Metaplanet Enters Top 5 Bitcoin Holders with $1.4B Buy
Tokyo-based firm now holds 13,350 BTC as stock soars 10% following latest purchase.
In a bold move that cements its reputation as one of the most aggressive corporate Bitcoin accumulators, Japan’s Metaplanet has purchased an additional 1,005 BTC, propelling its total holdings to 13,350 BTC—worth roughly $1.4 billion at current market prices. With this acquisition, Metaplanet has officially entered the top five global corporate Bitcoin holders, trailing only giants like MicroStrategy, which dominates with over 592,000 BTC.
The announcement, made on Monday, June 30, also revealed the issuance of 30 billion yen ($208 million) in zero-interest bonds to finance further Bitcoin purchases—underscoring Metaplanet’s unwavering commitment to a Bitcoin-centric treasury strategy.
Strategic Accumulation Accelerates
Metaplanet’s rise to the upper echelons of corporate Bitcoin ownership has been rapid and methodical. As recently as mid-April 2025, the company held just 4,525 BTC, before sharply accelerating its purchases over the following months.
With the latest acquisition, Metaplanet has overtaken high-profile firms such as:
- Galaxy Digital (12,830 BTC), led by Mike Novogratz
- CleanSpark (12,502 BTC), a leading U.S.-based Bitcoin mining firm
- Tesla (11,509 BTC), which now trails Metaplanet in total BTC holdings
According to data from BitcoinTreasuries.net, the only companies currently ahead of Metaplanet in total Bitcoin holdings are MicroStrategy, Marathon Digital Holdings, XXI, and Riot Platforms.
This momentum aligns with the company’s previously announced goal of holding 10,000 BTC by the end of 2025, a milestone it reached six months ahead of schedule on June 16. Now, Metaplanet is pivoting toward its even more ambitious “555 Million Plan.”
The ‘555 Million Plan’: A Billion-Dollar Vision
Unveiled earlier this year, the “555 Million Plan” aims to raise $5.4 billion (around 850 billion yen) to purchase 210,000 BTC by 2027. The name references the targeted amount in Japanese yen—555 billion—required for a significant Bitcoin accumulation push over the next two years.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Metaplanet CEO Simon Gerovich emphasized the pace of growth:
“Just 3 months ago, we announced live at our shareholder meeting that we hit 3,350 BTC — and now we’ve added 10,000 more to reach 13,350 BTC.”
The firm’s aggressive strategy echoes the corporate playbook of MicroStrategy, viewing Bitcoin not merely as a treasury reserve, but as a hedge against inflation and fiat currency devaluation. By adopting Bitcoin as a core balance sheet asset, Metaplanet is signaling long-term confidence in crypto’s role within the global financial system.
Markets React: Stock Surges 10%
Investor sentiment mirrored the company’s bullish stance. Following the announcement, Metaplanet’s stock surged over 10% on Monday, trading at JPY 1,647, according to Google Finance data. This marks a dramatic rebound from earlier market hesitation, when shares temporarily dipped after the initial unveiling of the 555 Million Plan.
Key stock performance metrics:
- +10.47% daily increase on Monday
- +53.5% over the past month
- +370.7% year-to-date
Such gains highlight growing investor confidence in Metaplanet’s Bitcoin-first strategy, especially as global interest in crypto-assets remains elevated.
Institutional Bitcoin Accumulation Shows No Signs of Slowing
Metaplanet’s latest move is part of a broader trend of aggressive institutional Bitcoin accumulation. Just days earlier, prominent investor Anthony Pompliano announced the launch of ProCap, a $1 billion Bitcoin-focused firm that immediately joined the ranks of top corporate BTC holders. As reported, ProCap now holds 4,932 BTC what led it to 13th place on the global list, according to BitcoinTreasuries.
Bitcoin Price Holds Above $100K
Metaplanet’s announcement coincided with another bullish trend in the broader crypto market. Bitcoin briefly touched $108,800 on Monday before settling around $107K, according to CoinMarketCap. The digital asset continues to trade near all-time highs amid increasing institutional adoption and macroeconomic uncertainty.
The parallel rise in Metaplanet’s share price and Bitcoin underscores the deepening correlation between corporate equity performance and crypto asset holdings—particularly among firms positioning BTC as a core reserve.
Reflecting on Metaplanet’s Ascent
Metaplanet’s swift journey from a relatively unknown Tokyo-listed firm to a top-tier global Bitcoin holder reflects both strategic foresight and a willingness to defy traditional financial orthodoxy. By committing billions toward a long-term Bitcoin accumulation plan, the company is not only challenging norms within Japan’s conservative corporate landscape but is also setting a precedent for public firms across Asia.
As Metaplanet continues to pursue its 210,000 BTC target, market observers will be watching closely to see whether its high-stakes bet pays off—or whether volatility in the crypto space will test its resolve. For now, with over 13,000 BTC on its books and rising investor confidence, Metaplanet appears to be firmly in the driver’s seat of a bold financial experiment.
