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“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

[January 31] The Day We Look Up: The Dawn of Japanese Space Exploration from Kagoshima

January 31st marks a day to reflect on space exploration. Discover the story of Japan's "Himawari" weather satellite, born from the launch sites of Kagoshima, and how this technology reflects Japanese culture and protects lives.
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

Space Day: How Mamoru Mohri and Japan’s Space Program Inspire the World

Discover the story behind Japan’s Space Day and Mamoru Mohri’s historic spaceflight. Learn how JAXA’s missions and international cooperation continue to inspire global audiences.