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渋谷区の補助金・支援On top of the national programs — what Shibuya adds for foreign founders

Shibuya, Tokyo’s startup district, runs its own Startup Visa in English, with coworking and local partners through Shibuya Startup Support.

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

Startup Visa

Up to 2 yrs

Shibuya City — up to 2 years

Run by

Shibuya

Approved by METI

Minimum wage

Yearly

Revised every year — affects wage programs

National programs

Too

All national subsidies apply here

The Startup Visa in Shibuya

Shibuya 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 — before you meet the full Business Manager requirements.

Fields covered

  • Health, medical and welfare
  • Environment and energy
  • Information (IT)
  • Culture and arts
  • Fashion

How it works here

  • The business should be innovative, scalable and able to grow in Japan and abroad
  • Start with the contact form on Shibuya Startup Support (inquiry type: startup visa)
  • After document screening there is an interview; the program is conducted in English

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 Shibuya

ProgramIn Shibuya
Sustainability SubsidySupport letter from the Tokyo Chamber of Commerce and Industry (東京商工会議所), or the local 商工会 outside the city
Career-Up & Work ImprovementTokyo Labour Bureau (東京労働局)
Digitalization, Labor-Saving, MonozukuriOnline, nationwide

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Tokyo minimum wage

Tokyo’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 Shibuya?

Yes. Shibuya 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 — before meeting the Business Manager requirements.

Which businesses can use the Shibuya startup visa?

The program covers: Health, medical and welfare; Environment and energy; Information (IT); Culture and arts; Fashion. Check the official page for details.

Where do I apply for national subsidies in Shibuya?

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 Tokyo Labour Bureau.

Sources

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

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