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No need to worry about not having enough yen anymore—Taiwanese dollars are accepted at Don Quijote’s Kojima stores too!

Published: 2026-09-25 👁 100 views
Last updated 2026-09-25 — With the Japanese yen depreciating, shopping in Japan is even more worthwhile now. Don Quijote, also known as "Kojien Hall" for its ultra-low prices on daily necessities such as groceries and cosmetics, announced on its official website that from now until June 30, all 254 of its stores across Japan...

By MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network Editorial Team
 

The depreciation of the Japanese yen makes shopping in Japan more cost-effective. Don Quijote, also known as 'Kojien Hall,' which sells a variety of daily necessities such as groceries and cosmetics at low prices, announced on its official website that from now until June 30, all 254 of its branches across Japan will accept payment in seven foreign currencies, including the New Taiwan Dollar. No need to worry about running out of yen—you can shop to your heart’s content with Taiwanese dollars at Kojien Hall!

Kojien Hall is implementing a service to accept foreign currency payments. (Image source / Don Quijote)

Don Quijote, also known as 'Kojien Hall,' offers everything from branded second-hand goods, cosmetics and skincare products, snacks, to everyday household items. It's an ultra-affordable retail chain and a must-visit store for many Taiwanese tourists in Japan. Recently, the company announced on its official website that from now until6June30, it will open254stores across Japan to accept payments in seven foreign currencies, including the New Taiwan Dollar, US Dollar, Hong Kong Dollar, Euro, South Korean Won, Thai Baht, and Chinese Yuan.(7June1After that date, some stores will continue to offer the foreign currency payment service.)Tourists just need to inform the staff of the foreign currency they wish to use when they start their purchase, and the staff will inform them of the current exchange rate for conversion before payment. Additionally, the store will provide change in Japanese yen.

Tourists can use up to seven different foreign currencies for shopping. (Image source / donki)

Additionally, here are some important notes if you wish to pay with foreign currency:
● Only one currency type is accepted per transaction.
● Stores only accept banknotes, coins are not permitted.
● Exchange rates may fluctuate around 11:00 AM daily—you can confirm the current rate at the store.
● Currency exchange services are not provided.
● The list of acceptable foreign currencies may change at any time—please confirm with the store before making a purchase.

※ The foreign currency payment service is not applicable to Don Quijote’s Picasso, Essence, and Kojindo stores.
 

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