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What does Mitsubishi Electric make for defense?
Last updated: October 2026
Mitsubishi Electric of Tokyo makes the radars, electronic-warfare systems and satellites behind Japan’s defenses — including the J/FPS-7 air-surveillance radar network and missile-defense sensors. The electronics giant also builds the guidance systems for Japanese missiles and secure military communications. Its space systems include the Michibiki navigation satellites used by the Self-Defense Forces.
| Company | Mitsubishi Electric |
|---|---|
| Country | Japan |
| Headquarters | Tokyo |
- J/FPS-7 air-surveillance radars
- Electronic-warfare systems
- Military satellites
- Missile guidance systems
- Japan Self-Defense Forces
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