North Pacific Bank
Japanhokuyobank.co.jp
Overview
North Pacific Bank (Hokuyo Bank) is a regional bank in Hokkaido, Japan, that also functions as an active investor in startups. It provides venture debt and makes equity investments through various funds it manages, such as the "North Pacific Innovation Fund", "Hokuyo SDGs Promotion Fund" series, and the "Hokuyo Life Science Support Fund". The bank's investment activities are a key part of its strategy to support new businesses and contribute to the regional economy. It also has a venture capital subsidiary, Hokuyo Capital Co., Ltd., which was established in 2013.
Portfolio Companies
11
Website
hokuyobank.co.jpInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| JPYC | Apr 2026 | Series B Extension | Co-investor |
| Innovative Space Carrier Inc. | Mar 2026 | VC Round | Co-investor |
| RapidX Co., Ltd. | Feb 2026 | VC Round | Co-investor |
| エゾウィン株式会社 | Jul 2025 | Debt | Co-investor |
| Hamposaki inc. | Jun 2025 | Seed | Co-investor |
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