Japan's space agency, JAXA, successfully launched its main H3 launch vehicle from the Tanegashima Space Center in March. The two-stage hydrogen rocket carried a 3-ton radar satellite, the Advanced Land Observing Satellite-4 (ALOS-4), into sun-synchronous orbit. This launch is part of Japan's plan to launch three H3 rockets in the fiscal year. The rocket was launched past noon and sent the satellite into orbit, demonstrating Japan's growing expertise in space exploration. The successful deployment of ALOS-4 marks a significant achievement in Japan's efforts to enhance its satellite technology for various applications, including earth observation and environmental monitoring.