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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Kasai City Akiya Renovation SubsidyRenovationMax ¥500K75%
Kasai City, Hyogo・FY2026・Ongoing (applications accepted for FY2026)
Akiya renovation work. Residential type: 75% of cost (max ¥3M); renovation subsidy: 1/2 (max ¥500K)
Conditions: Built 20+ years ago, vacant 6+ months, privately owned, for permanent residence
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Kasai City Historic House Revitalization Support ProjectRenovation
Kasai City, Hyogo・FY2026
Renovation of historic houses as community hubs or rental housing. Kasai City tops up Hyogo Prefecture subsidy
Conditions: Renovation work over ¥5M; eligible for Hyogo Prefecture Historic House Revitalization Support
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Akiya Furniture & Belongings Removal SubsidyPurchase / clearingMax ¥100K100%
Kasai City, Hyogo・FY2026・Ongoing
Disposal of belongings and site cleanup for Akiya Bank properties. Full disposal cost covered (max ¥100K)
Conditions: Kasai City Akiya Bank registrants; sale not between relatives within 3rd degree; no unpaid municipal taxes
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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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Akiya Utilization Promotion Subsidy (Household Goods Removal/Disposal)Purchase / clearingMax ¥500K50%
Kami Town, Hyogo・FY2026・Accepted year-round (within budget)
Subsidizes removal/disposal costs of household goods from akiya. Up to ¥500K
Conditions: Akiya Bank registered properties, costs for removal and disposal eligible
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Akiya Utilization Promotion Subsidy (Akiya Renovation Work)RenovationMax ¥1M50%
Kami Town, Hyogo・FY2026・Accepted year-round (within budget)
Renovation work for akiya bank registered properties. ¥2M+ eligible, up to ¥1M subsidy
Conditions: Akiya Bank registration required, work by local contractors, cannot combine with other town subsidies
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Kami Town Housing Acquisition IncentivePurchase / clearingMax ¥500K
Kami Town, Hyogo・FY2026・Accepted year-round
Up to ¥500K (issued as gift certificates) for purchasing Akiya Bank registered property
Conditions: Housing acquisition and residence in Kami Town. Up to ¥500K for Akiya Bank registered properties
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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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Miki City Entrepreneur Support Project SubsidyBusinessMax ¥500K50%
Miki City, Hyogo・FY2026・FY2026 applications accepted (confirm details with City Commerce Promotion Division)
Supports office setup costs (rent/construction) and akiya renovation for individuals/corporations starting business in city
Conditions: For those planning to start business in city. No municipal tax arrears. Akiya for renovation must be 20+ years old and unused 6+ months
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Miki City Specified Vacant House Removal Subsidy ProgramDemolitionMax ¥1M50%
Miki City, Hyogo・FY2026・FY2026: Until March 15, 2027
Subsidizes demolition costs of deteriorated dangerous vacant houses: 1/2 of eligible expenses (max ¥1M)
Conditions: Applicable to vacant houses designated as specified vacant houses. Only demolition and removal work costs are eligible
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Ichikawa Town Pre-Seismic-Code Akiya Demolition Promotion SubsidyDemolitionMax ¥300K50%
Ichikawa Town, Hyogo・FY2026・April 1, 2026 – March 31, 2031
Demolition of pre-seismic-code akiya built before May 31, 1981. 1/2 subsidy (max ¥300K)
Conditions: Owner or landowner of pre-seismic-code akiya. No unpaid town taxes. Consent of all co-owners required
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Ichikawa Town Akiya Utilization Support ProjectRenovationMax ¥5M
Ichikawa Town, Hyogo・FY2026・FY2026: April 13 – December 25
Renovation costs to use detached akiya as residence, business premises, or community hub
Conditions: Must be vacant at application; built 20+ years ago; plumbing not updated 10+ years; seismic compliance; continuous use 10+ years
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Ichikawa Town Akiya Cleanout Support ProjectPurchase / clearingMax ¥100K50%
Ichikawa Town, Hyogo・FY2026・Ongoing applications (within budget)
Disposal costs for belongings in Akiya Bank properties. 1/2 of eligible expenses (max ¥100K)
Conditions: Property registered or to be registered with Akiya Bank. No unpaid town taxes. No prior subsidy received
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Ichikawa Town Deteriorated Hazardous Akiya Demolition Support ProjectDemolitionMax ¥333K50%
Ichikawa Town, Hyogo・FY2026・April 1, 2026 – March 31, 2031
Demolition costs for deteriorated hazardous akiya. 1/2 subsidy (max ¥333K)
Conditions: Detached house, majority residential use. Significant hazard to surrounding area. No rights other than ownership
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Taka Town Business Start-up Support GrantBusinessMax ¥300K67%
Taka Town, Hyogo・FY2026・From April 1, 2026
Subsidizes initial costs (including building costs) for those newly starting business in town
Conditions: Individual proprietors or corporations newly starting business with base of operations in town
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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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Tamba City Vacant House Utilization Promotion SubsidyRenovationMax ¥500K50%
Tanba City, Hyogo・FY2026・Until February 26, 2027
Subsidizes renovation costs for vacant houses contracted through Sumairu Bank. Both residential and business types eligible.
Conditions: For Sumairu Bank registered users. Must apply before renovation contract and start after approval. 5+ years of continued use required.
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Tamba City Capital Investment Support Subsidy (Store Construction and Renovation)BusinessMax ¥700K20%
Tanba City, Hyogo・FY2026・Accepted within budget (closes before deadline if budget reached)
Subsidizes new construction/renovation of stores, welfare facilities, etc. (¥300K+ excluding tax). Up to ¥700K for local transaction model.
Conditions: For SMEs within city. Local transaction model requires ordering from specialized contractors with head office/business location in city.
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FY2026 Deteriorated Hazardous Vacant House Demolition Support SubsidyDemolitionMax ¥1.6M80%
Tanba City, Hyogo・FY2026・100+ point rating: Until December 25, 2026
Subsidizes demolition costs for hazardous vacant houses designated as specified vacant houses. Up to ¥1.6M for 100+ point rating.
Conditions: For vacant houses designated as specified vacant houses by mayor. 4/5 of eligible costs for 100+ point rating.
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Minamiawaji City Home Acquisition SubsidyPurchase / clearingMax ¥2M
Minamiawaji City, Hyogo・FY2026・FY2025–FY2026 (until March 31, 2027)
Basic subsidy of ¥2M (new construction) or ¥1M (used) for new home construction or purchase
Conditions: Resided outside island 3+ years, then moved in within 5 years. Apply within 6 months of registration
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Minamiawaji City Settlement Promotion Vacant House Utilization Support SubsidyRenovationMax ¥1M33%
Minamiawaji City, Hyogo・FY2026・Accepted year-round (contact city for details)
Subsidizes renovation costs, household goods disposal, registration, and moving expenses for vacant house bank properties
Conditions: Must intend to reside for 3+ years. Projects of ¥300K+ eligible. No municipal tax arrears
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Private Rental Housing Development Promotion SubsidyOther
Minamiawaji City, Hyogo・FY2026・July 1 to December 25, 2026 (certification period)
Subsidy for businesses developing private rental housing through new construction or renovation
Conditions: 2+ units per building. Rental housing for city residents eligible. No municipal tax arrears
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FY2026 Entrepreneurship and Vacant Property Utilization Support SubsidyBusinessMax ¥2M50%
Minamiawaji City, Hyogo・FY2026・FY2026 application acceptance begins (contact city for details)
Subsidizes renovation costs, rent, advertising expenses, etc. for business startup. Within 2 years of establishment
Conditions: Starting a business in the city and planning to reside. If already started, within 2 years of start date
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Vacant House Utilization Support (Household Goods Cleanup)Purchase / clearingMax ¥100K100%
Toyooka City, Hyogo・Within budget limits; prior consultation required
Subsidizes vacant house cleaning and cleanup costs (cleaning: max ¥100K)
Conditions: Properties listed on 'Toberu Local Toyooka' are eligible
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Toyooka City Settlement Promotion Subsidy (Housing Renovation)RenovationMax ¥1M67%
Toyooka City, Hyogo・Confirmation required
Subsidy for renovation costs when purchasing or renting properties listed on 'Toberu Local Toyooka'
Conditions: For migrants moving to Toyooka City and renovating vacant house bank properties
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Subsidy terms change every fiscal year. Always confirm with the municipality before applying.