**NanoTerasu Hosts Pre-Launch Showcase Ahead of Full-Scale 400 mA Operation — Special Demonstration Offering a First-Hand Experience of World-Class Synchrotron Light —**
On November 24, the day before the start of full-scale operations, NanoTerasu opened to the media the process of increasing the storage ring current from 200 mA to 400 mA. During the demonstration at the public beamline BL06U, participants observed the moment of current ramp-up while an actual synchrotron radiation experiment was underway.
In July 2025, NanoTerasu achieved a major technological breakthrough, succeeding in stable 400 mA operation (Press Release, September 5, 2025: “Successful Early Achievement of Stable 400 mA Storage Ring Operation at NanoTerasu”). After confirming that no issues occurred during long-duration operation, the facility advanced the schedule by four months and is beginning user operations at 400 mA from November 25, 2025.
With this full-scale launch, synchrotron radiation with brightness 100 times higher than existing facilities in Japan—and among the highest in the world—will become fully accessible. This is expected to significantly accelerate cutting-edge research and development in next-generation devices, materials science, and life sciences, while further promoting innovation creation.
Related Media Coverage (English Renderings)
OX TV Sendai (Sendai Broadcasting)
“Ten Billion Times Brighter Than Sunlight! NanoTerasu Begins Full Operations — Expectations Rise for Accelerated Advanced Research”
(original article in Japanese)
https://news.yahoo.co.jp/articles/f2a98bc6f9f4ac7c239f75d10394de30b09f162d
Miyagi TV
“Synchrotron Facility NanoTerasu Now Producing ‘Twice-Brighter Light’ — Analysis Time Cut in Half (Tohoku University Aobayama Campus)”
(original article in Japanese)
https://news.yahoo.co.jp/articles/d07b797abb1153efef5547f29acdbc530ee471c0
Tohoku Broadcasting (TBC)
“Double Synchrotron-Light Intensity Cuts Analysis Time in Half — ‘NanoTerasu’ Achieves Radiation Approaching World-Class Levels (Sendai)”
(original article in Japanese)
https://news.yahoo.co.jp/articles/08c4dfed16d0fe9ba40d075133464b548d5ed7b1
Nishimori, General Manager of the High-Brilliance Synchrotron Radiation Research and Development Department (QST)
Horiba Beamline Group Leader (QST)
First synchrotron radiation experiment at 400mA
Full-scale operation begins at 400mA
Visit by FCA Kinki Branch and Tohoku Branch Joint Regular Meeting
On November 21, Dr. Kado, Leader of the Promotion and Public Relation Group at the NanoTerasu Secretariat, guided visitors from FCA Kinki Branch and Tohoku Branch Joint Regular Meeting on a tour of NanoTerasu.
Visit by Rengo Miyagi Youth Committee
On November 21, Dr. Kado, Leader of the Promotion and Public Relation Group at the NanoTerasu Secretariat, guided visitors from Rengo Miyagi Youth Committee on a tour of NanoTerasu.
Visit by Tohoku University NICHe and URA Representatives from Six National Universities in the Tohoku Region
On November 18, Dr. Masataka Kado, Leader of the Promotion and Public Relations Group, NanoTerasu Secretariat, guided Tohoku University NICHe and URA representatives from six national universities in the Tohoku region during their visit to NanoTerasu.
Visit by Fukushima Prefectural Fukushima High School PTA
On November 17, Mr. Takahashi, Manager of the Promotion and Public Relation Group at the NanoTerasu Secretariat, guided visitors from Fukushima Prefectural Fukushima High School PTA a tour of NanoTerasu.
Visit by Yamagata Shinkin Bank Management Study Tour Participants
On November 13, Dr. Kado, Leader of the Promotion and Public Relation Group at the NanoTerasu Secretariat and Dr. Watanabe, Specially Appointed Professor of Tohoku University, guided Yamagata Shinkin Bank Management Study Tour Participants on a tour of NanoTerasu.
Visit by Tomiya City Narita Junior High School
On Nobember 13, six students from Narita Junior High School, Tomiya City visited NanoTerasu. They were guided by Dr. Tomimatsu, Manager of the Promotion and Public Relation Group, NanoTerasu Secretariat.
Vist by JST Sakura Science Exchange Program
On November 12, Dr. Yaita, Deputy Secretary General of the NanoTerasu Secretariat, guided the JST Sakura Science Exchange Program participants a tour of NanoTerasu.
Dr. Masayuki Hagiwara, Group Leader at QST NanoTerasu Center, Receives the FY2025 Award for Distinguished Contributions to Radiation Safety Management and Environmental Radioactivity Control
Dr. Masayuki Hagiwara, Group Leader of the Fundamental Technology Group, Department of Advanced Synchrotron Radiation Research and Development, QST NanoTerasu Center, has received the FY2025 Award for Distinguished Contributions to Radiation Safety Management and Environmental Radioactivity Control.
This award is jointly organized by the Nuclear Safety Technology Center, the Japan Radioisotope Association, the Japan Chemical Analysis Center, and the Central Council on Radiation Protection, and is sponsored by the Nuclear Regulation Authority.
It recognizes individuals who have made outstanding achievements in improving the management of radioactive materials or in enhancing measures for environmental radioactivity control.
Dr. Hagiwara was highly commended for his significant contribution to realizing the non-controlled area designation of the experimental hall at the 3 GeV Advanced Synchrotron Radiation Facility (NanoTerasu).
The award ceremony was held on November 10, where Dr. Hagiwara received the Chairman’s Award of the Nuclear Regulation Authority (a certificate of commendation and a commemorative plaque).
Visit by Members of Real
On November 11, Mr. Takahashi, Manager of the Promotion and Public Relations Group, NanoTerasu Secretariat, guided members of Real on a tour of NanoTerasu.
Visit by Members of the Tohoku Koyu-kai
On November 11, Mr. Takahashi, Manager of the Promotion and Public Relations Group, NanoTerasu Secretariat, guided members of the Tohoku Koyu-kai on a tour of NanoTerasu.
Visit by Representatives of City Lab Tenant Companies
On November 10, Dr. Masataka Kado, Leader of the Promotion and Public Relations Group, NanoTerasu Secretariat, guided representatives from companies based in City Lab on a tour of NanoTerasu.
Visit by Kurokawa District Women Fire Protection Club Federation
On November 10, Mr. Takahashi, Manager of the Promotion and Public Relation Group at the NanoTerasu Secretariat, guided visitors from Kurokawa District Women Fire Protection Club Federation a tour of NanoTerasu.
Visit by Ichinoseki Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Senmaya Branch Joint Training Session for Three Organizations
On November 10, Mr. Takahashi, Manager of the Promotion and Public Relation Group at the NanoTerasu Secretariat, guided visitors from Ichinoseki Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Senmaya Branch Joint Training Session for Three Organizations a tour of NanoTerasu.
Visit by Members of the Onoda District Community and Child Welfare Committee, Kami Town
On November 7, Mr. Takahashi, Manager of the Promotion and Public Relations Group, NanoTerasu Secretariat, guided members of the Onoda District Community and Child Welfare Committee of Kami Town on a tour of NanoTerasu.
Visit by The Japanese Society of Microscopy, In Situ Observation Subcommittee
On November 7, Dr. Kado, Leader of the Promotion and Public Relation Group at the NanoTerasu Secretariat, guided visitors from The Japanese Society of Microscopy, In Situ Observation Subcommittee on a tour of NanoTerasu.
Professor Takahashi at Tohoku University has developed a broadband X-ray compatible ptychography system by leveraging NanoTerasu
Professor Takahashi and his team at Tohoku University have successfully developed a high-resolution X-ray ptychography system covering a broad energy range from tender to hard X-rays by leveraging the NanoTerasu Coalition Beamline BL10U.
Development of a Broadband X-ray Compatible Ptychography System
— Achieving high-precision elemental and structural analysis through NanoTerasu utilization.
[Tohoku University Press Release (Website): Development of a Broadband X-ray Compatible Ptychography System]
Visit by Members of the Electrical Business Division, Ōgawara Branch, Miyagi Labor Standards Association
On November 6, Mr. Takahashi, Manager of the Promotion and Public Relations Group, NanoTerasu Secretariat, guided members of the Electrical Business Division of the Ōgawara Branch, Miyagi Labor Standards Association, on a tour of NanoTerasu.
Visit by Next-Generation Electronic Materials Exploration Research Group
On November 5, Dr. Kado, Leader of the Promotion and Public Relation Group at the NanoTerasu Secretariat, guided visitors from Next-Generation Electronic Materials Exploration Research Group on a tour of NanoTerasu.
Visit by The Japan Electric Association
On November 5, Mr. Takahashi, Manager of the Promotion and Public Relation Group at the NanoTerasu Secretariat, guided visitors from The Japan Electric Association a tour of NanoTerasu.
Visit by the Tohoku Branch of the Japan Concrete Institute
On November 4, Dr. Masataka Kado, Leader of the Promotion and Public Relation Group of the NanoTerasu Secretariat, guided members of the Tohoku Branch of the Japan Concrete Institute on a tour of NanoTerasu.
Professor Takahashi at Tohoku University have utilized NanoTerasu to achieve non-destructive three-dimensional visualization of the interior of CMOS image sensors containing light elements
Professor Takahashi and his team at Tohoku University have successfully utilized the NanoTerasu Coalition Beamline BL10U to non-destructively observe and quantitatively evaluate the three-dimensional structure inside CMOS image sensors at a resolution of approximately 30 nanometers (nm, where 1 nm equals one-billionth of a meter
Non-destructive 3D Visualization of CMOS Image Sensor Interiors Containing Light Elements
— A new frontier in nano-structure analysis enabled by NanoTerasu’s high-brilliance tender X-rays.
[Tohoku University Press Release (Website): Non-destructive 3D Visualization of CMOS Image Sensor Interiors Containing Light Elements]
Visit by Japan Mechanical Design Industries Association
On October 31, Mr. Takahashi, Manager of the Promotion and Public Relation Group at the NanoTerasu Secretariat, guided visitors from Japan Mechanical Design Industries Association a tour of NanoTerasu.
Visit by Tohoku MUCC Product Technology Association
On October 31, Mr. Takahashi, Manager of the Promotion and Public Relation Group at the NanoTerasu Secretariat, guided visitors from Tohoku MUCC Product Technology Association on a tour of NanoTerasu.
Visit by Public Interest Incorporated Association Miyagi Labor Standards Association Ishinomaki Branch
On October 30, Mr. Takahashi, Manager of the Promotion and Public Relation Group at the NanoTerasu Secretariat, guided visitors from Public Interest Incorporated Association Miyagi Labor Standards Association Ishinomaki Branch on a tour of NanoTerasu.
Broadcast of Junior High and High School Students Analyzing Arita and Seto Ceramics
An analysis of Arita and Seto ceramics conducted by junior high school students from Sendai City using the beamline at NanoTerasu, was broadcast on television.
Joint Research with Taiwanese High School Realized at Next-Generation Synchrotron Facility “NanoTerasu” — Sendai Students Analyze Arita and Seto Ceramics at the Atomic Level (TBC)
https://newsdig.tbs.co.jp/articles/-/2253947
Comparing the Composition of Japanese and Taiwanese Ceramics at NanoTerasu — Students from Sendai Seiryo Secondary School (KHB)
https://www.khb-tv.co.jp/news/16120662
Challenge of Measuring Ceramics at Synchrotron Radiation Facility “NanoTerasu” in Sendai (NHK Sendai)
https://news.web.nhk/newsweb/na/nb-6000033714
Visit of the Iwate Prefecture Electricity Council Delegation
On October 28, Mr. Takahashi, Manager of the Public Relations Group, NanoTerasu Secretariat, welcomed and guided the delegation of the Iwate Prefecture Electricity Council during their visit to NanoTerasu.
Visit by the Delegation of the Major Cities Facility Engineers Conference
On October 24, Dr. Masataka Kado, Leader of the Public Relations Group, NanoTerasu Secretariat, guided the members of the Major Cities Facility Engineers Conference on a tour of NanoTerasu.
Visit by Junior High School of Yamagata University
On October 23, Dr. Kado, Leader of the Promotion and Public Relation Group at the NanoTerasu Secretariat and Dr. Watanabe, Specially Appointed Professor of Tohoku University, guided 121 students from Junior High School of Yamagata University on a tour of NanoTerasu.
Visit by Honten Denyukai, Oct. 23
On October 23, Mr. Takahashi, Manager of the Promotion and Public Relation Group at the NanoTerasu Secretariat, guided visitors from Honten Denyukai on a tour of NanoTerasu.
