# Sony and TSMC sign MOU for image sensor joint venture in Japan

Sony Semiconductor Solutions and TSMC signed a non-binding MOU to form a strategic partnership for next-generation image sensors. They plan to establish a joint venture with Sony as majority shareholder, setting up development and production lines in Sony's new fab in Koshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan.

- Type: Partnership
- Announced: 2026-05-08
- Where: Koshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
- Status: announced
- Products: next-generation image sensors
- Sectors: [Semiconductors and Industrial Electronics](https://endata.com/sectors/semiconductors-electronics.md)

## Companies

- [Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation](https://endata.com/companies/23480.md) (partner)
- [Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company](https://endata.com/companies/27337.md) (partner)

## Sources

- [sony-semicon.com](https://www.sony-semicon.com/en/news/2026/2026050801.html), 2026-05-08: "This JV is a significant initiative that brings together the strengths of both companies and aims to drive further advancement in technology and business within the next-generation image sensor field."

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