To promote the opening of new stores and other establishments in downtown areas, a portion of renovation expenses is subsidized, within the limits of the budget, for entrepreneurs, store operators, and others who rent a property and begin operations. Applications are accepted following a prior consultation.
Ibaraki Prefecture, Mito City: Subsidy for Promoting the Opening of Downtown Stores and Other Establishments
September 9, 2026
Summary
Mito City provides a subsidy covering part of the renovation costs for entrepreneurs and store operators who rent properties and open new establishments in downtown areas.
Key Information
| Location | Mito City, Ibaraki |
|---|---|
| Opening Status | Open for Applications |
| Application Period | Apr 1, 2026 – TBD |
| Max Subsidy Amount | ¥3,000,000 |
| Subsidy Rate | 1/2; the maximum amount varies depending on floor area and opening hours |
| Purpose | Regional revitalization and community development; new businesses and second ventures; use of vacant houses |
| Eligible Expenses | Building expenses |
| Eligible Applicants | Businesses in the relevant area |
| Implementing Agency | Mito City |
| Official Page | https://www.city.mito.lg.jp/site/mito-sougyou/1934.html#pagetop |