500 USD to JPY – Convert 500 US Dollars to Japanese Yen
Convert 500 USD to JPY at the live mid-market exchange rate. Rateflare ensures you have today’s latest US Dollars to Japanese Yen rate before making a transfer.
500 USD = 77,612.50 JPY
Mid-market exchange rate
1 USD = 155.225 JPY
US Dollar to Japanese Yen Exchange Rates Today
See how much US Dollars converts to Japanese Yen with today’s live mid-market exchange rate. For example, 500 US Dollars = 77,612.50 Japanese Yen.
Factors Influencing USD to JPY Exchange Rate
Learn the main factors affecting the USD to JPY exchange rate. Explore how economic indicators, central bank policies, and geopolitical events influence US Dollar to Japanese Yen currency fluctuations.
Interest Rates & Monetary Policy
The policies of central banks, including interest rate changes, play a major role in the value of USD and JPY.
Inflation & Economic Data
Economic data such as inflation, GDP, and employment rates can significantly affect the USD to JPY exchange rate.
Geopolitical Events
Political developments, trade agreements, and international conflicts may create volatility in USD and JPY.
Market Sentiment & Risk Appetite
Investor confidence and global risk perception influence the demand for USD and JPY, affecting short- and long-term trends.
Top Reasons People Convert 500 USD to JPY
Here are some common reasons people convert 500 US Dollar to Japanese Yen, such as travel, education, or working abroad.
Travel: USD → JPY for tourism
Convert your US Dollars to Japanese Yen quickly, safely, and easily for travel expenses such as hotels, food, and transportation in Japan.
Education: Paying tuition in Japanese Yen
Students studying in Japan can easily convert their USD to JPY to conveniently cover tuition fees, living costs, and other essential expenses.
Working in United States: Send USD Home
Working in United States, you can easily convert your earned US Dollars and safely send them back home to support your family or savings.
Sending 500 USD to JPY: How Much Your Recipient Gets
These estimates are based on mid-market rates. The actual amount your recipient receives when sending 500 US Dollars to Japanese Yen may be lower due to provider markups and fees — always compare providers to see the real value.
Exchange Rate Markups When Sending 500 US Dollars to Japanese Yen
Money transfer companies usually don’t use the true mid-market rate. They add small markups on US Dollars to Japanese Yen transfers, which quietly reduces the total amount your recipients receive. Even a 2% markup can mean that when sending 500 US Dollars, your recipients may get roughly 1,552.25 Japanese Yen less — just because of hidden margins.
Transfer Fees Affect The Received Amount When Sending 500 USD to JPY Transfers
Besides exchange rate margins, your recipient may lose approximately 776.13 Japanese Yen when sending 500 US Dollars. This calculation assumes a 1% fee on the mid-market rate of 1 USD = 155.23 JPY.
Compare Providers to See the Exact Amount When Sending 500 USD to JPY Transfers
Sending 500 US Dollars to Japanese Yen, estimated received amounts from top providers: Remitly received amount is 74,868.00 JPY, Xoom received amount is 73,013.00 JPY, Bank of America received amount is 75,443.00 JPY.
Compare Providers When Sending 500 USD to JPY Transfers
Compare top money transfer providers for sending 500 USD to JPY. Based on the current mid-market rate of 1 USD = 155.225 JPY. Always compare providers to get the best rate.
Currency Information
Learn key details about USD and JPY, including currency symbols, countries using them, and current exchange rates to help you make informed conversions.
USD - US Dollar
US Dollar (USD) is the currency of United States. Its currency code is USD and the symbol is $. On this page, check the current exchange rate for US Dollar (USD) to Japanese Yen (JPY) and get key details to help with your currency conversions.
JPY - Japanese Yen
Japanese Yen (JPY) is the official currency of Japan, represented by the currency code JPY and the symbol ¥. On this page, you can see the current exchange rate between US Dollar (USD) and the Japanese Yen (JPY) and get key information to help with currency conversions.
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FAQs for Sending 500 USD to JPY
Find answers to common questions about sending 500 US Dollar to Japanese Yen using our currency converter.
How much is 500 US Dollar in Japanese Yen?
500 USD equals approximately 77,612.50 JPY based on the latest mid-market rate from Wise.
What is the live USD to JPY exchange rate today?
The live mid-market exchange rate for USD to JPY is 155.2250. This rate is provided by Wise and represents the real mid-market value without any markup.
Why does the received amount differ between money transfer providers when sending 500 US Dollar to Japanese Yen?
The amount your recipient receives can vary by provider due to exchange rate markups and fees. For sending 500 US Dollars to Japanese Yen, estimated received amounts from top providers: Remitly would deliver roughly 74,868.00 Japanese Yen, Xoom would deliver roughly 73,013.00 Japanese Yen, Bank of America would deliver roughly 75,443.00 Japanese Yen.
How can I compare exchange rates for 500 US Dollar to Japanese Yen?
To compare exchange rates for sending 500 US Dollars to Japanese Yen, top providers offer the following rates: Remitly offers a rate of 1 USD = 151.8596 JPY, Xoom offers a rate of 1 USD = 149.0026 JPY, Bank of America offers a rate of 1 USD = 150.8855 JPY.
Does the rate include any fees or markups when converting US Dollars to Japanese Yen?
No, the rate shown in the currency converter for converting US Dollars to Japanese Yen is the true mid-market rate and does not include any provider fees or markups. Individual providers may add fees or markups when you actually send money.
Where can I find the best USD to JPY conversion rate right now?
The currency converter shows the true mid-market rate for converting US Dollars to Japanese Yen. To see which provider offers the best rate after fees and markups, check out our Compare module where you can view estimated received amounts from Wise, Remitly, OFX, Xoom, and various banks.