To mitigate population decline and build a sustainable local economy, this program supports part of the necessary expenses related to starting a business within the city, with the aim of realizing diverse and flexible working styles for young people, women, and others through entrepreneurship.
Niigata Prefecture Joetsu City: Joetsu City Startup Support Subsidy (FY2026)
September 17, 2026
Summary
Joetsu City supports part of the necessary expenses for starting a business in the city, helping young people, women, and others achieve diverse and flexible working styles.
Key Information
| Location | Joetsu City, Niigata |
|---|---|
| Opening Status | Open for Applications |
| Application Period | Apr 1, 2026 – TBD |
| Max Subsidy Amount | ¥660,000 |
| Subsidy Rate | Standard category: 1/2; UIJ-Turn Women’s Active Participation Promotion category: 2/3; maximum amount varies by category |
| Purpose | Entrepreneurship/startups/ventures; capital investment |
| Eligible Expenses | Communication and transportation expenses; advertising expenses; rental fees; equipment purchase costs; utilities expenses, etc.; construction costs; building costs |
| Eligible Applicants | Small and medium-sized enterprises; sole proprietors; those preparing to start a business |
| Implementing Agency | Joetsu City |
| Official Page | https://www.city.joetsu.niigata.jp/soshiki/sangyou/startup-support.html |