The Hokkaido Association of North America (HANA) is dedicated to breed preservation of the Hokkaido Ken. Founded January 2011. Official Facebook page for the Hokkaido Association of North America (HANA), a 501c3 nonprofit. The mission of the Hokkaido Association of North America is to promote the conservation and development of the Hokkaido dog breed in the United States, Canada, and other parts of North America and promote educational, charitable, and social support for the breed and owners. Through education and guidance HANA shall encourage the proper breeding, raising, and care of Hokkaido dogs and protect the welfare of the breed for future generations.