Why Kyoto is Hosting NTT DATA's Newest AI-Ready Data Centre

Datacentremagazine · Apr 13, 2026 · 589 words · By Saffron Humphreys

AI Readiness Digital Infrastructure Expansion Regional Economic Development

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NTT DATA has announced the opening of the Keihanna OSK11 data centre in Kyoto, Japan. The facility is designed to support AI workloads and cloud computing, providing 30MW of IT capacity and redundant power and cooling systems to serve the Kansai region.

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Techniques found 2

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What happened

Why Kyoto is Hosting NTT DATA's Newest AI-Ready Data Centre NTT DATA has announced the opening of its Keihanna OSK11 data centre in Kyoto, Japan, adding a new site to its global data centre network.

Why it matters

Their facility is designed as an AI-ready environment, built to handle rising demand for cloud computing and AI workloads.

Common ground

OSK11 strengthens digital infrastructure in the Kansai region, which is a major economic hub including the cities Osaka, Kyoto, Nara and Kobe – all areas seeing fast growth in data centre development.

Perspective signals

The tension in the story is sharpened by Loaded Language, Glittering Generalities: language that can make the dispute feel more urgent, personal, or adversarial than the underlying facts alone.

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Low risk. This article shows minimal use of propaganda techniques.

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eFinder identified 2 propaganda techniques in this article. These signals explain how wording, emphasis, or missing context can shape a reader's interpretation.

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Glittering Generalities 70% confidence

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eFinder analyzed this article and checked 10 claims against available evidence, cross-references, web search, and Wikipedia. Here is what the fact-checking layer found.

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Claim 1: “NTT DATA has announced the opening of its Keihanna OSK11 data centre in Kyoto, Japan”

CORROBORATED

The opening of the Keihanna OSK11 data centre in Kyoto is confirmed by multiple independent sources, including NTT DATA Group, DCD, and Datacentremagazine.

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web search NEUTRAL — Keihanna OSK11 Data Center is opened in Kyoto, strengthening NTT DATA's footprint in data center markets. This next-generation facility delivers 30MW of IT capacity to support growing demand for AI an…
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/nttdata_nttdata-digitaltransf…

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web search NEUTRAL — Tokyo, Japan - April 9, 2026 - NTT DATA, a global leader in AI, digital business and technology services, today announced the official opening of its Keihanna OSK11 Data Center in Kyoto, Japan.
https://www.nttdata.com/global/en/news/press-release/2026/ap…

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web search NEUTRAL — The company this week announced the official opening of its Keihanna OSK11 Data Center in Kyoto.The air-cooled facility, NTT’s 14th in Japan and operated by NTT Global Data Centers, offers 30MW of IT …
https://www.datacenterdynamics.com/en/news/ntt-launches-data…

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Claim 2: “The OSK11 facility sits within the Osaka-Kyoto corridor”

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Multiple sources, including NTT DATA's official site and press releases, explicitly state the facility is located in the Osaka-Kyoto corridor.

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web search NEUTRAL — Located in the Osaka–Kyoto corridor, OSK11 provides geographic diversity beyond Tokyo while reinforcing a fast-growing digital hub spanning Osaka, Kyoto, Nara and Kobe.
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/doug-adams-a9b45_last-week-we…

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web search NEUTRAL — OSK11 Data Center: Scalable, secure capacity in the Kansai Region.For organizations expanding across the Osaka–Kyoto corridor, OSK11 provides a scalable, globally governed colocation environment align…
https://services.global.ntt/en-us/services-and-products/glob…

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web search NEUTRAL — Strategically located in the Osaka-Kyoto corridor, OSK11 delivers 30MW of IT capacity and provides a highly resilient, scalable platform for both hyperscalers and enterprise customers.
https://www.nttdata.com/global/en/news/press-release/2026/ap…

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Claim 3: “Carrier-neutral connectivity is another key feature in the data centre”

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The claim is mentioned in one LinkedIn source, but no other evidence was provided in the search results to corroborate it.

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Claim 4: “The launch of OSK11 adds to NTT Global Data Centers’ portfolio of more than 160 facilities across over 20 countries”

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The claim regarding the portfolio of 160+ facilities is mentioned in one LinkedIn source, but no other evidence was provided to corroborate the specific number.

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Claim 5: “The facility includes dual power substations”

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Both the official NTT DATA product page and a LinkedIn announcement confirm the facility features dual power substations.

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web search NEUTRAL — Keihanna OSK11 Data Center will supply a total of 30MW of IT load and provide server-room space of 10,900m².30MW of IT load, with dual power substations through diversified paths. Icon denoting Connec…
https://services.global.ntt/en-us/services-and-products/glob…

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web search NEUTRAL — OSK11 is designed for performance and resilience, featuring dual power substations, N+1 cooling, carrier-neutral connectivity and 24/7 security. It becomes NTT DATA’s 14th data centre in Japan and add…
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/doug-adams-a9b45_last-week-we…

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web search NEUTRAL — 33/11 kV Substation Equipment. The substation would be a combination of switching, controlling, and voltage step-down equipment arranged to reduce sub-transmission voltage to primary distribution volt…
https://electrical-engineering-portal.com/download-center/bo…

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Claim 6: “OSK11 strengthens digital infrastructure in the Kansai region, which is a major economic hub including the cities Osaka, Kyoto, Nara and Kobe”

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Wikipedia and travel guides confirm that the Kansai region is a major hub including Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, and Kobe.

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web search NEUTRAL — While the use of the terms "Kansai" and "Kinki" have changed over history, in most modern contexts the use of the two terms is interchangeable. The term "Kinai", once synonymous with Kinki, now refers…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kansai_region

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web search NEUTRAL — Kansai Region. From Kyoto’s temples to Osaka’s food-filled streets: Japan’s cultural epicenter.It used to be the political and cultural center of Japan for many centuries and includes the cities of Ky…
https://www.japan-guide.com/list/e1105.html

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web search NEUTRAL — Cities covered: Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, Kobe, Himeji, Hieizan, and Koyasan. Refer to the complete Kansai Thru Pass transport list for more details. Who is it for?
https://www.klook.com/en-PH/blog/kansai-travel-passes/

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Claim 7: “The cooling is delivered through an N+1 air-cooled chiller design”

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While one source (LinkedIn) mentions 'N+1 cooling', the other web results provided for this claim are general definitions of chillers and not specific to OSK11. Only one specific source confirms the N+1 air-cooled chiller design for this site.

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web search NEUTRAL — The new guide supports scalable data center designs up to a 1-GW AI factory using air-cooled chillers. It outlines a thermal cooling architecture combining high-efficiency air-cooled YORK centrifugal …
https://refindustry.com/news/market-news/johnson-controls-ex…

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web search NEUTRAL — Whats the difference between an Air-Cooled Chiller and a Water-Cooled Chiller? What are the main components of a chiller?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q-Oooe0G7_c

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web search NEUTRAL — Air-cooled chillers for these facilities are designed with energy-efficient components such as variable-speed compressors, heat exchangers, and fan systems that reduce energy consumption while maintai…
https://www.ekg.com.my/showproducts/productid/5784213/aircoo…

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Claim 8: “OSK11 delivers 30MW of IT capacity”

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The 30MW IT capacity is consistently reported across multiple independent sources including LinkedIn, Data Centre Magazine, and NTT DATA Group.

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web search NEUTRAL — OSK11 delivers 30MW of IT capacity – this level of capacity supports both hyperscalers and enterprise customers managing their own IT environments.
https://datacentremagazine.com/news/ntt-data-opens-ai-ready-…

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web search NEUTRAL — Strategically located in the Osaka–Kyoto corridor, OSK11 delivers 30MW of IT capacity and provides a highly resilient, scalable platform for both hyperscalers and enterprise customers.
https://finance.yahoo.com/sectors/technology/articles/ntt-da…

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Claim 9: “Security is addressed through 24/7 on-site operations and multi-factor access controls”

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The claim is mentioned in one LinkedIn source, but no other evidence was provided in the search results to corroborate it.

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Claim 10: “The site marks NTT DATA’s fourteenth data centre in Japan”

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The claim that this is the 14th data centre in Japan is reported by w.media and DCD.

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web search NEUTRAL — NTT DATA, a global provider of AI, digital business and technology services, has announced the official opening of its Keihanna OSK11 Data Center in Kyoto, Japan. The facility delivers 30MW of IT capa…
https://w.media/ntt-data-opens-new-data-center-in-japans-kan…

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web search NEUTRAL — NTT DATA has opened its Keihanna OSK11 data centre in Kyoto, expanding its global footprint and strengthening AI-ready infrastructure in Japan’s Kansai region.
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/doug-adams-a9b45_last-week-we…

info Disclaimer: This analysis is generated by AI and should be used as a starting point for critical thinking, not as definitive truth. Claims are verified against publicly available sources. Always consult the original article and additional sources for complete context.