- Metaplanet Inc. expands Bitcoin holdings to 3,050 BTC worth approximately $250 million after acquiring an additional 162 BTC.
- The Tokyo-based firm reported a Q1 2025 BTC yield of 53.2%, significantly exceeding its quarterly target of 35%.
- Metaplanet aims to reach 10,000 BTC by December 2025 and 21,000 BTC by 2026, representing 0.1% of Bitcoin’s maximum supply.
Japanese investment firm Metaplanet Inc. has increased its Bitcoin treasury to 3,050 BTC, valued at approximately $250 million, following a recent acquisition of 162 additional Bitcoin worth ¥2 billion ($13.3 million). The purchase was confirmed in a March 12 regulatory filing, strengthening the company’s position among global corporate Bitcoin holders.
The latest Bitcoin acquisition coincides with a market rebound, as Bitcoin recovered from a 24-hour low of $79,271 to trade at $82,457, representing a 1% daily increase according to CoinGecko. The cryptocurrency’s performance has been supported by increased institutional demand and potential regulatory developments in the United States, despite ongoing volatility in broader markets.
Simon Gerovich, Metaplanet’s CEO, reported that the company achieved a BTC yield of 53.2% for Q1 2025, considerably surpassing its quarterly target of 35%. BTC yield measures Bitcoin accumulation relative to share dilution, serving as a critical performance metric for the firm.
“BTC Yield is the most important metric for Bitcoin Treasury companies,” Gerovich stated on Twitter, emphasizing that the company “will continue to work to maximize BPS,” referring to the Bitcoin-per-share ratio that drives their acquisition strategy.
## Metaplanet’s Strategic Bitcoin Accumulation
The Tokyo-based firm’s methodical acquisition approach mirrors that of U.S. company Strategy, establishing Metaplanet as a prominent Bitcoin treasury operator in Asia. The company now controls approximately 0.015% of Bitcoin’s fixed supply and ranks 13th among the top 15 corporate Bitcoin holders worldwide.
Metaplanet’s average acquisition price stands at ¥12.6 million ($84,000) per Bitcoin, with a total investment of ¥38.4 billion ($259.7 million) to date. The firm has implemented various financial strategies to support its Bitcoin accumulation, including raising $25.9 million through zero-interest bonds last month.
Looking ahead, Metaplanet has outlined ambitious goals for its Bitcoin treasury, aiming to reach 10,000 BTC by December 2025 and 21,000 BTC by 2026—an amount that would represent 0.1% of Bitcoin’s maximum supply. This strategic approach serves as a hedge against Japan‘s economic challenges, including currency depreciation and high national debt.
Despite recent fluctuations, the Japanese yen has strengthened against the U.S. dollar in early 2025, reaching a near five-month high amid uncertainty surrounding President Trump’s tariff plans and growing recession concerns. According to industry data from Trading Economics, the yen experienced a second intraday decline to ¥148 per dollar but remains relatively strong as a safe-haven currency.
Investor sentiment toward Metaplanet appears positive, with the company’s shares closing at ¥3,630, up 8.68% on the day. The stock rose approximately 2.5% within an hour after the announcement before the afternoon trading session, according to Financial Times data.
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