Kumamoto Prefecture has opened dedicated donation accounts to support residents affected by the 2026 Kumamoto earthquake. If you’d like to contribute — whether you’re living here or supporting Kumamoto from abroad — here’s everything you need to know. The donation window runs until March 31, 2027 (extended from the original deadline due to continued public support).
Bank Transfer Options
You can donate by bank transfer to any of the three accounts below. The account name for all transfers is 令和8年熊本地震義援金（熊本県）熊本県知事 木村 敬. Double-check the account name and reading (furigana) carefully before submitting your transfer. Note that in-branch transfer fees are waived at the same bank (ATM fees still apply).
| Bank | Branch | Account Type | Account No. | Bank Code | Branch Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 肥後銀行 (Higo Bank) | 県庁支店 (Kencho Branch) | 普通 (Savings) | 1700669 | 0182 | 159 |
| 熊本銀行 (Kumamoto Bank) | 本店営業部 (Main Branch) | 普通 (Savings) | 3248230 | 0587 | 100 |
| ゆうちょ銀行 (Japan Post Bank) | — | — | 00930-7-335964 | — | — |
Donating from Overseas
International wire transfers to Higo Bank are supported. Use the details below:
- Bank: The Higo Bank, Ltd.
- Branch: Kencho Branch
- Branch Address: 6-18-1 Suizenji, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto-shi, Kumamoto 862-0950, Japan
- SWIFT Code: HIGOJPJT
- Account No.: 159-1700669
- Beneficiary Name: REIWA HACHINEN KUMAMOTOJISHIN GIENKIN
- Beneficiary Address: 6-18-1 Suizenji, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto-shi, Kumamoto 862-8570, Japan
Donating in Person
Donation boxes are set up at 15 locations across the prefecture, including the Kumamoto Prefectural Government building (1F Information Plaza), regional offices, and the Kumamoto Prefectural Art Museum. In-person donations are accepted on weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at most locations; the art museum accepts donations from 9:30 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. (closed Mondays). Please note that large quantities of coins cannot be accepted.
Tax Deductions
Donations qualify for a tax deduction (寄付金控除) for individuals, and as a loss deduction (損金算入) for corporations under Japanese tax law. Your bank transfer receipt or Japan Post slip can serve as proof for your tax filing. For details on how much you can deduct, contact your nearest tax office (税務署). If you need an official donation receipt issued by the prefecture, download the request form from the Kumamoto Prefecture website, enclose it with a self-addressed stamped envelope (¥110 stamp), and mail it to the Health and Welfare Policy Division.
Donations can also be made through the Japanese Red Cross Kumamoto chapter and Kumamoto Community Chest. Every contribution helps earthquake-affected residents get back on their feet.
Source: Kumamoto Prefecture
