i was wondering if there are any Canadian affiliated banks in japan where i can withdrawal from my own bank account. instead of using traveler cheques
2007-11-26 16:50:41 · 5 answers · asked by radical 2 in Travel ➔ Asia Pacific ➔ Japan
You can withdraw money at almost any Bank or ATM machine in Japan as long it has the same network symbol as your ATM card.
2007-11-26 16:55:00 · answer #1 · answered by tanzer360 5 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Bring travellers cheques. The Canadian banks have representative offices in Tokyo, but they don't do retail business there. I wouldn't rely on a Japanese ATM network's compatibility with a Canadian network. When it comes to credit cards, not every merchant in Japan takes them. The bottom line is, it's best to have cash in Japan.
2007-11-27 01:48:43 · answer #2 · answered by michinoku2001 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Due to banking regulations, very few international banks have branches in Japan. You can use your ATM card to withdraw money. ATMs in 7-11 convenience stores, at post offices, and in Citibanks will accept international ATM cards; most other ATMs will not.
You can also exchange travellers cheques and cash for Japanese yen at the airport (be sure to use a bank instead of a money changer store, you'll likely get a better rate).
2007-11-26 23:52:07 · answer #3 · answered by Clutchitude 5 · 1⤊ 2⤋
If there is PLUS or Cirrus marks on the back of your cash card, you would be able to withdraw cash at ATM of Japan Post office.
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2007-11-27 03:07:44 · answer #4 · answered by Joriental 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
ATMs are world wide, just look for the symbol that is on your card or get on of the new Visa cards. you put money on them but ther is a fee.
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2007-11-26 17:02:56 · answer #5 · answered by Psycmixer 6 · 2⤊ 2⤋