In addition ..., the Bank’s objective is to ensure the smooth settlement of funds among banks and other financial institutions, thereby contributing to the maintenance of an orderly financial system.” To fulfill this mission, the Bank of Japan performs a variety of functions.
First, it provides the medium of settlement in the form of Bank of Japan notes and current account services, and constantly strives to improve efficiency and safety. Its function to examine the authenticity of banknotes and prevent counterfeiting while securing the efficient circulation of banknotes lays the foundation for public confidence in banknotes.