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Is Upbit Available in 🇯🇵 Japan?
Yes — Upbit is available in Japan
Upbit accepts clients from Japan. Regulated by MAS & FSC.
Availability last verified: October 2026
Broker availability in 🇯🇵 Japan
118 / 341 brokers118 out of 341 brokers in our database accept clients from Japan (35% availability). See all available brokers →
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Upbit vs alternatives in 🇯🇵 Japan
| Regulator | MAS, FSC | FMA, SCA | FSA |
| Min. deposit | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Spread from | 0 pips | 0.1 pips | 0 pips |
| Max leverage | 1 | 100 | 125 |
| Available | ✓ Yes | ✓ YesOpen Account | ✓ YesOpen Account |
Why choose Upbit in 🇯🇵 Japan?
Min. deposit
$0
Spread from
0 pips
Max leverage
1
BrokerRank score
4.35 / 5
- FSC and MAS regulated
- KRW deposits supported
- Partnership with Kakao
- 200+ crypto assets
- Regulated by MAS & FSC — legally available to Japan residents under FSA (Japan Financial Services Agency)
Trading conditions in 🇯🇵 Japan
Regulated by FSA (Japan Financial Services Agency). Max forex leverage: 1:25. Permitted instruments: Forex, Stocks, Futures, Options, ETFs. Japan has some of the strictest leverage limits globally. Crypto exchanges must be FSA-registered. CFDs are permitted but tightly regulated.
Other recommended brokers available in 🇯🇵 Japan
Comparing Upbit with other brokers available to Japan traders.
- Copy trading feature
- Competitive derivatives trading
- Clean and intuitive interface
- Competitive fees
- Spot and derivatives trading
- 700+ trading pairs
About Upbit
Regulated by
MAS, FSC
Headquarters
Seoul, South Korea
Founded
2017
Min. deposit
$0
BrokerRank score
4.35 / 5
Markets
crypto
Frequently Asked Questions
1Is Upbit available in Japan?
Yes — Upbit accepts clients from Japan. The broker is regulated by MAS and FSC. You can open a live account directly through their website.
2What are the best alternatives to Upbit for Japan traders?
Brokers we recommend in Japan include Bybit, XT.com. All are verified to accept clients from Japan and are regulated by reputable authorities.
3Can I use a VPN to access Upbit from Japan?
Using a VPN to circumvent geo-restrictions violates Upbit's terms of service and can result in account closure or frozen funds. It also leaves you without regulatory protection. We strongly recommend using a broker that is properly licensed to serve your country.
4Is forex trading legal in Japan?
Yes — forex trading is legal in Japan and regulated by FSA (Japan Financial Services Agency). The maximum permitted leverage for forex is 1:25. Only brokers licensed in Japan or operating under an approved passporting arrangement can legally serve retail clients.
5What leverage is available for traders in Japan?
Forex: up to 1:25. Stocks: up to 1:3.3. These limits are set by FSA (Japan Financial Services Agency) and apply to all licensed brokers serving Japan residents. Japan has some of the strictest leverage limits globally. Crypto exchanges must be FSA-registered. CFDs are permitted but tightly regulated.
6Which financial instruments can traders in Japan access?
Traders in Japan regulated by FSA (Japan Financial Services Agency) can access the following instruments: Forex, Stocks, Futures, Options, ETFs. Japan has some of the strictest leverage limits globally. Crypto exchanges must be FSA-registered. CFDs are permitted but tightly regulated.
7Which brokers accept clients from Japan?
118 out of 341 brokers in the BrokerRank database accept clients from Japan. Recommended options include Bybit, XT.com. You can see the full list on our Japan brokers page.