王子oji City, Tokyo: “New Product and New Service Development Subsidy” (FY2019)

This is a Hachioji City-exclusive subsidy program supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in developing new products and services, aimed at revitalizing the local economy and strengthening business competitiveness. Eligible applicants include manufacturers, construction firms (max 300 employees, capital ≤300 million yen), wholesalers (max 100 employees, capital ≤100 million yen), retailers and service providers (max 50 employees, capital ≤50 million yen). Eligible expenses include R&D costs, prototyping, design fees, and patent acquisition fees for new products or services; subsidy rates and maximum amounts are specified in the regulations. Applicants must have 1–2 years of business track record and present a business plan with high probability of commercialization. Since the FY2026 application timeline has not been announced, early inquiry with Hachioji City's Industrial Promotion Division is essential.