RISC-V / Computer Architecture
The future
of silicon
starts with
architecture.
MiNTs researches and designs processor microarchitectures, with a focus on RISC-V. Through implementation, verification, and performance analysis, we explore technologies for next-generation chip development.
- Focus
- RISC-V / Computer Architecture
- Founded
- 2024
- Based in
- Toyohashi, Japan
Research
Microarchitecture, built and measured.
We advance our research in processor microarchitecture through iterative implementation, verification, and performance analysis.
Outputs
Published work
Technical articles (in Japanese)
- 2026.08Comparing our CPU with Rocket Chip and improving its branch predictor
- 2026.07Understanding PMP through a custom RISC-V CPU: physical memory protection for running OpenSBI and Linux
- 2026.07What is SETSSIP in RISC-V? Understanding the "doorbell" for inter-hart notification
Direction
Research for the next generation of chips.
- Open
Contribute to hardware development
Building on the openness of RISC-V, we publish what we learn from design and verification as code and technical articles, contributing to hardware and chip development.
- Speed
Keep pace with faster development
As open EDA tools become more widely available, demand is growing for shorter turnaround times across chip development, including ASICs. By working across design and verification, we aim to develop chips more efficiently.
- People
Grow the number of designers in Japan
By sharing what we learn through hands-on work, we aim to help more designers, both inside and outside MiNTs, develop an understanding of the full process from logic design to physical implementation.
Applied
Applied work, in the field.
Alongside our research, we develop AI and application software used in the field.
P&L and balance sheet analysis system for store owners
A web system that structures figures from photographed paper financial statements using OCR and AI, and compares metrics across stores.
OCR / Next.js / FastAPI
Task management app for retail stores
An Android tablet app with full offline support, designed so that store staff can use it without hesitation.
Android / Kotlin / Offline DB
Joint research and technical collaboration
Collaborate with us
We welcome inquiries about joint research and technical collaboration. We do not currently manufacture semiconductors or supply mass-produced chips.