Tokyo Metropolitan Government Launches Subsidy for AI and Advanced Tech Adoption in Tourist Areas
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has started accepting applications for subsidies to support business groups implementing advanced technologies such as AI and IoT to enhance the value of tourist destinations. Grants of up to 40 million yen are available.
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The Tokyo Metropolitan Government is launching a subsidy for the 2026 fiscal year to promote the implementation of advanced technologies such as AI in tourist areas. Alongside this, an event will be held to introduce case studies of advanced technology utilization.
[Subsidy Overview]
1. Target Applicants
Groups composed of two or more businesses within Tokyo.
2. Eligible Projects
Initiatives where multiple businesses collaborate on an area-by-area basis to implement advanced technologies like AI to increase the added value of tourist sites.
- Eligible Expenses: Equipment costs, system implementation costs, expert guidance costs.
- Subsidy Limit/Rate: Up to 40 million yen / within 1/2 of expenses.
- Project Duration: Within one year from the date of grant decision.
3. Application Period
From May 26, 2026 (Tue) to August 14, 2026 (Fri).
4. Number of Projects to be Selected: 4 (planned).
5. Briefing Session
Attendance at an individual briefing session is required after checking the Industrial Labor Affairs Bureau website by August 5, 2026 (Wed).
[Examples of Expected Initiatives]
- Real-time congestion visualization using AI and IoT.
- Introduction of biometric authentication for cashless and ticketless entry.
- Development of dynamic pricing for electronic common passes.
- Development of tourism content utilizing XR technology.
[Seminar & Matching Event]
- Date: June 26, 2026 (Fri), 14:00 - 17:00.
- Venue: Deloitte Tohmatsu Innovation Park, Room D.
- Target: Tourism businesses in Tokyo, DMOs, local governments, etc.
- Capacity: 60 people (first-come, first-served).
- Deadline: June 25, 2026 (Thu).
[Subsidy Overview]
1. Target Applicants
Groups composed of two or more businesses within Tokyo.
2. Eligible Projects
Initiatives where multiple businesses collaborate on an area-by-area basis to implement advanced technologies like AI to increase the added value of tourist sites.
- Eligible Expenses: Equipment costs, system implementation costs, expert guidance costs.
- Subsidy Limit/Rate: Up to 40 million yen / within 1/2 of expenses.
- Project Duration: Within one year from the date of grant decision.
3. Application Period
From May 26, 2026 (Tue) to August 14, 2026 (Fri).
4. Number of Projects to be Selected: 4 (planned).
5. Briefing Session
Attendance at an individual briefing session is required after checking the Industrial Labor Affairs Bureau website by August 5, 2026 (Wed).
[Examples of Expected Initiatives]
- Real-time congestion visualization using AI and IoT.
- Introduction of biometric authentication for cashless and ticketless entry.
- Development of dynamic pricing for electronic common passes.
- Development of tourism content utilizing XR technology.
[Seminar & Matching Event]
- Date: June 26, 2026 (Fri), 14:00 - 17:00.
- Venue: Deloitte Tohmatsu Innovation Park, Room D.
- Target: Tourism businesses in Tokyo, DMOs, local governments, etc.
- Capacity: 60 people (first-come, first-served).
- Deadline: June 25, 2026 (Thu).
FAQ
補助金の対象者は誰ですか？
2者以上の都内事業者で構成されるグループが対象です。
補助金の上限額と補助率は？
上限額は4,000万円で、補助率は2分の1以内です。
申請のために必要なことはありますか？
8月5日(水)までに開催される個別説明会への参加が必須となります。
補助対象経費には何が含まれますか？
機械設備導入費、システム等導入経費、専門家指導費が対象です。
先端技術紹介イベントの開催日は？
令和8年6月26日(金)に開催されます。