ATMs and Currency Exchange Near Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine :Within a 1 km radius. Where to Get Japanese Yen
Many shops around the approach to Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine accept credit cards, as they cater to international tourists. However, there are also cash-only establishments, such as the ramen and sushi shops I have previously featured in articles.
To ensure you are prepared should you need cash, I will introduce foreign currency exchange machines and ATMs located around Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine. First, I will introduce foreign currency exchange machines where you can exchange your home currency for Japanese yen. Next, I will introduce ATMs, which allow you to withdraw Japanese yen from your account using your credit card.
Currency Exchange Near Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine
There are no staffed bank branches or foreign currency exchange shops in the vicinity of Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine. The only option available is an automated currency exchange machine called SMART EXCHANGE.
Currencies exchangeable for Japanese yen
- US Dollar (USD)
- Euro (EUR)
- British Pound (GBP)
- Australian Dollar (AUD)
- Chinese Yuan (CNY)
- Hong Kong Dollar (HKD)
- South Korean won (KRW)
- Taiwan Dollar (TWD)
- Singapore Dollar (SGD)
- Thai Baht (THB)
- Malaysian Ringgit (MYR)
- Canadian Dollar (CAD)
In the vicinity of Fushimi Inari Taisha, terminals have been installed on the platform of Keihan Fushimi-Inari Station and at convenience stores such as Daily Yamazaki and 7-Eleven.
However, if you want a better exchange rate, it is better to exchange your money at a Japanese airport or around Kyoto Station before heading to Fushimi Inari. Be aware that the rates at SMART EXCHANGE are a few percent higher than at those other locations.
ATMs Near Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine
ATMs are located in convenience stores. Look for a convenience store around Fushimi Inari. You can withdraw Japanese yen from Japanese ATMs using your VISA, Mastercard, or Amex. When the ATM asks whether you want to be charged in Japanese yen or US dollars, choosing Japanese yen generally allows the card network/card issuer to handle the currency conversion rather than accepting the ATM’s DCC rate. However, even in that case, it's best to check the fees and exchange rate beforehand.
If you want to minimize fees, exchange rate spreads—in short, the various markups associated with currency exchange—you should probably use a Wise debit card. After all, Wise is a service designed specifically for that purpose.
I hope you enjoy sightseeing in Kyoto without incurring unnecessary expenses. If you plan to visit Fushimi Inari Taisha, it is a good idea to have some coins ready for the offering box. Japanese people often offer 5-yen coins, as the pronunciation of "five yen" sounds like the word for a "good connection(ご縁)" While you may occasionally see a gentleman offering a large sum, you should simply decide the amount based on your own devotion and budget.