Vanguard FTSE Japan

TER

0.15%

Hist. return*

~6%

Overview

If you're looking for exposure to the Japanese market, Vanguard FTSE Japan (Vanguard) tracks the FTSE Japan index with a 0.15% annual cost — one of the factors that matters most over the long run. Being distributing, it pays out periodic dividends instead of reinvesting them automatically. Its risk indicator is 4/7, domiciled in Irlanda and denominated in USD.

Full factsheet

ISIN
IE00B95PGT31
Ticker
VJPN
Index
FTSE Japan
TER
0.15%
Hist. return*
~6%
Replication
Physical
Distribution
Distributing
Currency
USD
Domicile
Irlanda
Risk
4/7

Catalog last reviewed on 15/07/2026.

Quick X-ray

  • It would take about 12 years and 4 months to double your investment (rule of 72, on its TER-net return).
  • €300/month for 20 years would become about €136,839 (net of TER, constant return).
  • Compared to Fidelity MSCI Japan Index Fund P-ACC-EUR (TER 0.10%), this higher TER would cost you about €816 less over 20 years, at the same gross return.

Illustrative figures using the fund's constant orientative return, not a prediction or a backtest.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the ISIN of Vanguard FTSE Japan?+

The ISIN of Vanguard FTSE Japan is IE00B95PGT31, with ticker VJPN. You can use it to search for it at your broker or on the official factsheet.

What fee (TER) does Vanguard FTSE Japan charge?+

Its TER is 0.15% per year. Over long periods, the gap between a low and a high TER can eat up a very significant share of your final wealth: try it in the "Fees" tab of the calculator.

Does Vanguard FTSE Japan pay dividends or reinvest them?+

It's distributing (Dist): it pays out the dividends generated by the index periodically instead of reinvesting them inside the fund.

Is Vanguard FTSE Japan a good option for long-term investing?+

It depends on your profile and horizon. It tracks FTSE Japan with a 4/7 risk level and a 0.15% TER — objective facts, but not personalized advice. Simulate different scenarios in the calculator before deciding.

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* Indicative long-term annualized historical return of the benchmark index, not the fund. Always check the up-to-date TER, risk and data in the official factsheet linked. Past returns do not guarantee future returns.

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