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SBI pushes spot Bitcoin & XRP ETFs for the Tokyo Stock Exchange

Japan spot crypto ETF concept
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Bottom line: a Japanese path to a spot crypto ETF

As reported in May 2026, SBI presented investor materials for spot Bitcoin and XRP ETFs and a "digital gold" trust, aiming at a Tokyo Stock Exchange listing. Three-year AUM goals were cited — these are targets, not commitments.

Key points

- SBI floated BTC & XRP spot ETFs plus a "digital gold" trust for a TSE listing (as reported).

- Depends on FSA approval; no listing date.

- Enabled by the FIEA reclassification.

Tokyo Stock Exchange interior
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Why now

The US approved spot Bitcoin ETFs in 2024. If Japan's reclassification of crypto as a financial instrument proceeds, a familiar ETF wrapper becomes feasible domestically.

A plan, not an approval

This is a company proposal; no product is approved or listed. AUM figures are the company's projections.

FAQ

Q. Can I buy a BTC ETF on the TSE now? A. No — it's a proposal pending FSA approval and rule-making.

Q. An XRP ETF too? A. Reported alongside BTC, but not confirmed.

Sources

Not financial advice

This reflects publicly reported information as of June 2026 and is not investment advice. Rules, company moves and prices can change — confirm the latest with official sources.

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