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Japanese Yen Symbol (¥)

Copy and paste the Yen symbol instantly. The official currency symbol of Japan, used in financial documents, digital content, and international trade.

How to Type ¥

What is the Yen Symbol?

Symbol Overview

The Yen symbol (¥) is the official currency symbol of Japan. It's written as a capital letter Y with two horizontal strokes across it. In Japanese, the symbol is also represented as 円 (pronounced "en").

Historical Background

Introduced in 1871 during the Meiji period, the Yen symbol combines Western lettering (Y) with a distinctive double-stroke design, representing stability and economic strength. The word "Yen" itself comes from the Japanese word "円" (en), which means "round" or "circle."

Symbol Characteristics

  • Based on the capital letter "Y"
  • Features two horizontal strokes
  • Represents Japanese currency globally
  • Similar to Chinese Yuan symbol
  • Unicode character U+00A5

Modern Usage

Today, the Yen symbol is used worldwide in:

  • International financial markets
  • Global trade documentation
  • Currency exchange platforms
  • Financial software and applications
  • Japanese business communications

How to Type the Yen Symbol

Windows Methods

Quick Methods:

  • Alt + 0165 (numpad)
  • Alt + 157 (numpad)
  • Copy and paste: ¥

Japanese IME:

  1. Enable Japanese IME
  2. Type "en" or "円"
  3. Press Space to convert

Mac Methods

Keyboard Shortcuts:

  • Option + Y
  • Press and hold $ key

Character Viewer:

  1. Control + Command + Space
  2. Search for "yen"
  3. Double-click to insert

Mobile Devices

iOS & Android:

  • Long press $ symbol
  • Select ¥ from options
  • Use emoji keyboard

Alternative Methods:

  • Japanese keyboard input
  • Copy from website
  • Use symbols menu

HTML & Programming

HTML Methods:

  • HTML Entity: ¥
  • Decimal Code: ¥
  • Hexadecimal: ¥
  • Unicode: U+00A5

Programming:

  • JavaScript: \u00A5
  • Python: \u00A5
  • CSS: \00A5
  • UTF-8: 0xC2 0xA5

About the Yen Symbol

What is the Yen Symbol?

The Yen symbol (¥) represents Japan's official currency. Introduced in 1871, it's one of the world's major currency symbols, alongside the Dollar ($) and Euro (€). The symbol consists of a capital Y with two horizontal strokes, representing stability and value.

The Yen is not only Japan's currency symbol but also shares its design with China's Yuan (¥), though the Yuan is more commonly written as (元) in Chinese contexts.

Technical Information

Unicode Encodings:

  • Unicode: U+00A5
  • UTF-8: 0xC2 0xA5
  • HTML Entity: ¥
  • HTML Decimal: ¥

Font Support:

The Yen symbol is supported by all major fonts and operating systems, ensuring consistent display across devices.

Download Yen Symbol

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I copy the Yen symbol?

Simply click the "Copy ¥" button at the top of the page. The symbol will be copied to your clipboard, ready to paste anywhere.

Why isn't the Yen symbol appearing correctly?

If the Yen symbol appears as a box or question mark, ensure your system has proper font support and encoding settings. Most modern devices support the Yen symbol by default.

Can I use the Yen symbol in my website?

Yes! You can use the HTML entity ¥ or the Unicode value U+00A5. Our downloadable SVG version is also perfect for web use.

What's the difference between the Yen and Yuan symbols?

While both use the same symbol (¥), the Yen represents Japanese currency, while the Yuan (also written as 元 or CN¥) represents Chinese currency.

How do I type the Yen symbol on my phone?

On most mobile keyboards, you can long-press the dollar ($) symbol to reveal additional currency symbols, including the Yen. Alternatively, you can copy it from our website.

Are the downloadable Yen symbols free to use?

Yes, all our downloadable Yen symbols are free for both personal and commercial use. The SVG format is perfect for scaling to any size without loss of quality.

Common Currency Symbols

$ Dollar

Used by USA, Canada, Australia, and many other countries

€ Euro

Official currency of the European Union and several other countries

£ Pound

British Pound Sterling, used in the United Kingdom

¥ Yen/Yuan

Used by Japan (Yen) and China (Yuan)

₹ Rupee

Indian Rupee, official currency of India

₽ Ruble

Russian Ruble, official currency of Russia

₣ Franc

Used by Switzerland and some African countries

₩ Won

Used by South Korea (Korean Won)