[From 5/21] [Tokyo] Support for 'Accommodation Tax System Implementation/Upgrade Subsidy' (Up to 2 Million JPY, 2/3 Rate) Starts! [Joseikin-Now]
Navit Co., Ltd., operator of 'Joseikin-Now', has launched application support for the Tokyo Metropolitan Government's new subsidy program aimed at helping accommodation businesses upgrade tax management systems.
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Navit Co., Ltd. (Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Representative Director: Yasuyo Fukui), operator of 'Joseikin-Now', provides the latest information on grants and subsidies, as well as application support services.
Attention hotel and accommodation operators: The 'Tourism-Related Business Digital Shift Support Project (Accommodation Tax System Implementation/Upgrade Subsidy)' has officially begun accepting applications.
Application Period: From May 18, 2026 (Mon) to March 31, 2027 (Wed).
Due to the revision of Tokyo's Accommodation Tax Ordinance, businesses are now required to implement or upgrade systems to manage the calculation, aggregation, display on receipts, and tax filing procedures. This subsidy covers up to 2 million JPY (at a 2/3 subsidy rate) of these expenses.
Navit is currently accepting consultations and applications for this subsidy.
Eligibility:
- Operators of accommodation facilities within Tokyo.
- Registered (or planning to register) as an entity responsible for special collection of the accommodation tax.
- SMEs or sole proprietors as defined by the Small and Medium-sized Enterprise Basic Act.
- Businesses with a head or branch office in Tokyo and that have been continuously operating an accommodation business in Tokyo for at least one year as of April 1, 2026.
Eligible Expenses:
- Costs related to the implementation and development of new systems compatible with accommodation tax collection.
- Costs to modify existing systems to accommodate calculation, aggregation, and receipt printing for accommodation tax.
- Costs for hardware and software purchases associated with system modifications.
Subsidy Rate: Within 2/3 of eligible expenses.
Subsidy Limit: 2 million JPY per entity (and 500,000 JPY per facility).
Eligible Period: From March 27, 2026 (Fri) to July 31, 2027 (Sat).
Attention hotel and accommodation operators: The 'Tourism-Related Business Digital Shift Support Project (Accommodation Tax System Implementation/Upgrade Subsidy)' has officially begun accepting applications.
Application Period: From May 18, 2026 (Mon) to March 31, 2027 (Wed).
Due to the revision of Tokyo's Accommodation Tax Ordinance, businesses are now required to implement or upgrade systems to manage the calculation, aggregation, display on receipts, and tax filing procedures. This subsidy covers up to 2 million JPY (at a 2/3 subsidy rate) of these expenses.
Navit is currently accepting consultations and applications for this subsidy.
Eligibility:
- Operators of accommodation facilities within Tokyo.
- Registered (or planning to register) as an entity responsible for special collection of the accommodation tax.
- SMEs or sole proprietors as defined by the Small and Medium-sized Enterprise Basic Act.
- Businesses with a head or branch office in Tokyo and that have been continuously operating an accommodation business in Tokyo for at least one year as of April 1, 2026.
Eligible Expenses:
- Costs related to the implementation and development of new systems compatible with accommodation tax collection.
- Costs to modify existing systems to accommodate calculation, aggregation, and receipt printing for accommodation tax.
- Costs for hardware and software purchases associated with system modifications.
Subsidy Rate: Within 2/3 of eligible expenses.
Subsidy Limit: 2 million JPY per entity (and 500,000 JPY per facility).
Eligible Period: From March 27, 2026 (Fri) to July 31, 2027 (Sat).
FAQ
What is the Tokyo Accommodation Tax System Subsidy?
It is a program by Tokyo Metropolitan Government providing up to 2 million JPY for tax collection system upgrades.
When can I apply?
Applications are open from May 18, 2026, to March 31, 2027.
Who is eligible?
SMEs and sole proprietors operating accommodation businesses in Tokyo registered for accommodation tax collection.