Dollar At ¥139 In Tokyo

We're now in a new month and it is time to take a peek at how the U.S. dollar is faring against the Japanese yen in Tokyo's foreign exchange.

From Jiji Press:

Tokyo, May 31 (Jiji Press)--The dollar fell into the upper 139-yen range in Tokyo trading Wednesday, pulled down by the Nikkei stock average's fallback and lower U.S. long-term interest rates.

At 5 p.m., the dollar stood at 139.74-75 yen, down from 140.26-26 yen at the same time Tuesday.

Considering how hotels, attractions, restaurants and (coming this fall) the Japan Rail Pass are jacking up prices, this is beneficial to American travelers.

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