This program aims to support small and medium-sized businesses and other enterprises in Akita Prefecture in introducing digital tools and IT solutions, thereby promoting improved operational efficiency, increased productivity, and stronger management foundations.
Akita Prefecture: Small and Medium-Sized Business Digitalization Implementation Support Subsidy (Fourth Application Round, FY2026)
September 11, 2026
Summary
Akita Prefecture supports small and medium-sized businesses and sole proprietors introducing digital tools and IT solutions to improve efficiency, productivity, and their management foundations.
Key Information
| Location | Akita |
|---|---|
| Opening Status | Open for Applications |
| Application Period | Sep 4, 2026 – Oct 23, 2026 |
| Max Subsidy Amount | ¥1,000,000 |
| Subsidy Rate | 2/3 (minimum amount: ¥300,000) |
| Purpose | Equipment investment / Improved productivity and operational efficiency / Digitalization |
| Eligible Expenses | Machinery and equipment expenses / Software purchase expenses |
| Eligible Applicants | Small and medium-sized businesses / Sole proprietors |
| Implementing Agency | Akita Prefecture |
| Official Page | https://www.pref.akita.lg.jp/pages/archive/94185 |