Chinese-owned businesses in Tokyo:
subsidy & grant support in Chinese
Tokyo has the largest concentration of Chinese-owned businesses and the most metropolitan-only grant programs. We plan national and Tokyo programs together, with in-person meetings in Chiyoda.
Shisei Consulting is headquartered at Hanzomon Palace 8F, 1-8-2 Hirakawacho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo (tel. 03-6265-9756) and supports Chinese business owners and sole proprietors across Tokyo, Kanagawa, Chiba and Saitama. Tokyo sites can use national programs (Labor-Saving, AI Adoption, Career-Up) together with Tokyo-only programs: the Zero-Emission energy-saving grant (up to 3/4, cap ¥45M, lottery rounds) and Tokyo SME Support Center grants (¥3M–¥20M). Full Chinese-language support by licensed professionals.
Tokyo-only programs
| Program | Eligible | Cap / rate | Intake | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zero-Emission energy-saving grant (Cool Net Tokyo) | SMEs and sole proprietors with Tokyo sites | ≥28t-CO2 cut: 3/4 · ¥45M / diagnosis + 3t or 30%: 2/3 · ¥25M / own plan: 2/3 · ¥10M | FY2026 R4 9/16–10/2; R5 11/9–11/20; R6 2027/1/18–1/29; lottery | AC, refrigeration, lighting, water heating |
| Tokyo SME Support Center grants | Tokyo SMEs, sole proprietors, founders | ¥3M–¥20M / 1/2–2/3 | Separate calls per program | Product development, exhibitions |
| Tokyo Chamber of Commerce | Members and non-members | Information, support, Form 4 | Ongoing | Form 4 for Sustainability Subsidy |
National programs for Tokyo sites
- Labor-Saving Investment Subsidy: ¥7.5M–¥80M, 1/2 (2/3 small). Round 8 opened 8/18.
- Digitalization & AI Adoption 2026: up to ¥4.5M, up to 1/2. 5th deadline 10/7 (planned).
- Career-Up Grant: ¥200k–¥800k per person, year-round.
- HR Development Grant: 45–75% of costs; reskilling course ends FY2026.
Typical scenarios by area
| Area | Common businesses | Typical combination |
|---|---|---|
| Shinjuku · Ikebukuro · Takadanobaba | Restaurants, supermarkets | Zero-Emission + Labor-Saving + Career-Up |
| Ueno · Kinshicho · Kameido | F&B, wholesale, retail | Labor-Saving + Zero-Emission |
| Akihabara · Kanda · Chiyoda | IT, trading, e-commerce | AI Adoption + HR Development |
| Ginza · Omotesando · Shibuya | Beauty, premium dining | AI Adoption + Sustainability |
| Koto · Edogawa | Logistics, warehousing | Labor-Saving |
| Tama · Hachioji · Tachikawa | Manufacturing, care | Labor-Saving + HR Development |
Office and contact
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Address | Hanzomon Palace 8F, 1-8-2 Hirakawacho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-0093 (1 min from Hanzomon Sta.) |
| Tel | 03-6265-9756 (weekdays 9:00–18:00) |
| info@shisei-consult.jp | |
| Corporate number | 5010401158340 (gBizINFO) |
| Languages | Chinese · Japanese · English |
| Meetings | By appointment; WeChat Work / online available |
Process for Tokyo businesses
- Free diagnosis within one business day.
- Timeline against the calendar.
- Documents by licensed professionals.
- Submission, review and lottery follow-up.
- Post-adoption compliance, final report, disbursement. Success-fee disclosed before contract.
FAQ
QHow much for replacing AC in my Tokyo restaurant?
Zero-Emission: 3/4 up to ¥45M for ≥28t-CO2 cut; 2/3 up to ¥25M with diagnosis; 2/3 up to ¥10M with own plan. Registered contractor required; lottery. Round 4 9/16–10/2.
QCan Tokyo and national programs be combined?
Yes for different costs.
QI am in Hachioji / Machida. Can you serve me?
Yes — Tama is part of Tokyo; all Tokyo programs apply. Mostly online, in-person by appointment.
QKanagawa, Chiba, Saitama?
Yes. National programs apply; Tokyo-only programs require Tokyo sites.
QSole proprietors in Tokyo?
National Sustainability, AI Adoption, Labor-Saving; Tokyo Zero-Emission and most SME Center grants include sole proprietors.
QWhere to get Form 4 in Tokyo?
Your local Tokyo Chamber of Commerce branch; deadline 12-04 for Round 20.
QCan I visit before deciding?
Yes, by appointment. A 3-minute online diagnosis first saves time.
QDo Tokyo programs recur yearly?
Zero-Emission runs to FY2029 (~¥10.23B FY2026); SME Center grants are called annually.
- Tokyo Zero-Emission energy-saving grant
- Tokyo SME Support Center grants
- Tokyo Chamber of Commerce — subsidies
- Labor-Saving Investment Subsidy
- Digitalization & AI Adoption Subsidy 2026
- Career-Up Grant
- Shisei Consulting corporate record (gBizINFO)
※ Amounts, subsidy rates and application windows follow each authority's latest guidelines; outcomes depend on review. This page is not a guarantee of approval.