Japanese Exchanges Seek Stricter Crypto Fund Regulations

Key Points:* Japanese exchanges seek stricter crypto fund regulations amid hoarding concerns.

• Regulatory changes could affect listed crypto fund companies.
• Potential impact on funding and institutional involvement in Japan. Japanese crypto exchanges are considering stricter regulations on digital asset fund management firms, potentially impacting cryptocurrency purchases by listed companies, as concerns about investment losses rise.

These potential measures reflect growing scrutiny in Japan’s crypto market, aiming to limit institutional crypto involvement, thereby affecting future asset acquisition strategies.

Japan’s Strategy to Address Crypto Hoarding Issues

There has been no official statement yet. Both the Financial Services Agency (FSA) and the Japan Virtual and Crypto Assets Exchange Association (JVCEA) remain silent publicly. Economists suggest that potential regulation could create a more stable market environment, but its immediate effect might be limiting for institutional participation.

There have been no direct public statements or quotes from major stakeholders regarding the regulatory measures being considered by the Financial Services Agency (FSA) and the Japan Virtual and Crypto Assets Exchange Association (JVCEA).

There have been no direct public statements or quotes from major stakeholders regarding the regulatory measures being considered by the Financial Services Agency (FSA) and the Japan Virtual and Crypto Assets Exchange Association (JVCEA).

Market Dynamics and Expert Insights amid Regulatory Uncertainty

Did you know? During the aftermath of the Coincheck hack in 2018, Japan tightened its controls on exchanges, demonstrating its commitment to safeguarding financial stability in the evolving digital landscape.

Bitcoin (BTC) is currently valued at $102,280.56, with a market capitalization of $2.04 trillion, according to CoinMarketCap. Over the past 24 hours, its trading volume reached $67.59 billion with a slight 3.65% decrease. BTC’s circulating supply has grown to 19,948,012, but the price has declined by 13.98% over 90 days, highlighting volatility.

Bitcoin(BTC), daily chart, screenshot on CoinMarketCap at 02:37 UTC on November 13, 2025. Source: CoinMarketCap Insights from the Coincu research team suggest regulatory oversight could temper the volatile crypto market. Historical scrutiny has shown Japan’s commitment to financial stability, with experts emphasizing that governance aligns with promoting safe investment practices in digital assets. Regulatory discussions could enhance this trend by setting clearer procedural guidelines.