This subsidy supports coastal self-employed fishers and others undertaking labor-saving investments to reduce working hours amid prolonged labor shortages. Advance consultation about the application details is required.
| Location | Shimane |
|---|---|
| Opening Status | Open for Applications |
| Application Period | Oct 1, 2026 – Oct 30, 2026 |
| Max Subsidy Amount | ¥1,500,000 |
| Subsidy Rate | 1/3 |
| Purpose | Business improvement and strengthening; equipment investment; productivity improvement and operational efficiency; labor-saving and workforce reduction |
| Eligible Expenses | Machinery and equipment expenses |
| Eligible Applicants | Sole proprietors; cooperatives, organizations, and others; corporations |
| Implementing Agency | Shimane Prefecture |
| Official Page | https://www.pref.shimane.lg.jp/industry/suisan/shinkou/suisangyousei/labor-saving.html |
The purpose of this program is to accelerate the strengthening of the business foundations of fisheries operations and increase the income of coastal self-employed fishers and others by supporting coastal self-employed fishers and others who work to reduce labor hours for tasks and other work, even as chronic labor shortages continue over the long term.
Please consult in advance about the application details before submitting your application.