#metaplanet Metaplanet Expands Bitcoin Holdings, Issues Second $25M Bond to EVO FUND

Tokyo, Japan – May 7, 2025 – Japanese investment firm Metaplanet (TSE: 3350) is doubling down on its Bitcoin (BTC) strategy with the purchase of an additional 555 BTC and the issuance of a second $25 million bond, again exclusively to EVO FUND. The move comes just days after the Tokyo-based company completed a similar debt issuance to the same investor.

The latest acquisition brings Metaplanet’s total Bitcoin holdings to 5,555 $BTC

reinforcing its position as a leading institutional BTC holder in Japan. The firm has embraced a Bitcoin-centric treasury strategy similar to that of U.S.-based MicroStrategy, using corporate debt to increase its exposure to the digital asset.

According to an announcement on X (formerly Twitter), the newly issued bonds will bear no interest and are scheduled for redemption on November 6. This structure indicates strong investor confidence in Metaplanet’s long-term Bitcoin vision and its relationship with EVO FUND.

Following the news, Metaplanet’s stock surged 11.5% to close at 477 yen ($3.33) on Wednesday, reflecting positive market sentiment toward the company’s aggressive crypto-forward approach.

With Bitcoin continuing to gain institutional traction, Metaplanet’s latest moves suggest it is positioning itself as a major player in Japan’s evolving crypto investment landscape.