Money & ATM Scams in Osaka

Currency Exchange Shortchanging at Non-Bank Counters

Private currency exchange counters near Osaka Station and Shinsaibashi attract tourists with prominently displayed competitive rates, but the actual transaction rate applied is significantly worse than advertised. Cashiers may also shortcount bills while distracting the customer, or quote rates that exclude a high commission fee disclosed only in fine print. Some booths use a bait rate on a visible board but apply a different rate on the actual receipt.