Echizen City, Kagawa Prefecture: "Echizen City Small Business Development Support Subsidy"≪3rd≫ (FY2019)

This is a locally-focused subsidy program by Echizen City to support small-scale business operators in business innovation, new business launches, and market expansion. Eligible applicants are small business owners and micro-enterprises based in Echizen City with up to 5 employees in commerce/service sectors or up to 20 employees in other industries. Eligible expenses include advertising, machinery and equipment, system implementation, exhibition booth costs, and others; the subsidy rate and maximum amount are determined by evaluation of the specific business plan. Applicants must receive business support from designated institutions such as chambers of commerce and must submit a detailed business plan. As this is the third call for fiscal year 2026, reviewing past successful cases and developing a solid business plan that contributes to regional economic revitalization is essential for application success.