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Find money transfer deals for sending money from Japan to Kenya. Compare the cheapest, fastest, and most reliable providers with the best JPY to KES exchange rates.

Read on for the best deals, expert information, and easiest ways to send money to Kenya from Japan.

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Companies for transfers from Japan to Kenya

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"Over 16 million customers use Wise, mostly for their excellent mobile app, transparent fee structure & use of mid-market rates. Now increasingly used for larger transfers."

Fees
0.1% - 2.6%
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0%
Sponsored

"Xe has over 30 years of currency exchange experience, and is one of the most reputable names on the market. 200 countries, 100 currencies, & funds often received in seconds."

Fees
$1.99 - $2.99
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0.3% - 2.1%

"Over 16 million customers use Wise, mostly for their excellent mobile app, transparent fee structure & use of mid-market rates. Now increasingly used for larger transfers."

Fees
0.1% - 2.6%
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0%

"TorFX's 5-star service handles most currency needs, especially relating to overseas property, emigration & retirement. Friendly phone support, no-obligation advice & no max transfer limit."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0.4% - 1.5%

"Revolut has 50+ million customers globally. You can hold up to 36 currencies in the app and send money quickly in 70+ currencies to 160+ countries."

Fees
0.3% - 1%
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 5 days
Exchange Rate Markup
0.1% - 0.6%

"Key Currency offers a personal service with a dedicated account manager. There are no transfer limits or fees which is perfect for larger send amounts."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 3 days
Exchange Rate Markup
0.1% - 0.6%

"Xe has over 30 years of currency exchange experience, and is one of the most reputable names on the market. 200 countries, 100 currencies, & funds often received in seconds."

Fees
$1.99 - $2.99
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0.3% - 2.1%

"Regency's UK-based account management team has vast experience. Get support on all kinds of transfers, from overseas property transactions to business payments & more."

Fees
None
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 24 hours
Exchange Rate Markup
0.15% - 1.5%

"Cambridge Currencies is a boutique UK-based currency broker helping clients send funds globally. Expect personable service & competitive rates from this new industry entrant."

Fees
No fees
Transfer Speed
0-5 days
Exchange Rate Markup
0.5% - 1.2%

"Send money to over 40 destinations online and in the mobile app."

Fees
$0 - $10
Transfer Speed
Minutes - 2 days
Exchange Rate Markup
0.3% - 2%

Best way to send: Wise

Wise is our top pick for sending JPY to KES.

We tested & reviewed 9 money transfer companies offering services between Japan and Kenya, and Wise scored highly.

In total, Wise appeared in 84.2% of Japan to Kenya searches, and was the top rated company out of 9 that support transfers into Kenyan Shilling.

So for a great mix of cost, speed & features, make your Japan to Kenya transfer using Wise.

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How to send money from Japan to Kenya

Summary of recent searches

Top rated for transfers from Japan to Kenya
Wise
Total number of JP - KE providers
9
Average cheapest fees & rate
Revolut
Average fastest transfer
Wise
Average transfer time
Within minutes
Best for bank transfers
Revolut
Best for debit card
Wise

Considerations for money transfers from Japan to Kenya

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Compare providers

Comparing providers offering services between Japan and Kenya, based on your specific needs is the best way to send money with confidence.

Our comparison includes 9 companies that provide the ability to send Yen to Kenya.

This ensures you get the best options for transfers to Kenya from Japan, based on the amount you want to send.

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Watch the Yen-Kenyan Shilling exchange rate
3
Choose the right payment method
4
Use providers regulated in Kenya and Japan
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Consider transfer limits
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Receiving money in Kenya
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Have your ID ready
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Tax declarations

Cheapest way to transfer money to Kenya from Japan: Revolut

Revolut offers a combination of the lowest fees and best exchange rates - making it the cheapest transfer service for sending Yen to Kenya.

Of the 9 providers compared, data shows that Revolut is 0.2% cheaper than the second-best option.

The is cost is made up of an average JPY-KES exchange rate that is 0.2% different to the mid-market rate and an average fee of 0* JPY.

If you want to secure the best rates on a JPY to Kenya transfer, Revolut will result in the most Kenyan Shilling received.

*The most common fee applied to JPY-KES by Revolut, based on data from the past six months.

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Fastest way to send money to Kenya from Japan: Wise.

Of the 9 companies offering Japan to Kenya, Wise is the quickest.

In our comparison, we found Wise to be the fastest way to send Yens to Kenyan Shilling in 61.1% of transfers. For quick transfers between JPY and KES, Wise comes highly recommended.

Sending money from Japan to Kenya through Wise has an average fee of 2,067.14 JPY.

To find the fastest company, we compared 9 money transfer providers for the overall speed of sending money from Japan to Kenya. This was made up of depositing Yen to a money transfer account and transfer times to Kenya.

When looking for the fastest money transfer, Wise is our best choice for sending into Kenya from Japan.

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Send large sums of money abroad with Currencies Direct

Transferring bigger amounts of money to Kenya from Japan needs a strong exchange rate and effective transfer management.

From the
9 options we compared, Currencies Direct offers the strongest all-round option for large transfers to Kenya from Japan.

Whatever the reason, sending large sums of money can be expensive if you get a bad exchange rate from Kenyan Shillings to Kenyan Shilling.

As such, we recommend Currencies Direct for large transfers between Kenya and Japan.

Understanding the cost of sending money to Kenya from Japan

The cost of sending money from Kenya to Kenya, is made-up of a combination of fees and exchange rates:

The Mid-Market and Exchange Rates: The mid-market rate determines a mid-price for buying currency. The current mid-market rate from JPY-KES is 0.8648 KES per Yen.

  • Finding a provider offering an exchange as close to 0.8648 as possible will ensure more Kenyan Shilling received when transferring.

  • For context, the JPY-KES mid-market rate for the past three months has averaged 0.8462 KES per Yen. This includes a high of 0.8921, and low of 0.8253.

  • Wise currently offers the best exchange rate on transfers from Japan to Kenya.

For the most part the JPY-KES exchange rate you receive is the biggest factor impacting the cost of sending JPY to Kenya.

Fees: Outside of exchange rates, you may need to pay a fee to send. Revolut currently offers the lowest fees on transfers to Kenya from Japan, averaging 0 JPY over the last 6 months. Although this does include large transfers as well, we recommend searching for your exact send amount for an exact fee.

Amount Received: The amount received in Kenyan Shilling is the amount you started with, minus the amount you paid in the exchange and fees.

The better deal you get on exchanging Yens to KES, paired with a low fee, means a higher total amount received in Kenya.

The best exchange rate for Yen to Kenyan Shilling transfers

When sending money between JPY and KES getting a good deal on an exchange rate is essential. The exchange rate you secure impacts how much KES you get for your JPY.

Mid-market Rate
1 
=
0.864791 
KES

Here's how the mid-market rate has performed recently, which will impact the overall cost of the exchange rate.

  • Over the past six months, the mid-market rate from JPY to KES has been 0.8462.

  • During this period, there was a high of 0.8921, and 0.8253 being the lowest point.

  • Wise, which is our recommended service to send money online from Japan to Kenya offers an exchange rate with a 0% markup against the mid-market rate.

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Payment options for Japan to
Kenya money transfers

  • Bank transfers

    Bank transfers are usually the best and easiest way to send money from Japan to Kenya.

    By using a money transfer company such as Revolut for transfers from Japan to Kenya, you can send money via a bank transfer while benefitting from lower fees and more favorable exchange rates than you would get from a traditional bank.

    Revolut is the cheapest money transfer company for bank transfers from the 9 we compared for transfers from JPY into Kenya.

    With an average fee of 0 JPY to send money from Japan to Kenya, Revolut offers a strong combination of competitive exchange rates and lower fees.


  • Debit cards and prepaid options

    Sending money from Japan to Kenya with a debit or a prepaid card is available through Wise.


    Wise is one of the cheaper options for debit card payments for transfers from Japan to Kenya. This cost is against a total of 9 money transfer companies offering this option.

  • Credit cards

    When it comes to international credit card transfers from Japan to Kenya, emerges as our top choice of the 9 companies offering this service.

    Be aware of fees: using a credit card to transfer money often results in a fee being charged by your card issuer. Where possible, we recommend a bank transfer or debit card payment.

How we analyze the market

We track the cost, speed, and product offerings of the leading money transfer services available between Kenya and Japan.


Our comparison engine and algorithms evaluate providers based on over 25 factors, including transfer fees, ease of use, exchange rates, mobile apps, transfer times & customer support.

We also consider how these services are rated on platforms like TrustPilot, AppStore, and Google Play, giving you a comprehensive view of what to expect.

This thorough analysis helps you get the best available deal - every time you want to move money from Japan to Kenya.


We also provide unbiased and detailed reviews of all the top money transfer companies. You can use these reviews to send JPY to KES.


For a deeper understanding of our commitment to integrity and transparency, we invite you to read our editorial policy document.

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Contributors

Keith Hodges
Keith is an experienced Content Specialist with a rich background in both marketing and journalism within the financial sector. At MoneyTransfers.com, Keith plays a pivotal role in driving the business forward and broadening its reach in various international money transfer markets. His expertise is a key factor in the company's expansion and success.
Luke Eales
Luke is CEO at MoneyTransfers.com, with 10 years' experience building consumer products in finance, insurance & travel. Luke focuses on the payments sector and foreign exchange markets, as well as personal finance more broadly.