This subsidy covers the costs required to cut down unattended fruit trees, such as persimmon and chestnut trees, that may attract bears.
Itōigawa City: Subsidy for Cutting Down Unwanted Fruit Trees to Prevent Bear Sightings
October 9, 2026
Summary
Itōigawa City provides a subsidy covering the costs of cutting down unattended persimmon, chestnut, and other fruit trees that may attract bears. Neighborhood associations are eligible to apply.
Key Information
| Location | Itōigawa City, Niigata |
|---|---|
| Opening Status | Open for Applications |
| Application Period | Apr 1, 2026 – TBD |
| Max Subsidy Amount | ¥100,000 |
| Subsidy Rate | 10/10 |
| Purpose | Regional revitalization and community development / Environment / Crime prevention, disaster prevention, and BCP |
| Eligible Expenses | Expert honoraria / Outsourcing expenses / Rental fees / Equipment disposal costs / Fuel expenses |
| Eligible Applicants | Neighborhood associations |
| Implementing Agency | Itōigawa City |
| Official Page | https://www.city.itoigawa.lg.jp/page/24700.html |