Accounts & headline costs
Sections ↑Nomura Securities combines branch-based advisory/support relationships with online-only Nomura Net & Call accounts. The service course changes commission materially. In Net & Call, domestic online cash-equity commissions begin at ¥152 and rise through a published schedule to ¥78,571 for the largest band; a branch account uses a separate percentage/minimum tariff. Account opening and ordinary custody are published as free, but products, advice channel, margin borrowing and exceptional services add their own costs.[1][2][3]
Account comparison01
Main account routes
| Route | Service model | Cost distinction |
|---|---|---|
| Nomura Net & Call | Online-only branch with web/telephone support | Domestic online equity commission uses the lower fixed/banded schedule.Source 2Source 5 |
| Branch account | Assigned branch relationship and broader assisted service | Domestic equity commission follows the branch percentage/minimum schedule.Source 3 |
| NISA | Japanese tax-advantaged investment account linked to an eligible securities account | Annual limits and eligible product rules apply; one NISA per person.Source 9 |
| Margin account | Approved domestic margin trading | Interest and collateral rules apply separately from cash-equity commission.Source 1 |
Pricing & charges02
Selected Net & Call domestic equity commissions
| Contract value band | Published online commission | Scope |
|---|---|---|
| Up to ¥100,000 | ¥152 | Domestic cash equity online order.Source 2 |
| Above ¥100,000 to ¥300,000 | ¥330 | Per executed order under the current table.Source 2 |
| Above ¥300,000 to ¥500,000 | ¥524 | Per executed order.Source 2 |
| Above ¥500,000 to ¥1,000,000 | ¥1,048 | Per executed order.Source 2 |
| Highest published band | Up to ¥78,571 | Use the complete current schedule for the actual contract amount.Source 2 |
Broker essentials03
Account essentials
| Measure | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Opening and ordinary account fee | ¥0 under the current overview | Product and transaction costs remain.Source 1 |
| Online service hours | 06:00–02:00 under the help page | Maintenance and product-specific cut-offs can interrupt access.Source 5 |
| Registration | Kanto Local Finance Bureau (Kin-sho) No. 142 | Company page lists Type I, Type II, investment-advisory/agency and investment-management activities.Source 11 |
| Passkey | Required for the stated online withdrawal/security process after the 2026 rollout | Device and recovery preparation matter before urgent cash access.Source 4Source 7Source 8 |
Products & platforms
Sections ↑Availability04
Investment and service range
| Product/service | Published access | Practical distinction |
|---|---|---|
| Japanese shares and ETFs | Cash and approved margin trading | Exchange, tax, margin and commission rules vary.Source 1Source 10 |
| Foreign securities | Supported foreign shares, bonds and funds under product-specific routes | Currency, local-agent and custody terms apply.Source 6 |
| Investment trusts and bonds | Branch/online products and account services | Purchase and ongoing product costs differ from equity commission.Source 6 |
| NISA | Eligible accumulation and growth-investment products | Annual limits and account eligibility govern.Source 9 |
| Stock lending / sweep / FX account services | Optional linked account functions | Each has separate cash, lending and tax consequences.Source 6 |
Platforms & products05
Platform and support routes
| Route | Published capability | Boundary |
|---|---|---|
| Nomura online service | Orders, balances, documents and account procedures | Product cut-offs and maintenance apply despite broad service hours.Source 5Source 6 |
| Telephone support | Account and order assistance under the published help routes | Telephone service does not inherit online commissions automatically.Source 5 |
| Branch relationship | In-person and assisted services for branch customers | Online-only branches do not accept ordinary walk-in service.Source 3 |
| Passkey authentication | Strong device-bound login/transaction authentication | Recovery and device change can delay access if not prepared.Source 7Source 8 |
Fees & holding costs
Sections ↑Pricing & charges06
Cost layers
| Layer | Published treatment | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Online domestic equity commission | Banded fixed schedule from ¥152 | Use contract value and order channel.Source 2 |
| Branch domestic equity commission | Percentage tariff with minimum and maximum under the branch table | Advice/assisted channel is materially more expensive.Source 3 |
| Margin interest | Current rate schedule effective from 14 September 2026 under the overview | Borrowing cost changes the economics of holding.Source 1 |
| Foreign products | Product/currency/local-market costs | Do not apply the domestic cash-equity table.Source 6 |
For a ¥500,000 domestic online cash-equity order in Net & Call, the current published commission is ¥524, approximately 0.105% of contract value. A branch order uses a different schedule, so channel must remain beside the figure.[2][3]
Pricing & charges07
Cash and exceptional service costs
| Item | Published operation | Boundary |
|---|---|---|
| Bank withdrawal | Ordinary registered-bank withdrawal is published as free | Bank arrival and security checks remain.Source 4 |
| Card/ATM service | Available under specified account/card conditions | Limits and hours differ from bank withdrawal.Source 4 |
| Foreign-currency withdrawal | Separate currency and bank process | Fees and receiving-bank conditions can apply.Source 4 |
| Account fee | Ordinary account/custody fee shown as free | Product, transfer and document services can still cost money.Source 1 |
Execution & trading rules
Sections ↑Specifications08
Order controls and limits
| Issue | Published position | Consequence |
|---|---|---|
| Online order size/quantity | Product and account-specific maxima apply | Large or exceptional orders can require another channel.Source 10 |
| Insufficient cash or buying power | Order is not accepted under the cited cases | Cash, settlement and margin availability must be checked first.Source 10 |
| Service maintenance | Online access is not continuous despite 06:00–02:00 standard hours | Use current notices and reconcile uncertain status before resubmission.Source 5 |
| Branch versus online order | Different service channel and commission | A telephone/branch order should not be priced as online by assumption.Source 1Source 3 |
Order acceptance is separate from execution. Market conditions, price limits, quantity, product cut-offs and account cash can cause rejection or non-execution. The current online order screen and trade confirmation are the controlling operational records.[10][5]
Deposits, withdrawals & transfers
Sections ↑Transfer terms09
Cash access
| Route | Published treatment | Control |
|---|---|---|
| Bank withdrawal | Request to the registered bank account | Passkey/security rules and available balance apply.Source 4Source 7 |
| ATM/card withdrawal | Use eligible Nomura card route | Limits, hours and card status apply.Source 4 |
| Foreign-currency withdrawal | Separate foreign-currency instruction | Receiving bank and conversion/transfer fees can apply.Source 4 |
| Sale proceeds | Become withdrawable after the applicable settlement and account process | Executed sale and bank cash are not simultaneous.Source 4 |
Reference table10
Account and portfolio administration
| Action | Published route | Planning point |
|---|---|---|
| Statements and confirmations | Online documents and service records | Download records before closure or device change.Source 6Source 5 |
| NISA transfer/change | Use statutory and provider process | A cash withdrawal is not an NISA transfer.Source 9 |
| Security transfer | Product/account-specific procedure | Foreign and fractional/odd-lot positions can need different treatment.Source 6 |
| Passkey recovery | Follow device and customer-support procedure | Do not wait until a withdrawal deadline to establish recovery.Source 7 |
Protection & regulation
Sections ↑Essentials11
Entity and registration
| Measure | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Company | Nomura Securities Co., Ltd. | Japanese securities company headquartered in Tokyo.Source 11 |
| Registration | Kanto Local Finance Bureau (Kin-sho) No. 142 | Company page lists Type I, Type II, advisory/agency and management businesses.Source 11 |
| FSA evidence | Registered-business directory and SESC material | SESC identifies Nomura as a Type I Financial Instruments Business operator.Source 12Source 13 |
Protections & eligibility12
Protection boundaries
| Area | Relevant arrangement | What remains |
|---|---|---|
| Customer securities/cash | Japanese segregation and investor-protection framework for registered firms | Market loss and issuer failure are not ordinary compensation claims.Source 12Source 11 |
| Margin trading | Collateral and broker loan relationship | Losses and financing obligations can exceed unleveraged cash.Source 1 |
| NISA | Tax treatment for eligible investments | It does not guarantee positive returns or liquidity.Source 9 |
| Complaint/mediation | Firm first, then JSDA/FINMAC-style external route as applicable | External eligibility and remedy depend on the dispute.Source 14 |
Opening an account & support
Sections ↑Process13
Application and security preparation
| Stage | Published requirement | Practical point |
|---|---|---|
| Choose course | Online-only or branch relationship | The service and fee schedule differ.Source 1Source 2Source 3 |
| Identity/tax onboarding | Complete Japanese account and product checks | NISA and margin have additional eligibility.Source 9Source 6 |
| Passkey setup | Register a supported device under current security rules | Protect recovery information and verify official contact routes.Source 7Source 8 |
| Order/support issue | Use the account’s dedicated online or branch contact | Keep order and transaction references.Source 5 |
Published service routes
Nomura online-service supportTelephone
+81 120 008 556Source 5
Scope Published Japan toll-free online-service support number; availability from overseas is not established.
Hours Weekdays 08:40–18:00; weekends 09:00–17:00, excluding public holidays and year-end/New Year.
Online-service helpWebsite
https://www.nomura.co.jp/onlineservice/help/index.htmlSource 5
Scope Current service hours, procedures and support information.
JSDA complaint guidanceWebsite
Phone routing and language availability should be confirmed before relying on the number.
Additional services
Sections ↑Reference table14
Linked services
| Service | Published use | Boundary |
|---|---|---|
| NISA | Tax-advantaged eligible investments | One account per person and annual limits.Source 9 |
| Stock lending | Optional lending of eligible holdings | Ownership benefits, recall, fees and tax treatment can change.Source 6 |
| Cash sweep | Linked cash-management function | Sweep cash is not the same as a market security or guaranteed return.Source 6 |
| Branch advice/support | Broader assisted relationship | Higher branch tariff and product suitability process apply.Source 3 |
Company background & evidence
Sections ↑The facts15
Company context
| Measure | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Legal entity | Nomura Securities Co., Ltd. | Established 7 May 2001 in the current corporate structure; Nomura group history is longer.Source 11 |
| Registered activities | Type I, Type II, advisory/agency and investment management | The specific customer product still needs its own terms.Source 11 |
| Current check | 15 October 2026 | 2026 fee and security updates were retained with dates.Source 1Source 8 |
| Testing | No live account, order, withdrawal or support test | Public documentation is not measured service quality.Source 5 |
Nomura’s key comparison is channel rather than one brand-wide stock fee. The online-only route has a low banded schedule, while a branch relationship provides a different service model and tariff. Product, margin and foreign-market costs then sit on top.[2][3][6]
- Headquarters
- Tokyo, Japan
Legal entities & licences
These are source-dated records, not a blanket assessment of the broker. Read each issuer, identifier, status and scope together.
Nomura Securities Co., Ltd.
| Issuer & identifier | Recorded status | Date & scope |
|---|---|---|
| Financial Services AgencyKanto Local Finance Bureau (Kin-sho) No. 142 | Registered | Checked 15 Oct 2026Company page lists Type I, Type II, investment advisory/agency and investment management activities; SESC independently identifies the firm as a Type I operator.Source 11Source 13 |
Additional Information
Sections ↑Reference table16
Checks before using a quoted figure
| Check | Reason |
|---|---|
| Account course | Online-only and branch commissions differ.Source 2Source 3 |
| Contract value | Net & Call uses value bands.Source 2 |
| Product | Foreign securities, funds, bonds and margin have separate costs.Source 6Source 1 |
| Security device | Passkey affects login and withdrawals.Source 7Source 4 |
| Settlement | Executed sale does not equal immediate bank withdrawal.Source 4 |
This profile is a neutral reference to the Japanese service. It does not recommend Nomura or imply live testing of execution, authentication, cash movement or support.
Sources & further reading
- Nomura account, branch and online-only fee overview Nomura Securities · Accessed 15 Oct 2026
- Nomura Net & Call domestic equity commission schedule Nomura Securities · Accessed 15 Oct 2026
- Branch-account domestic equity commission schedule Nomura Securities · Accessed 15 Oct 2026
- Cash, card and foreign-currency withdrawal procedures Nomura Securities · Accessed 15 Oct 2026
- Online service hours, support and customer procedures Nomura Securities · Accessed 15 Oct 2026
- Online account service list, NISA, sweep and lending Nomura Securities · Accessed 15 Oct 2026
- Passkey authentication and supported account security Nomura Securities · Accessed 15 Oct 2026
- 2026 passkey-registration changes Nomura Securities · 28 Mar 2026 · Accessed 15 Oct 2026
- NISA account and annual-investment rules Nomura Securities · Accessed 15 Oct 2026
- Online order limits and non-accepted cases Nomura Securities · Accessed 15 Oct 2026
- Nomura Securities company and registration details Nomura Securities · Accessed 15 Oct 2026
- FSA registered-business directory Financial Services Agency Japan · Accessed 15 Oct 2026
- SESC evidence of Type I registration Securities and Exchange Surveillance Commission · 25 Sep 2024 · Accessed 15 Oct 2026
- Japan Securities Dealers Association complaint and mediation service Japan Securities Dealers Association · Accessed 15 Oct 2026
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