Subsidy programs are run by Japanese municipalities, and their pages are in Japanese. Most require residency or registration in the town.
Relocation support grant (regional revitalization relocation support program)RelocationMax ¥1M
Nationwide・FY2026・Anytime (apply to destination municipality within 1 year of relocation)
¥1M per household (¥600K single) for moving from Tokyo's 23 wards to regional areas and finding employment, etc. Up to ¥1M added per child under 18
Conditions: Resided/commuted to Tokyo's 23 wards for 5+ years total within 10 years before relocation. Must work or telework in destination. Intent to live 5+ years required. Apply to destination municipality
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Kure City Migration Applicant Housing Acquisition Support ProjectRelocationMax ¥1.5M50%
Kure City, Hiroshima・FY2026
Used home purchase support for UIJ-turn migrants. Basic ¥500K, up to ¥1.5M (up to 1/2 purchase price)
Conditions: Migrants from outside city. Newlywed/child-rearing household bonus (up to ¥300K). Parent proximity bonus ¥100K
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Shobara City Settlement Promotion IncentiveRelocationMax ¥800K
Shobara City, Hiroshima・FY2026
Subsidizes housing acquisition/renovation for new residents. New construction ¥800K, used ¥400K, renovation ¥400K (with add-ons)
Conditions: Those moving in from outside the city to settle. Eligible expenses: new construction ¥800K+, used/renovation ¥400K+. Add-ons for households with children
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Subsidy terms change every fiscal year. Always confirm with the municipality before applying.