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Izumo-class helicopter destroyer

Japan’s Defense Ministry: JS Izumo Drone Video Posted Online Is Highly Likely Authentic

Japan’s Defense Ministry: JS Izumo Drone Video Posted Online Is Highly Likely Authentic

By Takahashi Kosuke
The ministry says “it is taking this extremely seriously as it could pose a serious hindrance to national defense,” and is urgently taking countermeasures.

In a First, US Jets Will Fly Off a Japanese Warship This Fall

In a First, US Jets Will Fly Off a Japanese Warship This Fall

By Steven Stashwick
Marine Corps F-35B fighters will operate off Japan’s modified “helicopter destroyers.”
Is Japan About to Officially Upgrade to Aircraft Carriers?

Is Japan About to Officially Upgrade to Aircraft Carriers?

By Daniel Hurst
A reported plan to modify the Izumo-class will face obstacles at home and abroad.

Japan’s Largest Aircraft Carrier to Operate in South China Sea, Indian Ocean for 2 Months

Japan’s Largest Aircraft Carrier to Operate in South China Sea, Indian Ocean for 2 Months

By Franz-Stefan Gady
Japan’s largest warship will tour the South China and Indian Ocean for two months beginning in September.

Trump May Tour Japan’s Largest Warship During Asia Trip Next Month

Trump May Tour Japan’s Largest Warship During Asia Trip Next Month

By Franz-Stefan Gady
Japanese government sources indicate that the U.S. president has been invited to inspect Japan’s helicopter carrier.

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

Philippines’ Duterte First Head of State to Visit Japan’s Largest Warship

Philippines’ Duterte First Head of State to Visit Japan’s Largest Warship

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Philippine president purportedly expressed his willingness to deepen defense cooperation with Japan while onboard.

Vietnam: Japan’s Largest Aircraft Carrier Participates in Major Naval Exercise

Vietnam: Japan’s Largest Aircraft Carrier Participates in Major Naval Exercise

By Franz-Stefan Gady
Japan’s largest warship is currently taking part in a humanitarian assistance and disaster relief drill in Vietnam.
South China Sea: Japan’s Largest Warship Concludes Drill With US Navy Littoral Combat Ship

South China Sea: Japan’s Largest Warship Concludes Drill With US Navy Littoral Combat Ship

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Japan Maritime Self Defense Force and U.S. Navy completed a passing exercise in the South China Sea this week.

Japan Dispatches Biggest Warship to Protect US Navy Vessel, Putting New Security Law to Work

Japan Dispatches Biggest Warship to Protect US Navy Vessel, Putting New Security Law to Work

By Franz-Stefan Gady
Japan has issued its first order to protect a U.S. Navy warship under the country’s new security legislation.

Japan Maritime Self Defense Force Commissions Second Helicopter Carrier

Japan Maritime Self Defense Force Commissions Second Helicopter Carrier

By Franz-Stefan Gady
Japan’s newest surface combatant entered service on March 22.

Japan Maritime Self Defense Force to Send Largest Carrier to the South China Sea

Japan Maritime Self Defense Force to Send Largest Carrier to the South China Sea

By Franz-Stefan Gady
Japan plans to dispatch its largest warship to the disputed waters.
Japan Launches New Helicopter Destroyer

Japan Launches New Helicopter Destroyer

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Tokyo unveils its second Izumo-class helicopter carrier.

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