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Find Non-Repayable
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Discover government subsidies and grants for your business in Japan. Filter by purpose, region, and eligibility from our database of 3,113 programs.

1,701 programs accepting applications
3,113 programs listed
Guide for Foreign ResidentsView Open Programs

SubsidyDB helps foreign residents and business owners in Japan find non-repayable government funding. We bridge the language gap by providing English access to thousands of subsidy programs across all prefectures and categories.

How to Find Funding

✅Open Programs1,701⏰Deadline Soon< 30 days📂By Category13 types🗾By Region47 prefectures

Browse by Category

Equipment & Capital Investment1,573 programsChildcare & Welfare714 programsAgriculture, Forestry & Fisheries710 programsIT & Digital Transformation648 programsResearch & Development563 programsEnergy Efficiency & Environment529 programsTourism & Regional Development521 programsSales & Market Expansion492 programsDisaster Recovery413 programsHuman Resources & Training343 programsEmployment & Labor329 programsStartup & Entrepreneurship130 programsHousing & Renovation114 programs

Browse by Eligibility

For Corporations

Grants for registered businesses (KK, GK, etc.) in Japan

For Sole Proprietors

Grants for freelancers and individual business owners

For Startups

Special programs for new businesses and entrepreneurs

Browse by Region

🇯🇵Nationwide (All of Japan)
2,537 programs
Tokyo2,729Fukushima2,565Fukui2,563Aichi2,560Hokkaido2,559Ishikawa2,558Fukuoka2,555Hyogo2,553Kumamoto2,553Iwate2,552Yamagata2,550Gifu2,549
Note: Program names and descriptions below are displayed in Japanese as they appear in official government documents. Click any program to view full details including translated labels for amounts, eligibility, and deadlines. Use your browser's built-in translation feature for full text translation.

Open Subsidies

1,701 programs

IT導入補助金2026

Open

中小企業・小規模事業者のITツール導入を支援する補助金

最大450万円Nationwide

ものづくり・商業・サービス生産性向上促進補助金

Open

革新的な製品・サービスの開発や生産プロセスの改善を支援

最大1,250万円Nationwide

事業再構築補助金

Open

新分野展開や業態転換等の事業再構築を支援

最大1億円Nationwide

キャリアアップ助成金

Open

非正規雇用労働者の正社員化や処遇改善を支援

1人あたり最大80万円Nationwide

両立支援等助成金

Open

仕事と育児・介護の両立を支援する事業主向け助成金

最大60万円（コースによる）Nationwide

農業次世代人材投資資金

Open

新規就農者の経営確立を支援する資金

年間最大150万円（最長5年）Nationwide

How to Find Government Subsidies in Japan

Japan offers thousands of government subsidies (補助金, hojokin) and grants (助成金, joseikin) to support businesses. These are non-repayable — unlike loans, you don't pay them back. Foreign residents with valid business registration can apply for most programs.

Start with your purpose: Rather than browsing all programs, define what you need funding for — starting a business, purchasing equipment, adopting IT systems, or hiring staff. This narrows candidates significantly.

Check your region: Beyond national programs, each prefecture and municipality offers unique subsidies. Filtering by your business location reveals opportunities invisible at the national level.

Verify eligibility: Programs differ based on business type (corporation vs. sole proprietor), industry, company size, and business stage. Focus on "Am I eligible?" and "Can I meet the deadline?" rather than the total funding amount.

Before applying, check: Eligibility → Regional requirements → Eligible expenses → Maximum amount → Deadline → Required documents. Always review the official application guidelines (公募要領) on the program's website.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can foreigners living in Japan apply for Japanese subsidies?

Yes! Many Japanese subsidies and grants are available to foreign nationals who operate businesses in Japan. The key requirement is usually having a registered business (as a corporation or sole proprietor) in Japan, not nationality. Some programs may require specific visa types such as Business Manager or Investor visa. SubsidyDB helps you filter programs based on your eligibility.

What is the difference between 'hojokin' (subsidies) and 'joseikin' (grants)?

Hojokin (補助金) are subsidies primarily from METI (Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry) that require a competitive application review. Joseikin (助成金) are grants primarily from MHLW (Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare) that are generally approved if you meet the requirements. Both are non-repayable funding — you don't have to pay them back.

What types of subsidies are listed on SubsidyDB?

We cover subsidies and grants from major ministries including METI, MHLW, MAFF, MLIT, MOE, and data from J-Grants (Digital Agency). Categories include startup support, equipment investment, IT adoption, human resources, energy efficiency, overseas expansion, and more.

Is the subsidy information up to date?

We update our data daily. Currently recruiting and approaching-deadline programs are reflected in real time. However, application periods change frequently, so always verify the latest information on each program's official website before applying.

How do I apply for a Japanese subsidy?

The typical process is: ① Review the application guidelines → ② Prepare required documents → ③ Submit via electronic application (J-Grants, etc.) or mail → ④ Review/screening → ⑤ Notification of selection → ⑥ Implement the project → ⑦ Submit a performance report → ⑧ Receive the subsidy payment. Use SubsidyDB's assessment tool to find subsidies that match your needs.

Do I need to speak Japanese to apply?

Most application forms and official guidelines are in Japanese. While some programs offer English support, many require Japanese-language documentation. We recommend working with a certified consultant (認定支援機関), an administrative scrivener (行政書士), or a bilingual accountant who can assist with the application process.

Is SubsidyDB free to use?

Yes, all features of SubsidyDB are completely free. Searching subsidies, viewing details, using the assessment tool, and browsing statistics — everything is free of charge.

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Equipment & Capital InvestmentChildcare & WelfareAgriculture, Forestry & FisheriesIT & Digital TransformationResearch & DevelopmentEnergy Efficiency & EnvironmentTourism & Regional DevelopmentSales & Market ExpansionDisaster RecoveryHuman Resources & TrainingEmployment & LaborStartup & EntrepreneurshipHousing & Renovation

By Prefecture

TokyoFukushimaFukuiAichiHokkaidoIshikawaFukuokaHyogoKumamotoIwateYamagataGifuOkayamaNiigataHiroshimaSaitamaOsakaMiyagiChibaNaganoKanagawaIbarakiNagasakiYamaguchiGunmaWakayamaEhimeYamanashiTokushimaOitaKyotoSagaMieOkinawaMiyazakiKagoshimaShizuokaKochiAomoriShigaAkitaShimaneNaraKagawaToyamaTottori