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2026-04-01Daily life
⚡ Energy Subsidy Ends
Electricity & gas bills up ¥3,000+/month from April
+¥3,000
Monthly increase
4月〜
Subsidy ended
3.98
Surcharge (¥/kWh)
All
Affected
❓ What's changing?
The government's electricity and gas price subsidy program ended with March 2026 usage. From April usage onward, unsubsidized rates apply, with average households facing ¥3,000+ monthly increases.
💰 What the subsidy covered (ended)
- ●Electricity: ¥1.5–3.0/kWh subsidy based on usage
- ●Gas: ¥15/m³ subsidy
- ●Implemented gradually since January 2023
- ●Fully ended with March 2026 usage
📈 Renewable energy surcharge hits record
The renewable energy surcharge reaches a record ¥3.98/kWh in FY2026. About ¥1,700/month for a standard household. Combined with the subsidy ending, it's a double hit.
💡 Saving tips
- ✓Consider switching electricity providers (use comparison sites like enechange)
- ✓Upgrade to energy-efficient appliances (subsidies available)
- ✓Clean AC filters for better efficiency
- ✓Switch to LED lighting
- ✓Review your contracted amperage
💡 Key points to know
1Subsidy end means ¥3,000+/month increase
2Renewable surcharge hits record ¥3.98/kWh
3Switching providers can save tens of thousands yearly
4Some municipalities offer their own subsidies (check locally)