Kyoto Prefecture Launches "Child-Friendly Workplace Service Creation Grant" (Up to 3 Million Yen)
To realize the best environment for child-rearing in Japan, Kyoto Prefecture has begun accepting applications for a subsidy (up to 3 million yen) to support the creation of family-friendly workplace environments for companies within the prefecture.
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## Kyoto Prefecture Child-Friendly Workplace Service Creation Grant
### Overview
To establish a foundation for providing diverse "child-friendly workplace" services to local companies, Kyoto Prefecture is subsidizing a portion of expenses for SMEs and startups newly implementing such services.
### Project Examples
- Programs for employees returning to work after childcare leave
- Training sessions to support career development while raising children
- Installation of coworking spaces or satellite offices allowing children
- Childcare consultation and postpartum care services by midwives or nurses
- Proposal and provision of telework systems
### Application Period
May 15, Reiwa 8 (2026) – July 17, Reiwa 8 (2026) (Must arrive by deadline)
### Eligible Applicants
SMEs as defined in Article 2 of the SME Basic Act and those planning to launch a business.
### Subsidy Ratio and Cap
- Subsidy Ratio: Up to 1/2 of eligible expenses
- Subsidy Cap: 3 million yen
### Inquiries and Submission
Human Resources Recruitment Promotion Section, Labor Policy Office, Department of Commerce, Industry, Labor and Tourism, Kyoto Prefecture
Phone: 075-682-8925
Address: 2F Kyoto Terrsa East Building, 70 Higashikujo Shimoden-da-cho, Minami-ku, Kyoto, 601-8047
Website: https://www.pref.kyoto.jp/rosei/news/hozyokin.html
### Overview
To establish a foundation for providing diverse "child-friendly workplace" services to local companies, Kyoto Prefecture is subsidizing a portion of expenses for SMEs and startups newly implementing such services.
### Project Examples
- Programs for employees returning to work after childcare leave
- Training sessions to support career development while raising children
- Installation of coworking spaces or satellite offices allowing children
- Childcare consultation and postpartum care services by midwives or nurses
- Proposal and provision of telework systems
### Application Period
May 15, Reiwa 8 (2026) – July 17, Reiwa 8 (2026) (Must arrive by deadline)
### Eligible Applicants
SMEs as defined in Article 2 of the SME Basic Act and those planning to launch a business.
### Subsidy Ratio and Cap
- Subsidy Ratio: Up to 1/2 of eligible expenses
- Subsidy Cap: 3 million yen
### Inquiries and Submission
Human Resources Recruitment Promotion Section, Labor Policy Office, Department of Commerce, Industry, Labor and Tourism, Kyoto Prefecture
Phone: 075-682-8925
Address: 2F Kyoto Terrsa East Building, 70 Higashikujo Shimoden-da-cho, Minami-ku, Kyoto, 601-8047
Website: https://www.pref.kyoto.jp/rosei/news/hozyokin.html
FAQ
Who is eligible to apply for this subsidy?
SMEs within Kyoto Prefecture and those planning to launch a business are eligible to apply.
What kind of initiatives are covered by the subsidy?
Programs for returning to work, training, facility installations, postpartum care services, and telework system implementation.
What are some examples of projects funded last year?
Postpartum care by midwives, childcare at nursing hotels, and temporary childcare services for companies.