GBP vs JPY
🇯🇵1 GBP = 218 JPY
Rates as of 2026-07-22 · Source: European Central Bank
Quick Stats
Historical Comparison
GBP / JPY| Period | Then | Now | Change | Trend |
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Source: European Central Bank via Frankfurter API
About GBP / JPY
🇬🇧 GBP — British Pound Sterling
The British Pound Sterling is the oldest currency still in use and the fourth most traded currency in the world. It is the official currency of the United Kingdom and its overseas territories.
🇯🇵 JPY — Japanese Yen
The Japanese Yen is the third most traded currency in the forex market and is widely used as a reserve currency. It is known as a safe-haven currency that investors flock to during times of global uncertainty.
Key Factors Affecting GBP/JPY
🇬🇧 GBP Drivers
- Bank of England interest rate decisions
- UK economic data and Brexit-related developments
- London financial market sentiment
- UK inflation and housing market trends
🇯🇵 JPY Drivers
- Bank of Japan monetary policy and yield curve control
- Japan's trade surplus and export data
- Global risk appetite and safe-haven flows
- USD/JPY carry trade dynamics
💡 Did You Know? — GBP
The pound sterling has been in continuous use since its inception around 775 AD, making it over 1,200 years old.
💡 Did You Know? — JPY
The yen has no subdivisions in circulation — unlike most currencies, there are no cents or pence equivalent.
Economy Overview
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
The UK has one of the largest economies in Europe, with London serving as a major global financial center. The Bank of England (BoE) sets monetary policy and inflation targets.
🇯🇵 Japan
Japan has the third-largest economy in the world and is a major exporter of automobiles, electronics, and technology. The Bank of Japan (BoJ) has maintained ultra-low interest rates for decades.