Japan to release new banknotes in 2024 after 20-year gap.
TL;DR
Japan is set to issue new banknotes as early as July 2024, featuring the faces of Eiichi Shibusawa, Umeko Tsuda, and Shibasaburo Kitasato on the 10,000 yen, 5,000 yen, and 1,000 yen bills, respectively. The new banknotes will also include holograms to prevent forgery and adopt images of Tokyo Station, wisteria, and a work on Mt. Fuji by ukiyo-e artist Katsushika Hokusai on their backs.
- Japan to issue new banknotes Japan Today
- Japan to issue new banknotes in July 2024, marking first renewal in 20 years The Japan Times
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