USD/JPY Pivot Points
Weekly, monthly and yearly pivot points for USD/JPY — the central pivot plus its full support and resistance ladder (R1–R5 / S1–S5). Last updated Jul 2, 2026.
R reflects alert-tracking outcomes (entry to exit relative to initial risk), not actual trading returns. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
Weekly Pivot Levels
Valid Jun 28, 2026 – Jul 5, 2026The weekly central pivot (PP) for USD/JPY sits at 161.591. Resistance runs from 162.109 (R1) up to 164.025 (R5). Support runs from 161.231 (S1) down to 159.635 (S5). Price holding above the pivot leans bullish and tends to target the R levels; trading below it leans bearish and tends to target the S levels.
| Level | Price |
|---|---|
| R5 | 164.025 |
| R4 | 163.506 |
| R3 | 162.987 |
| R2 | 162.469 |
| R1 | 162.109 |
| PPCentral Pivot | 161.591 |
| S1 | 161.231 |
| S2 | 160.713 |
| S3 | 160.353 |
| S4 | 159.994 |
| S5 | 159.635 |
Yearly Pivot Levels
Valid Jan 1, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027The yearly central pivot (PP) for USD/JPY sits at 151.818. Resistance runs from 163.746 (R1) up to 182.737 (R3). Support runs from 144.755 (S1) down to 125.764 (S3). Price holding above the pivot leans bullish and tends to target the R levels; trading below it leans bearish and tends to target the S levels.
| Level | Price |
|---|---|
| R3 | 182.737 |
| R2 | 170.809 |
| R1 | 163.746 |
| PPCentral Pivot | 151.818 |
| S1 | 144.755 |
| S2 | 132.827 |
| S3 | 125.764 |
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Start freeHow to trade USD/JPY pivot points
Pivot points give you a pre-defined map of where USD/JPY is likely to find support and resistance before the session even opens. The central pivot (PP) is your bias line: when price trades and holds above it, the pair is leaning bullish; below it, bearish.
From there, two setups do most of the work. A pivot breakout triggers when price breaks and closes through a level (say R1) and continues toward the next one (R2). A pivot reversal fades price as it rejects a level and rotates back toward the pivot. In both cases the R and S levels double as logical profit targets, and the next level out is a natural place for a protective stop.
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USD/JPY pivot points — FAQ
What are the pivot points for USD/JPY right now?
As of Jul 2, 2026, the weekly central pivot for USD/JPY is 161.591. Nearest resistance is R1 at 162.109 and nearest support is S1 at 161.231. The full weekly, monthly and yearly ladders are listed above.
How have USD/JPY alerts performed recently?
Over the last 30 days, Breakout Alerts tracked 27 resolved USD/JPY signals with a 22% win rate for a net +7.4R, and Breakout was the strongest strategy. R reflects alert-tracking outcomes (entry to exit vs. initial risk), not trading returns; past performance is not indicative of future results.
What is a pivot point in forex trading?
A pivot point (PP) is a price level calculated from the prior period’s high, low and close. It acts as a reference for the market’s directional bias: trading above the pivot is generally read as bullish, below it as bearish. The resistance (R1–R5) and support (S1–S5) levels derived from it are used as targets and potential reversal zones.
How do I trade USD/JPY using these levels?
Common approaches are pivot breakouts (entering when price breaks and holds through a level) and pivot reversals (fading price as it rejects a level). Traders use the central pivot for bias, the R/S levels as profit targets, and place stops beyond the next level. Always combine levels with your own confirmation and risk management.
How often are these USD/JPY pivot levels updated?
We publish three pivot families: weekly levels refresh each week, monthly levels each month, and yearly levels once per year. The page updates automatically as new levels take effect.
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Pivot levels are provided for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute investment advice. Trading involves risk. Past performance is not indicative of future results.