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Oct 31, 2025
Japan Launches World’s First Yen-Pegged Stablecoin
In a landmark move for digital finance, Japan has introduced the world’s first stablecoin pegged to the yen. Startup JPYC Inc. began issuing its namesake token, JPYC, fully backed by Japanese yen deposits and government bonds (JGBs). The initiative marks a significant step for a country still heavily reliant on cash and credit cards.
10 Trillion Yen Worth of Tokens
JPYC plans to issue up to 10 trillion yen ($66 billion) worth of tokens over the next three years, aiming for widespread adoption both domestically and overseas. To encourage early use, the company will waive transaction fees and instead generate revenue from interest earned on its JGB holdings.
While dollar-backed stablecoins dominate the global market, Japan’s entry signals growing Asian interest. The country’s megabanks are reportedly preparing their own yen-based stablecoins, and the Bank of Japan has acknowledged their potential role in reshaping payment systems.
Experts caution that widespread adoption may take years, but Japan’s digital yen initiative could pave the way for a new era of currency innovation in Asia.
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