Akiya subsidies in Kirishima, Kagoshima

4 matched renovation and relocation programmes for empty homes in Kirishima, Kagoshima, with amounts and official source links. Always confirm current terms with the issuing body before you rely on them.

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Subsidy programmes

Dilapidated/Dangerous Vacant House Demolition and Removal Work Subsidy

Issued by Kirishima City

Up to 300,000 yen

Eligibility

Property located in Kirishima City
Building in which habitation or other use is not occurring
Building with significant risk of collapse or danger that greatly impacts surrounding living environment
No outstanding municipal tax arrears
Must apply before beginning demolition work (contract with demolition contractor)

Official source

Furusato Revitalization Migration & Settlement Promotion System, Housing Acquisition Subsidy

Issued by Kirishima City

25% of total land and building acquisition cost, capped at 5,000,000 yen. Paid in two installments (half in year 1, half in year 5).

Eligibility

Property in Kirishima City, within designated chūsan'kan (semi-mountainous) areas
In-migrant from outside Kirishima City with intent to settle
In-city to semi-mountainous area relocation
Under 60 years old (if not acquiring housing)
No outstanding municipal tax arrears
Must intend to reside for 5+ years after acquiring/renovating housing
Must register residence in Kirishima City
Must join the neighborhood association of residence area
Must apply within 1 year of housing acquisition/renovation

Official source

Furusato Revitalization Migration & Settlement Promotion System, Housing Renovation Subsidy

Issued by Kirishima City

30% of renovation costs, capped at 3,000,000 yen. Paid in two installments (half in year 1, half in year 5). Only covers living-space interior renovations.

Eligibility

Property in Kirishima City, within designated chūsan'kan (semi-mountainous) areas
In-migrant from outside Kirishima City with intent to settle
In-city to semi-mountainous area relocation
Under 60 years old
No outstanding municipal tax arrears
Must intend to reside for 5+ years after acquiring/renovating housing
Must register residence in Kirishima City
Must join the neighborhood association of residence area
Must apply within 90 days of renovation completion

Official source

Furusato Revitalization Migration & Settlement Promotion System, Rent Subsidy

Issued by Kirishima City

50% of monthly rent, capped at 25,000 yen/month, for up to 36 months. Paid in two installments (half in year 1, half in year 3).

Eligibility

Property in Kirishima City, within designated chūsan'kan (semi-mountainous) areas
Excludes company housing and homes owned by relatives within 2nd degree
In-migrant from outside Kirishima City with intent to settle
In-city to semi-mountainous area relocation
No outstanding municipal tax arrears
Must intend to reside for 3+ years while receiving rent subsidy
Must register residence in Kirishima City
Must join the neighborhood association of residence area
Must apply within 90 days of rental lease start

Official source

Subsidy information gathered April 2026. Programs and amounts change every fiscal year, so always confirm current terms with the issuing body before relying on them.