Five Real Programs That Can Pay You to Live in Japan

Exact amounts, foreigner eligibility, application steps, visa catches, and official links—for housing, rural relocation, farming, business, and paid community roles.

Akiya renovation subsidies of ¥1,000,000+ in current municipal programs

Tokyo-to-rural grants with up to ¥1,000,000 per child

Up to ¥1,650,000 per year for approved new farmers

Regional startup grants of up to ¥2,000,000

Paid rural positions—including openings that accept overseas applicants

5 programs

Official sources

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Visa reality included

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