Japan launches H-2A rocket into space

Japan launches H-2A rocket into space

A rocket takes off from the Tanegashima Space Center in Tanegashima, southwestern Japan, on Dec. 23, 2017. The H-2A rocket successfully placed two satellites in different orbits, a first for Japan and a feat the country hopes will enable future launch costs to be reduced. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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