Travel Tips Travelling to Japan

Can I use Revolut in Japan?

Zorica Lončar

28.06.23 (updated more than 1 year ago)

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Planning a holiday to Japan? Perhaps you’re considering moving there permanently to work or study. Whichever is the case, you’ll need to figure out a way to manage your money while you’re there.

If you use the money app Revolut in the UK, you’ll want to know if it works in Japan. This could be helpful, as it means that there’s no need to open a new account elsewhere.

You’re in luck - as you certainly can use Revolut in Japan, and most features are available.

Read on to find out more about how Revolut works in Japan. Plus, some info on an alternative for low-cost spending overseas - the Wise international debit card.

How does Revolut work in Japan?

Revolut operates in Japan, so there’s a dedicated Revolut Japan website and you can sign up as a new customer there.

The plan structure is pretty similar to the UK, with the following options available:¹

Standard - no monthly fee
Premium - ¥980 JPY a month
Metal - ¥1,980 JPY a month

The list of features is almost the same too. With the free plan, you’ll get a debit card, free ATM withdrawals (up to a limit) and all standard banking services - all managed using the handy Revolut mobile app.

Upgrade to Premium or Metal and you’ll unlock extra features. This includes things like higher limits, cashback on card payments and discounted airport lounge access.

Using your UK Revolut account in Japan

If you have a Revolut account opened in the UK, will it work in Japan? In short, yes.

You can use your Revolut account to make international transfers, and to spend and withdraw cash on your Revolut debit card while in Japan.

The card supports spending in Japanese yen (JPY).² However, you’ll need to check exchange rates and currency conversion fees carefully. This is particularly important at weekends, when Revolut charges an additional fee to convert currency.³

You should be able to use your Revolut card at anywhere in Japan that accepts Visa or Mastercard. However, it could also be a smart idea to carry some yen in cash with you, just in case.

You’ll also need to stick to the limits and restrictions of your UK Revolut plan. For example, if you’re on a free Standard plan, you’ll only be able to withdraw £200 a month in overseas ATM withdrawals for free. Above this, there’s a 2% fee.³

Wise - an alternative to Revolut in Japan

If you’re looking for a convenient, low-cost way to spend while visiting Japan or other international destinations, check out Wise.

Open a Wise multi-currency account online and you can easily manage your money in 40 currencies, including GBP and JPY.

You won’t pay any monthly fees, and there’s only a low, transparent fee when you want to make a transfer or convert currency. You’ll see any costs upfront, so there are never any nasty surprises.

And for a one-off cost of just £7, you can get a Wise international debit card for spending in 174 countries.

This powerful contactless card works all over the world, including Japan. Whenever you spend, it automatically converts your money to JPY at the mid-market exchange rate. This could save you a bundle on holiday spending.

Join Wise today

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