Who is eligible for this hometown tax conference?

Local government employees in Niigata Prefecture are eligible. Up to 2 participants per municipality are allowed, but intermediaries and competitors are not eligible.

When and where is the conference being held?

The conference will be held on Friday, July 3, 2026, from 14:30 to 17:30 at NINNO3, 1-1-3 Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Niigata City.

What is the background for the reduction in expense ratio in hometown tax?

The expense ratio for gifts is being gradually reduced according to the rules set by the government, and it is expected to fall below 40% after 2021.

What topics will be covered in the seminar?

The seminar will cover strategies for reducing expense ratios, discussions on local product standards, and a presentation on Government Crowdfunding® (GCF®).

Are there any special benefits for attendees?

Municipalities that complete the survey on the day can receive a 'Cost Review Simulator' and a '30-minute free consultation'.

Announcement: Hometown Tax Conference in Niigata for Municipal Officials

Published Jun 8, 2026 6:53 PM ・ Updated Jun 14, 2026 9:01 AM ・ 3 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

Mitsume Inc. will host a Hometown Tax Conference for municipal officials in Niigata Prefecture on July 3, 2026. The seminar aims to address institutional challenges such as reducing gift cost ratios by sharing practical strategies for increasing donations and improving operational efficiency.

Mitsume Inc., a company based in Sanjo City, Niigata Prefecture, that provides intermediary support for Hometown Tax and hands-on support for local businesses, will hold a seminar on Friday, July 3, 2026, targeting municipal officials in charge of Hometown Tax in Niigata Prefecture.

Background: The 40% Impact - Urgent Measures to Reduce Cost Ratios With the caps on available funding for Hometown Tax set by the national government, expenses such as procurement for return gifts will be reduced every year from 47.5% in fiscal 2026, falling below 40% from fiscal 2029 onwards. Municipalities face two choices: increase donations or reduce cost ratios. As many municipalities struggle to maintain their current status, concrete action is required.

Overview Date: Friday, July 3, 2026, 14:30-17:30 Venue: NINNO3 (1-1-3 Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Niigata City) Target: Local government officials (limit of 2 per municipality)

Objectives 1. Rediscover the potential of Hometown Tax and accelerate efforts. 2. Acquire practical knowledge for increasing donations. 3. Deepen connections and information exchange between municipalities.

Program - Masafumi Sawa (CEO, Mitsume Inc.): Measures towards the 40% cost target, discussion time. - Kozo Sato (Trustbank, Inc.): About Government Crowdfunding® (GCF®).

Participation Benefits: "Cost Review Simulator" and a 30-minute free consultation. Applications are accepted via Google Form.

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