Explanation of Systems SMEs Can Utilize Immediately: "Grant & Subsidy Utilization Seminar 2026 in Kochi" to be Held on May 27 (Wed)

The Japan Small and Medium Business Owners Association (Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Tetsuaki Ishiguro) will host the "Grant & Subsidy Utilization Seminar 2026 in Kochi" at the Kochi City Culture Plaza Culport Central Public Hall from 9:30 to 11:30 on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. This seminar will comprehensively explain grants and subsidies that small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) should know, especially now with soaring labor and raw material costs. It will cover everything from how to find eligible schemes to practical know-how for ensuring successful applications.

Grant & Subsidy Utilization Seminar 2026 in Kochi

Lecture on the latest information regarding grant and subsidy systems to reduce management costs for SMEs.

Recently, an increasing number of companies are facing management pressure due to rising labor costs and raw material prices. In this situation, national and local governments offer numerous support schemes to encourage hiring, wage increases, and capital investment for SMEs. However, the reality is that most companies are unable to utilize these valuable schemes due to reasons such as "cannot determine which ones apply to our company," "applications seem too difficult to attempt," or "don't even know who to consult." In fact, only 5.5% of companies are utilizing grants and subsidies, indicating a serious information gap where many SMEs are missing out on support they could otherwise receive.

To alleviate this disparity, this seminar will explain carefully selected grants and subsidies for SMEs. Over the past year, the association has conducted more than 100 lectures nationwide, with over 9,000 participants. This time, the seminar will be held in Kochi. We will provide concrete, actionable strategies that can be implemented immediately after the seminar, taking into account future trends and regional information specific to Kochi Prefecture.

Event Outline

Date: May 27 (Wed), 9:30-11:30 (Doors open 9:00)

Venue: Kochi City Culture Plaza Culport Central Public Hall

〒781-9529 2-1 Kyobata, Kochi City

5 minutes by car from Kochi Station / 5 minutes walk from Harimayabashi on Tosa Electric Railway from Kochi Station

Fee: Free

URL: https://smb-japan.or.jp/2026-5-27/ (Click here to apply)

Program

・Don't miss out! New systems for FY2026 that will significantly increase your company's funds – effectively making hiring costs free!

・How to cover wage increase costs with grants

・Up to 4.5 million yen! Subsidies for dramatically improving operational efficiency through digitalization and AI adoption

・Highly anticipated system 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 a 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 across Japan, primarily through lecture-style conferences, as pro bono activities (unpaid volunteer activities utilizing social and public skills and expertise by specialists in various fields) to correct information disparities for SMEs nationwide.

Our association's pro bono activities are supported by many individuals who empathize with our philosophy and strongly support us through donations, sponsorships, and endorsements. Therefore, we support SMEs completely free of charge, from participation in various conferences to individual consultations regarding management.

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Corporate Name: Japan Small and Medium Business Owners Association

Representative: Tetsuaki Ishiguro, Representative Director

WEB: https://smb-japan.or.jp/

Contact: Conference Management Office

03-6698-4230 / info@smb-japan.or.jp