Central Government Promotes Regional Shift for Data Center Growth in Akita
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Updated Oct 1
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What happened
The central government is promoting a shift away from urban centers in Japan. Data center construction is expanding into regional areas, with Akita and Hokkaido emerging as potential hubs. Local governments are stepping up efforts to attract operators, noting that securing land and sufficient electricity is easier in regional areas than in urban locations.
From nippon.com
Why it matters
The policy supports the expansion of data center infrastructure outside of major metropolitan areas like Tokyo. Regional areas are being positioned to attract large-scale technology investment by offering easier access to land and electricity.
From nippon.com
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Akita
capital city of Akita prefecture, Japan
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