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Japan's ruling party supports crypto ETF trading, yen-based stablecoins
1.6.2026
Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party said the country should create a legal framework for trading crypto ETFs in a proposal to the finance minister
Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Partners With Hashport to Turn Card Points into JPYC Stablecoins
29.5.2026
The announcement constitutes the first initiative of its kind in Japan, allowing users to exchange their loyalty points received for JPYC, Japan’s first onchore yen stablecoin. The initiative has the potential to bring ¥2.8 trillion to the stablecoin ecosystem, powering massive adoption. Sumitomo...
Polymarket aims for prediction market approval in Japan by 2030
22.5.2026
Mike Eidlin, head of Japan at cryptocurrency exchange Jupiter, is leading Polymarket's efforts, according to reports
Polymarket Targets Japan Market Entry, Appoints Representative in Push for 2030 Approval
22.5.2026
Decentralized prediction market platform Polymarket has set its sights on Japan, appointing a local representative and launching a formal lobbying effort aimed at securing government authorization by 2030. Japanese Market Entry With a Strong Lobby Push Polymarket, the blockchain-based prediction...
Report: SBI and Rakuten Build Crypto Trusts as 11 Japan Brokerages Eye Entry
17.5.2026
Japan’s largest brokerages are preparing to sell cryptocurrency investment trusts to retail investors, according to a Nikkei Asia survey published on Sunday. Japan Brokerages Push Crypto Funds as FSA Eyes 2028 Regulatory Deadline SBI Securities and Rakuten Securities plan to develop and distribute...
Japan's SBI Securities, Rakuten Securities plan to offer crypto investment trusts
17.5.2026
Another 11 companies responded to a survey saying they would consider offering crypto funds once the regulatory environment becomes clear
Forza Horizon 6 Makes Cherry Blossoms Unbreakable Because ‘They’re An Iconic Element Of Japanese Culture’
15.5.2026
Playground Games also opted to not include some Japanese temples and shrines to avoid being disrespectful
Japanese Telecom-Backed Fintech Group KDDI Acquires Coincheck Group Stake for $65M
13.5.2026
KDDI Corporation, one of Japan’s largest telecommunications companies, invested approximately $65 million to acquire a 14.9% stake in Coincheck Group N.V. and signed a business alliance agreement with Coincheck, Inc. to build blockchain-based financial services for Japanese consumers. Japan Telecom...
Telecom giant KDDI to acquire 14.9% stake in Coincheck Group in $65 million deal
13.5.2026
The companies signed a business alliance for revenue sharing, referral fees and customer referrals to expand crypto access in Japan
Japan’s Metaplanet Posts $725M Q1 Loss as Bitcoin Stack Reaches 40,177 BTC
13.5.2026
Metaplanet Inc. (TSE: 3350), the Japanese investment firm often likened to Asia’s version of Strategy, released its first-quarter financial results for 2026 on Wednesday, revealing a massive expansion of its digital asset treasury. Tokyo’s Metaplanet Hits 40,177 Bitcoin Milestone Amid Q1 Earnings...
Pizza Hut Now Selling ‘Drinkable Pizza’ In Latest Sign Humanity Is Wrapping Up Soon
11.5.2026
This new liquid-y pizza will only be available in Japan, for now
Japan to Enter the Blockchain Era with Round-the-Clock Government Bond Trading
8.5.2026
The government expects this system to be in operation later this year, aiming to lower costs and speed up transactions involving government bonds. Digital asset developer Progmat will serve as the secretariat for the organization undertaking this tokenization endeavor. Japan Taps Blockchain...
XRP Reaches 5M+ Merchants Through Rakuten Wallet Integration
4.5.2026
Rakuten Wallet added XRP access to one of Japan’s largest consumer payment networks, a rollout highlighted by a Ripple manager on April 30. Users can convert Rakuten Points into XRP, trade in-app, and charge Rakuten Cash through Rakuten Wallet for spending via Rakuten Pay across more than 5 million...
JPX Targets 2027 Japanese Crypto ETF Launch
1.5.2026
Japan Exchange Group is preparing to introduce cryptocurrency ETFs as early as 2027, pending regulatory and tax reforms. The move signals Japan’s shift toward integrating digital assets into its mainstream financial system. Key Takeaways: Japan Exchange Group targets 2027 crypto ETFs pending legal...
SBI Holdings eyes stake in crypto exchange Bitbank to build digital asset powerhouse
1.5.2026
The Tokyo-based broker is betting big on crypto with plans in Singapore and a Visa partnership for bank cards that allows users to accumulate digital assets
Bitbank Launches 0.5% Crypto Rewards Credit Card
28.4.2026
The two companies partnered to issue this credit card, which, in addition to being the first credit card to allow monthly payments to be deducted from crypto balances in an exchange, also offers cryptocurrency rewards in BTC, ETH, and ASTR. Key Takeaways: Bitbank and EPOS Card launched Japan’s...
Metaplanet Raises $50M via Zero-Interest Bonds to Expand its 40,177 BTC Treasury
25.4.2026
Tokyo-listed Metaplanet Inc. issued its 20th series of zero-interest bonds on April 24, 2026, raising ¥8 billion (approximately $50 million) earmarked entirely for bitcoin purchases. Key Takeaways: Metaplanet issued its 20th zero-coupon bond series on April 24, 2026, raising $50M to buy bitcoin....
Japanese Government Bond Collateral Goes Onchain in New JSCC and Mizuho Blockchain Pilot
21.4.2026
Japan Securities Clearing Corporation, Mizuho Financial Group, and Nomura Holdings have launched a proof-of-concept (PoC) trial to manage Japanese government bond (JGB) collateral on the Canton Network blockchain. Key Takeaways: JSCC, Mizuho, and Nomura launched a PoC on April 20, 2026, to test...
Almost 80% of Japan's institutional investors plan to buy crypto within 3 years, survey finds
21.4.2026
A survey by Nomura reveals that roughly 80% of Japan's investment professionals plan to allocate up to 5% of their portfolios to digital assets by 2029
Tokyo Offers Subsidies to Companies Promoting Digital Yen Usage
20.4.2026
With this initiative, the Metropolitan Government of Tokyo seeks to establish a healthy market for stablecoins, which are expected to serve as a new payment infrastructure and promote the establishment of a digital yen-based economy. Key Takeaways: Tokyo launched 40M yen subsidies for stablecoins...