JS Mikuma Japanese Navy's Newest Multi-Mission Frigate

The JS Mikuma is a highly advanced Japanese Navy frigate designed to tackle a wide range of missions.

Its multi-mission capabilities make it an invaluable asset to the Japanese fleet.

With a length of 133 meters, the JS Mikuma is a significant addition to Japan's naval capabilities.

This new frigate is equipped with advanced sensors and communication systems, enhancing its ability to detect and respond to threats.

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The JS Mikuma was commissioned on December 16, 2022, marking a significant milestone in the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force's (JMSDF) modernization efforts.

The ship was named after the Mikuma River in Oita Prefecture, Kyushu.

JS Mikuma is the fourth ship of the Mogami-class frigates, designed to replace older, less capable destroyers and destroyer escorts.

The Mogami-class frigates are a series of Japanese multi-mission stealth frigates for the JMSDF.

The JS Mikuma has an overall length of 130 meters (426 ft 6 in), a breadth of 16 meters (52 ft 6 in), a standard displacement of 3,900 metric tons, and a full load displacement of about 5,500 metric tons.

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The ship is powered by a Rolls-Royce MT30 gas turbine, offering a maximum speed of over 30 knots (56 km/h; 35 mph).

The JS Mikuma features advanced stealth capabilities, thanks to the development lessons learned from the Mitsubishi X-2 Shinshin stealth fighter technology demonstrator.

The frigate also emphasizes high-level automation, making it a valuable asset for the JMSDF.

Some of the key features of the JS Mikuma include:

The JS Mikuma is part of the JMSDF's plan to build a total of 22 Mogami-class frigates until 2032, with many of them built to an improved standard.