Japan's 1st HTV-X cargo craft leaves the International Space Station (photo)

Japan's new HTV-X cargo spacecraft departed the International Space Station today (March 6) after a four-month stay.
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What happens when Canadarm2 releases HTV-X1 into orbit? JAXA spacecraft's next steps

HTV-X1 is set to be released by Canadarm2 from the ISS, remaining in orbit for three months while conducting JAXA-controlled ...
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Japan’s Brand-New Cargo Ship Is Headed to the ISS for the First Time

Japan will launch HTV-X cargo spacecraft on its inaugural mission to the International Space Station (ISS) today at around 8 p.m. According to Space.com, the new vehicle is set to replace the previous ...

Japan's New Resupply Craft HTV-X Separated from ISS

Japan's newly developed HTV-X resupply vehicle, which had been docked with the International Space Station, was detached from the station on Saturday, the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency said the ...