One of the biggest challenges many small and medium-sized enterprises(SMEs) have faced in recent years is the “labor shortage.”
While the burden on worksites continues to increase, there are concerns that labor shortage issues will become even more severe in the future.
In this environment, the concept of “improving operational efficiency” is gaining significant attention.
The “SME Labor-Saving investment Subsidy” is a program designed to support these efforts.

■What is the SME Labor-Saving Investment Subsidy?

The SME Labor-Saving Investment Subsidy is a system that supports SMEs struggling with labor shortages by providing assistance for the introduction of equipment and systems. The goal is to boost sales and improve productivity for these businesses.
Click here for the “SME Labor-Saving Investment Subsidy” homepage

For example, in the manufacturing industry, the following are eligible:

・Food processing machinery
・Logistics system equipment
・Material handling and transport support
・Printing equipment and trial processing-related machinery
・Slip processing and inspection support systems
・Back-office support for manufacturing and facility industries, etc.

By reviewing tasks that previously relied on manual labor, you can reduce work hours, minimize errors, and improve productivity.

■Benefits of Introduction

By utilizing this subsidy to introduce equipment, various benefits can be expected:

・Reduced burden of initial investment
・Resolution of labor shortages
・Improved productivity
・Standardization of work and improved qeality

The key point is that this is not just about cost reduction, but also about “improving the company’s organizational health.”

■Overview of the Subsidy

The SME Labor-Saving Investment Subsidy consists of two types: the “Catalogue Type” and the “General Type.”
You can choose based on your company’s specific challenges and what you wish to implement.

●Catalogue Type
The Catalogue Type allows you to choose and introduce products from a pre-registered list.
It is characterized by relatively simple procedures and speedy implementation.
・Investment Content: Simple and immediate labor-saving imvestment
・Subsidy Target: Products listed in the catalogue
・Subsidy Ceiling: 5 million to 10 million yen (The maximum amount varies depending on the number of employees)
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●general type
The General Type allows you to freely design and introduce equipment and systems tailored to your company’s specific needs.
It offers high customizability, allowing for more full-scale improvements.
・Investment Content: Diverse labor-saving investments with customizability
・Subsidy Target: Equipment introduction and system construction tailored to individual site equipment and business content
・Subsidy Ceiling: 7.5 million to 80 million yen (The maximum amount varies depending on the number of employees)
*The “Genera; Type” operates on a public offering basis. The 6th deadline is scheduled for mid-April 2026 to id-May 2026.
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In the coming era where labor shortages will accelerate, “labor-saving” is a crucial theme for all companies.
The SML Labor-Saving Investment Subsidy is a great opportunity to take that first step.
“I want to make the worksite easier.”
“I want to increase productivity.”
If you have such concerns, why not take this oppportunity to consider it?

【We also propose labor-saving solutions for worksites】

Our company proposes labor-saving solutions for worksites through transport equipment and automation systems.
Consultations regarding equipment introduction using the subsidy are also available.

It’s perfectly fine even if you’re at the stage of “not knowing where ro start!”
You can actually visit the observation facilities in our factory, and we wlii propose comprehensive and automation systems that meet your needs.
Please feel free to contact us.
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【Company Profile】
Company Name: YMG Co., Ltd.
Address: 234 Uenoyama, Unoya-cho, Toyohashi-City, Aichi, Japan
Representative: Yuichiro Yamamoto, president and CEO
Established: April 1977
Business Description: Design, manufacturing, and sales of autoloader systems, robot systems, and automation equipment
Website: https://kk-ymg.co.jp/en/

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