EdgeConneX, a global pioneer in build- to-suit and build -to-density data center solutions, is pleased to announce the acquisition of a second data center site in the Osaka and Yawata regions of Japan , bringing the total installed capacity of the data center platform to 350 kilowatts of utility power and further demonstrating the region’s significant scalability potential. Upon completion, the second site will add 150 kilowatts of capacity, surpassing the previously announced 200 kilowatt project in Japan.
On August 7, the company held a signing ceremony with the landowner, Keihan Real Estate, a comprehensive developer built on Keihan’s century-old railway roots. Keihan Group, led by Keihan Real Estate, comprises 50 companies with core businesses spanning transportation, real estate, retail distribution, and leisure/services.
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This expansion milestone follows EdgeConneX’s announcement of its first project in Japan in January 2025. Construction on the 200-kilowatt facility is scheduled to begin in early 2026, with first-phase operations expected to begin by the fourth quarter of 2027.
Just over six months after entering the Japanese market in January 2025, EdgeConneX has achieved a total campus capacity of 350 kilowatts across two state-of-the-art data center projects. Both sites are strategically positioned to meet the surging demand for cloud computing and high-density AI infrastructure in one of Asia’s fastest-growing digital markets. Upon completion, EdgeConneX will become one of the largest data centers in the Kansai region, further solidifying Osaka’s position as a hub for cutting-edge IT infrastructure and aligning with Japan’s vision of a “Digital Garden City Nation.”
“We are pleased to see our vision for Japan taking shape so quickly and achieving significant milestones. With these two facilities, we aim not only to meet the growing demand for advanced IT infrastructure, but also to solidify Japan’s position as a global leader in cloud computing and AI technology. This is an exciting chapter for EdgeConneX and the broader Osaka ecosystem.” – Masahiko Inoue, Head of EdgeConneX Japan
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EdgeConneX remains committed to achieving net-zero carbon, waste, and water emissions by 2030, and all of its facilities are currently powered by renewable energy. These efforts earned the company the highest rankings in both the efficiency and transparency categories in Structure Research’s 2023 and 2024 State of the Environmental Impact reports .
“Our rapid expansion in Japan demonstrates our commitment to supporting the country’s digital transformation. By blending world-class technology, sustainability, and innovation, EdgeConneX is uniquely positioned to address the needs of power-constrained, high-growth markets like Japan. These projects demonstrate our ability to deliver scalable, reliable, and environmentally friendly solutions for an AI-driven future.” – Sam Lee, Managing Director of Marketing and Business Development, EdgeConneX
Leveraging EdgeConneX’s expertise in AI and next-generation data center design, these facilities, powered by the company’s high-density Ingenuity product suite , can handle workloads exceeding 600 kW per rack, supporting the most advanced NVIDIA, AMD, and Intel deployments. Their strategic location in the Osaka metropolitan area, combined with Japan’s burgeoning digital economy, has made the country a key hub for cloud computing and AI providers.
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