This week, Japan launched their first rocket into space since 2014. The rocket, Epsilon-4, blasted off from the Uchinoura Space Center in Kagoshima prefecture, and the launch was a success. The rocket was carrying the Japanese satellite SPRINT-A, which will be used to observe cosmic rays and other high-energy particles. This launch marks a major milestone for Japan’s space program, as the country has been investing heavily in space exploration in recent years. With this launch, Japan is now one step closer to becoming a major player in the international space industry.

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source: Phys.org