Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force

[designeraccd]

Three views of the new forward flight deck shape on the KAGA. DFO

[ivorthediver]

Thanks for posting that , the way things are shaping up they will need all they can afford to float against their collective advisories

[Brian James]

The salvaged Tachibana Sub-Class of the Matsu Class, Destroyer Escort Nashi pictured at Kure Naval Arsenal in 1954, undergoing her conversion to JMDFS Wakaba, she was later used as a radar trials ship, stricken in 1971 and scrapped in 1972/73.

[Pelican]

Japan’s Newest Aircraft Carrier Enters Service After Extensive Build

After years of development and billions of dollars invested, Japan’s new aircraft carrier is finally ready for action. The JS Izumo, the largest warship in Japan’s naval fleet, has completed modifications to enable it to carry and operate F-35B stealth fighter jets.

Continues with photos and video via - https://page4.amazingbeyond.com/japans- ... jIGw9R0V5o - Then click Read More in box below photo.

[Pelican]

Japan’s Futuristic Mogami Frigates: Everything You Need To Know

Japan’s Mogami class frigates are an intriguing mix of extreme automation paired with a small crew size, relevant capabilities, and low cost.

See - https://www.thedrive.com/the-war-zone/j ... aeKN_G7GRU

[Brian James]

Japanese Coast Guard, Heiyo Class Hydrographic Survey Ship Koyo pictured at Naha, Okinawa on February 10th 2024.

[Brian James]

Japanese Training Ship Shimakaze pictured with Takanami Class Destroyer Suzunami (114) at Sihanoukville dockyard, Cambodia on February 22nd 2024.

[Pelican]

Japan Maritime Self-defense Force 3rd Taigei-class attack submarine JS Jingei (Swift Whale) (SS-515), photo by shootat0

[Pelican]

SPY-7 radar on Japanese ship tracks objects in space

Lockheed Martin successfully demonstrated the first live track AN/SPY-7(V)1 radar for the Aegis System Equipped Vessel (ASEV), marking a critical milestone in the programme.

https://ukdefencejournal.org.uk/spy-7-r ... -in-space/
Also https://www.lockheedmartin.com/en-us/ne ... enter.html
And https://www.twz.com/sea/radar-for-japan ... 5zKZ3t8BN2

[Pelican]

Japan launches first full aircraft carrier since WW II

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/wor ... 202607.cms LFT