About This Fund
Japan DC Partners I LP is Ares Management Corporation's inaugural fund dedicated to data center investment and development in Japan. With approximately US$2.4 billion (¥350 billion) in total equity commitments, the fund positions Ares as a significant player in Japan's data center market, aiming to meet the rapidly growing demand driven by cloud computing and artificial intelligence applications. The fund will invest in the development of three data center campuses in Greater Tokyo, collectively expected to deliver nearly 240MW of IT load. These facilities will incorporate strong sustainability standards, including renewable-enabled power sourcing and advanced cooling systems aligned with leading water efficiency protocols. Development and operations will be managed by Ada Infrastructure, Ares' global data center platform acquired through the GCP International transaction. Ada brings a dedicated team of over 70 professionals with deep expertise in executing complex data center projects, ensuring the successful realization of the fund's objectives.