Dive into the thrilling tale of naval warfare in "Submarine Victory! The Sinking of a Japanese Super-Carrier!" This gripping ...

Japan has launched a new Taigei-class sub every year since 2020. These "Big Whale" subs are expected to hunt Chinese warships should a war break out. Their advanced capabilities and stealth make them ...

JS Sogei, the sixth Taigei-class submarine, entered the water in a ceremony held at KHI’s shipyard in Kobe City, Japan, Oct. 14, 2025. Credit: Japan Acquisition, Technology & Logistics Agency Japan’s ...

Summary and Key Points: As tensions rise in the Pacific, Japan’s Maritime Self-Defense Force has commissioned its latest Taigei-class submarines to counter Chinese and North Korean aggression. -The ...

Japan is making bold moves to change its anti-war culture. That’s not by choice. It’s out of necessity. Japan’s Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) is enhancing its size and capabilities because Tokyo ...

If Tokyo acquires nuclear-powered subs, it would be a significant strategic shift for the only nation to have suffered atomic bombings. In this May 31, 2025 file photo, Japan’s then-Defense Minister ...

Learn about the history and mission of Japan’s contemporary navy as you explore three levels of exhibits and walk through a decommissioned submarine at a free museum near Hiroshima. The Japan Maritime ...