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The Best Japan Equities ETFs

The table below compares the performance and other essential indicators like dividend yield and expense ratio of Japan Equities ETFs.

Japan Equities ETFs invest in Japanese companies, exposing investors to the country's stock market. These ETFs offer diversification and potential growth opportunities in a developed market with a strong economy, advanced technology, and a stable political environment. However, they may also carry risks associated with currency fluctuations and specific regional factors.

Number of ETFs
23
Avg. Expense Ratio
0.54%
Avg. Dividend Yield
2.74%
Avg. 1 Year Return
31.30%
Median Risk/Return Score
51 / 100
The Best Japan Equities ETFs

23 results

SymbolFull NameCategoryInceptionExpense RatioYTD Return10Y Return (Annualized)Dividend Yield

Risk / Return Rank

Max. DrawdownSharpe RatioSortino RatioOmega RatioMartin RatioCalmar RatioUlcer Index
JPMorgan BetaBuilders Japan ETFJapan EquitiesJun 15, 20180.19%
13.75%
4.72%
47
Xtrackers MSCI Japan Hedged Equity ETFJapan EquitiesJun 9, 20110.45%
21.65%
17.33%
1.25%
89
WisdomTree Japan SmallCap Dividend FundJapan Equities, DividendJun 16, 20060.58%
11.64%
9.20%
2.63%
52
WisdomTree Japan Hedged Equity FundJapan EquitiesJun 16, 20060.48%
21.10%
19.40%
0.97%
92
WisdomTree Japan Hedged SmallCap Equity FundJapan EquitiesJun 28, 20130.58%
iShares MSCI Japan ETFJapan EquitiesMar 12, 19960.49%
15.56%
9.47%
3.84%
49
iShares MSCI Japan Value ETFJapan Equities, Large Cap Value EquitiesMar 5, 20190.15%
12.82%
5.04%
59
ProShares UltraShort MSCI JapanLeveraged Equities, Japan EquitiesNov 6, 20070.95%
-27.82%
-20.39%
5.01%
2
ProShares Ultra MSCI JapanLeveraged Equities, Japan EquitiesJun 2, 20090.95%
25.89%
11.10%
1.89%
42
First Trust Japan AlphaDEX FundJapan EquitiesApr 18, 20110.80%
15.48%
7.83%
2.51%
51
Franklin FTSE Japan Hedged ETFJapan EquitiesNov 2, 20170.09%
20.90%
2.49%
85
Franklin FTSE Japan ETFJapan EquitiesNov 2, 20170.09%
15.52%
4.26%
52
Goldman Sachs ActiveBeta Japan Equity ETFJapan EquitiesMar 2, 20160.25%
12.46%
9.27%
2.06%
45
iShares Currency Hedged MSCI Japan ETFJapan EquitiesJan 31, 20140.49%
20.90%
17.23%
4.22%
89
Horizon Kinetics Japan Owner Operator ETFJapan EquitiesMay 12, 20250.85%
-12.22%
0.27%
2
Matthews Japan Active ETFJapan EquitiesSep 21, 20230.79%
17.54%
4.34%
46
iShares JPX-Nikkei 400 ETFJapan EquitiesOct 26, 20010.48%
14.80%
9.25%
2.79%
48
Lazard Japanese Equity ETFJapan EquitiesApr 4, 20250.60%
14.93%
1.20%
49
MUFG Japan Small Cap Active ETFJapan EquitiesSep 17, 20250.85%
22.76%
0.53%
Neuberger Berman Japan Equity ETFJapan EquitiesSep 11, 20240.50%
20.08%
1.91%
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Best Japan Equities ETFs by Risk/Return Score

The top Japan Equities ETFs by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are DXJ (92) and OPPJ (92). The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.

Best-Performing Japan Equities ETFs Over 5 Years

The top Japan Equities ETFs is DXJ (26.48%). Across the lineup, Japan Equities ETFs show an average 1-year return of 31.30% and an average 5-year return of 12.01%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.

SymbolNameReturn 5YAUMInception
WisdomTree Japan Hedged Equity Fund
26.48%
7.20BJun 2006
WisdomTree Japan Opportunities ETF
24.88%
292.99MJun 2013
Xtrackers MSCI Japan Hedged Equity ETF
21.63%
679.07MJun 2011
iShares Currency Hedged MSCI Japan ETF
21.45%
722.49MJan 2014
Franklin FTSE Japan Hedged ETF
20.90%
171.61MNov 2017

Lowest-Cost Japan Equities ETFs

The top Japan Equities ETFs is FLJH (0.09%). With an average expense ratio of 0.54%, Japan Equities ETFs remain a low-cost option for investors seeking broad market exposure, sector allocations, and diversified portfolio building blocks.

SymbolNameExpense RatioAUMInception
Franklin FTSE Japan Hedged ETF0.09%171.61MNov 2017
Franklin FTSE Japan ETF0.09%3.93BNov 2017
iShares MSCI Japan Value ETF0.15%752.30MMar 2019
JPMorgan BetaBuilders Japan ETF0.19%18.07BJun 2018
Goldman Sachs ActiveBeta Japan Equity ETF0.25%81.67MMar 2016

Highest-Yield Japan Equities ETFs

The top Japan Equities ETFs is EWJV (5.04%). Across the lineup, Japan Equities ETFs show an average dividend yield of 2.74%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.

SymbolNameDividend YieldAUMInception
iShares MSCI Japan Value ETF5.04%752.30MMar 2019
ProShares UltraShort MSCI Japan5.01%5.41MNov 2007
JPMorgan BetaBuilders Japan ETF4.72%18.07BJun 2018
Rayliant SMDAM Japan Equity ETF4.48%25.12MApr 2024
Matthews Japan Active ETF4.34%8.44MSep 2023

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