The JMSDF is seeking a new variant of multi-mission stealth frigates for fiscal year 2024 and beyond. The project is officially called “new-class FFM”.

JMSDF Izumo-class helicopter carrier JS Kaga has left its dock for the first time after modifications to operate F-35B fighter jets.

According to Japan's ATLA a launch test of a new SAM system was conducted from Experimental Ship JS Asuka (ASE-6102) in December 2022.

Japan's ATLA (Acquisition, Technology & Logistics Agency) showcased for the first time the design of its XLUUV at the DSEI Japan defense show.

The Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force (JMSDF) commissioned the submarine "Hakugei" 「はくげい」(SS- 514) during a ceremony at Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KHI) in Kobe.

‘Mikuma’ (みくま), the fourth Mogami-class FFM, was officially commissioned with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF).

Raytheon was awarded a FMS contract to deliver JPALS, to the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force by the U.S. Navy.

On December 16, 2022, the Japanese government approved three security-related documents, including a new national security strategy.

Modification work to turn Japan's JS Kaga "helicopter destroyer" into a F-35B aircraft carrier are nearing completion at a dock in Kure City.

On December 23, the Japanese MoD released its budget request for FY2023 in which we can learn further details about Japan's future ballistic missile defense (BMD) destroyers, also known as ASEV (Aegis system-equipped vessels).