The era of Japanese companies seriously integrating digital assets begins—A thorough analysis of the challenges and possibilities of utilizing Bitcoin and stablecoins on January 28

The year 2025 marked a milestone as Japanese companies began to implement Bitcoin and stablecoins as part of their corporate financial strategies. Concrete developments included ANAP Holdings’ Bitcoin holding strategy, Convano’s BTC accumulation execution, and SBI VC Trade’s deployment of corporate solutions. Companies aiming to improve capital efficiency and expedite international settlements have also started utilizing stablecoins, leading to continued expansion of the application scope of Digital Asset Treasury (DAT).

Practical considerations necessary for integration into corporate finance

However, fully integrating cryptocurrencies and stablecoins into corporate finance requires multifaceted considerations such as responding to price fluctuations, accounting procedures, tax reporting, internal controls, asset management, and governance structures. How will companies facing these challenges make decisions moving forward? Industry interest is high, and developing strategies toward 2026 is an urgent priority.

Practitioners and experts to participate in workshops to clarify issues

Against this backdrop, a special workshop hosted by N.Avenue Inc. (NADA NEWS) will be held. Corporate leaders with implementation experience and tax/accounting specialists will gather to examine the current state and challenges of introducing cryptocurrencies and stablecoins from multiple perspectives. The workshop will organize the issues companies should face in 2026 and explore the current status and outlook of Web3 and digital asset utilization.

Event Details

• Date and Time: Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 17:30–20:30
• Venue: Tokyo metropolitan area (details provided to lottery winners)
• Format: Invitation-only, lottery-based
• Sponsor: SBI VC Trade

Program Outline

Part 1: Understanding the current state of treasury strategies (20 minutes) Presentation by the editor-in-chief of NADA NEWS on the latest trends in digital asset treasury and corporate case studies

Part 2: Panel discussion (65 minutes) Dialogue and Q&A with speakers to explore implementation challenges and solutions

Part 3: Explanation of SBI VC Trade services (25 minutes) Detailed introduction of solutions for corporations

Networking session (60 minutes) Networking among participants

Panelists

Mr. Rintaro Kawai, President & CEO of ANAP Holdings Involved in Bitcoin-related investment firm Fullgull, promoting the integration of Bitcoin into core corporate financial strategies. Also responsible for operating “Bitcoin Base,” a hub for domestic and international Bitcoin community exchange, leading efforts in both implementation and dissemination of Bitcoin utilization.

Mr. Haruki Tō, Director of Convano As BTC holdings strategy officer, pursuing the fusion of new business and financial strategies under the corporate principle of “earning in yen and protecting yen.” Has expertise spanning engineering, business development, finance, and governance, leading the implementation of digital asset adoption.

Mr. Tomohiko Kondo, President & CEO of SBI VC Trade Graduated from Waseda University Faculty of Science and Engineering, joined SBI Holdings. After working in information systems, electronic payments, and foreign exchange, became director of SBI VC Trade in 2019. Promotes commercialization of crypto assets and Web3, and has been in his current role since 2023. Leads the development of corporate solutions utilizing the group’s financial infrastructure.

Mr. Shin Sakamoto, Principal Tax Accountant of Tamaran Saka Tax Corporation After working at the Tokyo National Tax Agency, became an independent expert in crypto asset taxation. Conducts training for tax accountants and provides tax guidance to crypto asset holders, promoting standardization of tax practices in the industry.

Mr. Takayuki Masuda, Editor-in-Chief of NADA NEWS (Moderator) With a background in advertising, engaged in building owned media and digital content strategies. Launched “Business Insider Japan,” participated in “CoinDesk JAPAN,” and became editor-in-chief in 2023. Leading coverage of Web3 and digital assets in response to the renewal of “NADA NEWS” from 2026.

This workshop, aimed at business leaders, financial officers, and tax professionals interested in integrating cryptocurrencies into corporate finance, will provide practical insights and a valuable opportunity to organize key issues.