Applications are now being accepted for subsidies supporting various projects that contribute to regional revitalization, such as the development of local specialty products and distinctive regional revitalization events, voluntarily and actively implemented by shopping district and other organizations in Minamata City.
Kumamoto Prefecture Minamata City: Shopping District and Other Organization Regional Revitalization Project Support Subsidy (FY2026)
October 6, 2026
Summary
Minamata City is accepting applications for subsidies supporting regional revitalization projects, including local specialty product development and distinctive community events. The maximum subsidy is ¥200,000 at a rate of 1/2.
Key Information
| Location | Minamata City, Kumamoto |
|---|---|
| Opening Status | Open for Applications |
| Application Period | Ongoing – Feb 26, 2027 |
| Max Subsidy Amount | ¥200,000 |
| Subsidy Rate | 1/2 |
| Purpose | Human resource development and employment / Management improvement and strengthening / Regional revitalization and community development / Manufacturing and new product development / Digitalization / Market development and expansion / Environment |
| Eligible Expenses | Expert fees / Advertising expenses / Outsourcing expenses / Travel expenses for experts / Rental fees / Renovation expenses / Raw materials and materials expenses / Equipment and consumables expenses |
| Eligible Applicants | Cooperatives, organizations, and other groups / Corporations |
| Implementing Agency | Minamata City |
| Official Page | https://www.city.minamata.lg.jp/kiji0031891/index.html |