Japan's Future Rocket Innovations: Reusable Rockets and Advanced Missiles

Japan's space agency, JAXA, is collaborating with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries to study the development of a reusable rocket as a replacement for the H3 rocket. The H3 rocket, which debuted in March, suffered a failure during its first flight. The new rocket, expected to start flying in the 2030s, aims to reduce launch costs and improve transportation capacity by reusing parts. The design and fuel for the rocket have not been finalized yet. Japan's move towards a reusable rocket follows the success of SpaceX's reusable rockets and is part of the country's updated space policy plan.