Tokyo Metropolitan Government initiative supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in covering student loan repayment for newly hired young employees, addressing both talent acquisition challenges and youth financial burden. Applicable to Tokyo-based SMEs meeting the SME criteria in terms of number of employees and capital. Up to ¥1.44 million per eligible employee annually (¥120,000/month × 12 months) for a maximum of 3 years of loan repayment support. Key requirements include application within a specified period after new hire and continuous employment of supported staff. As this is a new fiscal year 2026 initiative, early preparation following official guideline release is critical for successful application.