To prevent damage to crops and other agricultural products, as well as personal injury, caused by wildlife appearing in settlements, subsidies are provided to those who cut down fruit trees and other trees.
Akita Prefecture Kamikoani Village: Kamikoani Village Subsidy for Cutting Fruit Trees and Other Trees to Prevent Wildlife Damage (FY2026)
October 1, 2026
Summary
Kamikoani Village provides subsidies to people who cut down fruit trees and other trees to prevent crop damage and personal injury caused by wildlife appearing in settlements.
Key Information
| Location | Kamikoani Village, Akita |
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| Opening Status | Open for Applications |
| Application Period | Apr 1, 2026 – TBD |
| Max Subsidy Amount | ¥50,000 per tree |
| Subsidy Rate | Self-cutting: fixed amount; Cutting by a contractor: 1/2; the maximum amount may vary depending on the project |
| Purpose | Regional revitalization and community development |
| Eligible Applicants | Cooperatives, organizations, and individuals |
| Implementing Agency | Kamikoani Village |
| Official Page | https://www.vill.kamikoani.akita.jp/Info/688 |