Potential semiconductor hubs in Japan: Kyushu, Tohoku, and Hokkaido
Market researcher TrendForce has come out with its latest study on how Japan is attempting to establish advanced semiconductor manufacturing during this geopolitical upheavals.
TrendForce Has identified three potential semiconductor hubs that might emerge in Japan, located in Kyushu, Tohoku, and Hokkaido.
Below are the more details shared by TrendForce on the potential of each of these places: I. Kyushu Kyushu has swiftly ascended as a semiconductor hotspot, thanks in part to the advent of JASM (TSMC’s Kumamoto Plant). Even prior to TSMC’s entry, Sony and SUMCO, a behemoth in raw wafer production, have been operating in the region for several years. Additionally, numerous small and medium-sized semiconductor-related enterprises have established themselves in the region, rightfully earning Kyushu the title of "Silicon Island." With JASM slated for completion, it is set to house one of the most advanced semiconductor factories in the region, embracing manufacturing processes ranging from 12 to 28nm. Even a future migration to more advanced processes is on the table depending on customer demand. Given its strategic location adjacent to Sony’s existing CIS factory, and considering Sony’s stake in JASM, expect a synergy that strengthens their collaboration in semiconductor ma...
Below are the more details shared by TrendForce on the potential of each of these places: I. Kyushu Kyushu has swiftly ascended as a semiconductor hotspot, thanks in part to the advent of JASM (TSMC’s Kumamoto Plant). Even prior to TSMC’s entry, Sony and SUMCO, a behemoth in raw wafer production, have been operating in the region for several years. Additionally, numerous small and medium-sized semiconductor-related enterprises have established themselves in the region, rightfully earning Kyushu the title of "Silicon Island." With JASM slated for completion, it is set to house one of the most advanced semiconductor factories in the region, embracing manufacturing processes ranging from 12 to 28nm. Even a future migration to more advanced processes is on the table depending on customer demand. Given its strategic location adjacent to Sony’s existing CIS factory, and considering Sony’s stake in JASM, expect a synergy that strengthens their collaboration in semiconductor ma...
You've read this far — sign in to keep reading