Bank of The RyukyusLtd is a banking and financial services group operating primarily in the Okinawa Prefecture. It was founded during the post-World War II era by ordinance of the U.S. military government for purposes of restoring financial order and stabilizing the currency given the region's importance. At present, it continues its regional strategic-orientation and provides a host of financial services to consumers and small to medium-size businesses in tourism-dependent Okinawa. These include general leasing, housing loans, debt guaranty, insurance, cash inspection and dispensing, credit cards and financing, clerical services, and surveys and research.