Japan's "Takanami" Destroyer Completes Modification in the U.S. to Launch Tomahawk Cruise Missiles
According to the Japanese Ministry of Defense, as of the 27th local time, the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force destroyer "Takanami," currently in the United States, has "completed the relevant system modifications and crew training," and has confirmed the acquisition of the capability to launch "Tomahawk" cruise missiles. According to related plans, Japan will introduce up to approximately 400 "Tomahawk" missiles, with deliveries already underway.
It is reported that the "Takanami" will continue to conduct live missile firing training and other exercises off the coast of the United States, expected to last until this summer. After that, the ship will return to the Sasebo base in Nagasaki Prefecture, with plans to commence formal missions starting in mid-September. (Reporter Liu Yaohong from the Central Broadcasting Station)
The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force's JS Kirishima has completed system modifications and crew training in the United States, confirming its capability to launch Tomahawk cruise missiles. The ship will conduct live-fire training off the U.S. coast until summer 2024 before returning to Sasebo, Nagasaki, to commence official duties in mid-September 2024.
- The JS Kirishima has completed modifications and training in the U.S.
- It has confirmed the capability to launch Tomahawk cruise missiles.
- Japan plans to acquire up to 400 Tomahawk missiles, with deliveries already starting.
- The vessel will conduct live-fire training off the U.S. coast until summer 2024.
- The JS Kirishima is scheduled to return to Sasebo, Nagasaki, to begin official duties in mid-September 2024.