Japan

Trading & Investment

Tokyo Stock Exchange Launches Initiative to Lure Asian Startups for IPOs

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/01/2026

The TSE is offering comprehensive support to attract foreign firms, positioning itself as an alternative to other regional hubs amid a competitive IPO market.

Anti-Money Laundering

Japan Regulator Files Criminal Complaint Against Iwaki Credit Union

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/01/2026

The complaint, a first for a credit union, alleges executives lied about destroying a PC with evidence and concealed ties to organised crime.

Structural Regulation

Japan Finalises Labour Protection Rules for New Enterprise Value Security Right

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/01/2026

Ministry of Labour amends guidelines, setting new duties for trustees and communication protocols for Japan's new corporate financing tool.

Trading & Investment

SGX to Launch JGB Futures, Signals Broader Asian Derivatives Push

By Editors | 22/01/2026

SGX is seeking to capitalise on Japan's shifting rate environment and is planning new contracts for other key regional markets.

Stablecoins

Japan's LINE to Integrate Regulated Yen Stablecoin for Payments

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/01/2026

Partnership with JPYC Inc leverages Japan’s revised stablecoin laws to embed payments within the popular LINE Messenger app.

Reporting & Disclosures

Japan Consults on Revised Human Capital Disclosure Rules

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/01/2026

Draft guidelines urge firms to better link talent strategy with corporate value, aligning with international sustainability reporting standards.

Operational Risk

Japan Banks Face 'Operational Resilience' Test as Disaster Risks Mount - BOJ

By Mark Johnston | 20/01/2026

Japanese financial institutions are shifting to an “all-hazards” approach to business continuity, though gaps remain in executive drill participation and third-party risk management.

Anti-Money Laundering

Japan's FSA Proposes Stricter Rules on AML Tech and Vendor Oversight

By Manesh Samtani | 20/01/2026

Draft guidelines elevate previous expectations to firm requirements for financial firms, targeting technology adoption, trade finance, and outsourcing.

Stablecoins

Japan's JCB, Resona to Pilot Retail Stablecoin Payments in Regulatory Sandbox

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/01/2026

The collaboration between JCB, Resona and, Digital Garage, aims to test USD and JPY-pegged stablecoins at physical stores.