The United Arab Emirates is considering an investment of as much as ¥1 trillion (about US$6.3 billion) to build an artificial intelligence (AI) data center in Japan, according to a person familiar with the matter. The plan is being weighed by a UAE-linked fund, though specific details such as the final investment size, project location within Japan, timeline, and partners have not been disclosed in the available reporting. The proposal is described as an AI-focused data center investment, suggesting intent to support compute and related infrastructure used for AI operations. As presented, the information reflects early-stage consideration rather than a confirmed commitment. No further specifics are provided in the reports, including whether negotiations are under way with Japanese developers, utilities, or technology providers, or how the investment would be structured. The consideration of the potential project indicates ongoing interest from international investors in Japan’s data infrastructure and technology ecosystem.