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Technology · Software & cloud · published 2026-10-09 · via DataCenterDynamics

Digital Realty breaks ground on KIX15 data center in Osaka

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Digital Realty has started construction on KIX15 at its Osaka campus in Japan. The facility will add 24MW of capacity.

Expanded Detail

Digital Realty has begun building KIX15 at its existing Osaka campus in Japan. The project is planned to add 24 megawatts of capacity, according to the available details. The announcement places the facility within the company’s broader Osaka presence and reflects ongoing development of data center infrastructure tied to cloud and software services. Because the material is limited, no further specifics about timeline, design, tenants, or local impact are available.

Context

The added capacity could help support rising demand for cloud and digital services in the region, potentially benefiting businesses and consumers that depend on them. It may also create opportunities for local suppliers and workers involved in data center operations or construction. At the same time, expanded facilities may raise questions about energy use and infrastructure planning, though the actual effects would depend on how the site is built and operated.

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