Expat Japan Guide

Revolut in Japan: Complete Guide for Foreigners (2025)

What you'll learn in this guide Whether Revolut works in Japan and what features are available How to open a Revolut account as a foreigner living in Japan Fee comparison: Revolut vs Wise vs Japanese bank transfers The key limitations of Revolut in Japan you need to know Which app is better for your situation Revolut is one of the most popular fintech apps in the world — but Japan is a complicated market for it. Here’s the honest picture of what Revolut can and can’t do for foreigners in Japan. ...

May 17, 2025 · 4 min · Expat Japan Team
Expat Japan Guide

Wise vs Revolut in Japan: Which Is Better for Foreigners? (2025)

What you'll learn in this guide Wise vs Revolut: side-by-side fee and rate comparison for Japan Which is better for sending large amounts internationally Which is better for daily spending in Japan ATM withdrawal comparison in Japan Key limitations of both apps in the Japanese market The verdict: which app to prioritize and when to use both Quick Answer Use Wise for international money transfers (sending money home or receiving foreign income) — it offers the true mid-market rate with transparent fees. Use Revolut for daily multi-currency spending and travel within Asia. For most foreigners in Japan, you want both, but Wise should be your primary tool for moving money internationally. ...

May 14, 2025 · 6 min · Expat Japan Team