GBP to JPY Rate Today: British Pound to Japanese Yen
1 British pound (GBP) = 211.80 Japanese yen (JPY) at today's mid-market rate (8 Nov 2026). 500 GBP = 105,902.43 JPY, and 1 JPY = 0.0047 GBP.
Quick facts
- 1 GBP = 211.80 JPY (mid-market rate, 8 Nov 2026)
- 1 JPY = 0.0047 GBP
- GBP is the code for the British pound; JPY is the code for the Japanese yen (ISO 4217).
- Banks and money transfer services usually give a slightly worse rate than this and may charge a fee.
How to convert GBP to JPY
- Find today's rate: 1 GBP = 211.80 JPY.
- Multiply the amount in GBP by the rate.
- Round to two decimal places, as money is quoted in cents or fils.
Worked example: 500 GBP × 211.80 = 105,902.43 JPY.
Source: ExchangeRate-API daily mid-market reference rates.
GBP to JPY conversion table
| British Pounds [£] | Japanese Yen [¥] |
|---|---|
| 1 £ | 211.80 ¥ |
| 5 £ | 1,059.02 ¥ |
| 10 £ | 2,118.05 ¥ |
| 50 £ | 10,590.24 ¥ |
| 100 £ | 21,180.49 ¥ |
| 200 £ | 42,360.97 ¥ |
| 500 £ | 105,902.43 ¥ |
| 1,000 £ | 211,804.87 ¥ |
| 5,000 £ | 1,059,024.33 ¥ |
| 10,000 £ | 2,118,048.65 ¥ |
JPY to GBP conversion table
| Japanese Yen [¥] | British Pounds [£] |
|---|---|
| 100 ¥ | 0.4721 £ |
| 500 ¥ | 2.36 £ |
| 1,000 ¥ | 4.72 £ |
| 5,000 ¥ | 23.61 £ |
| 10,000 ¥ | 47.21 £ |
| 25,000 ¥ | 118.03 £ |
| 50,000 ¥ | 236.07 £ |
| 100,000 ¥ | 472.13 £ |
| 500,000 ¥ | 2,360.66 £ |
Is this the GBP to JPY rate you will get?
The rate above is the mid-market rate: the midpoint between what buyers and sellers pay on global currency markets. It is the fairest benchmark, but it is rarely what you receive.
- Banks and exchange houses usually add a margin to the mid-market rate, often 1–3% or more.
- Money transfer apps may offer a rate closer to mid-market but charge a fixed fee.
- Compare the total the recipient will get, after fees, rather than the headline rate.
British Pound and Japanese Yen
| British Pound | Japanese Yen | |
|---|---|---|
| Code and symbol | GBP (£) | JPY (¥) |
What is a British pound?
The official currency of the United Kingdom, one of the oldest currencies still in use. Used in the UK and several British Crown dependencies and territories.
What is a Japanese yen?
The official currency of Japan, issued by the Bank of Japan. One of the most-traded currencies globally and a common reserve currency.
Frequently asked questions
How much is 100 GBP in JPY?
100 British pounds (GBP) = 21,180.49 Japanese yen (JPY) at the mid-market rate on 8 Nov 2026.
How much is 1 JPY in GBP?
1 Japanese yen (JPY) = 0.0047 British pounds (GBP) at the mid-market rate on 8 Nov 2026.
Why is my bank's GBP to JPY rate different?
We show the mid-market rate: the midpoint between buying and selling prices on global currency markets. Banks, exchange houses and money transfer apps usually add a margin to this rate and may charge a fee, so compare the total amount the recipient gets.
How often is the GBP to JPY rate updated?
Rates come from ExchangeRate-API's daily-updated feed and are cached for up to 12 hours. They are mid-market reference rates, so banks and card providers will charge a different rate.
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