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Subsidy for Projects to Stimulate Direct Investment in Japan

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.

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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.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Annual
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.—
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.6 weeks
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.6–9 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.50%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—

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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: www.jetro.go.jp