The notice covers branches in resident pre-evacuation zones that would suspend operations if a temporary information alert for a massive Nankai Trough earthquake is issued.
Japanese financial institutions have published a list of branches and other outlets expected to close in areas designated for resident pre-evacuation if a "Nankai Trough Earthquake Temporary Information (Major Earthquake Warning)" is announced. The disclosure is intended to help people who use financial institutions prepare in advance for a potential Nankai Trough earthquake. The notice directs readers to a detailed list of planned closures.