This program supports those who wish to start a business within the village, as well as businesses within the village seeking to increase added value, expand sales channels, and so on. Prior consultation is required.
Fukushima’s Iitate Village Support Subsidy for Commercial and Industrial Businesses
September 28, 2026
Summary
Iitate Village supports aspiring entrepreneurs and local businesses working to increase added value and expand sales channels. Prior consultation is required.
Key Information
| Location | Iitate Village, Fukushima |
|---|---|
| Opening Status | Open for Applications |
| Application Period | Apr 1, 2026 – TBD |
| Max Subsidy Amount | ¥2,000,000 |
| Subsidy Rate | Starting Support Subsidy: 75%; Start Dash Subsidy: fixed amount; Expanding Support Subsidy: 75%; Expanding Support Plus Subsidy: 75%; Processed Product Certification System Subsidy: 100%; upper limit varies depending on the project |
| Purpose | Business startup and entrepreneurship/venture businesses; business improvement and strengthening; capital investment; development and expansion of sales channels; sixth-sector industrialization |
| Eligible Expenses | Advertising expenses; equipment purchase expenses; examination and course fees; equipment and consumables expenses |
| Eligible Applicants | Sole proprietors; corporations; pre-startup applicants |
| Implementing Agency | Iitate Village |
| Official Page | https://www.vill.iitate.fukushima.jp/soshiki/4/14862.html |