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Matsui Securities
Founded in 1931 and headquartered in Tokyo, Matsui Securities began as a traditional brokerage before making the deliberate choice to close all physical...
Matsui Securities
Founded in 1931 and headquartered in Tokyo, Matsui Securities began as a traditional brokerage before making the deliberate choice to close all physical branches and move exclusively online in May 2000 — two decades before branchless retail trading became an industry norm. The firm's product architecture spans five core asset classes: Japanese equities, US equities, investment trusts, FX, and futures/options. US equity coverage surpassed 5,000 listed securities in 2025 (per the firm's website, 2025). Its equity business rests on a tiered commission structure that waives fees entirely on daily Japanese stock trades below ¥500,000. In listed derivatives, the firm acts as an underwriter for IPOs — 55 new listings handled in 2024 — alongside offering credit trading and securities lending. Geographic reach remains Japan-centric, though US equity access extends client exposure into North American markets. Matsui Securities is a public company listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. It operates subsidiary Matsui Bank for deposit and settlement functions, creating an integrated custody-to-trading loop within a single group. The 2024 IPO pipeline of 55 listings marks a direct operational event that signals expansion in primary-market distribution capacity. Adjacent offerings include iDeCo and NISA tax-advantaged accounts, a points-based loyalty program with redemption into Amazon gift cards, and credit-card-based investment trust accumulation. As a publicly traded online brokerage rather than a captive family vehicle, Matsui's structural differentiator lies in its asset-light, branch-free cost base paired with banking-subsidiary settlement infrastructure — a combination that distances it from both full-service Japanese brokers and commission-dependent fintech entrants.
General information
Firm type
Bank / Wealth / Trust
Year founded
1931
AUM
Undisclosed
Location
Region
Asia
Country
Japan
City
Tokyo
Corporate office
Tokyo, Japan
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
What is Matsui Securities' ownership and governance structure?
Matsui Securities Co., Ltd. is a publicly traded company listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. Its governance follows Japanese corporate law with a board of directors overseeing a management team. The firm also operates a wholly owned banking subsidiary, Matsui Bank, which handles deposit and settlement functions.
Where does Matsui Securities' operating revenue come from?
The firm generates revenue through equity brokerage commissions on larger trades, FX spreads, investment trust management fees, and underwriting fees from its IPO business. Daily Japanese stock trades below ¥500,000 carry zero commission, shifting the revenue mix toward larger transactions and fee-based products.
What differentiates Matsui Securities from other Japanese online brokers?
Matsui was the first Japanese securities firm to close all physical branches and operate exclusively online, doing so in May 2000. It also runs an in-house banking subsidiary, Matsui Bank, which integrates settlement and custody without relying on external banking partners.
What asset classes can clients access through Matsui Securities?
Clients can trade Japanese equities, US equities (over 5,000 listed names), investment trusts, FX, and futures/options. The firm also provides NISA and iDeCo tax-advantaged accounts, IPO participation, securities lending, and credit trading.
Does Matsui Securities offer investment advisory or discretionary management?
Matsui provides self-directed brokerage services and digital tools including a robo-advisor for investment trust selection and portfolio simulation. There is no indication on the firm's website of a discretionary wealth management or advisory service for clients.
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