Founded in 1943, The Hokkoku Bank, Ltd. is a major regional financial institution headquartered in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan. It was established through the merger of three local banks and has since grown to become a cornerstone of the regional economy. The bank's mission is to contribute to the sustainable development of the local community by providing a wide array of financial services, including deposits, loans, domestic and foreign exchange, securities, and insurance. In recent years, it has actively pursued digital transformation to enhance customer convenience and support the growth of local businesses. Since October 2021, it operates under the umbrella of its holding company, Hokkoku Financial Holdings, Inc.