National Disaster Preparedness Subsidy: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how to get financial support for earthquake-proofing furniture and emergency kits for your home in Japan.
This subsidy provides financial support to help households prepare for natural disasters by covering some of the costs of safety equipment. It is designed to help residents secure their homes and ensure they have the necessary supplies to stay safe during an emergency.
Who it's for
This scheme is available to all households. Every household can qualify for this support to help improve their domestic safety measures and readiness for potential disasters.
What you get
You can receive subsidies to help pay for earthquake-proofing furniture or the purchase of emergency kits. This support is intended to help you secure heavy items in your home to prevent injury and to ensure you have essential items on hand for emergency situations.
What it costs you
There is no direct fee to apply for this program. However, to receive the subsidy, you will be required to provide receipts for all approved items you have purchased. It is important to keep your original documentation to prove that the earthquake-proofing furniture or emergency kits were indeed bought for your household.
The catch to know
The most important thing to remember is that while this is a national program, it is often managed at the municipal level. Because different areas may have different ways of handling the administration, you should check with your local city office to understand the specific application process and the list of items they will cover in your particular district.
How to apply
- Contact your local city office to confirm the current application process and the specific list of items covered in your area.
- Purchase your approved emergency kits or earthquake-proofing furniture.
- Carefully save and organize your official receipts as proof of purchase.
- Submit your claim along with your receipts to your local municipal office for processing.