Minato CityOlder people
Minato City Stair Lift / Home Elevator Subsidy for Seniors
高齢者昇降機設置費助成
In short: Up to ¥1,332,000 toward a stair lift or home elevator for people 65+ with care certification.65+ with support level 1 or higher, meeting the page conditions, with the need confirmed by a ward survey; must submit the building confirmation or inspection report.(Source: www.city.minato.tokyo.jp, verified on 2026-10-15)
Validity: Current per Minato City official page read in full 2026-10-15. Verified on 2026-10-15. Official source: https://www.city.minato.tokyo.jp/zaitakushien/kenko/fukushi/koresha/sumai/shokoki.html
- Residence-status rule — not stated on source; confirm with office.
Who qualifies
- 65+ with support level 1 or higher, meeting the page conditions, with the need confirmed by a ward survey; must submit the building confirmation or inspection report. [official source · verified on 2026-10-15]
Conditions by topic
| Age | 65+. [official source · verified on 2026-10-15] |
|---|---|
| Income | Not stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office. |
| Household | Not stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office. |
| Child age | Not stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office. |
| Residence in Japan | Not stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office. |
| Residence in Tokyo / municipality | Registered as a resident of Minato City (see page for timing). [official source · verified on 2026-10-15] |
| Work / insurance type | Not stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office. |
| Disability | Not stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office. |
Residence status
Not stated in the official sources we checked — unknown.
Residence status is not stated on the official page — ask the office.
Where to apply
- Apply to Minato City (see the official page for the counter and online options). [official source · verified on 2026-10-15]
Find addresses in the office finder.
Deadlines
- Apply before work starts. [official source · verified on 2026-10-15]
Documents
Not yet verified from an official source.
Key details
- Up to ¥1,332,000 for purchase and installation. [official source · verified on 2026-10-15]
Phone / counter phrases
すみません、高齢者昇降機設置費助成について伺いたいのですが、対象になるか、何を持っていけばよいか教えていただけますか。
Hello. I would like to ask about "高齢者昇降機設置費助成". Am I eligible, and what documents should I bring?
すみません、もう少しゆっくり話していただけますか。
Sumimasen, mō sukoshi yukkuri hanashite itadakemasu ka.
Sorry, could you please speak a little more slowly?
Generic phrases for practical help, not official wording.