To promote relocation and settlement and address labor shortages at small and medium-sized enterprises and other organizations, support payments are provided to people who move from the Tokyo area to the city and become employed by a small or medium-sized enterprise or other organization in the city, or who start a business in the city. ※When applying, be sure to contact the Labor Section of the Industrial Policy Division.
Tokyo Area: Joetsu City Relocation and Employment Support Grant
September 7, 2026
Summary
Support payments are available to people who move from the Tokyo area to Joetsu City and find employment locally or start a business there. Applicants must contact the Labor Section of the Industrial Policy Division before applying.
Key Information
| Location | Joetsu City |
|---|---|
| Opening Status | Open for Applications |
| Application Period | Ongoing – Jan 29, 2027 |
| Max Subsidy Amount | ¥1,000,000 |
| Subsidy Rate | Single-person household: ¥600,000; household of two or more: ¥1,000,000; additional amount may be added depending on requirements |
| Purpose | Human resource development and employment; regional revitalization and community development |
| Eligible Applicants | Individuals |
| Implementing Agency | Joetsu City |
| Official Page | https://www.city.joetsu.niigata.jp/soshiki/sangyou/izyuushienkin.html |