Okinawa Prefecture: Okinawa Prefecture Remote Island Patient Support Program Subsidy (FY2026)

September 30, 2026

Summary

This subsidy reduces the financial burden of remote island patients and others who travel outside their islands to receive medical care, supporting regional revitalization and community development.

Key Information

Location Motobu Town, Kunigami District; Ishigaki City; Kumejima Town, Shimajiri District; Uruma City; Ie Village, Kunigami District; Miyakojima City; Taketomi Town, Yaeyama District; Nanjo City; Yonaguni Town, Yaeyama District; Tokashiki Village, Shimajiri District; Zamami Village, Shimajiri District; Aguni Village, Shimajiri District; Tonaki Village, Shimajiri District; Minamidaito Village, Shimajiri District; Kitadaito Village, Shimajiri District; Iheya Village, Shimajiri District; Izena Village, Shimajiri District; Tarama Village, Miyako District, Okinawa
Opening Status Open for Applications
Application Period Apr 1, 2026 – TBD
Max Subsidy Amount No upper limit
Subsidy Rate 9/10
Purpose Regional revitalization and community development
Eligible Expenses Travel expenses / accommodation expenses
Eligible Applicants Individuals
Implementing Agency Okinawa Prefecture
Official Page https://www.pref.okinawa.lg.jp/iryokenko/iryo/1005869/1005237.html

This program aims to reduce the financial burden of remote island patients and others who travel to medical facilities outside their islands, thereby ensuring opportunities to receive appropriate medical care.