This program provides subsidies to small and medium-sized enterprises and other businesses whose profit margins have declined because they have been unable to pass on costs due to the sharp rise in prices and supply shortages of petroleum-derived products and other goods resulting from the situation in the Middle East. Subsidies cover the increase in purchase costs for petroleum-derived products and other goods, the difference in purchase prices for substitute products, and equipment investment expenses related to responding with substitute products.
Saitama Prefecture: Emergency Support Program for Soaring Prices and Supply Shortages Due to the Middle East Situation — Phase 1
September 26, 2026
Summary
Saitama Prefecture provides subsidies to small and medium-sized enterprises and sole proprietors facing reduced profit margins due to soaring prices and supply shortages of petroleum-derived products. Eligible costs include increased purchase expenses, substitute product price differences, and related equipment investments.
Key Information
| Location | Saitama |
|---|---|
| Opening Status | Open for Applications |
| Application Period | Sep 25, 2026 – Nov 6, 2026 |
| Max Subsidy Amount | ¥11,250,000 |
| Subsidy Rate | Price Surge and Supply Shortage Emergency Support Subsidy: 1/2; Substitute Product Response Equipment Investment Support Subsidy: 3/4; minimum amount: ¥150,000; maximum amount varies depending on the project |
| Purpose | Business improvement and strengthening; equipment investment |
| Eligible Expenses | Rental fees; equipment purchase costs; construction costs |
| Eligible Applicants | Small and medium-sized enterprises; sole proprietors |
| Implementing Agency | Saitama Prefecture |
| Official Page | https://chuto-chusho.pref.saitama.lg.jp/ |