Subsidies are provided to individuals, organizations, and others conducting commercial activities by utilizing vacant houses, vacant stores, vacant warehouses, and other unused assets within the eligible areas, to cover expenses related to opening a new business. If you are considering applying, please consult the Commercial Revitalization Division in advance.
Tochigi Prefecture Ashikaga City: “Ashikaga City Central Shopping Districts, etc. Vacant Asset Utilization Support Program” (9th Round)
September 9, 2026
Summary
Ashikaga City provides subsidies for expenses related to opening a new business using vacant houses, stores, warehouses, and other unused assets in eligible areas. Advance consultation with the Commercial Revitalization Division is required for those considering applying.
Key Information
| Location | Ashikaga City, Tochigi |
|---|---|
| Opening Status | Open for Applications |
| Application Period | Dec 1, 2025 – Dec 26, 2025 |
| Max Subsidy Amount | ¥1,000,000 |
| Subsidy Rate | Central urban area: fixed amount; Citywide area: 1/2; maximum amount varies depending on the area, etc. |
| Purpose | New business・second venture / use of vacant houses |
| Eligible Applicants | Small and medium-sized enterprises / sole proprietors / cooperatives and organizations, etc. |
| Implementing Agency | Ashikaga City |
| Official Page | https://www.city.ashikaga.tochigi.jp/industory/000058/000304/p002605.html |