TLDR
- Shiba Inu (SHIB) has officially been added to Japan’s Green List of trusted cryptocurrencies.
- SHIB is now on the Green List alongside Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH).
- Japan’s regulatory body, JVCEA, confirmed that SHIB meets all necessary compliance standards.
- The Japanese government has proposed reducing the crypto tax rate from 55% to 20%.
- If the tax reduction is approved, SHIB holders could see significant savings on their profits.
Shiba Inu (SHIB) has officially joined Japan’s “Green List” of trusted cryptocurrencies. This places SHIB alongside Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) in the country’s most respected digital assets. The Japan Virtual and Crypto Assets Exchange Association (JVCEA) made the announcement, marking the first time a G7 nation has formally recognized the memecoin.
Shiba Inu Meets Regulatory Standards for Green List Inclusion
The JVCEA oversees the digital asset market in Japan and added 30 cryptocurrencies to its Green List. This list is intended to streamline the approval process for trusted tokens. SHIB met the necessary criteria, including being listed on at least 3 licensed exchanges, and was listed on 8 exchanges at the time of assessment.
$SHIB has officially joined Japan’s “Green List,” standing beside $BTC and $ETH.
A proposed tax drop from 55% → 20% could make this a huge catalyst.
Read about it below 👇🏼 https://t.co/0PUBE5TIvJ
— Shib (@Shibtoken) November 17, 2025
Japanese regulators also confirmed that SHIB complies with the required standards. The token’s ecosystem was thoroughly vetted, further solidifying its place among top digital currencies. The addition of SHIB to the list signifies Japan’s growing openness to well-regulated cryptocurrencies.
Proposed Tax Cuts Could Boost SHIB’s Appeal in Japan
The Japanese government has proposed reducing taxes on Green List tokens, including SHIB. Currently, cryptocurrency profits are taxed at 55%, but the proposal would lower that to 20%. If passed, SHIB holders could benefit from substantial tax savings, which could increase investor interest in the token.
For example, a trader who earned $45,000 from SHIB could face a tax reduction of $15,750. This would bring their tax bill down from $24,750 to just $9,000 under the proposed 20% tax rate. Shiba Inu’s official account celebrated the potential shift, highlighting its impact on attracting more investment.
Japan’s Green List Paves the Way for More Crypto-Friendly Policies
Japan’s Green List was created in 2022 to streamline regulatory approval for digital assets. The government aims to apply the same laws to Green List tokens as those used for traditional stock trading. This regulatory shift reflects Japan’s commitment to becoming a crypto-friendly nation by 2026.
Former Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba emphasized the importance of cryptocurrency development for Japan’s future. The country aims to compete with other crypto-friendly jurisdictions, such as Singapore and South Korea. However, Japan is also carefully monitoring corporate crypto activities and could impose stricter regulations on companies holding significant digital assets.
Despite the rise in cryptocurrency adoption, Japan Exchange Group Inc. (JPX) is exploring measures to limit the extent of corporate crypto holdings. JPX’s efforts aim to balance innovation with investor protection. However, no final decision has been made on these potential changes.
