To enhance the appeal of the downtown area and create vibrancy there by encouraging businesses to open in vacant stores in the central urban area, subsidies are provided for opening businesses in vacant stores in shopping districts and other downtown areas. Please consult the Regional Economy Division, Appeal Creation Section, in advance.
Niigata Prefecture, Mitsuke City: Downtown Revitalization Project Support Subsidy (Vacant Store Utilization Support Program) — Second Application Round (Fiscal 2026)
September 18, 2026
Summary
Mitsuke City provides subsidies for opening businesses in vacant stores in shopping districts and other downtown areas to enhance the area’s appeal and create vibrancy.
Key Information
| Location | Mitsuke City, Niigata |
|---|---|
| Opening Status | Open for Applications |
| Application Period | Sep 10, 2026 – Sep 24, 2026 |
| Max Subsidy Amount | ¥3,600,000 |
| Subsidy Rate | [Business operator] Store renovation costs: 2/3 or 1/2; Rent: 1/2 [Owner] Store renovation costs: 1/2. The maximum amount may vary depending on the subsidy eligibility and other factors. |
| Purpose | Regional revitalization and community development / New business and second business launch / Vacant property utilization |
| Eligible Expenses | Rent / Construction costs / Building costs |
| Eligible Applicants | Businesses in the relevant area |
| Implementing Agency | Mitsuke City |
| Official Page | https://www.city.mitsuke.niigata.jp/soshiki/19/2325.html |