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CryptoUpdated×2•Originally published 13 May 2026•Updated 13 May 2026•

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Japan Blockchain Foundation Launches EJPY Stablecoin for B2B and DeFi

A gold Yen coin inside a gear connected to two glowing pipes, with EJPY text and a map of Japan in the background.

Key Facts

1An enterprise-led Japanese blockchain plans to issue a yen-denominated stablecoin specifically for B2B settlements.

2The stablecoin is designed to be issued on Ethereum and the Japan Open Chain Layer 1 public blockchain.

The Japan Blockchain Foundation has officially announced the launch of EJPY, a yen-denominated stablecoin designed to facilitate business transactions and blockchain-based settlements. According to reports, the new digital asset will be issued on both the Ethereum network and Japan Open Chain, a Layer 1 public blockchain. The initiative aims to support international transfers and decentralized finance (DeFi) applications, enhancing the efficiency of Japan's institutional financial sector.

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What changed: Updated headline and body to include the official asset name (EJPY), the issuer identity, and expanded use cases including DeFi.

This move aligns with global trends where major financial institutions are increasingly adopting blockchain for wholesale settlements to reduce overhead. Unlike retail-focused stablecoins like USDT, the EJPY project prioritizes local regulatory compliance within the Japanese economy. Per market data, integrating stablecoins into traditional B2B payment rails can significantly reduce cross-border transaction costs and settlement latency compared to legacy systems.

Traders should monitor the upcoming Bank of Japan (BoJ) Monetary Policy Meeting Minutes on May 18, 2026, for commentary regarding digital asset frameworks. In the currency markets, USD/JPY remains at 155.40 as of close May 12, 2026. Additionally, the upcoming speech by Fed official Goolsbee on May 20 will be a critical catalyst for assessing dollar strength and its subsequent impact on yen-pegged digital asset adoption.