JAXA has been developing and launching various scientific and practical satellites including meteorological and
communication satellites, and they are useful for clarifying space science mysteries and for the benefit of our
daily lives. JAXA continues its efforts to develop satellites that can contribute to acquiring cutting-edge
technologies and solving global environmental problems. JAXA's technologies learned from such a development
experience and acquired data are utilized for the expansion of industry and for the improvement of our quality of
life. In addition, JAXA is also launching the "KOUNOTORI" (HTV), a pivotal cargo transporter to the International
Space Station. The transportation means for satellites and space transporters to go to space are launch vehicles.
The following is the launch schedule of JAXA’s satellites and transporters for future space development and
technological research.