Manila, Nov. 7.
The Japanese Government today notified the Commonwealth that beginning Friday "no passenger to Japan, regardless of nationality, will allowed to bring yen currency, irrespective of any amount, without special permission from the appropriate authórities."
No official explanation, however, was given, but the Japanese notified the Commonwealth that passengers to Japan from the Philippines should apply to the Japanese Consulates for special permission to carry yen.
Previously, passengers to Japan could carry 200 yen in notes.
The official rate for yen in the Philippines is 47 pesos to 100 yen, but on the "black market" 100 yen may be purchased for only 17 pesos—United Press.
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