Sumida Ward subsidizes part of the costs incurred by small and medium-sized enterprises in the ward when acquiring intellectual property rights. *As we will confirm the application requirements, please call the Business Support Division in advance.
Tokyo Sumida Ward: Intellectual Property Rights Acquisition Subsidy (FY2026)
September 7, 2026
Summary
Sumida Ward subsidizes half of eligible costs for small and medium-sized enterprises acquiring intellectual property rights, including application fees and expert travel expenses.
Key Information
| Location | Sumida Ward, Tokyo |
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| Opening Status | Open for Applications |
| Application Period | Apr 1, 2026 – TBD |
| Max Subsidy Amount | ¥200,000 |
| Subsidy Rate | 1/2 |
| Purpose | Patents and intellectual property / manufacturing and new product development |
| Eligible Expenses | Expert travel expenses / application fees |
| Eligible Applicants | Small and medium-sized enterprises / sole proprietors |
| Implementing Agency | Sumida Ward |
| Official Page | https://www.city.sumida.lg.jp/sangyo_jigyosya/sangyo/kaihatsu_kaitaku/tizaihojokin.html |