Metaplanet Goes Full Bitcoin Whale—Japan’s Corporate Crypto Playbook Just Got Interesting

Tokyo-based Metaplanet drops 555 BTC bombshell—timing raises eyebrows as global markets wobble. No press release, no fanfare. Just a cold corporate wallet address stacking sats.

Why now? Three theories:

1. Hedge against Japan’s yield-starved economy (thanks, Bank of Japan)

2. Front-running anticipated US spot ETF inflows—because nothing says ’strategic investment’ like chasing momentum

3. Old-fashioned treasury diversification—or as finance bros call it, ’YOLO-ing the balance sheet’

Watch this space: When publicly traded companies start accumulating BTC like retail degens, either the bull market’s just getting started—or someone’s about to get liquidated.

• Metaplanet acquired 555 more Bitcoin this week, spending $49.6 million on the latest purchase.
• Based on current market prices, the company now holds 5,555 BTC valued at over $482 million.
• This acquisition is part of Metaplanet’s ongoing strategy to convert capital into Bitcoin during global financial uncertainty.

Japanese firm Metaplanet Inc. made another Bitcoin (BTC) purchase totaling 555 units this week, while China and the U.S. governments began showing signs of economic partnership. Metaplanet Inc. made a Tokyo Stock Exchange listing this week and acquired 555 Bitcoin using $49.6 million, raising its total holdings to 5,555 BTC. The purchase follows Metaplanet’s digital asset transformation plan to protect its investments during worldwide instability.

Metaplanet Adds 555 BTC to Holdings, Hits $482 Million in Total Value

Metaplanet announced its second Bitcoin purchase on Tuesday, which raised the company’s Bitcoin holdings to exceed $482 million. The purchase utilized ¥7.67 billion from the company’s funds while maintaining a trend of acquisitions based on zero-coupon bond issuance. Through EVO FUND, its partner raised the bond tranches that directly fund each Bitcoin acquisition.

The acquisition occurs within a strategy that courts Bitcoin as the primary CORE asset of the company’s treasury. Financial instruments yielded proceeds that Metaplanet used to obtain BTC since the start of 2024 and through all of 2025. Since the beginning of its digital asset exposure expansion initiative the firm has executed several key strategic acquisitions.

The organization’s Bitcoin-oriented Key Performance Indicator, BTC Yield, demonstrated substantial quarterly growth because capital deployment proved rewarding. Each subsequent quarter produced expanding returns, with Q4 at 309.8%, Q1 at 95.6%, and Q2 at 21%. The company’s durable Bitcoin acquiring performance reinforced its decision to build a reserve against possible macroeconomic threats.

China and US Set to Resume Economic Talks After Extended Pause

Chinese officials announced that Vice Premier He Lifeng will conduct talks with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent in Switzerland from May 9 through May 12. These official meetings will represent the direct dialogue after the U.S. placed new tariffs on Chinese imports. Senior U.S. officials made multiple attempts to initiate renewed dialogue before Vice Premier He Lifeng met with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent in Switzerland.

According to the Chinese Ministry of Commerce, specific conditions must exist for the parties to work together while emphasizing mutual respect and fairness throughout all discussions. Government representatives at these meetings rejected demands that would force China to change positions and issued statements about U.S. action in trade relations. China maintains its tough stance in defending its economic position while complying with worldwide market requirements.

The Chinese embassy in the United States has recognized the business community’s intensifying international pressure and demands to begin a new dialogue. Beijing accepted the need for formal dialogue to answer recent changes affecting the trade situation. Through this reopened dialogue, trade relations have the potential to become stable while facing current diplomatic tensions.

Gold and Bitcoin Gain as Safe-Haven Demand Rises

Bitcoin prices stayed NEAR the levels from February, while gold rose to $3,357 as investors increasingly sought store-of-value assets. The price elevation of both assets has traced economic policy shifts alongside geopolitical developments across important global regions. According to data about recent price movements, global financial instability appears to be driving markets toward substitute assets.

Metaplanet announced plans to establish its new Metaplanet Treasury Corp. subsidiary in Florida while raising $250 million through Metaplanet Treasury Corp. for Bitcoin acquisitions. With a $250 million capital target, this new entity will shape the company’s Bitcoin acquisition initiatives. CEO Simon Gerovich confirmed the move would enable the company to access U.S. capital market opportunities and international financial liquidity.

As part of its strategy to enhance its standing as a Bitcoin-specialized public organization that targets global growth, Metaplanet has initiated this step. Through this subsidiary organization, Metaplanet maintains uninterrupted access to strategic capital and multiple markets. Metaplanet takes this step to expand its market reach while strengthening its current digital asset reserve guidelines.

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