Subsidy programs are run by Japanese municipalities, and their pages are in Japanese. Most require residency or registration in the town.
Mirai Eco Housing 2026 Program (Renovation)RenovationMax ¥1M
Nationwide・FY2026・Applications accepted until December 31, 2026 (reservations until November 16; ends when budget limit reached)
Fixed subsidy for energy-saving renovations such as insulation upgrades. Up to ¥400K–¥1M per unit (depending on construction date and scope of work)
Conditions: In principle, houses built on or before December 31, 2016. Applications filed by registered contractors and rebated to owners. Cannot be combined with other subsidies using national funds
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Local 10,000 Project (Regional Economic Circulation Creation Grant)BusinessMax ¥30M
Nationwide・FY2026・From April 1, 2026 (apply via municipality, multiple reviews within fiscal year)
Public subsidy for initial investment in private businesses (facility construction/renovation, equipment, etc.). Cap ¥30M (up to ¥55M depending on loan amount)
Conditions: Requires regional financial institution loan (generally uncollateralized) equal to or exceeding subsidy. Land acquisition not eligible. Apply through municipality (municipality applies to MIC)
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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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Existing Housing Insulation Renovation Support ProjectRenovationMax ¥1.2M33%
Nationwide・FY2026
1/3 for insulation renovation of existing housing (total insulation or living room only). Detached: cap ¥1.2M; multi-unit: ¥150K per unit
Conditions: Homeowners, etc. Total insulation requires 15%+ heating/cooling energy reduction. FY2026–2028 project
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Decarbonization Renovation Acceleration Project for Commercial Buildings (Decarbonized Building Renovation)RenovationMax ¥1B
Nationwide・FY2026・June 4, 2026 – November 30, 2026
1/2–1/3 for renovation of existing commercial buildings (schools, hotels, etc.) with insulated windows, insulation, high-efficiency HVAC, LED, etc. Cap ¥1B
Conditions: Requires 30% (hotels, restaurants, etc.) or 40% (offices, schools, etc.) energy savings by use. Minimum ¥2M. Ends when budget exhausted
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Akiya Countermeasures Model Project (Hard Infrastructure)Renovation33%
Nationwide・FY2026・April 20, 2026 – May 20, 2026
Direct national subsidy for high-model akiya countermeasures by NPOs/private businesses. 1/3 of renovation costs, 2/5 of demolition costs
Conditions: Must be selected through MLIT proposal call (requires model nature in renovation/demolition technology, methods, construction processes, etc.). Project runs through FY2026
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Comprehensive vacant house countermeasures program / Vacant house revitalization promotion program (utilization)Renovation67%
Nationwide・FY2026・Set by each municipality
Subsidy for renovating vacant houses for community revitalization use of 10+ years: national 1/3, municipality 1/3 (owner bears 1/3)
Conditions: Apply via municipality (only municipalities with vacant house countermeasure plans that have established subsidy systems under this program). Actual rate and cap depend on municipal system
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Comprehensive Akiya Countermeasures Support Project / Akiya Regeneration Promotion Project (Demolition)Demolition80%
Nationwide・FY2026・Set by each municipality
Subsidizes demolition of akiya (where site is planned for community revitalization, etc.) at 2/5 national, 2/5 municipal (owner bears 1/5)
Conditions: Apply via municipality (only municipalities with vacant house countermeasure plans that have established subsidy systems under this program). Actual rate and cap depend on municipal system
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CO2 Reduction Renovation Support Project for AkiyaRenovationMax ¥10M33%
Nationwide・FY2026
1/3 for CO2 reduction through high-efficiency equipment when renovating akiya into commercial facilities. Cap ¥10M
Conditions: Local governments, private businesses, organizations, etc. Requires specified CO2 reduction and operational improvement measures
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ZEB and CO2 Reduction Promotion Acceleration Project for Buildings (ZEB Conversion of Existing Buildings)Renovation
Nationwide・FY2026
1/3–2/3 subsidy for ZEB conversion renovation of existing commercial buildings, based on floor area, use, and ZEB rank (cap ¥300M–¥500M)
Conditions: Private businesses: existing buildings <2,000㎡, must achieve ZEB or Nearly ZEB. Schools, hotels, etc. (non-office): 2/3 or 1/2
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Pre-school Education and Childcare Facility Development Grant (Nursery School, etc. Development)Renovation75%
Nationwide・FY2026・Set by each municipality
Subsidy for new construction, repair, renovation, etc. of private nursery schools and certified centers for early childhood education and care. National 1/2, municipality 1/4 (operator bears 1/4)
Conditions: Applications via municipality (based on municipal development plan). Operators: social welfare corporations, school corporations, or those approved by municipality. Increased to 2/3 national for waiting list and depopulation countermeasures
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Housing and Building Seismic Retrofit Program (Residential Seismic Retrofit)SeismicMax ¥1.1M
Nationwide・FY2026・Set by each municipality
Fixed national and local subsidy for residential seismic retrofits. Up to ¥1.15M (¥1.4M in heavy snowfall areas, ¥1.75M in densely built-up districts, etc.)
Conditions: Applications via municipality (indirect subsidy when local government has a subsidy program). Seismic diagnosis: 2/3 from national and local sources
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Housing and Building Seismic Retrofit Program (Private Building Seismic Retrofit)Seismic23%
Nationwide・FY2026・Set by each municipality
23% national and local subsidy for seismic retrofits of buildings used by many people (department stores, etc. ≥1,000㎡). 2/3 for disaster prevention sites such as evacuation shelters
Conditions: Applications via municipality (indirect subsidy when local government has a subsidy program). Energy-saving renovations combined with seismic retrofits also receive 23%
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Small Business Continuity Subsidy (General Type, Standard Category)BusinessMax ¥500K67%
Nationwide・FY2026・November 5, 2026 – December 15, 2026 (Round 20)
2/3 for sales channel development (including store renovation) for small businesses, cap ¥500K. Invoice special provision +¥500K, wage increase special provision +¥1.5M
Conditions: Small businesses (commerce/services ≤5 employees, lodging/entertainment/manufacturing ≤20). Requires support plan from Chamber of Commerce. Real estate acquisition not eligible
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New Business Expansion, Manufacturing and Commercial Services Subsidy (New Business Expansion Category)BusinessMax ¥70M50%
Nationwide・FY2026・September 30, 2026 – October 30, 2026 (Round 1)
1/2 for building costs, machinery, etc. for new business expansion. Cap ¥25M–¥70M by employee count (up to ¥90M with wage increase special provision)
Conditions: SMEs, etc. Plan must achieve annual average 4.0%+ added value, 3.5%+ wage increase (repayment if unmet). 2/3 rate with minimum wage increase special provision
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Advanced Window Renovation 2026 ProgramRenovationMax ¥1M
Nationwide・FY2026・Applications accepted until December 31, 2026 (reservations until November 16; ends when budget limit reached)
Fixed subsidy for insulated window upgrades including interior windows, exterior window replacement, and glass replacement. Up to ¥1M per residential unit; up to ¥10M per non-residential building
Conditions: Work must use registered products. Applications filed by registered contractors (window renovation contractors). Non-residential: up to ¥1M for floor area ≤240㎡; up to ¥10M for >240㎡
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SME Growth Acceleration SubsidyBusinessMax ¥500M50%
Nationwide・FY2026・September 29, 2026 – November 12, 2026 (3rd call)
1/2 for large-scale investment (building costs, machinery, etc.) by SMEs aiming for ¥10B revenue. Cap ¥500M
Conditions: Revenue ¥1B–¥10B, investment ¥100M+, public "¥10B Declaration" required. Land cost and demolition not eligible
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Agricultural, Mountain and Fishing Village Promotion Grant (Farm Stay Type - Facility Development)RenovationMax ¥25M50%
Nationwide・FY2026・January 23, 2026 – February 12, 2026 (additional call: June 15, 2026 – July 2, 2026)
1/2 of costs to renovate old farmhouses, closed schools, etc. into lodging/stay facilities. Cap ¥25M (up to ¥50M for idle facility renovation)
Conditions: Implemented by regional councils/core organizations (private companies possible; council organization required). Must provide lodging, dining, and experiences. Municipal idle assets: cap ¥75M
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Comprehensive Childcare Support Program Subsidy (Support for Renovation Costs of Nursery Schools, etc. in Rental Properties)RenovationMax ¥73.2M75%
Nationwide・FY2026・Set by each municipality
Subsidy for renovation costs to open or expand capacity of nursery schools, etc. in rental properties. Standard amount per facility: ¥19.97M–¥73.22M depending on capacity
Conditions: Applications via municipality (implementing body: municipality). National 1/2, municipality 1/4 (operator bears 1/4). Fixed-term lease properties ineligible
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Settlement Promotion SubsidyPurchase / clearingMax ¥100K
Ichikikushikino City, Kagoshima・FY2025・Within 1 year of housing acquisition or occupancy
¥100K base for housing acquisition. +¥200K each for new resident/young household/per child (up to ¥1.5M for private land)
Conditions: Used: residential area 50㎡+, purchase price ¥2M+ (excluding land). Join community center, reside 5+ years, apply within 1 year of acquisition/occupancy
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Satsuma Town Migration and Settlement Promotion SubsidyPurchase / clearingMax ¥1M30%
Satsuma Town, Kagoshima・FY2026
Up to 30% of home purchase cost (moving from outside, 15+ years old: max ¥1M). Akiya remodel and child-rearing bonuses available
Conditions: Move in/relocate April 2026–March 2029, acquire housing, join neighborhood association, register. Renovation bonus: construction costs ¥500K+
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Lodging Business Facility Development SubsidyBusinessMax ¥2M30%
Satsuma Town, Kagoshima
Subsidizes 30% of construction/expansion/renovation costs for lodging businesses (actual or planned), up to ¥2M
Conditions: Municipal taxes paid in full, pre-application construction ineligible, consult Satsuma PR Division 6+ months before implementation, national/prefectural subsidized expenses excluded
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Akune City Akiya/Vacant Shop Renovation Project SubsidyRenovationMax ¥2M
Akune City, Kagoshima・FY2026
For business operators renovating akiya/vacant shops into business premises. Renovation cost subsidy
Conditions: City resident with eligible expenses of ¥3M+. Submit preliminary consultation form within 1 year of moving in
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Akune City Akiya Bank Usage Promotion SubsidyRenovationMax ¥500K20%
Akune City, Kagoshima・FY2026
Akiya Bank property renovation (¥500K+). Up to ¥500K for migration/child-rearing households
Conditions: Akiya Bank registered property. No overdue city taxes. Owner and user outside 3rd degree of kinship
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Startup Support SubsidyBusinessMax ¥2M67%
Akune City, Kagoshima・FY2026
For individuals/corporations starting businesses in city. Max ¥2M for company establishment, ¥1.5M for individual opening
Conditions: Individuals/corporations establishing business premises in Akune City to start business. Chamber of Commerce support seminar attendance required
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Regional Migration and Settlement Promotion SubsidyRenovationMax ¥500K50%
Satsumasendai City, Kagoshima・FY2025
50% subsidy for akiya renovation/remodeling and household goods disposal (max ¥500K)
Conditions: Target areas: Koshikijima, Hiwaki, Togo, Iriki, Kedoin, etc. Work cost ¥500K+. Use as rental housing for migrants 3+ years after completion
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Attractive Commercial Facility Location Support SubsidyBusinessMax ¥30M10%
Satsumasendai City, Kagoshima
1/10 of building/equipment costs for commercial facilities (max ¥30M–¥100M), 1/2 tenant rent, new employment subsidies
Conditions: New hires within 1 year of operation: 5+ local HQ, 10+ external HQ. Apply before construction; screening required
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Akiya Renovation Project Subsidy (Akiya Bank Program)RenovationMax ¥500K50%
Ibusuki City, Kagoshima・Within 1 year of contract (2 years for migrants/relocators)
1/2 of akiya bank property renovation costs (up to ¥500K). Also full subsidy: household goods disposal ¥100K, cleaning ¥30K, DIY materials ¥100K
Conditions: Property 10+ years old with sale/lease contract through akiya bank. Migrants intend to reside 5+ years. Pre-consultation after contract
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Settlement Promotion GrantPurchase / clearingMax ¥300K50%
Ibusuki City, Kagoshima・FY2026・April 1, 2026–March 31, 2029
Up to ¥300K for households purchasing housing after moving in (¥150K ages 51–65, up to 1/2 contract price). New construction up to ¥1M
Conditions: Move in for settlement, floor area 50㎡+, age ≤65 at move-in, join neighborhood association. Apply within 3 years of move-in and 1 year of acquisition
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Kanoya City Compact City Promotion Housing Acquisition SupportPurchase / clearingMax ¥300K
Kanoya City, Kagoshima・FY2026・April 1, Reiwa 8–March 19, Reiwa 9 (2026–2027) (first-come)
¥300K for used home purchase in residential promotion zone. Bonuses for migration ¥300K, akiya bank ¥100K, etc. (total max ¥1M)
Conditions: Own residence, apply within 1 year of acquisition, reside 5+ years. Pre-May 1981 homes require seismic confirmation
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Kanoya City Akiya Bank Registered Property Renovation SubsidyRenovationMax ¥500K50%
Kanoya City, Kagoshima・FY2025
50% of renovation work costs for akiya bank properties (local contractor max ¥500K, renter DIY max ¥300K)
Conditions: Bank-registered property with rental contract to out-of-city migrant. Renter intends to reside 3+ years, join neighborhood association
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Akiya Renovation Cost SubsidyRenovationMax ¥3.3M67%
Nagashima Town, Kagoshima・FY2026・Round 1: until July 24, Reiwa 8 (2026); Round 2: until September 28, Reiwa 8
2/3 subsidy for renovation work converting akiya to residence/shop/office and household goods disposal (max ¥3.33M)
Conditions: Akiya owner/buyer/renter (age 20+). Local contractor, reside or continue business 5+ years, complete within fiscal year
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Furniture Disposal SubsidyPurchase / clearingMax ¥100K
Minamisatsuma City, Kagoshima・FY2026
Partial subsidy for furniture disposal costs at Akiya Bank properties. Max ¥100K.
Conditions: Targets Minamisatsuma City Akiya Bank registered properties. For owners or residents.
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Minamisatsuma City Migration Support GrantRelocationMax ¥1M
Minamisatsuma City, Kagoshima・FY2026
For those relocating from Tokyo metropolitan area for employment/entrepreneurship. ¥1M for households of 2+, ¥600K for singles (child supplement available)
Conditions: Resided/commuted to Tokyo 23 wards for cumulative 5+ years out of 10 years before migration. Resided/commuted to Tokyo 23 wards for 1+ year immediately before migration. Employment/entrepreneurship implemented.
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Minamisatsuma City Vacant Shop Utilization Project SubsidyBusinessMax ¥500K50%
Minamisatsuma City, Kagoshima・FY2026・Apply 10 days before construction starts (acceptance period: April 1 - March 31)
Vacant shop renovation or rent. Renovation ¥500K, rent ¥30K/month × 12 months.
Conditions: Business operators newly operating commercial activities using vacant shops. Able to continue business for 1+ year. No overdue city taxes.
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Akiya Renovation/Household Goods Disposal Subsidy (Settlement Promotion Housing Acquisition Subsidy)RenovationMax ¥1M67%
Minamiosumi Town, Kagoshima・FY2025
Up to 2/3 of akiya renovation/household goods disposal costs (up to ¥1M). DIY materials (¥50K+): 2/3, up to ¥300K
Conditions: Individuals with confirmed akiya rental prospects eligible
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Settlement Promotion Housing Acquisition SubsidyPurchase / clearingMax ¥1M10%
Minamiosumi Town, Kagoshima・FY2025
Up to 10% of used home purchase cost including land (up to ¥1M). Bonuses for area/children/migrants under 40
Conditions: Town residents or those moving in with certain 10+ year residence
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Migrant Housing Security Support SubsidyPurchase / clearingMax ¥500K
Makurazaki City, Kagoshima・FY2026
¥500K for migrants' used home acquisition (up to ¥700K with renovation). Renovation only: 1/2, up to ¥200K
Conditions: Age <60 at move-in, apply within 5 years of move-in, purchase price ¥2M+ (excluding land), join community center, renovation by city contractor
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Akiya Bank Utilization Promotion SubsidyOtherMax ¥100K50%
Makurazaki City, Kagoshima
Subsidizes 1/2 of household goods disposal costs for akiya bank properties (up to ¥100K)
Conditions: Owner (2+ years bank registration) or occupant within 6 months of contract. Licensed contractors only. Pre-approval disposal ineligible
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Subsidy terms change every fiscal year. Always confirm with the municipality before applying.