The Future of Quantum Computing Pioneered by Japan’s Semiconductor Industry
Expanding Efforts in Semiconductor-Based Quantum Computing
Development in semiconductor-based quantum computers is accelerating globally, with an increasing number of experimental trials underway. In Japan, too, the circle of collaboration is steadily expanding as more companies—including major semiconductor firms—express support for our initiatives.
Japan’s semiconductor sector offers a deep and robust foundation with its extensive supply chains, rich pool of talent, and well-established research infrastructure. These strengths set it apart from traditional quantum computing development models. We are now witnessing a growing desire across the industry to build quantum computers, and expertise is being shared across various domains, including theory, software, middleware, and peripheral technologies.
The Strength of an Integrated Approach
Our company has experience developing across all layers—from applications to hardware. This allows us to take a holistic and well-balanced approach to development, accelerating progress efficiently. Building on years of engagement with SEMI Japan, we are deepening our collaboration with corporate groups, voluntary collectives, and local governments.
While our partners belong to different industry organizations, we aim to establish flexible cooperative frameworks that contribute to the growth of the entire ecosystem.
Advancing Toward Mass Production
Multiple technological areas are essential to realizing mass production:
- Various semiconductor manufacturing tools
- Process technologies
- Front-end material development
- Back-end processes such as packaging
Recently, more companies specializing in packaging and back-end processes have joined our efforts, further propelling the transition from research to scalable manufacturing of quantum computers.
Welcoming Broad Industry Participation
We also offer technology infrastructure including cloud platforms and middleware. We are actively seeking participation from a wide range of companies, especially those working at the application layer. Given the significant investment required to develop semiconductor-based quantum computers, the involvement of companies with both technical capacity and long-term commitment is essential.
Shaping the Future Together
There remain many theoretical challenges to be addressed. By working together as an industry, we can overcome these hurdles and accelerate the advancement of Japan-originated semiconductor quantum computing technologies. We look forward to partnering with those ready to take on this exciting challenge and help pioneer the future.