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Naval Warfare
Japan considers submarine-launched cruise missiles
Japan is exploring the possibility of equipping its submarines with cruise missiles that can be launched from underwater — but it has never done this before.
Naval Warfare
JMSDF launches new tanker vessel
To resupply naval bases in its southwest archipelago, Japan is building two coastal tankers.
Air Warfare
Japanese naval helicopter prototypes are delivered
Japan's navy will adopt the Seahawk-based SH-60L helicopter as its successor to the current SH-60K fleet.
Training
JASDF seeks successor for the T-4 trainer jet
Japan requires a new and modern trainer jet to train its pilots, with perhaps 200+ to enter service.