Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture: KOBE WOOD Subsidy

A subsidy program by Kobe City to promote the timber industry and utilize regional resources by supporting product development, market expansion, and facility improvements using Kobe wood (including Hyogo Prefecture timber). Targets small to medium-sized businesses in Kobe City in manufacturing, construction, retail, wholesale, and service sectors that actively use Kobe timber. Eligible expenses include timber procurement, equipment and machinery, processing facilities, product development, and sales promotion; subsidy rates and caps vary by business type. Applicants must submit business plans demonstrating regional economic revitalization and timber resource circulation; proposals are evaluated for feasibility. Coordination with other Kobe City industrial support programs may receive additional points; early consultation with the city is recommended.