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Japan’s Largest Warship JS Kaga Will Conduct F-35B Onboard Operation Tests off the California Coast
By Takahashi Kosuke
It’s a crucial step for Tokyo’s ambition to convert two Izumo-class vessels into fully-fledged aircraft carriers.
Japanese Defense Ministry Requests Largest Ever Budget for Fiscal Year 2023
By Kosuke Takahashi
Japan has broken last year's record for its requested defense budget as security concerns mount in Tokyo.
Trump Tours Japan’s Izumo-Class Carrier Hailing its Future F-35B Capability
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The U.S. president boarded the flattop along with the Japanese prime minister on May 28 wrapping up his Japan trip.
Trump to Inspect Japan’s Izumo-Class Aircraft Carrier in May
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The U.S. president will likely board the Japanese flattop during a state visit to Japan in late May.
Japan Approves Plans to Convert Izumo-Class Into F-35-Carrying Aircraft Carriers
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Japan’s two largest warships will be converted into aircraft carriers over the next five years.
A First: Japan's Largest Warship Visits Sri Lanka on Indo-Pacific Deployment
By Ankit Panda
Japan's defense and security cooperation with Sri Lanka continues to deepen.
Japan Deploys Flotilla to South China Sea
By Steven Stashwick
The flotilla consists of three ships, including Japan’s largest helicopter destroyer.
Japan to Dispatch Izumo-class Carrier to South China Sea, Indian Ocean
By Ankit Panda
2018 will become the second consecutive year for a Japanese Izumo-class deployment to the Indian Ocean.
An F-35B for Japan's Izumo-class: Obstacles and Challenges
By Robert Farley
What does Japan need to consider before pursuing F-35B fighters for its helicopter destroyers?
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.
Japan Maritime Self Defense Force Commissions Second Helicopter Carrier
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Japan’s newest surface combatant entered service on March 22.
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