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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FY2026 Kasai City Newlywed Life Support ProgramRelocationMax ¥600K
Kasai City, Hyogo・FY2026・Marriage registration period: January 1, 2026 – March 31, 2027
Deposit, key money, moving costs, home renovation for newlyweds. Max ¥600K (for couples aged 29 or under)
Conditions: Married January 1, 2026 – March 31, 2027; household income under ¥5M; participation in town consultation/support program
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Tokai-naka Miki New Life Support ProjectRelocationMax ¥1M
Miki City, Hyogo・FY2026・April 1 to March 31 of the following year
Supports housing purchase/rental, moving, and renovation costs for newlywed/migrant households
Conditions: Newlywed households age 39 or under, or migrant households. Household income under ¥5M (single parents under ¥2.5M). Pledge to reside in city 2+ years
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Tamba City Trial Residency Support SubsidyRelocation
Tanba City, Hyogo・FY2026・Once per fiscal year. Check official page for application deadline
Subsidizes part of accommodation and transportation costs for those considering moving to Tamba City. Sumairu Bank registration required.
Conditions: For those residing outside Tamba City and considering relocation. Sumairu Bank registration and relocation consultation required before visit.
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Subsidy terms change every fiscal year. Always confirm with the municipality before applying.