Question 1

What is the cheapest way to send USD to Japan?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest option for USD to JPY transfers depends on the amount and current rates. Crypto rails (USDC on Stellar or Tron) often cost under 1% all-in, while traditional fintechs typically charge 1–3%. Use RemitRoutes to compare live fees across 15+ providers — free, no signup.

Question 2

How long does a USD to JPY transfer take?

Accepted Answer

USD to Japan transfer speeds vary by provider. Crypto rails typically settle in under 5 minutes. Fintech services like Wise take 1–2 business days. Traditional bank wires take 2–5 business days. RemitRoutes shows delivery time alongside fees so you can compare both.

Question 3

Are there hidden fees when sending USD to Japan?

Accepted Answer

Yes — many banks and remittance services hide their margin in the exchange rate. A provider advertising "zero fees" may still charge 1–3% through an unfavourable rate. RemitRoutes shows the all-in cost: transfer fee plus FX markup combined as a single percentage, so you can compare providers on equal footing.

Question 4

Can I use cryptocurrency to send USD to Japan?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Crypto rails (USDC on Stellar, Tron, Solana, and other blockchains) are available for USD to JPY transfers. The path converts your USD to USDC, sends it via blockchain, and a local exchange converts it to JPY for the recipient. This route often costs under 1% all-in — significantly less than traditional remittance providers for many corridors.

Provider	Type	Recipient Gets	All-In Fee	Speed
✦ Coincheck	Crypto	161,387.05 JPY	0.23%	~1 second
Wise	Traditional	160,040 JPY	1.07%	~7 hours
OFX	Traditional	157,673 JPY	2.53%	Unknown
Bank of America	Traditional	157,287 JPY	2.77%	Unknown
Remitly	Traditional	156,896 JPY	3.01%	Unknown
Wells Fargo	Traditional	156,862 JPY	3.03%	Unknown
Xoom	Traditional	155,161 JPY	4.08%	Unknown
PayPal	Traditional	154,267 JPY	4.64%	Unknown

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