Japan Space Systems

Japan Space Systems is a Tokyo-based general foundation working on space-system research, Earth observation, satellite-data applications, international cooperation and industrial development. Its activities connect instrument and component technologies with practical uses in environmental monitoring, climate studies and natural-resource exploration. The foundation developed the Hyperspectral Imager Suite, HISUI, installed on the International Space Station, and participates with AIST in the METI-backed project. It also provides information and data-service connections for ASTER, the Japanese multispectral instrument aboard NASA's Terra satellite. Research on Space Solar Power Systems includes wireless-power-transmission technologies and demonstrations. Satellite-data consulting and technical-cooperation projects extend this engineering work into applied services. The organization serves as a bridge between Japanese space technology, public research institutions and international users.