Primary Regulator: FSA/JFSA
Policy Events Tracked: 8
Last Updated: February 25, 2026
Q: What is the current crypto regulatory status in Japan?
A: Japan is actively developing its cryptocurrency regulatory framework under FSA/JFSA. We track 8 policy events for this jurisdiction.
Q: Do I need a license to operate a crypto exchange in Japan?
A: Yes, most crypto-related activities in Japan require licensing from FSA/JFSA. See our policy tracker for specific requirements.
Q: What are the latest regulatory developments?
A: See the timeline below for the most recent policy events affecting Japan.
Pantera Capital-backed Solana infrastructure firm announces major APAC staking network buildout. Construction begins immediately with performance optimization and new technology integration planned for H2 2026. Move signals growing institutional interest in APAC-based validator infrastructure and staking services.
Japan reportedly preparing to classify XRP as a financial product by Q2 2026, placing it under formalized financial regulatory structure. Move would affect licensing requirements, trading oversight, and disclosure obligations for exchanges and institutional participants.
Japan quietly becomes APAC's top local (non-USD) stablecoin market. Aggregate APAC local stablecoin supply rebounded from $40M low in mid-2025 to nearly $58-60M by early 2026. Marks significant shift in where non-USD stablecoin activity concentrates, supported by Japan's progressive regulatory framework.
Japan announces crypto tax reduction from 55% to 20% by 2028, reclassifying 105 cryptocurrencies as financial products.
Japan FSA opened consultation on draft rules specifying eligible bonds for stablecoin reserve assets under trust structures. Comment deadline: Feb 27. Most prescriptive reserve framework in APAC.
Japan FSA issues guidance treating staking rewards as miscellaneous income at time of receipt.
Binance receives FSA approval to resume operations in Japan after 2023 exit.
Government updates Web3 strategy emphasizing ecosystem development.