Tanegashima Space Center, Space center in Minamitane, Japan
The Tanegashima Space Center extends across 9.7 million square meters on the southeastern coast of Tanegashima Island in Kagoshima Prefecture.
The National Space Development Agency of Japan initiated operations at Tanegashima Space Center in October 1969, establishing Japan's primary rocket launch facility.
The Space Science and Technology Museum within the center presents exhibits, models, and interactive displays explaining Japan's space exploration achievements.
Visitors can reach the space center by bus or car from Tanegashima Airport, with driving taking approximately 50 minutes along coastal roads.
The facility contains two launch pads at the Yoshinobu Launch Complex, specifically designed for H-IIA and H-IIB rocket deployments.
Location: Minamitane
Official opening: October 1, 1969
Website: https://global.jaxa.jp/about/centers/tnsc
GPS coordinates: 30.40000,130.97000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:04
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