To prevent electrical fires caused when electricity is restored after a power outage during a major earthquake and to help control the spread of fires, partial assistance is provided to those who install a seismic circuit breaker.
Akō City, Hyogo Prefecture: Seismic Circuit Breaker Installation Subsidy Program (FY2026)
October 8, 2026
Summary
Akō City provides partial assistance for the installation of seismic circuit breakers to prevent electrical fires when power is restored after a major earthquake and help limit the spread of fires.
Key Information
| Location | Akō City, Hyogo |
|---|---|
| Opening Status | Open for Applications |
| Application Period | Oct 1, 2026 – Jan 29, 2027 |
| Max Subsidy Amount | ¥50,000 |
| Subsidy Rate | Existing buildings: 1/2; New buildings: fixed amount; The maximum amount varies depending on the type of building. |
| Purpose | Equipment investment / Crime prevention, disaster prevention, and BCP |
| Eligible Expenses | Equipment purchase costs / Construction costs |
| Eligible Applicants | Businesses in the relevant area / Individuals |
| Implementing Agency | Akō City |
| Official Page | https://www.city.ako.lg.jp/koushitsu/kikikanri/bosai/r8_kanshin_bure-ka-.html |