Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force
The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force is the maritime service of Japan's Self-Defense Forces. Established in 1954, it conducts maritime defense, patrol and surveillance, transportation, disaster relief, medical support, and search-and-rescue activities. Its aviation units operate the ShinMaywa US-2 for long-range rescue and emergency patient transport over Japan's remote maritime areas.
Identity
- Country Code
- JP
- Name
- Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force
- Region
- ASIA
Details
- Description
- The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force is the maritime service of Japan's Self-Defense Forces. Established in 1954, it conducts maritime defense, patrol and surveillance, transportation, disaster relief, medical support, and search-and-rescue activities. Its aviation units operate the ShinMaywa US-2 for long-range rescue and emergency patient transport over Japan's remote maritime areas.
- Latitude
- 35.68714
- Location
- Longitude
- 139.73768
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- Creation Time
- July 29, 2026 at 11:15:25 UTC
- Updated Time
- July 29, 2026 at 11:15:25 UTC