Hyogo Prefecture: "Open Innovation Grant"

A Hyogo Prefecture subsidy program designed to promote open innovation among regional enterprises and research institutions, fostering collaborative development of new technologies and products to strengthen local industrial competitiveness. Eligible projects involve cross-sector consortium-based joint R&D among multiple organizations with bases in Hyogo Prefecture. Subsidy caps and rates vary by project scale; eligible expenses typically include equipment, labor, and research costs with specific upper limits per category. Applicants must be companies or research institutions headquartered or operating in Hyogo, with formal commercialization plans required. Early confirmation of application deadlines and evaluation schedules is critical for successful application.