According to BlockBeats, on October 1, Japan's new Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said in an official policy document that blockchain and NFTs can help promote regional economic development. Ishiba pointed out that through blockchain technology and NFTs, the value of local products such as food and tourism experiences can be maximized.

At the same time, Sota, CEO of Web3 infrastructure company Startale Labs, revealed that Masaaki Taira, former chairman of the Japanese government's Web3 project, may serve as digital minister. This appointment may further promote Japan's development in the field of blockchain and Web3.