Is YouTube Monetized in Japan?

If your channel is based in Japan, can you make money with YouTube monetization? Let’s find out.

YouTube monetization is available in Japan. You’ll be able to apply for the YouTube Partner Program as soon as your channel meets the monetization threshold and requirements. As soon as YouTube reviews your application and accept it, your channel in Japan will be monetized via Google AdSense.

How Much Does YouTube Pay For 1M Views In Japan?

The amount YouTube pays for views depends on the viewers’ country, your channel’s country, and your channel topic.

Also, different videos on your channel will have a different RPM (it depends on the videos’ subjects and main keywords).

That being said, most channels (based in Japan or otherwise) have a RPM of between $0.50 and $20.00, with an average of around $3.

So YouTube will pay your channel in Japan between $500 and $20,000 for 1 million views (the average being around $3,000).

Can You Monetize YouTube Shorts in Japan?

Starting February 1, 2023 (source), you’ll be able to monetize YouTube Shorts in Japan. Views from Shorts will add to your regular video’s monetization.