The program aims to reduce the burden on businesses in the city affected by soaring energy prices while supporting sustainable cost reductions through energy conservation.
Kobe City Energy-Saving Equipment Replacement Subsidy (Round 3)
October 14, 2026
Summary
This program supports businesses in Kobe affected by soaring energy prices by helping reduce their burden and achieve sustainable cost savings through energy conservation.
Key Information
| Location | Higashinada Ward, Nada Ward, Chuo Ward, Hyogo Ward, Kita Ward, Nagata Ward, Suma Ward, Tarumi Ward, Nishi Ward, Hyogo |
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| Opening Status | Open for Applications |
| Application Period | Oct 20, 2026 – Nov 13, 2026 |
| Max Subsidy Amount | ¥500,000 |
| Subsidy Rate | 1/2 (minimum amount: ¥150,000) |
| Purpose | Business improvement and strengthening, capital investment, energy conservation |
| Eligible Expenses | Equipment purchase costs, Construction costs |
| Eligible Applicants | Small and medium-sized enterprises, Sole proprietors, Mid-sized enterprises |
| Implementing Agency | Kobe City |
| Official Page | https://www.city.kobe.lg.jp/a31812/kobe-syoene2026.html |