Amid a worsening business environment caused by the significant rise in fuel oil prices, support will be provided to scheduled passenger vessel operators by utilizing the national Priority Support Local Grant, so that island routes can be maintained and secured.
Kagawa Prefecture: Support Payment for Scheduled Passenger Vessel Operators (Berthing Fees for August 2026) (FY2026)
October 5, 2026
Summary
Kagawa Prefecture will provide flat-rate support payments to individual business operators and corporations operating scheduled passenger vessels, using the national Priority Support Local Grant to help maintain island routes.
Key Information
| Location | Kagawa |
|---|---|
| Opening Status | Open for Applications |
| Application Period | Sep 1, 2026 – Oct 15, 2026 |
| Max Subsidy Amount | No maximum limit |
| Subsidy Rate | Flat rate |
| Purpose | Business improvement and strengthening; regional revitalization and community development |
| Eligible Applicants | Sole proprietors and corporations |
| Implementing Agency | Kagawa Prefecture |
| Official Page | https://www.pref.kagawa.lg.jp/kotsu/kotsu/topics/ritoukouro.html |