What is the average savings rate in Japan?

The average savings rate in Japan is currently 0.30% as of March 2026.

Updated March 2026

Savings Account Interest Rate in Japan (2026)

0.30%

Ranked #30 of 30 • Global avg 7.90%

Top retail savings accounts in Japan currently yield around 0.30%, below the global average of 7.90%.

Among the 30 economies tracked by NoodlePants, Japan ranks #30 for savings rate — near the bottom of the global ranking.

A $10,000 deposit at 0.30% would earn about $30 in interest per year, before tax.

Mortgage Interest Rate	1.40%	View →
Savings Account Interest Rate	0.30%	View →
Credit Card Interest Rate (APR)	14.5%	View →
Average Rent (1BR City Centre)	$920/mo	View →
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Argentina

110.00%

Brazil

11.50%

Colombia

11.00%

Mexico

9.50%

South Africa

7.50%

India

6.80%

Poland

5.50%

Vietnam

5.20%

New Zealand

5.10%

#10

United Kingdom

4.80%

#11

Czech Republic

4.80%

#12

Australia

4.60%

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