FSA — Australia
ヒロセ通商株式会社
Regulated · No. 近畿財務局長（金商）第41号
Hirose-fx Review — Overview
Regulation
Tier-1 regulated
Licence
FSA · No. 近畿財務局長（金商）第41号
Licence status
Regulated
Platforms
LION FX, LION CFD
Max. leverage
1:20
Instruments
Forex, CFDs on stock index, ETFs, and commodities
Typical spread
0.3 pips
Operating
Est. 2004
Main market
JP
Entity
ヒロセ通商株式会社
Website
Unknown
Hirose-fx is a forex & CFD broker based in Japan, established in 2004. On Trust Broker Hub it holds a Trust Score of 5.8 out of 10, which we rate as Fair — above the industry average of 3.3/10. Mixed profile — check regulation and conditions before depositing.
Crucially, Hirose-fx is regulated by FSA, including at least one tier-1 regulator. Tier-1 regulation is the strongest sign of legitimacy: it normally requires segregated client funds, regular audits and access to a compensation scheme if the broker fails — meaningful protection for your money.
Hirose-fx provides access to Forex, CFDs on stock index, ETFs, and commodities. Published conditions include leverage up to 1:20. No complaints are currently on record. Overall, Hirose-fx has a mixed profile: check its regulation and conditions carefully before depositing.
Trust score breakdown
How is this calculated?Trust Score history
Hirose-fx currently scores 5.8/10. The trend line will build here as the Trust Score is re-evaluated over time.
Pros
- Regulated by a tier-1 authority
- No unresolved complaints on record
- Listed in our verified broker directory
Cons
- Always verify the licence directly before depositing
Regulation
Tier 1 · Top
Verified
Offshore (tier-3) regulators typically have lower capital requirements and no compensation scheme. Funds may not be protected if the broker fails.
Trading conditions
| Instruments | Forex, CFDs on stock index, ETFs, and commodities |
| Minimum deposit | $0 |
| Maximum leverage | 1:20 |
| Typical spread | 0.3 pips |
| Platforms | LION FX, LION CFD |
| Demo account | ✅ |
We mark unverified fields as “Not disclosed” rather than estimate them.
Our verdict on Hirose-fx
Our analysis · editorial
5.8/10
A mixed risk profile
Hirose-fx holds a tier-1 regulatory licence (FSA). Based in Japan, it has been operating for about 22 years. We have no complaints on record against it. Weighing regulation, track record and complaint history, our Trust Score is 5.8/10 — a mixed profile.
Strengths
- Authorised by a tier-1 regulator (FSA)
- Long 22-year operating track record
- No complaints on record with us
- Supports LION FX & LION CFD trading
Watch-outs
- Always confirm the licensed entity covers traders in your country
Bottom line: Proceed with caution: start with a small deposit and test a withdrawal early.
This is Trust Broker Hub's data-driven editorial assessment — not a user review. It is generated automatically from regulation, licensing, company age and complaint records, and updates as those change.
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Complaints & alerts
No complaints or regulator warnings on record
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Full specifications
Regulated region
Japan
Operating period
15-20 years
Main market
JP
Licensed entity
ヒロセ通商株式会社
License status
Regulated
Instruments
Forex, CFDs on stock index, ETFs, and commodities
Year founded
2004
Frequently asked
Is Hirose-fx a safe broker?
Hirose-fx scores 5.8 / 10 on our Trust Score, above the 3.3 industry average. It holds tier-1 regulation, which offers strong investor protection. It has no complaints on record. Trade only with funds you can afford to lose.
How is the Hirose-fx trust score calculated?
The score weighs five factors: regulation tier, transparency of disclosures, operating footprint, user sentiment, and complaint history. Each is scored out of 10 and combined into the overall figure shown at the top. Read our methodology.
What does "offshore regulated" mean?
It means the broker's licence comes from a jurisdiction with lighter requirements than tier-1 regulators like the FCA or ASIC. There's usually no compensation scheme, so recovering funds can be difficult if the broker fails.
Can I withdraw funds easily from Hirose-fx?
Hirose-fx publishes some trading terms, but always confirm withdrawal fees directly. Test with a small amount first and document every transaction.