Tokyo Minato Ward: Industrial Property Rights Acquisition Support Subsidy (FY2026)

September 9, 2026

Summary

Minato Ward provides a subsidy covering part of the application expenses for local small and medium-sized businesses acquiring patents, utility model rights, design rights, or trademark rights.

Key Information

Location Minato Ward, Tokyo
Opening Status Open for Applications
Application Period Apr 13, 2026 – Feb 26, 2027
Max Subsidy Amount ¥250,000
Subsidy Rate 1/2; maximum amount varies depending on the eligible item
Purpose Patents and intellectual property
Eligible Expenses Application fees
Eligible Applicants Small and medium-sized businesses / sole proprietors / cooperatives, organizations, and others
Implementing Agency Minato City Industrial Promotion Center
Official Page https://minato-sansin.com/sangyozaisan/

A portion of the expenses is subsidized when small and medium-sized businesses in the ward acquire patent rights, utility model rights, design rights, or trademark rights to differentiate their products from those of other companies.