Japanese blockchain developer HashPort announced on Jan. 28 the launch of a fee-free stablecoin payment service, allowing both merchants and consumers to transact without processing charges.
HashPort、1月28日より手数料ゼロの企業向けステーブルコイン決済サービス「HashPort Wallet for Biz」の提供を開始予定 https://t.co/OjQ5D3jMNN @PRTIMES_JPより
— 【公式】HashPort｜HashPort Wallet (@hashport_io) January 28, 2026
The new system uses QR-code payments via smartphones and tablets. Shoppers scan a merchant’s QR code with the HashPort Wallet app and send stablecoins equal to the purchase amount. Merchants can onboard simply by downloading the app and registering an account, and no setup costs and no transaction fees are required.
The service currently supports multiple blockchain networks, including Ethereum, Polygon, Aptos, and Base, and enables payments using popular stablecoins such as USDC (USD-pegged) and JPYC (JPY-pegged).
Built on Expo 2025 Infrastructure
HashPort’s rollout builds on its experience as the developer of the official digital wallet for the Osaka–Kansai Expo 2025. During the event, the wallet processed more than 5.9 million transactions and recorded approximately 1.15 million downloads.
In October 2025, the Expo wallet was rebranded as HashPort Wallet, forming the foundation of today’s commercial payment platform.
Traditional cashless systems typically charge merchants 2%–5% per transaction, a significant burden for small and mid-sized businesses. HashPort aims to eliminate this friction by leveraging blockchain rails, positioning its platform as a cost-effective alternative to conventional payment providers.
Compatibility with major chains like Ethereum is a key pillar of the company’s strategy, ensuring broad accessibility for global users.
Targeting Inbound Tourism With Stablecoins
HashPort is initially focusing on international tourists visiting Japan who already hold stablecoins. The global stablecoin market has grown to approximately $300 billion, with USD-backed tokens seeing particularly strong adoption worldwide.
By enabling stablecoin payments at restaurants and retail stores, HashPort hopes to reduce the need for foreign exchange and improve convenience for travelers. Domestically, adoption of JPYC, Japan’s yen-pegged stablecoin, is also gaining momentum.
The company has been strengthening its position within Japan’s payment ecosystem. In late 2025, HashPort entered a strategic partnership with KDDI, integrating its wallet with the Ponta loyalty points system. It also collaborated with fintech firm Nudge in November 2025 to launch Japan’s first stablecoin-linked credit card, the HashPort Card.
Looking ahead, HashPort plans to introduce automatic wallet balance deductions in early 2026, further simplifying everyday payments.
By abstracting away blockchain complexity, the company aims to make digital currency payments accessible to mainstream users—highlighting how next-generation Web3 wallets could play a pivotal role in mass adoption.
