Japanese Investors Embrace Crypto: Majority of Institutions Ready to Invest, Survey Finds
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Japanese Institutional Investors and Cryptocurrency:
- A survey by Nomura Holdings and Laser Digital Holdings reveals that 54% of Japanese institutional investors plan to invest in cryptocurrencies within the next three years.
- The main motivations include diversifying investments and hedging against inflation.
- Most investors aim to allocate between 2% and 5% of their assets under management to digital currencies.
- There is interest in various crypto-related activities like staking, mining, and lending among these investors.
- Challenges faced include lack of established fundamental analysis methods, high volatility, and concerns about counterparty risks.
Japanese Regulatory Environment:
- Japan's regulatory stance towards cryptocurrencies appears more accommodating compared to neighboring countries like China.
- Recent policy adjustments allow venture capital firms and investment funds to hold cryptocurrencies directly.
- The government aims to support the growth of Web3 and digital asset firms as part of its economic agenda.
- The potential introduction of crypto ETFs in Japan could further boost market activity.
- Tangible impacts of the proactive regulatory environment are already seen, with companies like Metaplanet Inc. integrating Bitcoin into their treasury assets.
About the author

Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.





