Saitama Prefecture: Subsidy for Promoting Rice Consumption Expansion

October 3, 2026

Summary

This subsidy supports the development of processed products using Saitama rice and promotional activities by restaurants that handle it, helping expand consumption and enhance the rice’s brand value.

Key Information

Location Saitama
Opening Status Open for Applications
Application Period Ongoing – Oct 23, 2026
Max Subsidy Amount ¥300,000
Subsidy Rate 2/3
Purpose Regional revitalization and community development / manufacturing and new product development
Eligible Expenses Communication and transportation expenses / advertising expenses / rental fees / raw material and material costs / equipment and consumable expenses
Eligible Applicants Small and medium-sized enterprises / sole proprietors
Implementing Agency Saitama Prefecture
Official Page https://www.pref.saitama.lg.jp/a0904/komemugidaizu/komesyouhikakudai.html

To expand consumption of rice produced in Saitama Prefecture and enhance its brand value, this program supports the development of processed products using Saitama rice and promotional activities by restaurants that handle rice produced in the prefecture.