SWIFT/BIC code SHIAJPJ1XXX
SHIAJPJ1XXX belongs to Kirayaka Bank, LTD. in Yamagata, Japan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SHIAJPJ1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SHIAJPJ1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Kirayaka Bank, LTD. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Yamagata |
| Country | Japan |
The way the Kirayaka Bank, LTD. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SHIA 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
Which institution is behind BIC SHIAJPJ1XXX?
The code SHIAJPJ1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Kirayaka Bank, LTD. in Yamagata, Japan. Use it when a payment to Kirayaka Bank, LTD. does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of SHIAJPJ1XXX mean?
SHIA is the institution code of Kirayaka Bank, LTD., JP stands for Japan, J1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Kirayaka Bank, LTD.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SHIAJPJ1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Japan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Kirayaka Bank, LTD. take in Japan?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I use SHIAJPJ1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SHIAJPJ1XXX against the details from Kirayaka Bank, LTD. before you confirm.
Are SHIAJPJ1 and SHIAJPJ1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. SHIAJPJ1 is the 8-character version of SHIAJPJ1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Kirayaka Bank, LTD. in Yamagata.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.