#MetaplanetBTCPurchase Metaplanet, a Tokyo-based investment firm, has made headlines with its strategic Bitcoin acquisition. On April 8, 2025, the company announced the purchase of 117.7 BTC, valued at approximately $7.19 million. This bold move mirrors MicroStrategy’s approach, positioning Bitcoin as a core treasury asset. Metaplanet cited inflation concerns, yen depreciation, and global economic uncertainty as key reasons behind the investment. The decision marks a significant shift in Japanese corporate finance, reflecting growing institutional confidence in Bitcoin as digital gold. As Japan's first publicly traded company to embrace Bitcoin this way, Metaplanet sets a precedent for others in Asia to follow.