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Conversation: Japan successfully launches new cargo transporter into space NHK

A: Hey there! Guess what just happened?

B: What's up, man? No clue.

A: Japan launched their new space cargo transporter, HTV-X! Isn't that cool?

B: For real? When did it happen?

A: It took off around 9 a.m. on Sunday from Tanegashima Space Center in southwest Japan.

B: Wow, I better check the news then. What's so special about this HTV-X?

A: It can carry 50% more cargo than its predecessor! And it's designed for international lunar exploration projects like Artemis.

B: Oh, that sounds important! When will it reach the International Space Station (ISS)?

A: In about four days, and one of our Japanese astronauts, Yui Kimiya, will capture it using a robotic arm when it docks with the ISS.

B: That's amazing! Japan keeps making progress in space. Keep me posted on this, okay?

A: You got it! Exciting times ahead for sure! 🚀
Summary
Japan launched its new space cargo transporter, HTV-X, on Sunday from Tanegashima Space Center. The HTV-X can carry 50% more cargo than its predecessor and is designed for international lunar exploration projects like Artemis. It is expected to reach the International Space Station in about four
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ID: a69814eb-0eba-4120-99ca-dc469d2b1a56

Category ID: conversation_summary

URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20251026_07/#conversation

Date: Oct. 26, 2025

Notes: 2025-10-26

Created: 2025/10/26 14:40

Updated: 2025/12/07 23:24

Last Read: 2025/10/26 14:43

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