How to Keep Your Money Safe in Japan: Avoid Fees, Pay & Exchange Money

Here's how to avoid costly ATM & transaction fees in Japan; exchange money to Japanese currency (Yen) and; keep your money safe while traveling. This video is part of a series with tips for traveling in Japan. Time stamps and links below. ⬇️ 🏝 Subscribe for more Japan travel tips and inspiration: https://www.youtube.com/c/KenshoQuest
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00:00 Mastering money in Japan
00:52 Should I notify my bank?
01:12 What is the currency exchange rate for Japan?
02:25 What types of fees might you encounter in Japan?
02:36 What fees do ATMs charge?
04:22 What are foreign transaction fees?
05:09 How do we avoid ATM fees?
05:57 How do we avoid foreign transaction fees?
07:40 Is it common to pay in cash in Japan?
08:09 Should I bring Yen to Japan?
09:28 What about traveler's checks?
09:38 What is the best way to get Yen in Japan?
10:43 What are some tips for using the ATM?
12:04 Why do we avoid money exchanges?
12:24 Is there ever a reason to use a currency exchange service?
13:26 What risks are there when using a debit card?
14:18 What is Card-not-Present fraud?
15:10 Should I use credit or debit card?
16:46 Should I use online banking while traveling?
17:14 How to stay safe online while traveling
18:34 Summary
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