Japan Nihonbare at Naikai Zosen Setoda Shipyard.

Japan Launches New Landing Craft Utility Vessel, “Nihonbare,” to Bolster Defense and Disaster Relief in Strategic Southwest Islands

Japan’s defense and logistical capabilities, the ceremonial naming and launch of the new Landing Craft Utility (LCU) vessel Nihonbare took place at Naikai Shipbuilding Co.’s Setoda Shipyard. Overseen by the Japanese Ministry of Defense (MoD), this launch signifies more than...