- LibWork plans to invest $3.4M in Bitcoin as part of a broader anti-inflation treasury strategy.
- The company issues NFTs for 3D-printed home designs to protect digital blueprints and ownership.
Japanese construction company LibWork Co. has approved a plan to buy ¥500 million ($3.4 million) worth of Bitcoin. The company stated that the move is part of a strategy to guard against rising inflation and reduce reliance on traditional cash holdings.
According to its board meeting on August 19, LibWork will make the purchases over several months, from September to December 2025. The firm said it would use a trusted exchange and implement a phased approach to minimize risk.
Management noted that Bitcoin was viewed as “digital gold” and a long-term store of value, especially as inflation continues to affect financial stability.
Blockchain Strategy Expands with NFTs
LibWork has also entered the blockchain space through a new NFT-based housing project. The company is developing 3D-printed homes, with each architectural design issued as an NFT. These tokens store ownership information, including the home’s ID and history, on the blockchain.
In a company statement, LibWork said this would help “protect the rights to these design files and manage their licenses.” It also stated that NFTs would help prevent unauthorized use of digital blueprints. This initiative is expected to support the company’s plan to merge traditional construction with new digital tools.
In addition, LibWork joins a growing list of Japanese firms adding Bitcoin to their balance sheets. According to K33 Research, the number of public companies globally holding Bitcoin has nearly doubled in 2025. Eight of those firms are based in Japan.
Despite corporate interest, retail participation remains limited. A survey by the Cornell Bitcoin Club, cited by DocumentingBTC, found that 88% of Japanese residents have never owned Bitcoin. This contrast shows a divide between institutional adoption and individual investment behavior in Japan.
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Hybrid Model Gains Industry Attention
LibWork’s decision is part of a broader shift toward digital asset integration in traditional industries. The company’s hybrid model combines construction, Bitcoin reserves, and NFTs.
The firm added that its future plans may involve expanding the model to international markets. “Creating NFTs for 3D printed houses” could help develop new global housing systems and improve distribution, the company said.
Japanese regulators are currently reviewing how corporate crypto holdings should be treated under securities law. The outcome may shape how companies like LibWork move forward.
Meanwhile, Bitcoin price traded around $115,000 at press time, indicating minor decline in the past 24 hours and 3% dip in the past 7 days.
