British Pound to Japanese Yen Exchange Rate Today (GBP to JPY)
As of this page load, 1 GBP ≈ 197.47 JPY at the live mid-market rate. Use the converter below for any amount, or jump to the conversion table further down.
About GBP/JPY: GBP/JPY ('the dragon' or 'beast') is famously volatile — typical daily ranges exceed 150 pips. It's a favourite of momentum traders during London-Tokyo session overlaps.
GBP to JPY Conversion Table
| British Pound (GBP) | Japanese Yen (JPY) |
|---|---|
| 1 GBP | 197.47 JPY |
| 5 GBP | 987.34 JPY |
| 10 GBP | 1,975 JPY |
| 25 GBP | 4,937 JPY |
| 50 GBP | 9,873 JPY |
| 100 GBP | 19,747 JPY |
| 250 GBP | 49,367 JPY |
| 500 GBP | 98,734 JPY |
| 1,000 GBP | 197,468 JPY |
| 5,000 GBP | 987,342 JPY |
| 10,000 GBP | 1,974,684 JPY |
| 50,000 GBP | 9,873,418 JPY |
| 100,000 GBP | 19,746,835 JPY |
JPY to GBP Conversion Table (Reverse)
1 JPY ≈ 0.0051 GBP
| Japanese Yen (JPY) | British Pound (GBP) |
|---|---|
| 1 JPY | 0.0051 GBP |
| 5 JPY | 0.0253 GBP |
| 10 JPY | 0.0506 GBP |
| 25 JPY | 0.1266 GBP |
| 50 JPY | 0.2532 GBP |
| 100 JPY | 0.5064 GBP |
| 250 JPY | 1.27 GBP |
| 500 JPY | 2.53 GBP |
| 1,000 JPY | 5.06 GBP |
| 5,000 JPY | 25.32 GBP |
| 10,000 JPY | 50.64 GBP |
| 50,000 JPY | 253.21 GBP |
| 100,000 JPY | 506.41 GBP |
About the British Pound to Japanese Yen Exchange Rate
The GBP/JPY pair reflects how many Japanese Yen one British Pound buys at any given moment. Rates fluctuate continuously during global forex market hours based on supply, demand, interest-rate differentials, and macroeconomic news flow. The live figure on this page is the mid-market rate — the midpoint between bid and ask prices on interbank screens — and is the fairest reference for travellers, freelancers, and international shoppers.
Best Ways to Convert GBP to JPY
- Wise (TransferWise) — typically 0.4–0.6% above mid-market. Bank-to-bank transfers. Compare providers →
- Revolut — 0% markup on weekdays within plan limits.
- XE Money Transfer — ~0.5–1.5% markup, no transfer fee on most corridors.
- OANDA — gold-standard reference rates; competitive on business transfers.
- High-street kiosks (Post Office, Sainsbury's, Travelex) — 2–4% markup.
- Airport exchange booths — 8–12% markup; avoid unless emergency.
Tips for Getting the Best GBP/JPY Rate
- Always check the live mid-market rate above as a benchmark before transacting.
- Pre-order foreign cash online for click-and-collect — rates are materially better than walk-in.
- Use a fee-free travel card (Wise, Revolut, Chase) for in-country spending.
- When prompted, pay in the local currency (JPY), never your home currency — DCC adds 3–8%.
- For transfers above £10,000 / $10,000, dedicated FX brokers often beat both banks and apps.
FAQ — GBP to JPY
What is the GBP to JPY exchange rate today?
1 GBP equals approximately 197.47 JPY at today's live mid-market rate. The converter above is updated continuously.
How much is 100 GBP in JPY?
100 GBP ≈ 19,747 JPY.
How much is 1,000 GBP in JPY?
1,000 GBP ≈ 197,468 JPY.
How much is 10,000 GBP in JPY?
10,000 GBP ≈ 1,974,684 JPY.
What's the cheapest way to convert GBP to JPY?
Wise and Revolut typically offer the closest rates to mid-market (~0.4–0.6%). See the full money transfer comparison.