Crypto & Digital Assets regulatory updates from Japan.
We track 20 Crypto & Digital Assets updates from Japan regulators, published by JFSA. The archive covers 18 news items and 2 enforcement actions. Most recent update: September 2026.
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This is the FSA Weekly Review No. 702, a compilation of administrative updates and announcements from August 31 – September 4, 2026. Key items include: (1) a Cabinet Office Order amendment regarding money lending operations and nationality registration (Authorisation & Licensing); (2) publication of public...
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FSA weekly review covering multiple regulatory updates including cybersecurity incident reporting procedures, professional investor classification amendments, organizational restructuring, sustainable finance initiatives, and consumer protection measures against fraud and cryptoasset scams.
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FSA weekly digest covering multiple regulatory updates including cybersecurity in crypto-asset businesses, corporate governance code finalization, personal information protection guidelines, regional financial institution initiatives, and FinTech PoC Hub results on AML countermeasures.
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Publication of research report on cybersecurity issues and countermeasures in crypto-asset businesses by JFSA. This is informational content announcing regulatory research and innovation support initiatives rather than enforcement action or urgent directive.
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This is an informational regulatory guidance document from Japan's FSA establishing a FinTech Support Desk and publishing comprehensive FAQ on regulatory requirements. It covers multiple FinTech sectors including cryptoassets, electronic payment services, funds transfer, and ICOs.
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Japan’s Financial Services Agency (JFSA) has finalized a partial amendment to the *designation of countries and regions* under Articles 17-2 and 17-3 of the Order for Enforcement of the Act on Prevention of Transfer of Criminal Proceeds (APTCP), expanding the list of foreign jurisdictions that are subject to Japan’s crypto/e-money **travel rule** framework. The change matters because Japanese cryptoasset and electronic payment instrument service providers must now apply full originator/beneficiary information transmission when dealing with additional foreign VASPs in newly designated jurisdictions, and must adjust their AML/financial crime controls and routing logic accordingly by 3 August 2026.
Non-compliance with the expanded travel rule obligations for designated jurisdictions from 3 August 2026 exposes Japanese VASPs and related institutions to administrative sanctions, supervisory actions, and potential business restrictions under the APTCP and related AML/CTF frameworks. Given the focus on cross-border virtual asset transfers, failures may also create heightened ML/TF risk exposure and reputational damage, including scrutiny from foreign regulators aligned with FATF standards.
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Press conference announcing Japan's first trust-type stablecoin issuance by SBI Group. Minister discusses regulatory support and institutional framework development for stablecoins. Informational content regarding innovation in on-chain finance and payment services.
To showcase the appeal of Japan’s fintech industry to the global community and create new business opportunities for further development, Japan Fintech Week 2026 will be held from February 24th to March 6th. By collaborating with related events organized by various industry groups, this initiative aims to provide a…
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This is an informational announcement about Japan Fintech Week 2026, a collaborative industry event organized by the JFSA. It covers multiple fintech sectors and includes discussions on AI and blockchain technology.
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FSA weekly review covering multiple regulatory updates including new electronic payment instruments/cryptoassets intermediary business registration system launched June 1, 2026, administrative action against KROSY Inc., and asset management business initiatives.
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Press conference announcing G7 Finance Ministers' discussions on frontier AI model risks, cyber vulnerabilities, and crypto-asset counter-terrorist financing. Content is informational/policy-level guidance rather than binding regulatory requirement.
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This regulatory update discusses the Japanese Financial Services Agency's (JFSA) support for a project on advanced payments and interbank funds settlement using tokenized deposits and blockchain technology.
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This regulatory update discusses concerns around the use of Chinese mobile payment apps like Alipay in Japan, specifically related to tax evasion, money laundering, and lack of regulatory oversight. This impacts banks, fintechs, and payment providers operating in the Japanese market.
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The regulatory update discusses an investigation by the Japanese Financial Services Agency (JFSA) into the use of celebrity names without permission in crypto-asset projects, specifically the SANAE TOKEN project.
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This regulatory update discusses the issuance of a crypto-asset named 'SANAE TOKEN' and the potential regulatory response from the Japanese Financial Services Agency (JFSA).
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This regulatory update discusses an investigation by the Securities and Exchange Surveillance Commission (SESC) into potential misconduct at Mizuho Securities, as well as a criminal accusation against a former director of Mita Securities for insider trading.
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This regulatory dialogue between the Japanese FSA and US SEC covers a range of financial sectors and topics, including developments in crypto and digital assets, which are of medium importance given the increasing focus on this area.
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This regulatory update covers several key areas for banks and crypto exchanges, including prudential requirements, cybersecurity initiatives, and approvals/licenses. The updates indicate ongoing regulatory focus on these sectors and topics.
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This regulatory update from the Japanese Financial Services Agency (JFSA) relates to the publication of a report by the Working Group on Crypto-asset Systems of the Financial System Council.
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This regulatory update covers a range of topics relevant to the banking, payments, and crypto sectors, including public consultations on prepaid payment instruments, information sharing on illegal account use, and updates to disaster management plans. The medium urgency reflects the informational nature of the update.