By subsidizing part of store rental costs and other expenses for opening businesses and other activities using vacant stores in the city, this program aims to eliminate vacant stores, foster businesses rooted in the community, and revitalize shopping districts.
Saitama Prefecture, Kuki City: Vacant Store Startup Support Subsidy (FY2026)
October 14, 2026
Summary
Kuki City subsidizes part of store rental costs and other expenses for opening businesses and other activities using vacant stores, supporting community-rooted businesses and shopping district revitalization.
Key Information
| Location | Kuki City, Saitama |
|---|---|
| Opening Status | Open for Applications |
| Application Period | Ongoing – Oct 30, 2026 |
| Max Subsidy Amount | ¥1,000,000 |
| Subsidy Rate | 1/2 |
| Purpose | Entrepreneurship and startups, Human resource development and employment, Regional revitalization and community development, New businesses and second startups, Business format conversion and expansion into new fields, Capital investment, Vacant house utilization |
| Eligible Expenses | Advertising expenses, Rental expenses, Building expenses |
| Eligible Applicants | Sole proprietors, Corporations, Pre-startup applicants |
| Implementing Agency | Kuki City Hall |
| Official Page | https://www.city.kuki.lg.jp/shisei/jigyo/shienjyoho/1005799.html |