The Shinhidaka Town Business Startup and Business Succession Support Grant is provided to contribute to the revitalization and sustained vitality of the local economy by promoting smooth business startups and the transfer of management resources through supporting small and medium-sized business operators and others in continuing their businesses, as well as those seeking to newly operate a business.
Hokkaido Shinhidaka Town: Shinhidaka Town Business Startup and Business Succession Support Grant (FY2026)
September 15, 2026
Summary
Shinhidaka Town provides support grants to small and medium-sized business operators and those starting or taking over a business. The program aims to promote smooth business startups, the transfer of management resources, and the vitality of the local economy.
Key Information
| Location | Shinhidaka Town, Hokkaido |
|---|---|
| Opening Status | Open for Applications |
| Application Period | Apr 1, 2026 – TBD |
| Max Subsidy Amount | ¥500,000 |
| Subsidy Rate | Fixed amount; the maximum amount varies depending on the eligible applicant; additional support is available when utilizing vacant stores or vacant offices within the town. |
| Purpose | Business establishment, startup, and venture businesses / business succession / capital investment / use of vacant houses |
| Eligible Expenses | Equipment purchase expenses / building expenses |
| Eligible Applicants | Sole proprietors / corporations / pre-startup applicants |
| Implementing Agency | Shinhidaka Town |
| Official Page | https://www.shinhidaka-hokkaido.jp/hotnews/detail/00009655.html |