- Metaplanet has expanded its Bitcoin holdings with a $11.6 million purchase of 103 BTC, raising its total reserves to 18,991 BTC worth nearly $1.95 billion.
- The move, coming shortly after Michael Saylor’s “Bitcoin is on Sale” signal, cements Metaplanet’s position as the seventh-largest public BTC holder.
Metaplanet, one of Japan’s most aggressive corporate Bitcoin investors, has expanded its holdings once again with a fresh $11.6 million purchase. In its latest disclosure, the firm revealed it acquired 103 BTC at an average price of $113,491 per token, bringing its cumulative Bitcoin treasury to 18,991 BTC. In total, the company has invested roughly $1.95 billion into Bitcoin at an average cost basis of $102,712 per coin.
The purchase came shortly after MicroStrategy founder Michael Saylor posted on X, declaring that “Bitcoin is on Sale.” Saylor’s remarks, paired with the firm’s acquisition chart, were widely interpreted as a bullish buy signal. True to form, Metaplanet acted quickly, reinforcing the narrative that institutions are still actively accumulating during periods of market consolidation.
MICHAEL SAYLOR SAYS LIVE ON CNBC THAT #BITCOIN WILL GO UP 30% A YEAR FOR THE NEXT 20 YEARS
JUST THE BEGINNING 🚀 pic.twitter.com/Cr847NVPU6
— The Bitcoin Historian (@pete_rizzo_) August 24, 2025
Saylor himself has been equally aggressive in recent weeks. MicroStrategy announced last week that it added 430 BTC worth $51.4 million, raising its total holdings to 629,376 BTC—nearly 3% of Bitcoin’s circulating supply. Days earlier, the firm purchased another 775 BTC, underlining its relentless accumulation strategy.
Thanks to its latest buy, Metaplanet now ranks as the seventh-largest public holder of Bitcoin, according to Bitcoin Treasuries data, sitting just behind Riot Platforms and Peter Thiel-backed Bullish. The company’s investment has delivered a staggering return of 479.5%, significantly outperforming broader equity markets.
With the Japanese yen weakening amid ongoing economic uncertainty, Metaplanet appears to be leaning further into Bitcoin as a hedge and long-term store of value.
Financial results highlight how well this strategy has played out. In Q1 2025, the firm posted a remarkable 95.6% Bitcoin yield. While July through late August saw a more modest 29.1% return, momentum returned in Q2 with a 129.4% gain. This track record shows the firm’s ability to remain profitable despite Bitcoin’s volatility.
The market responded positively to the news, with Metaplanet’s stock climbing over 4% to 878 yen following the announcement. Investor confidence in the company’s Bitcoin-first strategy continues to grow, even as Bitcoin itself showed little immediate reaction. The cryptocurrency is currently trading around $112,000 after briefly dipping to $110,000 over the weekend.
Adding to the broader bullish sentiment, Eric Trump recently described himself as a “Bitcoin Maxi,” predicting the asset could reach $175,000 before the end of 2025. Combined with institutional buying from firms like Metaplanet and MicroStrategy, such optimism suggests Bitcoin may be on the verge of another significant rally.
Metaplanet’s latest $11.6 million buy not only cements its place among the largest public holders of Bitcoin but also hints at a deliberate accumulation strategy. Analysts speculate the company may now be making weekly purchases, a move that mirrors MicroStrategy’s methodical approach to building its treasury. Regardless of short-term market swings, Metaplanet’s conviction in Bitcoin as a long-term asset remains unshaken.
