Hokkoku Financial Holdings is collaborating with Soft Space to create a SoftPOS product that enables merchants to accept both contactless card payments and regulated stablecoin payments using just a smartphone or tablet.
The initial SoftPOS interface will support Tochika, Hokkoku Bank’s Japanese yen deposit-backed stablecoin. Consumers will be able to make fast and secure payments to participating merchants using Tochituka, a mobile app developed for this stablecoin.
Shuji Tsuemura, president of Hokkoku FHD, stated: “Hokkoku FHD has continuously focused on promoting cashless and digital payments to drive innovative productivity improvements across the Hokuriku region. We are delighted to collaborate with Soft Space to introduce an innovative touch-first payment service.”
Joel Tay, CEO of Soft Space, emphasized: “This is more than just a mobile payment tool — it’s a real-world example of how digital currency can be used by everyday merchants and consumers. With just a smartphone, businesses can now accept both traditional and next-generation payments in a simple and secure way.”
The service is set to launch in Autumn 2025, supporting major international card networks such as Visa and JCB, along with Tochika stablecoin payments.