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Oita — home to Beppu’s hot springs — runs a Startup Visa linked to startup centers and shared offices across the prefecture.

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

Startup Visa

Up to 2 yrs

Oita Prefecture — up to 2 years (1 year or 6 months at a time)

Run by

Oita

Approved by METI

Minimum wage

Yearly

Revised every year — affects wage programs

National programs

Too

All national subsidies apply here

The Startup Visa in Oita

Oita Prefecture 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 (1 year or 6 months at a time) — before you meet the full Business Manager requirements.

Fields covered

  • Automotive, electronics, electrical and machinery
  • Materials and shipbuilding
  • Health, medical and welfare
  • Environment and energy
  • Food, agriculture, forestry and fisheries
  • Services, information, aviation and logistics

How it works here

  • You must move into a designated facility, such as the Oita Startup Center or a designated shared office
  • You need 1+ year of business management experience, or a master’s-level degree in a relevant field
  • Since October 2025, you must live in Japan during the preparation period

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 Oita

ProgramIn Oita
Sustainability SubsidySupport letter from the Oita Chamber of Commerce and Industry (大分商工会議所), or the local 商工会 outside the city
Career-Up & Work ImprovementOita Labour Bureau (大分労働局)
Digitalization, Labor-Saving, MonozukuriOnline, nationwide

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Oita minimum wage

Oita’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 Oita?

Yes. Oita Prefecture 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 (1 year or 6 months at a time) — before meeting the Business Manager requirements.

Which businesses can use the Oita startup visa?

The program covers: Automotive, electronics, electrical and machinery; Materials and shipbuilding; Health, medical and welfare; Environment and energy; Food, agriculture, forestry and fisheries; Services, information, aviation and logistics. Check the official page for details.

Where do I apply for national subsidies in Oita?

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 Oita Labour Bureau.

Sources

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

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