Niseko Town Accommodation Tax Utilization Project Subsidy
System overview
Purpose and purpose
This subsidy program was established with the aim of preserving the local landscape and environment, enhancing its appeal as a resort area, and promoting sustainable tourism that harmonizes with the lives of the townspeople, using the town's accommodation tax as its source of funding.
- Costs for introducing and renovating accommodation systems, etc., in response to the revision of the town's accommodation tax system.
- A new event project aimed at attracting visitors in spring, summer, and autumn, which can be enjoyed by town residents as well.
- Raising awareness about the "Niseko Rules" and environmental conservation.
It can be used in a wide range of applications, including staff training programs such as customer harassment prevention training.
Please see below for details.
- Costs for introducing and renovating accommodation systems, etc., in response to the revision of the town's accommodation tax system.
- A new event project aimed at attracting visitors in spring, summer, and autumn, which can be enjoyed by town residents as well.
- Raising awareness about the "Niseko Rules" and environmental conservation.
It can be used in a wide range of applications, including staff training programs such as customer harassment prevention training.
Please see below for details.
Eligible persons
Having facilities etc. within the town
・Accommodation providers ・restaurant business- Used by hotel guestsTourist facilitiesAdministrators and operators
・Accommodation providers ・restaurant business- Used by hotel guestsTourist facilitiesAdministrators and operators
Target business
| <Regular Category> Eligible Projects | Maximum amount | Subsidy rate | |
| (1) Events that contribute to community activities and community service | 1. Implementation of a new event (conducted independently) | 1 million yen | Within 1/2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2. Implementation of new events (collaboration of 3 or more parties) | 2.5 million yen | Within 2/3 | |
| 3. Implementation of existing events (if improvements or enhancements are planned) | 1 million yen | Within 1/2 | |
| (2) Promoting tourism DX in accommodation facilities | 4. Expenses related to promoting tourism DX at each accommodation facility located within the town (initial costs such as the cost of introducing systems aimed at reducing manpower, such as self-check-in machines and smart lock keys) | 1 facility 1 million yen | Within 2/3 |
| 5. Regarding the above system implementation costs, usage fees etc. if no initial costs are incurred (cannot be used in conjunction with 4.; limited to a period of one year from the implementation date). | 1 facility 1 million yen | Within 2/3 | |
| (3) Strengthening disaster response | 6. Purchase of goods and equipment related to strengthening disaster response | 1 million yen | Within 1/2 |
| (4) Promoting good tourist etiquette | 7. Purchase of goods and equipment related to tourist etiquette and environmental conservation in the town. | 100,000 yen | Within 1/2 |
| (5) Human resource development | 8. Implementation of training related to staff development, etc. | 500,000 yen | Within 2/3 |
| (6) Others | 9. Other expenses related to projects deemed appropriate by the town mayor | The amount approved by the town mayor | The rate approved by the town mayor |
| < Niseko Town Accommodation Tax Ordinance Amendments> Target Businesses | Maximum amount | Subsidy rate |
| 1. Expenses (initial costs) related to the construction of a new POS system, etc., and the introduction of hardware and software, etc., arising from the revision of the Niseko Town Accommodation Tax Ordinance, etc. | 1 facility 1,500,000 yen | 10/10 |
| 2. Expenses related to the modification of existing systems, etc., arising from the revision of Niseko Town Accommodation Tax Ordinance, etc. (initial costs) | 1 facility 1,500,000 yen | 10/10 |
| 3. Usage fees, etc., when no initial costs are incurred for the purchase or modification of the above system (cannot be used in conjunction with 1.2.; limited to a period of one year from the date of introduction). | 1 facility 500,000 yen | 10/10 |
*The application period for the revised regulations is from the fiscal year in which Niseko Town Accommodation Tax Ordinance came into effect until the following fiscal year.
Eligible expenses
(1) Remuneration (honorarium)
(2) Travel expenses
(3) Demand costs (consumables costs, printing and binding costs, material costs)
(4) Service expenses (advertising fees, postage, handling fees, insurance premiums)
(5) Commission fee
(6) Usage fees and rental fees
(7) Raw material cost
(8) Equipment purchase costs
(9) Other expenses deemed necessary by the mayor
*Excluded expenses
• Consumption tax and local consumption tax
• Bank transfer fee
- Any other matters that the mayor deems inappropriate
(2) Travel expenses
(3) Demand costs (consumables costs, printing and binding costs, material costs)
(4) Service expenses (advertising fees, postage, handling fees, insurance premiums)
(5) Commission fee
(6) Usage fees and rental fees
(7) Raw material cost
(8) Equipment purchase costs
(9) Other expenses deemed necessary by the mayor
*Excluded expenses
• Consumption tax and local consumption tax
• Bank transfer fee
- Any other matters that the mayor deems inappropriate
Application period
From July 1, 2026 to February 28, 2027
※宿泊税改正分など、申請期間前に着手した事業も補助対象となる場合がありますので、商工観光課（0136-56-8843）までご相談ください（ただし、令和8年（2026年）4月1日以降の着手に限ります）。
*Applications will close even within the application period if the budget limit is reached.
※宿泊税改正分など、申請期間前に着手した事業も補助対象となる場合がありますので、商工観光課（0136-56-8843）までご相談ください（ただし、令和8年（2026年）4月1日以降の着手に限ります）。
*Applications will close even within the application period if the budget limit is reached.
Subsidy Guidelines
Documents to be submitted
- Application documents (Word)(ZIP format: 97KB)
- Application documents (PDF)(ZIP format: 441KB)
The application form can be downloaded from the link above.
If you have any questions regarding how to fill out the form or anything else, please contact us at the address below.
If you have any questions regarding how to fill out the form or anything else, please contact us at the address below.
Confirmation items for the application
This subsidy program aims to protect the town's environment and promote sustainable tourism in harmony with its residents. Therefore, you must agree to the following points when applying.
1. Confirmation Items (All must apply) *Excerpt
- You agree to access, investigate, and make inquiries to relevant organizations regarding information held by the town (tax information, etc.).
- Clearly state that Niseko Town accommodation tax is being used in implementing the project.
- Cooperation with the town's tourism policies (e.g., viewing of declarations of special collection obligations for accommodation tax, cooperation with tourism surveys, etc.)
2. Matters relating to harmony with the local community (one or more of the following must apply)
- Participating in or cooperating with the local community in the area where the facility is located (e.g., XX Neighborhood Association)
- Participating in or cooperating with volunteer activities in the area where the facility is located (e.g., clean-up campaigns)
- We ensure that our employees adhere to tourist etiquette and local rules such as the "Niseko Rules," and we also inform and educate our customers about these rules.
1. Confirmation Items (All must apply) *Excerpt
- You agree to access, investigate, and make inquiries to relevant organizations regarding information held by the town (tax information, etc.).
- Clearly state that Niseko Town accommodation tax is being used in implementing the project.
- Cooperation with the town's tourism policies (e.g., viewing of declarations of special collection obligations for accommodation tax, cooperation with tourism surveys, etc.)
2. Matters relating to harmony with the local community (one or more of the following must apply)
- Participating in or cooperating with the local community in the area where the facility is located (e.g., XX Neighborhood Association)
- Participating in or cooperating with volunteer activities in the area where the facility is located (e.g., clean-up campaigns)
- We ensure that our employees adhere to tourist etiquette and local rules such as the "Niseko Rules," and we also inform and educate our customers about these rules.
Application and Inquiry Contact
Please contact us by phone or email before applying.
We will provide support with filling out application forms and other related tasks.
< Niseko Town Commerce and Tourism Division >
電話番号：0136-56-8843（平日8：30～17：15）
Email: kankou☆town.niseko.lg.jp (replace ☆ with @)
We will provide support with filling out application forms and other related tasks.
< Niseko Town Commerce and Tourism Division >
電話番号：0136-56-8843（平日8：30～17：15）
Email: kankou☆town.niseko.lg.jp (replace ☆ with @)
Inquiries
- Commerce and Tourism Division
- TEL:0136-56-8843
- FAX:0136-44-3500