NTT to build 1-trillion-yen Anthropic data center in Osaka
NTT Data Group announced final adjustments for a data center in southern Osaka Prefecture for Anthropic, the U.S. AI lab behind Claude. Reports cite a construction cost of up to 1 trillion yen, making it one of Japan’s largest power-receiving facilities. The project remains in planning stages, with no finalized specifications or timelines, according to Nikkei and Reuters sources.
Key points
- NTT Data Group finalizing plans for a 1-trillion-yen data center in Osaka for Anthropic
- Facility expected to have one of Japan’s largest power reception capacities, per reports
- Project aims to support Claude’s deployment in Japan, though local data processing not confirmed
Anthropic’s decision reflects growing demand for AI infrastructure as generative models scale. The facility would support Claude’s deployment in Japan, though Anthropic has not confirmed whether data processing will stay local. NTT’s move aligns with its broader push into the Kansai region’s data center market, following its 2026 opening of the Keihanna OSK11 center in Kyoto. The investment underscores the shift from model development to physical infrastructure as AI adoption accelerates.
NTT to Build Data Center for Anthropic in Osaka! The Impact of a Potential 1 Trillion Yen AI Hub on Japan
note.com · 13 October 2026
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