Subsidies are provided for expenses necessary to implement projects carried out by small and medium-sized business operators and others using vacant stores in shopping districts and other areas.
Hokkaido Wakkanai City: Wakkanai City Small and Medium-sized Enterprise Promotion Subsidy (Vacant Store Utilization Project Subsidy) (FY2026)
September 15, 2026
Summary
Wakkanai City provides subsidies for expenses necessary to carry out projects using vacant stores in shopping districts and other areas. Eligible expenses include rent and equipment purchase costs.
Key Information
| Location | Wakkanai City, Hokkaido |
|---|---|
| Opening Status | Open for Applications |
| Application Period | Apr 1, 2026 – TBD |
| Max Subsidy Amount | ¥500,000 |
| Subsidy Rate | 1/2; the maximum amount may vary depending on the type of eligible project |
| Purpose | New business ventures, second startups, capital investment, and use of vacant houses |
| Eligible Expenses | Rent; equipment purchase costs |
| Eligible Applicants | Small and medium-sized enterprises; sole proprietors |
| Implementing Agency | Wakkanai City |
| Official Page | https://www.city.wakkanai.hokkaido.jp/sangyo/shoko/shien/zyoseikin.html |