Financial Services Agency

Enforcement

Japan FSA Orders Iwaki Shinkumi Bank to Improve Governance

By Nithya Subramanian | 07/11/2025

The FSA has issued a business improvement order against Iwaki Shinkumi Bank after uncovering serious compliance lapses, fraudulent lending and links to anti-social forces.

Securities / Derivatives

Japan FSA Deems Derivatives on Overseas Crypto ETFs 'Undesirable'

By Manesh Samtani | 06/11/2025

The FSA cites investor protection concerns, clarifying that the products should not be offered even by registered firms.

Enforcement

Personal Liability: The New Weapon in Financial Crime Enforcement

By Nathan Lynch | 31/10/2025

Regulators across the Asia-Pacific region are increasingly targeting individuals as a critical weapon in their crackdown on financial crime.

Japan's New Government to Unveil Financial Sector Strategy by Year-End

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 29/10/2025

New Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s administration will develop a 'Regional Financial Power Enhancement Plan' and a broader strategy to boost Japan's asset management appeal.

Fintech / Regtech

Japan Sees Launch of First Regulated Yen Stablecoin, JPYC

By Editors | 28/10/2025

The fintech firm JPYC has launched a yen-pegged token, backed by bonds and deposits, under Japan's new regulatory framework.

ESG / Sustainability

Asia Consortium to Address Transition Finance Bottlenecks

By Manesh Samtani | 27/10/2025

Regulators and industry have identified key financing bottlenecks and are developing practical guides to accelerate Asia's green transformation agenda.

Fintech / Regtech

FSA Japan, ADB Sign Pact to Strengthen Financial Systems Across APAC

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/10/2025

The partnership aims to boost financial inclusion, deepen capital markets, and strengthen financial stability across Asia-Pacific.

Securities / Derivatives

ISDA Chief Urges Jurisdictions to Follow Japan's 'Pragmatic' Basel III Lead

By Manesh Samtani | 22/10/2025

Scott O’Malia also outlined plans to promote tokenisation for collateral and highlighted new digital post-trade tools.

Trending

Japan Considers Allowing Banks to Hold and Trade Crypto

By Manesh Samtani | 21/10/2025

The FSA is reviewing rules to permit banks to hold digital assets, a move that could help to further integrate crypto into mainstream finance.