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Table of contents
- Tokyo Stock Exchange is the main market
- Stocks are quoted in yen
- Domestic listed common stocks use 100-share units
- Japan has a lunch break
- Settlement is T+2
- Daily price limits are not one fixed percentage
- Where to research companies
- Yen moves can amplify or offset returns
- Broker services vary
- Beginner checklist
Japan equities differ from Taiwan and U.S. markets in important ways: 100-share trading units, a lunch break, T+2 settlement, yen currency exposure, and a different daily price-limit framework.
Tokyo Stock Exchange is the main market
TSE includes large established companies and growth firms and is the primary Japan equity venue most Taiwan investors encounter.
Stocks are quoted in yen
Final TWD returns depend on both the stock and JPY/TWD movements.
Domestic listed common stocks use 100-share units
A low quoted share price does not necessarily mean a small minimum order value; multiply the price by 100 for a standard unit.
Japan has a lunch break
TSE cash equities trade in separate morning and afternoon sessions.
Settlement is T+2
Domestic Japanese stocks currently settle on the second business day after trade date.
Daily price limits are not one fixed percentage
TSE uses yen-based price ranges determined by the base-price band.
Where to research companies
Use JPX and TDnet official disclosures rather than relying solely on broker summaries.
Yen moves can amplify or offset returns
A rising Japanese stock can still produce a weaker TWD result if the yen falls materially.
Broker services vary
Market access, minimum orders, fees, FX, and odd-lot or single-share services differ by broker.
Beginner checklist
Review trading units, liquidity, company disclosures, yen exposure, brokerage costs, and whether Japan exposure actually improves your overall allocation.
Frequently asked questions
Is this personalized investment or lending advice?
No. This site provides general education and tools and does not make individualized investment, lending, insurance, tax, or legal recommendations.
Can the rules or figures change?
Yes. Rates, laws, trading systems, fees, and platform rules can change, so time-sensitive information should be verified with current official sources.
How should I use this article?
Understand the concept first, use the relevant calculator with your own numbers, and then confirm actual rules with regulators, financial institutions, or formal contracts.