Japan Funds 15 Projects to Promote Dual-Region Living
Overview
Japan’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism selected a total of 15 projects under two programs to further promote dual-region living. Seven projects aim to address medium- and long-term challenges related to dual-region living, while eight are demonstration surveys to advance matching support by designated residence support corporations. The announcement provides an overview and the number selected for each program. Its title is “Selection Decisions for Two Programs Under the FY2025 Supplementary Budget.”
Key points
- A total of 15 projects were selected under two programs to promote dual-region living.
- The programs are the “Leading Project Implementation Program for Dual-Region Living (Third Call for Applications)” and the “Demonstration Survey to Develop a Model for Designated Residence Support Corporations (Second Call for Applications).”
- Seven projects were selected for the Leading Project Implementation Program for Dual-Region Living, and eight for the Demonstration Survey to Develop a Model for Designated Residence Support Corporations.
Overview
The announcement covers leading initiatives to further promote dual-region living as a way to revitalize communities by creating and expanding new flows of people. Dated September 30, 2026, it lists the selection decisions for two programs, along with an overview, the number selected, and contact information for each.
Details
The “Leading Project Implementation Program for Dual-Region Living (Third Call for Applications)” targets leading initiatives to address medium- and long-term challenges associated with dual-region living and related areas. It is described as a program that examines the challenges, effects, and impacts of these initiatives, then uses the findings to implement measures and initiatives that help resolve the challenges.
The “Demonstration Survey to Develop a Model for Designated Residence Support Corporations (Second Call for Applications)” aims to advance matching support by designated residence support corporations, which serve as intermediary organizations connecting communities with dual-region residents. The listed categories of leading initiatives include cross-regional efforts and initiatives within a host community, among others.