EWJ vs OPPJ
iShares MSCI Japan ETF compared with WisdomTree Japan Opportunities Fund on yield, payout growth, payment schedule, cost and risk.
EWJ
iShares MSCI Japan ETF
TTM yield · Semi-annual
OPPJ
WisdomTree Japan Opportunities Fund
TTM yield · Quarterly
Quick take
- OPPJ yields more today: 2.35% vs 1.06% (forward).
- OPPJ has grown its payout faster: 4.3%/yr vs -8.1%/yr over the last 5 years.
- EWJ pays twice a year; OPPJ pays every quarter.
- Over the last year OPPJ delivered the higher total return: +40.7% vs +17.9% (price change plus payouts).
- EWJ is cheaper to own: 0.49% vs 0.58% expense ratio.
- EWJ has the steadier distribution: consistency 54/100 vs 30/100.
Generated from the latest data on both pages. Not a recommendation.
Side by side
| Metric | EWJ | OPPJ |
|---|---|---|
| Share price | $94.10 | $57.97 |
| TTM yield | 0.53% | 1.10% |
| Forward yield | 1.06% | 2.35% |
| Annual payout per share | $1.002 | $1.36 |
| Payment frequency | Semi-annual | Quarterly |
| Next ex-date | Dec 16, 2026 (est.) | Dec 26, 2026 (est.) |
| Expense ratio | 0.49% | 0.58% |
| 1-year payout growth | -69.7% | +8.5% |
| 5-year payout CAGR | -8.1% | +4.3% |
| Consecutive years of increases | 0 years | 1 year |
| Payout consistency (last 12) | 54/100 | 30/100 |
| 1-year total return | +17.9% | +40.7% |
| 1-year price return | +17.3% | +39.2% |
| Size (market cap / AUM) | 23.5B | 339.8M |
| Years paying | 29.2 | 12.8 |
| Sector / category | Japan Stock | Japan Stock |
✓ marks the more favourable figure where one exists (higher yield, growth, streak, consistency, return and size; lower cost, payout ratio and risk).
$10,000 invested today
| EWJ | OPPJ | |
|---|---|---|
| Shares | 106.3 | 172.5 |
| Income per year | $106 | $235 |
| Income per month (avg) | $9 | $20 |
At forward yields, before taxes. Model EWJ · Model OPPJ
Next payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| EWJ Dec 16, 2026 | Dec 30, 2026 | $0.501 | Est. |
| EWJ Jun 18, 2027 | Jul 2, 2027 | $0.501 | Est. |
| OPPJ Dec 26, 2026 | Dec 30, 2026 | $0.34 | Est. |
| OPPJ Mar 28, 2027 | Apr 1, 2027 | $0.34 | Est. |
| OPPJ Jun 28, 2027 | Jul 2, 2027 | $0.34 | Est. |
Annual payouts per share
EWJOPPJ
Regular payments only; the current year is year to date. Per-share amounts are not directly comparable when share prices differ, so read this chart for growth trends.
FAQ
Which has the higher dividend yield, EWJ or OPPJ?
OPPJ currently has the higher trailing yield: EWJ yields 0.53% and OPPJ yields 1.10%. Yield changes daily with price, so check the live figures above.
How often do EWJ and OPPJ pay?
EWJ pays twice a year and OPPJ pays every quarter. EWJ's next ex-date is Dec 16, 2026 and OPPJ's is Dec 26, 2026.
Which has grown its dividend faster, EWJ or OPPJ?
OPPJ has grown its payout faster: 4.3%/yr vs -8.1%/yr over the last 5 years.
Is EWJ or OPPJ better for income?
It depends on what you are optimising for. EWJ and OPPJ differ in yield, growth, payment schedule and risk profile; the table above puts every metric side by side so you can weigh them for your own goals. This page is data, not advice.