Subsidy programs are run by Japanese municipalities, and their pages are in Japanese. Most require residency or registration in the town.
Young Couple/Child-Rearing Household Housing Acquisition IncentivePurchase / clearingMax ¥200K
Kaizu City, Gifu・FY2026・May 1, 2026 to March 10, 2027
Fixed incentive for young couples/child-rearing households. Used housing ¥200K, new construction ¥500K, renovation (¥1M+) ¥100K
Conditions: Both spouses age 39 or under at application (exceptions for child-rearing households). Intent to reside 3+ years. Acquisition/renovation between March 1, 2026 and February 28, 2027
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Migration/Settlement Promotion Housing Support Business Subsidy (Used Housing)Purchase / clearingMax ¥500K50%
Shirakawa Town, Gifu・FY2025・Anytime (within budget)
1/2 of migrant's used housing purchase/renovation/household disposal costs, max ¥500K. Add ¥450K for simple waterworks connection, ¥100K per child
Conditions: Property matched through Migration Exchange Support Center registration. Renovation by local contractors in principle. Install (or plan to) combined treatment septic tank. Apply before starting work
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Subsidy terms change every fiscal year. Always confirm with the municipality before applying.