The Asahi Shimbun
Japan’s Ground Self-Defense Force tests its Type 88 surface-to-ship missile in the United States. (Provided by the GSDF)
The Ground Self-Defense Force next month will conduct its first drill in Japan using long-range missiles to prepare the nation for maritime threats, particularly China’s expanding naval activities.
The drill will take place between June 24 and 29 at the missile range next to Camp Shizunai on the southern coast of Hokkaido, the GSDF announced on May 13.
The GSDF will fire nonexplosive Type 88 surface-to-ship missiles at a target in the Pacific within a 40-kilometer radius southwest of the launch range.
Each of the two planned launches will occur on separate days, depending on weather conditions.
