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Yen Symbol

Yen sign (¥) is a Unicode currency sign for compact amount labels, finance notes, and price text within currency symbols in the major group.

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Description & Usage

The Yen Symbol is ¥. Its Unicode code point is U+00A5, HTML entity is ¥, CSS escape is \\A5, and JavaScript escape is \u00A5.

Yen sign (¥) is a Unicode currency sign for compact amount labels, finance notes, and price text within currency symbols in the major group.

Practical use

Use Yen sign beside numeric amounts, table headings, short price labels, or finance notes; add a currency code when readers may need regional clarity.

Compatibility

Yen sign is a Unicode character, but exact shape, weight, spacing, and fallback behavior depend on the font and platform.

Use the primary copy button for the actual character. Use the implementation codes when you need to place the same symbol in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, or technical documentation.

Where this category helps

Prices and invoices

Currency Symbols help keep amounts compact in invoices, product tables, checkout labels, and short finance notes.

Spreadsheets and reports

Use the Unicode sign in headings, labels, and exported notes, while keeping numeric currency formatting inside spreadsheet cells when possible. For currency symbols, keep the surrounding label and detail notes aligned with the intended use.

Regional clarity

When a symbol is shared by multiple currencies, add an ISO code or country context so readers know the intended money unit. For currency symbols, keep the surrounding label and detail notes aligned with the intended use.

Related categories

Move from currency symbols into nearby categories when you need related Unicode signs, alternate notation, or a clearer symbol family.

FAQ

How do I copy the Yen?

Use the copy button on SymbolCopy to copy Yen to your clipboard, then paste it into your document, app, website, or social post.

What is the Unicode for Yen?

The Unicode value for Yen is U+00A5.