Yeliz Akmaca 
Tokyo-based tech firm Metaplanet Inc. has issued zero-interest, unsecured bonds worth 4 billion Japanese yen (approximately $25.9 million) to increase its Bitcoin reserves. These bonds were financed by EVO Fund and are scheduled to be repaid in August 2025.
Metaplanet’s Interest in Bitcoin
With this move, the company stated it continues its strategy of adopting Bitcoin as a reserve asset amid economic uncertainties in Japan. Metaplanet is investing in Bitcoin not only for its own strategic interests but also to reflect institutional investors’ growing interest in digital assets. Moreover, it is turning to Bitcoin as a hedge against the depreciation of the Japanese yen.
Strategic Goal: 21,000 BTC by 2026
The company aims to increase its Bitcoin reserves to 21,000 BTC by the end of 2026. It also plans to support global operations and improve access to U.S. institutional investors by establishing a subsidiary named “Metaplanet Treasury Corp.” in Florida. This new entity will be backed with up to $250 million in capital.
On April 14, 2025, Metaplanet purchased 319 Bitcoin, bringing its total BTC holdings to 4,525. The acquisition cost around $26.3 million, with an average price of $82,549 per coin.The company’s CEO, Simon Gerovich, shared the transaction on social media. According to BitcoinTreasuries.net, Metaplanet currently ranks 11th globally among institutional Bitcoin holders, with 5,000 BTC.
By accumulating BTC through bond issuance, Metaplanet is setting a new financial direction for other companies in Japan. These actions clearly demonstrate the growing acceptance of cryptocurrencies at the institutional level. The company’s strategy not only aims for financial gain but also leads the way in corporate-level crypto adoption.
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