The entry of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) into Japan's southwestern island of Kyushu has catalyzed the development of a semiconductor industry hub known as "Silicon Island." This growth has attracted a rush of investment firms and banks from both Taiwan and Japan, eager to support the region's expanding semiconductor ecosystem.

Events such as the Kumamoto Semiconductor Venture Pitch, featuring startups like LINK-US, highlight the burgeoning local industry. The influx of funding underscores the strategic importance of Kyushu as a center for semiconductor innovation and manufacturing.

This development marks a significant step in Japan's efforts to bolster its semiconductor capabilities amid global industry shifts.

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The startup LINK-US participates in the Kumamoto Semiconductor Venture Pitch event in February. (Photo by Shotaro Mori)