According to current data from SBI VC Trade, the crypto trading platform of the Japanese major bank SBI Holdings, XRP has become the trend: XRP is more popular than ETH in Japan, a development that has surprised many market participants.
Thanks to long-term partnerships between Ripple and Japanese banks (including SBI, MUFG, Mizuho), XRP has a solid institutional base in Japan. The Financial Services Agency (FSA) also clarified in 2021: XRP is not a security. This builds trust and drives adoption.
Importance for the crypto market & XRP holders
Such a strong market position in Japan indicates: XRP is not only used speculatively, but is a real economic settlement token – especially in Japan, the global leader for Ripple technology.
Japan often serves as an early indicator for broader acceptance; if Ethereum has already been surpassed in use there, the trend could catch on globally.
XRP could now and in the future be used more institutionally: for cross-border payments, treasury solutions, or through exchange-traded funds (ETFs).
📈 Outlook & possible price impact
With stable demand from institutional buying strategies from Japan, XRP could consolidate in the short term between $3.20 - $3.50, with potential to reach the $4–5 mark, if ETF applications or Ripple licenses follow.
However, the big breakout depends on US decisions: SEC appeal withdrawal, Project Crypto publication, or ETF approvals could trigger global momentum.
✅ Conclusion
XRP surpasses Ethereum in Japan – clear sign of strength and market confidence.
Institutional involvement through SBI & clear regulatory framework (FSA) promote adoption.
XRP is moving away from its speculative image, towards being a real digital bridge currency.
For long-term oriented investors, another strong argument to seriously monitor or buy XRP.
Write your opinion on whether this is a signal. How do you think it will continue in Japan?
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