Subsidy programs are run by Japanese municipalities, and their pages are in Japanese. Most require residency or registration in the town.
Shinhidaka Town Vacant House Residence Subsidy ProgramPurchase / clearingMax ¥200K
Shinhidaka Town, Hokkaido・FY2026・Apply within 60 days of payment date
Subsidizes purchase, remodeling, and household goods disposal of vacant house bank properties. Purchase: max ¥100K, renovation: max ¥150K, disposal: max ¥50K
Conditions: Must purchase a vacant house registered in vacant house bank and reside in it. No town tax arrears
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Housing Construction Promotion Project (Purchase of Used Housing)Purchase / clearingMax ¥1.5M10%
Minamifurano Town, Hokkaido・FY2026
10% of used housing purchase cost (max ¥1.5M). Post-purchase renovation 1/2 (max ¥500K), ¥200K allowance for moving from outside town etc.
Conditions: For owner-occupied housing with floor area 66㎡+, residence 3+ years. Obtain certification before project start
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Subsidy terms change every fiscal year. Always confirm with the municipality before applying.