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FILE PHOTO: FILE PHOTO: Japan began circulating its first new banknotes in 20 years in Tokyo
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· September 4, 2026
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Key points The source of this information is The Daily News, which has reported on the circulation of these new banknotes. New banknotes have been introduced, marking a significant change after 20 years.
New banknotes have been introduced, marking a significant change after 20 years. These banknotes are Japan's first new ones in two decades.
Further information about this development is available from the source. Details about the new banknotes, such as their design and security features, can be found there.
The source of this information is The Daily News, which has reported on the circulation of these new banknotes.
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Category: Local ·
Published: September 4, 2026 ·
Source: The Daily News | Texas' Oldest Newspaper ·
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What is this story about? New banknotes have been introduced, marking a significant change after 20 years. These banknotes are Japan's first new ones in two decades. Further information about this development is available…
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