BANK OF JAPAN
The Bank of Japan is the central bank of Japan whose objective is "to issue banknotes and to carry out currency and monetary control" and "to ensure smooth settlement of funds among banks and other financial institutions, thereby contributing to the maintenance of the stability of the financial system.".
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