How can I send money to Japan?
Send money to Japan with Taptap Send. You can send directly to a bank account in Japan.
Delivery methods and speed
Find below the options to send money to Japan along with the most important details for each.
| Delivery method | Typical delivery time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bank transfer | Within a few minutes | Available 24/7. May take 2 working days to appear on your recipient's account. |
Fees
Taptap Send always shows you the exact fee and exchange rate upfront before you confirm your transfer. There is no transfer fee to send money to Japan, we simply charge a small percentage on the exchange rate. Your recipient receives the exact amount shown on the send screen, with no deductions.
Sending limits
Japan-specific limits per delivery method are described below:
| Delivery method | Max per transfer (JPY) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bank transfer | 1,000,000 | No other limit |
For details on your overall sending limits, see the article What are my sending limits on Taptap Send?
Can I cancel my transfer or get a refund?
If your transfer has already been delivered, recalling the funds can be difficult and take time. It is sometimes easier to resolve this directly with the recipient. Contact our support team through the app and we will look into what options are available. You can also refer to our global article Can I cancel or get a refund for my transfer?
For your recipient
Does my recipient need to do anything?
No, your recipient doesn't need to do anything. Funds are sent directly to their bank account.
What details does my recipient need to provide?
You'll need your recipient's:
- Full legal name, exactly as it appears on their bank account
- Bank name, selected from the list in the app
- Bank branch, selected from the list in the app
- Bank account number
Important: Please make sure the name you enter matches your recipient's bank account exactly.
How does my recipient cash out?
Funds are credited directly to your recipient's bank account.
Still need help? Contact our support team through the app.