Axiom Space to Establish Japanese Subsidiary in Tokyo
U.S.-based Axiom Space announced it will launch a wholly owned subsidiary in Tokyo on July 1. The move aims to strengthen relations with Japan’s government and industries. Japanese astronaut Koichi Wakata, the company’s chief technology officer, will serve as the subsidiary’s representative.
japantimes.co.jpU.S.-based Axiom Space announced on May 14, 2026 that it will establish a wholly owned Japanese subsidiary in Tokyo on July 1. The company said the step is intended to deepen ties with Japan’s government and industries as it prepares for its planned commercial replacement for the International Space Station.
The subsidiary will be led by the company’s chief technology officer, who joined Axiom Space in 2024 after retiring from the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency. The company held a news conference in Tokyo on May 14 to disclose the plan.
Space is a Texas-based company developing a commercial space station to succeed the International Space Station. The establishment of the Japanese subsidiary comes as the company seeks closer collaboration with Japanese entities in the space sector.
The chief technology officer stated that the partnership between Japan and the United States is more important than ever. The officer expressed being deeply honored to help with the launch of the subsidiary.
The subsidiary is scheduled to begin operations on July 1 in Tokyo.
The company has not disclosed additional details about planned activities or staffing for the new entity beyond the appointment of the representative.
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