This program supports strengthening local systems for accepting people relocating to start farming, as well as reducing the burden of initial costs when starting farming and costs related to preparing to start farming.
Fukushima Prefecture: “Support for Living in Fukushima Through Agriculture” Program (Support for Relocating to Start Farming, etc.) — Round 4
September 23, 2026
Summary
Fukushima Prefecture supports local acceptance systems for people relocating to start farming and helps reduce initial and preparation-related costs.
Key Information
| Location | Fukushima |
|---|---|
| Opening Status | Open for Applications |
| Application Period | Sep 1, 2026 – Oct 9, 2026 |
| Max Subsidy Amount | ¥2,000,000 |
| Subsidy Rate | Flat-rate support for diverse new farmers and those preparing to start farming; 2/3 for improving the living environment of relocating new farmers (3/4 for priority allocations); 1/2 for purchasing used agricultural machinery. The maximum amount varies depending on the project. |
| Purpose | Human resource development and employment / business improvement and strengthening / regional revitalization and community development |
| Eligible Expenses | Travel expenses / accommodation expenses / machinery and equipment expenses / rental fees / equipment purchase expenses / building expenses |
| Eligible Applicants | Cooperatives and other organizations / agricultural corporations / agricultural cooperatives and similar organizations / individuals / individual farmers / local governments |
| Implementing Agency | Fukushima Prefecture |
| Official Page | https://www.pref.fukushima.lg.jp/sec/36021c/ijusyunosien-1.html |