What is the name of this grant?

The name of this grant is the Subsidy for Promoting Wage Increases and Improving the Business Environment for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (commonly known as the Wage Increase Environment Improvement Subsidy).

Who is eligible for the subsidy?

The subsidy is available to small and medium-sized enterprises in Hokkaido that are working on wage increases, excluding quasi-large enterprises.

What expenses are eligible for the subsidy?

Expenses for new product development, market expansion, equipment investment (including the introduction of digital technology), etc., are eligible.

When is the application period for the subsidy?

The application period starts on May 15, 2026, and ends when the budget limit is reached. The final application deadline is September 30, 2026.

Where can I find detailed information and guidelines for the application?

You can find detailed information and guidelines on the dedicated website (https://chinage-support2026-hokkaido.jp/).

Notification of the Subsidy for Improving the Environment for Wage Increases for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises

Published May 21, 2026 8:10 PM ・ Updated Jun 14, 2026 12:04 AM ・ 3 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

Hokkaido Prefecture has launched a subsidy program for management improvement expenses on May 15, 2026, to support wage increase environments for SMEs affected by rising energy costs.

Hokkaido Prefecture has initiated a subsidy program to support expenses that contribute to management improvements. This aims to enhance the productivity of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) affected by persistently high energy prices and to prepare an environment where they can implement sustainable wage increases. Applications began on May 15.

(1) Subsidy Name Subsidy for Improving the Environment for Wage Increases for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Common Name: Wage Increase Environment Improvement Subsidy

(2) Eligibility Small and medium-sized enterprises in Hokkaido working toward wage increases (excluding quasi-large enterprises).

(3) Subsidized Expenses Expenses required for new product development, market expansion, capital investment (including the introduction of digital technologies), etc. *Expenses incurred on or after February 20, 2026, are eligible.

(4) Application Period May 15, 2026 (Friday) until the budget limit is reached. *The application period will conclude no later than September 30, 2026 (Wednesday).

(5) Details and Application Method Please check the guidelines on the dedicated website. https://chinage-support2026-hokkaido.jp/

(6) Contact Information Wage Increase Environment Improvement Subsidy 2026 Secretariat (Call Center) 011-351-0047 [Hours: Weekdays 9:00 - 18:00]

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