Subsidy for Projects to Stimulate Direct Investment in Japan
Funds foreign enterprises with reimbursement support for demonstration and de-risking activities that attract direct investment.
The Subsidy for Projects to Stimulate Direct Investment in Japan is a JETRO-administered grant program that reimburses foreign and foreign-affiliated companies for the costs of demonstration projects that introduce or develop innovative technologies and business models in Japan through collaboration with Japanese partners. The program is designed to attract inward foreign direct investment by lowe…
Manufacturing, healthcare, green and digital areas (mobility, fintech, wholesale/retail) contributing to innovative technology introduction and supply-chain resilience in Japan.
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