Nagano Prefecture
Migration incentives and akiya grants available to foreign buyers
Migration Support Grant
Up to ¥500,000 (~$3,350)Nagano supports rural migration with grants for purchasing or renovating vacant homes.
Eligibility
Moving from outside Nagano. Remote workers especially welcomed — Nagano has good fiber coverage.
ℹ️ Local notes
Nagano is popular with remote workers due to excellent internet coverage, mountains, skiing, and proximity to Tokyo (1.5hrs by shinkansen). Individual towns like Karuizawa have their own programs.
Who to contact
Nagano Prefecture Migration Support
026-235-7517
chiikishinko@pref.nagano.lg.jp
Remote worker desk
Nagano specifically courts remote workers — mention this when calling
⚠️ Grant amounts and eligibility change year to year. Always confirm current details directly with the prefecture before purchasing.
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