TLDR
- Japan elected Sanae Takaichi as its first female prime minister, sparking a rally in financial markets.
- The Nikkei 225 index in Japan surged 4.75 percent to close at a record high of 47,734.04 on Monday.
- Takaichi supports low interest rates, tax cuts, and large-scale government spending to boost Japan’s economy.
- Bitcoin reached a new all-time high above 125,700 yen following Takaichi’s election and Japan’s weaker currency.
- During her previous role, Takaichi supported the legality of cryptocurrency donations to politicians in Japan.
Japan’s Nikkei index hit a record high following the election of Sanae Takaichi as the country’s first female prime minister. On Monday, Japan‘s Nikkei 225 jumped 4.75% to close at 47,734.04, its highest level ever. The rally follows Takaichi’s pro-growth stance, which lifted sentiment across equities and cryptocurrencies.
Takaichi’s Economic Policies Ignite Market Optimism
Takaichi won the election on Saturday and is set to take office on October 15 as Japan’s new prime minister. Her campaign focused on low interest rates, tax cuts, and expansive fiscal policies, aiming to revive Japan’s economy. These proposals drove investor confidence, pushing Japan’s stock markets sharply higher.
She remains committed to monetary easing while advocating for aggressive spending to boost Japan’s domestic demand. Japan’s currency has weakened, but voters embraced her approach, expecting relief from inflationary pressures. Her stance aligns with Japan’s long-standing strategy of supporting growth through stimulative economic measures.
Sanae Takaichi’s election as the new leader of the Liberal Democratic Party has changed the dynamics among opposition parties regarding whom the ruling LDP-Komeito bloc will join forces with.https://t.co/aRDa7kWXml
— The Japan News (@The_Japan_News) October 6, 2025
Analysts say Japan’s markets have reacted positively due to its consistent message of economic revival. Market participants expect Japan’s central bank to maintain loose policy under its leadership. Meanwhile, foreign investors have renewed interest in Japan’s equity and risk asset space.
Crypto Sentiment Improves as Bitcoin Hits Record Against Yen
Bitcoin surged past ¥125,700 over the weekend, setting an all-time high against the Japanese yen. Japan’s retail and institutional investors responded quickly to policy clarity expected under Takaichi’s administration. Her previous support for crypto has revived optimism across Japan’s digital asset community.
While she has not yet commented directly on Bitcoin, her past actions suggest an openness to innovation in digital finance. In 2019, Takaichi confirmed that cryptocurrency donations to politicians were legal under Japan’s existing campaign finance laws. This signaled a regulatory understanding that many in Japan’s crypto sector welcomed.
Charles d’Haussy, CEO of dYdX Foundation, noted that, “Takaichi’s election is boosting crypto sentiment among local investors through expected looser monetary policies.” Japan’s pro-crypto stance may now gain momentum as leadership changes bring a new direction. As global investors seek alternatives, Japan may emerge as a key player in the adoption of cryptocurrencies.
Japan Eyes Regulatory Reform for Crypto Growth
Japan’s Financial Services Agency has proposed reclassifying digital assets as financial products under the FIEA framework. This move would enable the introduction of crypto ETFs and impose a flat 20% tax on crypto income. If approved, it would signal a significant shift in how Japan treats digital asset investments.
This regulatory clarity could attract global firms and boost domestic participation in Japan’s crypto sector. Takaichi’s supportive history suggests she may back such frameworks to stimulate innovation. Japan continues to explore policy tools that strike a balance between investor protection and market development.
