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Small business under 5 years old? Secure advantage of public support

Municipalities offer the 'Business Support Plan for Startups', which helps small businesses under five years old meet a key requirement of startup subsidies, such as the one of Tokyo, on more favourable terms. Pre-establishment businesses can also benefit from reduced registration tax.

Yumiko Horie

08 Jan 2025 — 4 min read

‘Business Support Plan for Startups’ can be useful when applying for startup subsidies in Japan

What is the 'Business Support Plan for Startups'?

The ‘Business Support Plan for Startups’, or 創業支援等事業計画 in Japanese, provides guidance and resources for starting a business. Completing the required training courses and fulfilling the necessary criteria earn you a certificate of recognition.

Programme is provided nationwide

The programme is offered by municipalities nationwide. The certificate issued under the programme provides advantages when applying for a JFC loan, for example. If your company is pre-establishment, you can benefit from a reduction in registration tax.

Summary

Who is eligible?

Why seek certification?

Less time, same benefits: Business Support Plan for Startups programme vs. Tokyo's consultation

How to obtain the certificate?

Yes, it still takes time... any other perspective?

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