This subsidy is intended to support equipment investment, human resource development, and other initiatives that contribute to improving productivity, undertaken by small and medium-sized businesses and other operators in Tottori Prefecture that raise wages above a certain level, even amid the continuing challenging business environment. Its purpose is to create a virtuous cycle in the local economy through business expansion and sustained wage increases. For example, it supports initiatives such as those listed below.
Tottori Prefecture Wage Increase and Productivity Improvement Subsidy (FY2026)
October 17, 2026
Summary
This subsidy supports small and medium-sized businesses and other operators in Tottori Prefecture that raise wages above a certain level. Eligible initiatives include productivity-enhancing equipment investment and human resource development.
Key Information
| Location | Tottori |
|---|---|
| Opening Status | Open for Applications |
| Application Period | Oct 14, 2026 – Dec 18, 2026 |
| Max Subsidy Amount | ¥15,000,000 |
| Subsidy Rate | Wage Increase Environment Development Type: 1/2, 2/3; Profitability Enhancement Type: 1/2, 2/3, 3/4; Large-Scale Growth Investment Type: 1/2; maximum amounts vary depending on the type |
| Purpose | Business improvement and strengthening, Equipment investment, Productivity improvement and operational efficiency, Digitalization, Labor-saving and workforce reduction, Market development and market expansion |
| Eligible Expenses | Expert fees, Exhibition and booth fees, Advertising expenses, Production and development expenses, Machinery and equipment expenses, Training expenses, Renovation expenses, System purchase expenses, System construction expenses |
| Eligible Applicants | Small and medium-sized enterprises, Sole proprietors, Cooperatives and organizations, NPO corporations, Incorporated associations and incorporated foundations |
| Implementing Agency | Tottori Prefecture |
| Official Page | https://tottori-hojokin.jp/ |