Metaplanet raised 4B JPY in zero-interest bonds to expand its Bitcoin holdings, aiming for 21,000 BTC by 2026.As more institutions adopt Bitcoin as a reserve asset, BTC’s role as a global store of value continues to strengthen.
According to Japan’s Metaplanet announcement on a new campaign to raise $745 million, a recent CNF report highlighted that this move aims to expand its Bitcoin holdings, solidifying its position as “Asia’s MicroStrategy.”
The Japanese investment firm Metaplanet has secured 4 billion Japanese yen ($26.1 million) through zero-interest, unsecured bonds, reinforcing its commitment to aggressive Bitcoin accumulation. Announced on February 12 via X, the company stated:
Metaplanet Completes Raise of 4.0 Billion JPY in 0% Unsecured, Unguaranteed Ordinary Bonds to Purchase Additional $BTC.
This capital raise, backed by investment manager EVO Fund, allows Metaplanet to acquire more BTC without incurring interest costs, further solidifying its stance as one of Japan’s most bullish Bitcoin adopters.
According to the Notification Regarding Change in Use of Funds, issued by the Representative of Metaplanet Inc., the company emphasized:
By issuing these stock acquisition rights and continuing to increase our Bitcoin holdings, we believe we can insulate ourselves from the devaluation of the Japanese yen, hedge against inflation, and achieve sustainable corporate value growth.
Bitcoin Accumulation Targets and Strategy
Metaplanet has set an ambitious goal of acquiring 10,000 BTC by Q4 2025, an investment currently valued at approximately $957 million. Looking ahead, the firm aims to boost its Bitcoin holdings to 21,000 BTC by the end of 2026, a sum worth around $2 billion at today’s prices.
As part of its evolving strategy, the company has slightly adjusted its financial allocation, reducing the yen earmarked for BTC acquisitions from 111.3 billion yen ($723 million) to 107.3 billion yen ($701 million).
Why Metaplanet is Betting Big on Bitcoin
Metaplanet’s Bitcoin accumulation strategy is driven by Japan’s challenging economic conditions. The firm’s aggressive BTC purchases have significantly impacted its market performance, with its stock price surging by 5,250% over the past year. Meanwhile, the number of shareholders has grown by 500%, adding 50,000 new investors.
Metaplanet is not alone in this trend. More corporations, states, and even central banks are considering Bitcoin as a reserve asset. In the U.S., at least 16 states—including Texas, Kentucky, Missouri, and Asia—are exploring BTC investments.
As institutions ramp up their Bitcoin holdings, the cryptocurrency’s role as a global store of value continues to strengthen.
At the time of writing, Bitcoin is trading at $97,011, reflecting a 0.93% increase in the past day and a 0.27% rise over the past week.
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