Kyoto City: Vehicle Decarbonization Model Support Program for Motor Vehicle Transport Operators (FY2026)

September 26, 2026

Summary

Kyoto City provides subsidies to motor vehicle transport operators for the costs of introducing EVs and other vehicles. Application start dates vary by eligible operator.

Key Information

Location Kyoto City Kita Ward, Kyoto City Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto City Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City Yamashina Ward, Kyoto City Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto City Minami Ward, Kyoto City Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City Nishikyo Ward, Kyoto City Fushimi Ward, Kyoto
Opening Status Open for Applications
Application Period Apr 1, 2026 – Mar 15, 2027
Max Subsidy Amount ¥400,000
Subsidy Rate 1/9 / 1/8 / Flat amount; maximum amount varies depending on the vehicle
Purpose Equipment investment / EV-related
Eligible Expenses Equipment purchase costs
Eligible Applicants Sole proprietors / corporations
Implementing Agency Kyoto City
Official Page https://www.city.kyoto.lg.jp/kankyo/page/0000351701.html

Subsidies will be provided to motor vehicle transport operators to support the costs of introducing vehicles such as EVs. ※The application start date varies depending on the eligible operator.