Naval Programs in Japan’s Record 2022 Defense Budget
Here is an overview of the naval programs in Japan's latest defense budget for FY2022, which is to date, the largest ever.
Japan Starts Conversion Work on Second Izumo-class DDH
The modifications to Kaga, second of the Izumo-class helicopter destroyer (DDH) began at the Japan Marine United (JMU) shipyard in Kure, Hiroshima Prefecture, in late March.
Japan and Australia strengthen security cooperation
First, in 2021, JSDF units could protect ADF equipment, such as naval vessels and aircraft, ...
Japan Approves Highest Ever Defense Budget
Japan's Ministry of Defense (MoD) announced the outline of the FY2022 defense budget on December 24, 2021.
Pictures: Japan Self-Defense Force Conducts Large-Scale Joint Exercise
From November 19 to 30, 2021, the Japan Self-Defense Force (JSDF) is conducting a large-scale joint exercise known as 03JX.
BAE Systems Eager to Share Aircraft Carrier Know-How with Japan
On October 12, 2021, BAE Systems held a press conference for the Japanese media, where they announced the establishment of a local corporation in Japan.
Japan moves forward with Aegis equipped ship project. But is it enough?
According to the Japanese Ministry of Defense (MoD)’s budget request for FY2022 announced on August 30, 2021, the budget includes the cost to modify the Lockheed Martin SPY-7 radar in order to operate it at sea...
Japan’s 2022 Defense Budget: An Overview of the New Naval Programs
On August 31, 2021, Japan's Ministry of Defense (MOD) announced its FY2022 budget request. Here are some of the key points of interest, related to the maritime domain.
New USV for Japan’s Mogami-class FFM Frigate Breaks Cover
Images taken by local photographers show that Japan started testing a new unmanned surface vessel (USV) currently under development for the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF).
Japan’s Izumo Helicopter Destroyer Modified To Operate F-35B Fighters
On June 25, 2021, the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) DDH Izumo arrived at its home port, Yokosuka in Kanagawa Prefecture, after a year and three months of modifications.