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Data Centres

Powering performance in a digital world
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Driving value across the data centre lifecycle.

As cloud computing and AI reshape Japan's digital world, having the right data centre is crucial. We offer expert advice tailored to Japan's unique market, covering everything from technical regulations to operational needs.

Whether you're a global cloud provider or a local business, our teams assist with site selection, power access, lease agreements, and making your facility work better. We have deep market knowledge of Japan's power grid, seismic codes, and local approvals, helping you run your essential infrastructure in one of Asia's most advanced markets.

Ready to advance your data center strategy? Contact us today.

What Sets Us Apart

End-to-end lifecycle support

We guide data centre occupiers and investors through every phase of the real estate lifecycle. From site selection and due diligence to construction and facility optimisation, our integrated model ensures your strategy aligns with your operational goals and growth timelines across Japan.

Sector-specific expertise

Our specialists understand the unique power, cooling, connectivity, and seismic standards of Japanese data centres. We build solutions for hyperscale and enterprise clients that meet both technical demands and strict regulatory requirements in Tokyo, Osaka, and other key markets.

Connected to the market

Our strong relationships with operators, utilities, and local authorities across Japan accelerate site identification and streamline approvals. This gives our clients exclusive access to off-market opportunities, providing a critical advantage in supply-constrained markets.

Powered by intelligence

Our proprietary research offers real-time insights into power capacity, land availability, and pricing trends across Japan. This data empowers clients to evaluate expansion options, assess their competitive position, and make informed investment decisions with confidence.

Global reach, local execution

With teams in Tokyo and Osaka, we combine our global platform with deep local expertise. We deliver consistent, high-quality service that aligns with Japan's unique business practices and technical standards, ensuring seamless on-the-ground execution.

Performance-minded and future-focused

We design facilities focused on operational resilience, energy efficiency, and disaster recovery. Our solutions meet today's uptime needs while remaining adaptable for future technology and sustainability standards in the Japanese real estate market.

Services

Investor Services



Capital Markets


Our team connects investors with capital sources and opportunities across Japan. We provide acquisition and disposition advisory, joint venture structuring, and market intelligence to help you deploy capital strategically in this high-growth sector.

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Agency Leasing


Maximising data centre occupancy requires specialised expertise. We represent owners to secure hyperscale tenants, colocation clients, and enterprise users, optimising rental income and minimising vacancy through targeted marketing and lease negotiations.

Learn more about our agency leasing services

Asset Services


Our specialists optimise data centre performance through strategic oversight and operational improvements. We enhance asset value by implementing efficiency programmes, managing capital spend, and positioning facilities competitively in a dynamic market.

Learn more about our asset services

Valuation & Advisory


Our valuation experts understand the technical and market complexities of data centre assets. We provide comprehensive assessments to support acquisition decisions, portfolio reviews, financial reporting, and strategic planning initiatives.

Learn more about our valuation & advisory

Project & Development Services


We guide investors through the entire development process, from site acquisition and design to construction management and tenant delivery. Our teams ensure projects meet technical specifications, cost targets, and are positioned for successful lease-up.

Learn more about our project development services

Energy & Sustainability Services


We implement programmes that reduce power consumption, integrate renewables, and achieve green certifications. This enhances asset marketability while supporting long-term operational cost reduction and sustainability goals for your portfolio.


Occupier Services



Tenant Representation


We represent data centre occupiers, securing everything from colocation space to build-to-suit facilities. Our market intelligence and negotiation expertise ensure you get optimal terms, power allocations, and connectivity to support your digital infrastructure and manage costs.

Learn more about our tenant representation

Supply Chain & Logistics Advisory


Data centres require specialised logistics. We provide supply chain advisory to optimise facility access, coordinate vendor schedules, and ensure seamless equipment installation. This helps minimise deployment timelines and operational disruption.

Learn more about our supply chain & logistics advisory

Location & Labour Analytics


Site selection is critical. We analyse power, connectivity, seismic risk, and skilled labour access. Our analytics balance technical needs with operational efficiency, identifying ideal sites by evaluating cost structures and regulatory environments.

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Project & Development Services


From development to retrofits, we manage data centre projects with precision. Our teams oversee design, permitting, construction, and commissioning. We ensure projects meet technical specifications, stay on schedule, and are ready for immediate deployment.

Learn more about our project development services

Facility Services


Ongoing management ensures optimal data centre performance. We provide comprehensive services including preventive maintenance, vendor management, and compliance monitoring to extend asset life, reduce costs, and maintain uptime for mission-critical facilities.

Learn more about our integrated facilities management

Corporate Sustainability Services


Energy efficiency is vital for data centre operations. We implement sustainability strategies to reduce power consumption, optimise cooling, integrate renewables, and achieve green certifications. This supports ESG goals while lowering operational costs.

Team

Kosuke-Ogi
Kosuke Ogi

Executive Director
Chiyoda-ku, Japan

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Research

APAC Marketbeat
MarketBeat

Japan MarketBeat

Cushman & Wakefield MarketBeat reports analyze quarterly economic and commercial real estate activity including supply, demand and pricing trends at the market and submarket levels.
29/05/2026
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Insights • Technology

Asia Pacific Data Centre Construction Cost Guide

In this 2026 edition of the Data Centre Construction Cost Guide, we examine data centre development costs across key Asia Pacific markets and explore the major themes influencing cost escalation and development strategies.
Pritesh Swamy • 06/04/2026
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How the Middle East Conflict Is Shaping Asia Pacific’s Economy and Commercial Real Estate

The Middle East conflict has now persisted long enough that economic impacts are beginning to emerge.
Dominic Brown • 01/04/2026
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Research • Technology

Asia Pacific Data Centre Investment Landscape

Discover the Asia Pacific data centre investment landscape. This report covers 14 markets, exploring key fundamentals like population, CapEx, and yield-on-cost.
Pritesh Swamy • 11/06/2025
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Re-Evaluating U.S. Office Investments: Is the Sector Stabilizing?

Higher cap rates on office acquisitions and the stabilization in office space availability are luring investment back and causing lending on office properties to rapidly increase.
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Research • Economy

Trump 2.0 The First 100 Days Implications for the Economy & Property

Trump 2.0—The First 100 Days explores the early economic and commercial real estate implications of President Trump’s 2025 policy agenda.
Rebecca Rockey • 30/04/2025
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Insights • Economy

Tariffs and the Impact on Asia Pacific

As it stands today (early-March 2025), President Trump has imposed a circa 20% tariff on all Chinese goods imported to the U.S. This is on top of the roughly 10% that was already in place under Trump’s first term and continued by the Biden Administration. 
Kevin Thorpe • 10/03/2025
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Sustainability Megatrends

Navigating the evolving landscape of sustainable real estate requires keeping up with the latest megatrends.
Rachel Schiftan • 16/08/2024
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Research • Economy

APAC Capital Markets Midyear Outlook

Recent rapid interest rate hikes have tempered economic expansion, yet growth remains resilient throughout the region. 
Dominic Brown • 08/08/2024
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Research • Economy

APAC Macro Outlook

Gain insights with the APAC Macro Outlook 2024 report: Economic trends, sector performance, and opportunities in the dynamic Asia Pacific region.
Dominic Brown • 30/07/2024
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Frequently Asked Questions

Choosing the right site requires evaluating power availability, connectivity, and local risks. We help you assess grid capacity, network infrastructure, land costs, and municipal regulations to find locations that align with your operational needs and deployment schedule.

A region's power grid can present unique challenges, from capacity constraints to high energy costs. We help you evaluate power availability, secure reliable capacity through agreements, assess backup generation needs, and navigate utility and regulatory requirements for your mission-critical facilities.

Data centres must adhere to various building codes, safety regulations, environmental standards, and data protection laws. We guide clients through these complex compliance frameworks, from initial permit applications to ongoing regulatory obligations, ensuring your facility meets all necessary standards.

Effective lease negotiation requires a deep understanding of power commitments, service level agreements (SLAs), and expansion options. We structure and negotiate terms that address your technical requirements, secure uptime guarantees, and protect your operational flexibility while managing costs.

Sustainability is a key priority for modern data centres, driven by ESG goals, high energy costs, and regulations. We help you implement strategies like renewable energy procurement and cooling optimisation to reduce your environmental impact, lower operational costs, and improve your Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE).

We deliver coordinated expansion strategies by leveraging our global presence and local market expertise. Our integrated services include market evaluation, site identification, lease negotiation, and project management across multiple locations to ensure consistent standards and help you scale your infrastructure efficiently.

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