British Pound to Japanese Yen — GBP to JPY
GBP to JPY Converter
GBP/JPY Rate — Last 30 Days
GBP gained 1.18% vs JPY this week — a clear short-term uptrend. If momentum holds, GBP may continue to strengthen.
The 7-day average rate is below the 30-day average — recent momentum favors JPY strengthening vs GBP. The trend may continue until a catalyst (rate decision, economic data) reverses it.
8 consecutive days where GBP gained vs JPY. Consistent streaks indicate sustained buying pressure — but longer streaks increase the odds of a short-term pullback.
RSI below 50 means sellers are in control over the recent period. At 38, momentum is moderately bearish — not extreme, suggesting the downtrend may have room to continue.
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Rate Statistics
| Period | High | Low | Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 days | 214.9200 | 212.4100 | 213.2800 |
| 30 days | 219.1400 | 211.0500 | 214.8339 |
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Historical GBP/JPY Rates by Year
What drives the GBP/JPY rate?
Whether you're converting GBP for travel, business, or investment, here's what drives the GBP to JPY exchange rate. The GBP/JPY exchange rate is determined by supply and demand in global currency markets, influenced by interest rate decisions from both central banks, economic data releases, inflation figures, and broader risk sentiment in financial markets. Trade flows between the two countries or regions also play an important role in long-term rate direction.
How to get the best GBP to JPY rate
The rate shown above is the interbank mid-market rate — the real exchange rate used between financial institutions. Individual customers cannot access this rate directly. Banks typically add a 2–3% spread on top, meaning you receive significantly less than the rate shown.
Online transfer services like Wise offer rates very close to the interbank rate with a small transparent fee of 0.5–1%. On a $1,000 GBP exchange this typically saves $15–25 compared to a bank. Airport exchange booths charge the highest fees — often 5–8% above the interbank rate — and should be avoided for large amounts.