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JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency) is a government agency that conducts integrated operations in the areas of aerospace development and utilization. It is engaged in space exploration, international cooperation, public relations activities, collaboration with industries, and educational activities. The company was formed as a result of a merger between the Institute of Space and Astronautical Science (ISAS), the National Aerospace Laboratory of Japan (NAL), and the National Space Development Agency of Japan (NASDA).
| Type | Private | |
| Founded | 2003 | |
| HQ | Chofu, JP | Map |
| Website | global.jaxa.jp |
Recent NewsAll News
- NASA, ESA, & JAXA Host Hackathon to Study Environmental Effects of COVID-19
- JAXA Appoints Space BD as Private Partner for High-Quality Protein Crystal Growth Experiment Service on ISS Kibo Module
- В Японии заподозрили хакеров из КНР в причастности к кибератаке на JAXA
- JAXA and NTT DATA Launch Joint Research on Space-borne Laser Altimeter to Create Advanced 3D Map
Key People/Management at JAXA
Yamakawa Hiroshi
President
Sano Hisashi
Senior Vice President
Terada Koji
Vice President
Sasaki Hiroshi
Vice President
Oyama Mami
Vice President
Funo Yasuhiro
Vice President
JAXA Office Locations
JAXA has offices in Chofu, Chiyoda City, Hatoyama, Ibara and in 21 other locations
Paris, FR
28 Rue de Berri
Chiyoda City, JP
4-chōme-6 Kanda Surugadai
Hatoyama, JP
1401 Numanoue, Ohashi
Ibara, JP
1716-3 Biseichō Ōkura
Kagamino, JP
1537-8 Kamisaibara
Kakuda, JP
Koganesawa-1 Kimigaya
JAXA Financials and Metrics
Summary Metrics
Founding Date | 2003 |
JAXA Revenue
JAXA's revenue was reported to be ¥206.83 b in FY, 2019 which is a 1.9% decrease from the previous period.
| JPY | |
|---|---|
Revenue (FY, 2019) | 206.8b |
Revenue growth (FY, 2019 - FY, 2019), % | (1.9%) |
Gross profit (FY, 2019) | 8.7b |
Gross profit margin (FY, 2019), % | 4.2% |
Net income (FY, 2019) | 49.1b |
Cash (31-Mar-2020) | 79.3b |
| JPY | FY, 2018 |
|---|---|
Financial Leverage | 4.2 x |
JAXA Acquisitions / Subsidiaries
| Company Name | Date | Deal Size |
|---|---|---|
| Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (Houston, Texas) |
Human Capital Metrics
Source: www.jaxa.jp
JAXA's employees are reported to be approximately 19% female and 81% male.
JAXA Cybersecurity Score
JAXA Online and Social Media Presence
134.87k Twitter followers
JAXA has 134.87k Twitter Followers. The number of followers has increased 4.2% month over month and increased 7.8% quarter over quarter
JAXA's Trends
Twitter Engagement Stats for @jaxa_en
8.3k
Tweets
62
Following
134.9k
Followers
86
Tweets last 30 days
58.6
Avg. likes per Tweet
100%
Tweets with engagement
JAXA News and Updates
May 23, 2021
NASA, ESA, & JAXA Host Hackathon to Study Environmental Effects of COVID-19
The measures countries have taken in response to COVID-19, ranging from large-scale lockdowns to the mass deployment of personal protective equipment, have resulted in environmental effects. To study those, NASA, ESA (European Space Agency), and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) will hos…
May 10, 2021
JAXA Appoints Space BD as Private Partner for High-Quality Protein Crystal Growth Experiment Service on ISS Kibo Module
Space BD Inc., the leading Japanese space startup providing access to space, announced that it has been appointed as the sole private partner by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) for its “Selection of Private Partners in the High-Quality Protein Crystal Growth Experiment Service.” Space …
April 20, 2021
В Японии заподозрили хакеров из КНР в причастности к кибератаке на JAXA
Группа хакеров из Китая подозревается в причастности к крупной кибератаке, которая была проведена в 2016 году на более чем 200 японских исследовательских институтов и компаний, полицейским управлением Японии. Об этом 20 апреля сообщает телеканал NHK.
March 26, 2021
JAXA and NTT DATA Launch Joint Research on Space-borne Laser Altimeter to Create Advanced 3D Map
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), the Japanese national aerospace and space agency, and NTT DATA Corporation, a leading digital business and IT services provider, will jointly conduct research to enhance the precision of three-dimensional mapping using laser altimeters (LIDAR1) mounted on a…
March 15, 2021
Furukawa Electric and JAXA Launch Co-Creation Activities through the Development of Power Supplies for Satellites -Aiming to create a space power supply business by reducing the weight and cost of next generation electric propulsion systems-
Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd., (Head Office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President: Keiichi Kobayashi; "Furukawa Electric") and Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (Headquarters Office: Chofu City, Tokyo; President Hiroshi Yamakawa; “JAXA”) have started co-creation activities through the development of power su…
March 11, 2021
ISRO, Japanese space agency join hands to monitor air quality
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) have decided to join hands to take up activities on rice crop area and air quality monitoring using satellite data
JAXA Frequently Asked Questions
When was JAXA founded?
JAXA was founded in 2003.
Who are JAXA key executives?
JAXA's key executives are Yamakawa Hiroshi, Sano Hisashi and Terada Koji.
How many employees does JAXA have?
JAXA has 1,552 employees.
What is JAXA revenue?
Latest JAXA annual revenue is ¥206.8 b.
What is JAXA revenue per employee?
Latest JAXA revenue per employee is ¥133.3 m.
Who are JAXA competitors?
Competitors of JAXA include Continental Industry, Applied Defense Solutions and Mist Mobility Integrated Systems Technology.
Where are JAXA offices?
JAXA has offices in Chofu, Chiyoda City, Hatoyama, Ibara and in 21 other locations.
How many offices does JAXA have?
JAXA has 25 offices.
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