Subsidies are provided for the costs of opening a store for small and medium-sized business operators running retail businesses, including fresh food retail, in designated areas recognized as being particularly inconvenient for shopping.
Furano City: Comprehensive Subsidy for Small and Medium-Sized Business Promotion (Store Opening Promotion in Areas with Inconvenient Shopping) (FY2026)
September 12, 2026
Summary
Furano City provides subsidies for store opening costs incurred by small and medium-sized businesses operating retail stores, including fresh food retailers, in designated areas with particularly inconvenient shopping access.
Key Information
| Location | Furano City, Hokkaido |
|---|---|
| Opening Status | Open for Applications |
| Application Period | Apr 1, 2026 – TBD |
| Max Subsidy Amount | No maximum limit |
| Subsidy Rate | 2/3 |
| Purpose | New business establishment / second business launch; capital investment |
| Eligible Expenses | Rental costs / equipment purchase costs / building costs / equipment and consumables costs |
| Eligible Applicants | Small and medium-sized businesses / sole proprietors |
| Implementing Agency | Furano City |
| Official Page | https://www.city.furano.hokkaido.jp/life/docs/2015021800506.html |