Tokyo Station isn’t just a train station — it’s likely where your trip to the rest of Japan begins. Here’s how to handle currency exchange before you head onward.

What’s Available at Tokyo Station

• Marunouchi side — the historic, business-district side of the station, with exchange counters and ATMs

• Yaesu side — closer to the Shinkansen platforms, with ATMs concentrated in this area

• Currency exchange machines — cash-to-cash, no bank account or card needed

→ Are ATMs in Japan Foreign-Card Friendly? What to Know

Tokyo Station’s Unique Role: Your Gateway to the Rest of Japan

Unlike an arrival airport or a local hub like Shinjuku, Tokyo Station is frequently where onward domestic travel begins. Shinkansen service reaches Kyoto in around two hours and Osaka in about two and a half, along with many destinations further afield. If you’re departing Tokyo Station for elsewhere, it’s worth thinking ahead about how much cash you’ll want for the next leg of your trip, not just your remaining time in Tokyo.

• Heading to Kyoto next → see the Kyoto money guide

• Heading to Osaka next → see the Osaka money guide

Our Recommendation

If you’re staying in Tokyo, the usual guidance applies — exchange a modest amount and handle the rest as needed. If you’re departing Tokyo Station for another region, consider exchanging a bit more here, since exchange options may be less immediately obvious once you step off the Shinkansen somewhere new.

→ How Much Cash Should You Bring to Japan? A Budget Guide

More on Tokyo

This guide is part of our broader look at managing money in Tokyo specifically.

→ See the full Tokyo money guide