Subsidy programs are run by Japanese municipalities, and their pages are in Japanese. Most require residency or registration in the town.
Grant for Household Goods Disposal for Akiya UtilizationOtherMax ¥100K50%
Joetsu City, Niigata・FY2026・Ongoing (ends when budget reached)
1/2 of household goods removal/disposal costs (¥50K+) for akiya registered (or to be registered) on Akiya Bank, up to ¥100K
Conditions: For sellers before sales contract or relocators from outside prefecture (planned). Contractor with head office in city must handle disposal. Apply before contract
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Subsidy terms change every fiscal year. Always confirm with the municipality before applying.