Explanation of Systems Small and Medium-sized Corporations Can Immediately Utilize: "Subsidy and Grant Utilization Seminar 2026 in Oita" to be Held on April 24 (Friday)

The Japan Small and Medium Business Owners Association (Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Tetsuaki Ishiguro) will hold the "Subsidy and Grant Utilization Seminar 2026 in Oita" at J:COM Horuto Hall Oita on April 24, 2026 (Friday) from 10:00 to 11:30. This seminar will explain subsidies and grants that small and medium-sized corporations should know about now, amidst rising labor and raw material costs, covering everything from how to find eligible programs to practical know-how for ensuring successful applications. Subsidy and Grant Utilization Seminar 2026 in Oita Lecture on the latest information on subsidy and grant programs that reduce management costs for small and medium-sized corporations Recently, an increasing number of companies are experiencing pressure on their management due to rising labor costs, raw material costs, and other factors. In this situation, national and local governments offer numerous support programs to encourage hiring, wage increases, and capital investment by small and medium-sized enterprises. However, the current situation is that the majority of companies are unable to utilize these valuable programs due to reasons such as "cannot determine which ones are applicable to our company," "application seems difficult and daunting," or "don't even know who to consult." In fact, only 5.5% of companies are utilizing subsidies and grants, indicating a serious information gap where many small and medium-sized enterprises are missing out on support they could otherwise receive. To alleviate this gap, this seminar will explain carefully selected subsidies and grants for small and medium-sized corporations. Last year, over 100 lectures were held nationwide, with over 9,000 companies participating, and this time it will be held in Oita. Based on future trends and regional information for Oita Prefecture, we will provide concrete measures that can be implemented immediately after the seminar. ■Event Outline Date: April 24 (Friday) 10:00-11:30 (Doors open 9:30) Venue: J:COM Horuto Hall Oita Address: 1-5-1 Kanaike Minami, Oita City, Oita Prefecture, 870-0839 2 minutes walk from JR Oita Station Fee: Free URL: https://smb-japan.or.jp/2026-4-24/ (Click here to apply) ■Program ・Don't miss out! New programs for FY2026 that will steadily increase your company's funds, making hiring costs virtually free! ・How to cover wage increase costs with subsidies ・Up to 4.5 million yen! Subsidies to dramatically improve operational efficiency through digitalization and AI implementation ・Highly anticipated program where over 75% of car and PC purchase costs are subsidized ・How to receive up to 2.5 million yen for creating flyers and websites ・Subsidy measures that enable new capital investment with only 20% burden ■Japan Small and Medium Business Owners Association The Japan Small and Medium Business Owners Association is a non-profit organization that regularly provides information in a lecture-based conference format as a pro bono activity (unpaid volunteer activities by experts in various fields utilizing their social and public skills and expertise) to rectify the information gap for small and medium-sized enterprises throughout Japan. Our pro bono activities are supported by many people who sympathize with our philosophy and strongly support us through donations, sponsorships, and endorsements. Therefore, we support small and medium-sized enterprises free of charge, from participation in various conferences to individual consultations on management. Corporate Name: Japan Small and Medium Business Owners Association Japan Small and Medium Business Owners Association Representative: Representative Director Tetsuaki Ishiguro WEB: https://smb-japan.or.jp/ Contact: Conference Management Office 03-6698-4230 / info@smb-japan.or.jp