Mar 19, 2026 | Posted by Abdul-Rahman Oladimeji
EdgeConneX has begun construction on a new data center outside Osaka, Japan. The company announced this week that it is developing its first 200MW, AI-ready campus in Greater Osaka in partnership with Kagoya Asset Management.
The Kyotanabe campus will cover 130,000 sqm (1.4 million sq ft), with the first 28 MW phase expected online by Q1 2028. It will feature liquid cooling.
“Breaking ground on our first data center campus in Japan is a landmark moment for EdgeConneX and a significant step in our strategy to bring advanced, AI-ready infrastructure to this critical market,” said Sam Lee, managing director, market & commercial development APAC at EdgeConneX.
"With a combined 350MW of capacity planned for the Greater Osaka region, we are well-positioned to support the next wave of cloud and AI adoption, helping to establish Osaka as a top destination for cutting-edge IT infrastructure."
The company is also developing in Yawata, a city located in Kyoto Prefecture, in partnership with Keihan Real Estate. The first 36MW phase of that project is due to go live in 2028.
“We are proud to stand alongside EdgeConneX as they reach this pivotal milestone in the Kansai region," said Sadahiro Kitagawa, president & representative director, Kagoya Asset Management.
"The development of a large-scale AI-ready campus in Greater Osaka is a testament to Japan's growing need for robust, next-generation digital infrastructure. By introducing this level of capacity and technical sophistication, EdgeConneX is not only strengthening the local ecosystem but also empowering businesses to accelerate their digital transformation and embrace the future of AI with confidence."
