Source: IMF COFERQ3 2025
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Japanese Yen
JPY Reserve Currency
5.81%Global Share
$755.3BTotal Amount
+0.15ppQoQ Change
The Japanese Yen serves as the third largest reserve currency, benefiting from Japan's position as the world's third largest economy and its reputation as a safe-haven currency during market turbulence.
Global Share
5.81%
▲ 0.15ppQuarter over Quarter
Amount (USD)
$755.3B
▲ 4.2%Year over Year
5-Year Trend
+0.72pp
GrowingShare change since 2020
Rank
#3
of 9 currenciesBy reserve share
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JPY Historical Trend
Share of global reserves, 2015-2025
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Top JPY Reserve Holders
| # | Country | Estimated Holdings | Share of JPY Reserves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🇨🇭Switzerland | 17.9% | |
| 2 | 🇨🇳China | 15.9% | |
| 3 | 🇮🇳India | 10.9% | |
| 4 | 🇷🇺Russia | 9.0% | |
| 5 | 🇭🇰Hong Kong | 8.2% | |
| 6 | 🇰🇷South Korea | 7.3% | |
| 7 | 🇧🇷Brazil | 6.4% | |
| 8 | 🇸🇬Singapore | 6.0% | |
| 9 | 🇹🇭Thailand | 5.0% | |
| 10 | 🇨🇿Czech Republic | 3.7% |
Frequently Asked Questions
How important is the Yen as a reserve currency?
The Japanese Yen is the third most held reserve currency at approximately 5.81% of global reserves, valued for Japan's economic stability and the Yen's safe-haven properties.