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From my experience evaluating brokers, there's no indication in the available information that MUFG, specifically through its Au Kabucom Securities arm, provides swap-free or Islamic account options. This platform is primarily built for the Japanese market and operates under strict local Financial Services Agency (FSA) regulation. While regulation and the presence of a reputable parent organization reassures me about basic fund security and operational transparency, I noticed that AU Kabucom’s services are heavily tailored toward domestic clients, with the platform, customer support, and trading materials almost exclusively in Japanese. For me, as a trader who occasionally requires account accommodations for religious reasons, it's crucial to see explicit mention of swap-free or Sharia-compliant accounts in the broker’s offering. In MUFG’s case, I couldn’t find any evidence or clear documentation confirming such options. Their disclosures focus on a broad range of products, including FX, stocks, and investment trusts, but without specific references to Islamic trading accounts or the elimination of overnight interest fees (swaps). Given the sensitive nature of YMYL decisions, my advice is to exercise caution. If swap-free or Islamic account status is non-negotiable for your trading or investment needs, I would not recommend proceeding until you get direct, written confirmation from the broker. The absence of swap charges is a significant compliance issue for many traders, and it would not be prudent to assume their availability without confirmation. In summary, based on my review and the broker's published details, MUFG does not appear to offer swap-free Islamic accounts at this time.