By supporting the costs of participating in training and other programs conducted by public institutions, the costs of training conducted by businesses in the city, and the costs borne by businesses for obtaining qualifications and other credentials related to their own operations, this program aims to address the shortage of human resources at business establishments in the city. It also subsidizes expenses paid by businesses and supports employees’ career advancement, thereby promoting the hiring of unqualified workers and the retention of employees.
Hokkaido Furano City: Comprehensive Subsidy for the Promotion of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise Power-Up Subsidy for Countering Rising Prices (Employee Qualification Acquisition Support Program)) (FY2026)
September 11, 2026
Summary
Furano City supports training and qualification-related expenses paid by businesses to address workforce shortages, promote the hiring of unqualified workers, and retain employees.
Key Information
| Location | Furano City, Hokkaido |
|---|---|
| Opening Status | Open for Applications |
| Application Period | Apr 1, 2026 – TBD |
| Max Subsidy Amount | ¥2,000,000 |
| Subsidy Rate | 3/4 |
| Purpose | Human resource development and employment |
| Eligible Expenses | Expert honoraria / travel expenses / accommodation expenses / material purchase expenses / examination and course fees |
| Eligible Applicants | Educational institutions / medical corporations / small and medium-sized enterprises / sole proprietors / agricultural cooperatives, etc. |
| Implementing Agency | Furano City |
| Official Page | https://www.city.furano.hokkaido.jp/life/docs/2015021800506.html |