Japan’s ASM-3 Kai Supersonic Cruise Missile May Have An Air-To-Air Capability — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/japan-s-asm-3-kai-supersonic-cruise-missile-may-have-an-air-to-air-capabilityContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. Japan's Defense Budget Request Includes Supersonic Cruise Missile Developmenthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/japan-s-asm-3-kai-supersonic-cruise-missile-may-have-an-air-to-air-capabilityhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/japan-s-asm-3-kai-supersonic-cruise-missile-may-have-an-air-to-air-capability#u55167Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:16:44 +0000Japan's record FY2027 defense budget request focuses on new FFM, ASEV, submarines, drones, AI, and missiles. The budget includes $55.6B for unmanned and long-range strike capabilities. Japan's ASM-3 Kai supersonic cruise missile may have an air-to-air capability. The country also plans to develop underwater-launched hypersonic missiles.Why it mattersJapan's increased defense spending is driven by growing pressure from China. The country aims to enhance its counterstrike posture with advanced missile systems and submarines. This development is part of Japan's broader strateg