Japan to launch new banknotes using cutting-edge holography

TOKYO, 30th June, 2024 (WAM) -- Japan will start issuing new banknotes on Wednesday, showcasing what it touts is the world's first use of cutting-edge holography that makes the portraits of historic figures look like they are rotating in 3D on the bills, one of their anti-counterfeit measures, Kyodo News reported.

In the first design change in 20 years, the 10,000 yen, 5,000 yen, and 1,000 yen bills will have bigger face value numbers printed on them than the current versions, so all people, regardless of age and nationality, can recognise them easily. Tactile marks will allow visually impaired people to touch and tell which banknote they are holding.

By the end of March next year, nearly 7.5 billion new banknotes will have been printed, according to the government. Existing banknotes will remain valid even after the introduction of the new bills.

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