On this day in 1871, the yen became the national currency of Japan.

<p>On this day in 1871, the yen became the national currency of Japan.</p>

From the desk of “Stuff You Missed in History Class,” “This Day in History Class” quickly recounts a tidbit from today’s events in history.

This Day in History Class

The yen is adopted as the official currency of Japan - June 27th, 1871

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