SWIFT/BIC code RAKUJPJ1XXX

RAKUJPJ1XXX belongs to Rakuten, Inc. in Shinagawa-Ku, Japan.

RAKUJPJ1XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeRAKUJPJ1XXX
8-character codeRAKUJPJ1
Branch codeXXX
BankRakuten, Inc.
BranchHead office
CityShinagawa-Ku
CountryJapan

How the Rakuten, Inc. SWIFT/BIC is built up

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

RAKU Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
JP Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
J1 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
XXX Branch code
3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.

Check before you send

  • Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
  • Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
  • Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.

Frequently asked questions

What bank uses BIC RAKUJPJ1XXX?

RAKUJPJ1XXX identifies the head office of Rakuten, Inc. in Shinagawa-Ku, Japan. Use it when you send money to an account at Rakuten, Inc..

Is RAKUJPJ1 and RAKUJPJ1XXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes. RAKUJPJ1 is the short version of RAKUJPJ1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Rakuten, Inc. in Shinagawa-Ku.

How long does a transfer to Rakuten, Inc. take?

An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.

What do I need to send money to an account at Rakuten, Inc.?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code RAKUJPJ1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Japan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.

What does each part of RAKUJPJ1XXX mean?

RAKU is the bank code of Rakuten, Inc., JP is the ISO code of Japan, J1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Rakuten, Inc.?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Japanese Yen with specialist providers before you send.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.