Aichi Prefecture EV purchase subsidy 2026: the national CEV subsidy, prefecture, municipalities, and charging equipment
Even in Aichi, the kingdom of the automobile, electric vehicles (EVs) have become familiar, and interest in "How much is the subsidy?" is rising. The key point is that for buying a personal car, the centerpiece is the "national CEV subsidy," and Aichi Prefecture's own support is mainly for businesses. This article organizes, from primary sources, the information for 2026 (Reiwa 8 fiscal year): (1) the national CEV subsidy, (2) Aichi Prefecture's support (business-oriented purchase support plus charging equipment that individuals can also use), (3) municipalities such as Nagoya City, and (4) the automobile tax on EVs and the tax on subsidies.
・The lead role in purchase support is the national CEV subsidy (up to ¥1.3 million for an EV in the 2026 fiscal year).
・Aichi Prefecture's "prefectural" subsidy is centered on businesses (small and medium enterprises, transport operators, sole proprietors).
・Individuals should consider combining the prefectural subsidy for charging equipment and support from municipalities such as Nagoya City.
Think of the EV subsidy as "three tiers"
CEV subsidy (the lead role in purchases)
A national subsidy usable by both individuals and corporations. Up to ¥1.3 million for an EV in the 2026 fiscal year, and so on. The largest in amount.
Mainly for businesses + charging equipment
The prefecture's vehicle-purchase subsidy is centered on businesses. Individuals can use the prefectural subsidy for charging equipment (a home charger).
Independent support such as Nagoya City
Each municipality may have its own subsidy for EVs and charging equipment. The amount and availability vary widely by local government.
[National] CEV subsidy for the 2026 fiscal year (the lead role in purchases)
When an individual buys an EV as a personal car, the first thing to use is the national Clean Energy Vehicle Introduction Promotion Subsidy (CEV subsidy). For the 2026 fiscal year (Reiwa 8), the subsidy caps were raised in part[Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry — CEV subsidy (in Japanese)].
Not every EV receives ¥1.3 million. The subsidy amount is decided by an evaluation of the vehicle's environmental performance and the like, and differs by vehicle type, such as ¥1 million or ¥800,000. If the vehicle supports power-supply functions (V2H, external power supply), an add-on may apply. Check the exact subsidy amount for the car you are buying against the amount published by the Next Generation Vehicle Promotion Center. The new caps apply to newly registered vehicles from January 1, 2026 onward.
[Aichi Prefecture] The prefecture's subsidy is centered on "businesses"
Aichi Prefecture has the "Advanced Environment-Friendly Vehicle Introduction Promotion Subsidy," but its targets are mainly "businesses" such as small and medium enterprises, passenger/freight transport operators, and sole proprietors[Aichi Prefecture (in Japanese)]. There is basically no "prefecture's own" purchase subsidy for an individual's personal car (the same structure as in Kanagawa Prefecture and others). If you introduce an EV for business, you can combine the national CEV subsidy with the prefectural subsidy.
On the other hand, the prefectural subsidy for charging equipment (a home charger) is also open to individuals. Aichi Prefecture's "Charging Infrastructure Development Promotion Subsidy" (Reiwa 8 fiscal year) also covers ordinary detached houses. As a guide, normal charging (200V) is 1/4 of the installation cost, etc., capped at ¥100,000, and rapid charging is 1/3, capped at ¥500,000, with an application period from April 1, 2026 to February 15, 2027[Aichi Prefecture (in Japanese)]. It may end early once the budget cap is reached.
[Municipalities] Nagoya City and others
Municipalities within Aichi Prefecture may also have their own subsidies for EVs and charging equipment (Nagoya City and surrounding cities have examples). The amount, eligibility, and whether it is offered at all vary greatly by municipality and change from year to year. Search your city, ward, town, or village's official site for "EV subsidy" and "charging equipment subsidy" and confirm the latest information. You also need to check whether it can be combined with the national CEV subsidy or the prefectural charging equipment subsidy.
* For how to look up EV subsidies nationwide, see EV subsidies explained for all 47 prefectures, and for Tokyo's generous example, see Tokyo EV subsidy 2026.
Check the "tax" on EVs too (reductions in automobile tax)
Beyond subsidies, EVs also have preferences on the tax side.
- Environmental performance levy (at purchase): electric vehicles are exempt (a 0% rate).
- The greening special provision of the automobile tax: the portion for the fiscal year after new-car registration is reduced by roughly 75%.
In the future, to make up for the decline in gasoline tax revenue, a new tax on EVs (such as a distance-based tax) is being discussed. The future of EV taxation is explained in Is an EV a good buy now? (the 2026 automobile tax revision and the EV tax increase from 2028).
Is a subsidy taxed?
A subsidy an individual receives when buying a personal car is, for tax purposes, occasional income. However, occasional income has a ¥500,000 annual special deduction, and if it is within ¥500,000 combined with other occasional income, it is not taxed[National Tax Agency No.1490 (in Japanese)]. A subsidy received for business use (a sole proprietor or corporation) is in principle revenue (gross profit), and consideration of measures such as compressed entry (asset-value reduction accounting) is needed. In a year when the amount is large, check with a tax accountant.
Summary
FAQ
How much is the subsidy when you buy an EV in Aichi Prefecture?
For an individual's personal car, the national CEV subsidy is the center, and in the 2026 fiscal year it is up to ¥1.3 million for an EV (varying by vehicle type). Because Aichi Prefecture's vehicle-purchase subsidy is mainly for businesses, individuals should consider combining the national subsidy + the prefectural subsidy for charging equipment + municipal support.
Is there an EV purchase subsidy for individuals in Aichi Prefecture?
Aichi Prefecture's "Advanced Environment-Friendly Vehicle Introduction Promotion Subsidy" is centered on businesses such as small and medium enterprises, transport operators, and sole proprietors, and there is basically no prefecture's own purchase subsidy for an individual's personal car. The prefectural subsidy individuals can use is the one for home charging equipment.
Is there a subsidy for installing an EV charger at home?
Aichi Prefecture's charging infrastructure subsidy (Reiwa 8 fiscal year) also covers ordinary detached houses, with normal charging (200V) at 1/4 of the installation cost, etc., capped at ¥100,000, and rapid charging at 1/3, capped at ¥500,000, as a guide. The application period is April 2026 to February 2027, and it may end early once the budget is reached.
Is an EV subsidy taxed?
A subsidy an individual receives for a personal car is occasional income, and it is not taxed if it is within the ¥500,000 annual special deduction. A subsidy received for business use is in principle revenue (gross profit).
Reference links (sources)
This article is based on the following official materials (neutral, primary sources). Subsidy amounts, periods, and requirements change, and a program may end early at the budget cap, so always confirm the latest information before applying.
- Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry — Promotion of clean energy vehicles (CEV subsidy) (in Japanese)
- Aichi Prefecture — Advanced Environment-Friendly Vehicle Introduction Promotion Subsidy (in Japanese)
- Aichi Prefecture — Charging Infrastructure Development Promotion Subsidy (in Japanese)
- National Tax Agency No.1490 Occasional income (in Japanese)
* This article is general information, not advice on taxes or administrative procedures. For whether a subsidy applies, its amount, and the treatment of tax, please confirm with the office in charge of each program, your local government, a tax office, or a tax accountant.