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加賀市の補助金・支援On top of the national programs — what Kaga adds for foreign founders

Kaga, a hot-spring city in Ishikawa and a National Strategic Special Zone, runs a Startup Visa for tech, health, energy, logistics, trade and tourism.

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Updated October 26, 2026 · Checked against the official site by our editors

Startup Visa

Up to 2 yrs

Kaga City — up to 2 years (renewed every 6 months)

Run by

Kaga

Approved by METI

Minimum wage

Yearly

Revised every year — affects wage programs

National programs

Too

All national subsidies apply here

The Startup Visa in Kaga

Kaga City is approved by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry to run the Startup Visa. If it confirms your plan, immigration can grant a special status to prepare your business — up to 2 years (renewed every 6 months) — before you meet the full Business Manager requirements.

Fields covered

  • Knowledge industries such as semiconductors, software and robotics
  • Health, medical and welfare
  • Environment and energy
  • Logistics, such as drone delivery
  • Trade that opens overseas markets for local products
  • Tourism that attracts visitors from abroad

How it works here

  • Reviewing your plan usually takes 1–3 months
  • All documents must be written in Japanese
  • The city supports you together with partner organizations during the program

This site does not give visa advice. Check the official page and talk to the program desk or an immigration gyoseishoshi.

National programs — where to apply in Kaga

ProgramIn Kaga
Sustainability SubsidySupport letter from the Kaga Chamber of Commerce and Industry (加賀商工会議所), or the local 商工会 outside the city
Career-Up & Work ImprovementIshikawa Labour Bureau (石川労働局)
Digitalization, Labor-Saving, MonozukuriOnline, nationwide

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Ishikawa minimum wage

Ishikawa’s minimum wage is revised every year. Several programs use it, such as the Work Improvement Grant. Check the current amount in the official minimum wage table.

FAQ

Is there a startup visa in Kaga?

Yes. Kaga City runs the Startup Visa for foreign entrepreneurs. If it confirms your plan, immigration can grant a special status to prepare your business — up to 2 years (renewed every 6 months) — before meeting the Business Manager requirements.

Which businesses can use the Kaga startup visa?

The program covers: Knowledge industries such as semiconductors, software and robotics; Health, medical and welfare; Environment and energy; Logistics, such as drone delivery; Trade that opens overseas markets for local products; Tourism that attracts visitors from abroad. Check the official page for details.

Where do I apply for national subsidies in Kaga?

Most national subsidies are applied for online. The Sustainability Subsidy needs a support letter from your local chamber of commerce, and employment grants go through the Ishikawa Labour Bureau.

Sources

This page is a plain-English summary, not legal advice. The official Japanese guidelines always take priority.

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