- Check that ZAR 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 ZAR to JPY
How much is 1 South African Rand in Japanese Yen?
As of September 21, 2026, 1 South African Rand (ZAR) = 9.687 Japanese Yen (JPY). The rate comes from the mid-market reference rate and is refreshed hourly.
How much is 100 South African Rand in Japanese Yen?
As of September 21, 2026, 100 ZAR is equal to 968.696 JPY, based on a rate of 9.687 JPY per ZAR.
How much is 1 Japanese Yen in South African Rand?
As of September 21, 2026, 1 Japanese Yen (JPY) = 0.1032 South African Rand (ZAR).
What has the ZAR to JPY exchange rate done recently?
Over the last 30 days the ZAR/JPY rate changed by -2.40%, ranging from 9.5138 to 9.9769. Over the last 90 days it ranged from 9.4998 to 9.9769 and changed by -0.87%.
Which is stronger, the South African Rand or the Japanese Yen?
The South African Rand is currently worth more per unit than the Japanese Yen: 1 ZAR = 9.687 JPY, and 1 JPY = 0.1032 ZAR. 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 ZAR 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.