Quantinuum and RIKEN have announced that the “Reimei” trapped-ion quantum computer is now fully operational at RIKEN’s Wako campus in Japan. Installed in a world-class facility, Reimei provides Japanese researchers with direct access to Quantinuum’s high-performance quantum computing technology, known for its unique qubit movement architecture and high-fidelity operations.
The deal was originally announced in January 2024 with a planned installation date of early 2025, which Quantinuum has met. The Reimei processor is based upon Quantinuum’s 20 qubit H1 design, but it also includes a unique feature set that supports advanced application and error correction research.
Reimei will integrate with RIKEN’s Fugaku supercomputer to form a quantum-HPC hybrid platform designed for advanced computations beyond the reach of classical systems. This installation is part of a project commissioned by Japan’s New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO), aiming to accelerate quantum research and applications. Quantinuum will also collaborate with RIKEN to advance quantum-HPC research and foster Japan’s quantum computing ecosystem.
This marks Quantinuum’s first on-premise deployment outside the U.S., reinforcing its global strategy and Japan’s commitment to quantum innovation.
For more information, visit Quantinuum’s press release here.
February 11, 2025
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