How to buy bitcoin in Japan Step by Step video tutorial

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Top 9 crypto exchanges to buy and sell bitcoin in Japan

Here are the top crypto exchanges in JP, handpicked and updated by buybitcoinsmart.

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Binance

Founded in 2017.

Binance is available in Japan

Binance is one of the biggest and most innovative crypto exchanges.

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Cex.io

Founded in 2013.

Cex.io is available in Japan

Cex.io is a time-tested British exchange with over 3 million users.

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Coinmama

Founded in 2013.

Coinmama is available in Japan

Coinmama is the perfect choice to buy bitcoin with Credit & Debit Card, GG Pay, Apple Pay and Bank Transfer.

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Kraken

Founded in 2011.

Kraken is available in Japan

Kraken is one of the largest and oldest crypto exchanges in the world.

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Paxful

Founded in 2015.

Paxful is available in Japan

Paxful is a peer-to-peer marketplace for buying and selling bitcoin.

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LocalBitcoins

Founded in 2012.

LocalBitcoins is available in Japan

LocalBitcoins is a peer-to-peer marketplace for buying and selling bitcoin.

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OKCoin

Founded in 2013.

OKCoin is available in Japan

OKCoin is the perfect exchange for an experienced trader.

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Bittrex

Founded in 2014.

Bittrex is available in Japan

Bittrex is a US regulated crypto exchange with high focus on security.

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Bitstamp

Founded in 2011.

Bitstamp is available in Japan

Bitstamp is a crypto exchange focused on reliability and safety.

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How to buy bitcoin in Japan

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Follow these 3 steps to buy bitcoin safely in Japan.

Step 1

Choose the exchange

Browse through our list of top 9 crypto exchanges in Japan

Step 2

Register + KYC

Register on the exchange and go through the Know Your Customer process to purchase crypto in Japan

Step 3

Deposit fiat & buy bitcoin

Buy bitcoin with credit/debit card in Japan if you need it quick, or fund your exchange account with fiat and purchase BTC after arrival of funds. Buying crypto with debit and credit cards usually results in higher fees.

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