Japan (Government)

government

Last mentioned: Mar 11, 2026

Timeline

  1. Strategic Target

    Japan aims to reach 40 trillion yen in annual semiconductor sales.

  2. Rapidus Milestone

    Target date for mass production of 2nm logic chips in Hokkaido.

  3. TSMC Expansion

    TSMC opens its first major fabrication plant in Kumamoto (JASM).

  4. Strategy Launch

    METI unveils the National Strategy for Semiconductors and Digital Industry.

  5. Baseline Year

    Japan records 5 trillion yen in domestic semiconductor sales.

Stories mentioning Japan (Government) 1

market-trends Bullish

Japan Targets 8x Semiconductor Sales Growth by 2040 in Global Rebound

Japan has unveiled an ambitious long-term strategy to increase its domestic semiconductor sales eightfold by 2040, targeting approximately 40 trillion yen ($265 billion). This aggressive roadmap underscores the nation's commitment to reclaiming its status as a global chip powerhouse through massive state subsidies and strategic partnerships.

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