Brothers, a heavy news just broke out, Japan is going to get serious! The tax rate is directly cut from the highest 55% 'heavenly disaster' to a unified tax rate of 20%, and they are preparing to officially finalize it in early 2026.

The Japan Blockchain Association has been shouting for almost three years, and it’s finally going to happen. The core idea is simple: treat crypto assets just like 'financial products' such as stocks and bonds. What does this mean? It means telling the whole world that in Japan, playing with cryptocurrency is no longer 'speculation', but a legitimate 'investment'. Once this label is given, the entire game rules change.

First, let’s talk about taxes. Previously, the highest comprehensive tax rate was 55%, meaning if you made some money, over half had to be handed over. Who can afford that? This led to a massive outflow of funds and talent to Singapore. Now it’s directly aligned with stocks, a unified 20%. This is not just a simple reduction; the officials are shouting through a loudspeaker: 'Don’t leave, come back and play!'

My view is that this move is very clever, combining 'strict regulation + deregulation'. On one hand, they lower taxes, while on the other, they immediately enforce the strictest regulations: explicitly prohibiting insider trading and manipulating non-public information, with penalties that will make you question your life choices.

What does this indicate? Japan aims to build a new financial arena with clear rules, fairness, and transparency that can attract global regulars to enter the field. Their goal is not to retain retail investors but to compete with Singapore and the UAE for the position of the 'Asian crypto center'.

What should retail investors do? Remember, this is the beginning of the 'system dividend', not the end.

First, don’t get FOMO; when the news comes out, there may be emotional speculation, wait for the market to cool down.

Second, adjust your strategy. Since Japan treats crypto as financial products, you should also use investment thinking to research project fundamentals, and no longer just speculate on news.

Third, pay close attention to the 'compliance main line', and see which Japanese local exchanges and which upcoming approved ETF-related targets will become the focus.

The big game in Japan has already started; have you figured out how to find your position on this new chessboard? Just watching the excitement is not enough.

Are you ready to watch from the sidelines, or are you going to seize the opportunity? Follow the lord, enter the village, and let’s dissect more market trends to capture the next wave of wealth codes! #加密市场回调