Metaplanet Inc. announces on March 12, 2026, that it has executed a Letter of Intent to invest up to $2.5 million (JPY 400 million) in JPYC Inc., the issuer of the Japanese yen-denominated stablecoin. The transaction is conducted through Metaplanet Ventures K.K., a newly established wholly owned subsidiary based in Tokyo. This inaugural investment supports JPYC’s Series B financing round as the entity operates as a registered Fund Transfer Service Provider.
The strategic move aims to integrate Bitcoin-native financial services with digitally native yen settlement layers within the Japanese jurisdiction. JPYC Inc. maintains a leading market position with reserves primarily backed by Japanese government bonds since commencing issuance in October 2025. This partnership explores the tokenization of corporate securities and bitcoin lending infrastructure while utilizing the advanced regulatory framework of Japan’s revised Payment Services Act.
🧭 FAQs
• Where is the stablecoin issuer JPYC Inc. headquartered? The company is located in the Otemachi district of Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo.
• What is the total planned investment amount for this round? Metaplanet intends to invest a maximum of $2.5 million (JPY 400 million) in JPYC.
• Which local subsidiary is managing the Metaplanet investment? The transaction is the inaugural deal for the new Metaplanet Ventures K.K.
• What regulatory status does JPYC hold in Japan? JPYC is a registered Fund Transfer Service Provider under the Financial Services Agency.
