The Hakuto-R M2 landing module, developed by the Japanese company ispace, is scheduled to land on the Moon on June 5 at 22:24 Moscow time, specifically targeting the northern region of the Sea of Cold. Should any issues arise, three alternative landing sites are available within the window of June 6 to June 8. According to Takashi Hakamada, founder and CEO of ispace, the mission has progressed smoothly since launch, reflecting the thorough preparation executed by the mission operations team, and effectively utilizing lessons learned from the previous mission. The Falcon 9 rocket carrying Hakuto-R M2 launched from Kennedy Space Center in Florida on January 15, marking a significant milestone in lunar exploration. This mission not only advances technology related to lunar landings but also reinforces Japan’s growing role in the international space exploration landscape.
