Leverage & Margin Guide
Crypto Leverage & Margin Trading in Japan
Understand margin trading regulations, retail leverage caps, and calculate your risks locally.
Interactive Margin & Liquidation Simulator (JPY)
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Estimated Liquidation Price
¥9,670,830
Required Margin (JPY)¥1,000
Total Position Value (JPY)¥10,000
Risk LevelModerate Risk
Leverage Caps & Regulations
- Regulator oversight: The FSA regulates leverage and margin trading in Japan.
- Retail Leverage Cap: Strict maximum 2x leverage cap for retail margin trading
- Allowed Spot/Futures:Standard retail spot & futures are permitted up to local boundaries.
Available Margin Trading Platforms in Japan
Offshore and registered exchanges supporting margin trading with their respective statuses:
| Exchange | Operating Status | Allowed Leverage in Japan | Licensing Details | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Binance | Regulated / Licensed | Up to 100x | Acquired Sakura Exchange BitCoin; operates as fully licensed Binance Japan | View Rules |
| Bybit | Restricted / Limits | Up to 100x | Has received multiple warnings from FSA for operating without a license | View Rules |
| Okx | Restricted / Limits | Up to 100x | Does not support Japanese residents to comply with local regulations | View Rules |
| Bitget | Restricted / Limits | Up to 100x | Unlicensed by FSA; operates with potential regulatory risks | View Rules |
| Coinbase | Restricted / Limits | Spot only | Temporarily shut down Japanese operations to reassess market strategy | View Rules |