The Kyushu Economic Federation (KEF) was established in April 1961 in Fukuoka as Japan’s fourth regional comprehensive economic organization after Keidanren (Tokyo), Kansai (Osaka) and Chubu (Nagoya). Since its inception, KEF has played a crucial role in bolstering the automobile and semiconductor industries, facilitating rapid transportation networks (expressways and bullet trains), and establishing a unified organization to promote tourism in all of Kyushu.

As both the Japanese economy and social situation steadily recover and normalize post-COVID-19, further growth is anticipated through increased inbound tourism and expanded investment.

Notably, the entry of TSMC, the world’s leading semiconductor foundry, into Kyushu has spurred significant capital investments, particularly in semiconductorrelated industries. Seizing this opportunity to realize the vision of "The New Silicon Island Kyushu" is vital not only for driving Kyushu’s economic growth but also for contributing to Japan's national economic growth and economic security.

Tourism and agriculture are also key industries in Kyushu. Starting in 2023, we are hosting the international cycling race "Tour de Kyushu" annually to promote inbound tourism and raise global awareness of Kyushu. Additionally, we are working to expand the exportation of Kyushu’s agricultural products worldwide.

Kyushu is blessed with numerous advantages: abundant tourism resources, a favorable environment for the semiconductor industry, thriving primary industries, and clean, affordable energy resources. Leveraging these strengths, we will do our utmost to revitalize Kyushu and Japan.

We invite you to explore the high economic potential of Kyushu and look forward to the opportunity to work with you.

Chairman Kyushu Economic Federation
(Chairperson, Kyushu Electric Power Co.,Inc.)

Kazuhiro Ikebe