Chuo CityOlder people
Chuo City Senior Smartphone Purchase Subsidy
スマートフォン購入費用助成
In short: Up to ¥30,000 for residents 65+ buying their first smartphone that works with the Tokyo app.65+ by 31 Mar 2027, registered in Chuo; buying for own use a first smartphone compatible with the Tokyo app (changing from a flip phone or iOS<16/Android<11 phone also counts); buy and apply at a designated shop, normally on the same day. No proxy applications.(Source: www.city.chuo.lg.jp, verified on 2026-10-15)
Validity: FY2026. Verified on 2026-10-15. Official source: https://www.city.chuo.lg.jp/a0028/kenkouiryou/koureikaigo/zaitakuiryou/zaitakushienservice/sonota/smartphone.html
Who qualifies
- 65+ by 31 Mar 2027, registered in Chuo; buying for own use a first smartphone compatible with the Tokyo app (changing from a flip phone or iOS<16/Android<11 phone also counts); buy and apply at a designated shop, normally on the same day. No proxy applications. [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 Chuo 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 Chuo 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
Not yet verified from an official source.
Documents
Not yet verified from an official source.
Key details
- Up to ¥30,000 after discounts. [official source · verified on 2026-10-15]
Phone / counter phrases
すみません、スマートフォン購入費用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 "スマートフォン購入費用助成". 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.