"Subsidy for New Business Expansion in Small and Medium Enterprises" (4th)

A national subsidy program supporting small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in entering new business fields or developing new ventures beyond their existing operations. Eligible companies must meet SME standards (manufacturing/construction/transport: capital ≤300 million JPY or ≤300 employees; wholesale/retail/services: industry-specific thresholds). The subsidy amount, subsidy rate, and eligible expenses are defined in the detailed application guidelines; submission of a business plan is mandatory. Capital investment, personnel costs, and research expenses related to new business entry may be covered under the program. Each recruitment round has specific deadlines; confirming eligibility for Round 4 and preparing applications early are critical for success.