Japan national Bitcoin strategy

Key Points:

• Samson Mow and Satoshi Hamada discuss Japan’s Bitcoin strategy proposal.
• Japan remains cautious about Bitcoin reserves.
• No immediate policy change or market effects.

Samson Mow, CEO of Bitcoin company JAN3, met with Japanese Senator Satoshi Hamada on April 24 in Tokyo to discuss Japan’s potential Bitcoin strategy.

Hamada previously advocated for a strategic national Bitcoin reserve, highlighting the importance of aligning with global trends.

Japan’s Hesitant Approach to Bitcoin Reserves

Samson Mow, CEO of Bitcoin technology company JAN3, met with Japanese Senator Satoshi Hamada to discuss an urgent need for Japan to develop a national Bitcoin strategy. Hamada has publicly called for such strategic Bitcoin reserves since December. These discussions underscore continued advocacy for cryptocurrency integration at the state level.

Japan’s cautious stance remains unchanged, reflecting concerns about Bitcoin’s volatility and regulatory challenges. No government commitments or policy changes have been initiated to establish cryptocurrency reserves as part of Japan’s economic strategy.

“In December 2024, I formally submitted an inquiry to the Japanese government, asking about the possibility of Japan establishing a Bitcoin reserve.” — Satoshi Hamada, Japanese Senator, Party to Protect the People from NHK

Bitcoin’s Global Stance and Market Dynamics

Did you know? Japan has been exploring the implications of cryptocurrency integration since as early as 2014, reflecting a long-standing interest in digital currencies.

As of April 24, 2025, Bitcoin (BTC) trades at $92,348.06, with a market cap reaching $1.83 trillion. Data from CoinMarketCap indicates a declining 24-hour trading volume of $38.34 billion, marking a 35.10% drop. The market dominance of BTC stands at 63.68%, demonstrating its continued prominence. Recent price trends show 9.47% growth over the last week, while the asset dropped by 12.51% over the past 90 days.

Bitcoin(BTC), daily chart, screenshot on CoinMarketCap at 09:18 UTC on April 24, 2025. Source: CoinMarketCap According to Coincu Research, Bitcoin’s regulatory perception globally is shifting amidst ongoing discussions in other nations, reflecting broader regulatory caution. Though Japan’s stance remains conservative, Bitcoin’s market stability continues to evolve and could impact future strategies. Analysts highlight the importance of tracking policy developments and their effects on broader adoption.