Subsidy programs are run by Japanese municipalities, and their pages are in Japanese. Most require residency or registration in the town.
Akiya Bank Registration Support SubsidyPurchase / clearingMax ¥50K50%
Izumo City, Shimane・FY2026
Subsidizes costs for disposal of belongings, house cleaning, property registration, and site survey for akiya
Conditions: Owners of detached akiya in city, with listing on Izumo Akiya Bank for 2+ years continuously required
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Tsuwano Town Akiya Utilization GrantPurchase / clearingMax ¥100K100%
Tsuwano Town, Shimane・FY2026
Full subsidy for disposal of remaining household goods in Akiya Information Bank registered properties (max ¥100K)
Conditions: Properties registered with the Akiya Information Bank. Targeted at property owners.
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Subsidy terms change every fiscal year. Always confirm with the municipality before applying.