Bank of Japan FAQs
These FAQs provide helpful answers to frequently asked questions on the Bank's functions and business operations as well as related topics. For the latest information or more detailed explanations, please refer to the Bank's other related pages on the website.
Most Viewed Questions
- What is a strong/weak Japanese yen?
- What is foreign exchange intervention? Who decides and conducts foreign exchange intervention?
- Can I use all types of banknotes that have been issued to date by the Bank? Are the old-design notes that I have still valid?
- What are the dimensions and weight of Japanese banknotes?
- Where should I bring damaged cash, such as a burnt banknote or a melted coin? What are the criteria for exchange of damaged banknotes?
- What is the uncollateralized overnight call rate? What is the excess and shortage of funds?
- What is the reserve requirement system? What are excess reserves?
- What is the BOJ-NET?
- What is DVP?
- How does monetary policy affect economic activity and prices?