Corporate Donations to Takikawa City: A Step Towards Regional Development

On April 28, 2026, PlanBase Co., Ltd., known for its management and grant consulting services for small and medium-sized enterprises, received a letter of appreciation from Takikawa City, Hokkaido. This acknowledgment was awarded during a ceremony held at the Takikawa City Hall, recognizing PlanBase's contributions through the corporate hometown tax initiative.

Background of the Donation

PlanBase has made significant strides in supporting national companies in procuring funds and fostering growth. The firm specializes in helping businesses navigate the complex landscape of grant applications and management challenges. Through these activities, they aim to encourage corporate challenges, which they believe will create sustainable regional development by generating new industries and job opportunities.

Takikawa City, located in Hokkaido’s Sorachi region and characterized by the confluence of the Ishikari and Sorachi rivers, envisions itself as an "international rural city to be proud of worldwide." The city has set fundamental strategic goals, focusing on the development and support of local industries and job creation. Their initiatives include aiding businesses engaged in creating new industries and supporting local high school and university students in finding employment within the city.

The specific initiatives supported through this corporate donation include:

- Corporate Collaboration Support
- Industrial Creation Support
- Securing Industrial Talent

PlanBase's mission of supporting corporate challenges and connecting people with work aligns closely with the city’s objectives. The donation made by PlanBase is aimed at energizing Takikawa City’s growth and enhancing employment opportunities.

Details of the Ceremony

The ceremony signifying the receipt of the letter of appreciation included notable attendees such as Mayor Yasuyoshi Maeda from Takikawa City and Takashi Takemura, the president of PlanBase.

The corporate hometown tax program allows businesses to contribute to local public projects recognized by the government. In return for these contributions, companies can benefit from substantial tax deductions. This system not only reduces tax liabilities significantly—potentially up to 90% of the donation amount—but also allows companies to directly address local issues in partnership with municipal governments.

Unlike personal hometown tax schemes, which often offer gifts in return for contributions, corporate donations focus solely on enhancing local community development. This initiative has seen growing participation from companies nationwide, eager to make a tangible impact in addressing regional challenges.

About PlanBase Co., Ltd.

PlanBase is a Tokyo University-affiliated consulting company dedicated to providing support for grant applications and management consulting to small and medium-sized enterprises. With over 1,500 successfully supported grant applications and a cumulative endorsement amount exceeding 20 billion yen, PlanBase is a recognized entity in the field. Their team includes various experts, such as certified small business consultants and administrative scriveners, who are well-equipped to address a wide range of management challenges.

Company Information:

- Name: PlanBase Co., Ltd.
- CEO: Takashi Takemura
- Head Office: 6F, The Portal, 2-8-8 Iwamoto-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
- Nagoya Office: 11F, Dainagoya Building, 3-28-12 Nagoya Station, Nakamura-ku, Aichi
- Osaka Office: 6F, Shinosaka Dai 3 Dobi Building, 1-8-24 Nishinomiya-hara, Yodogawa-ku, Osaka
- Sendai Office: 5F, Sendai Kaikan 2-2-10 Chuo Aoba-ku, Miyagi
- Website: https://planbase.co.jp/