Japanese Self-Defense Fleet Warships
The Japanese Self-Defense Fleet fields a wide range of advanced warships emphasizing balanced firepower, precision maneuvering, and resilient defensive networks. Fleet formations revolve around command battleships or heavy cruisers, supported by agile destroyers, frigates, and assault elements designed for corridor security and rapid-response operations.
CAPITAL SHIPS
Kaga-class Battleship
Specifications
- Length: 312 meters
- Displacement: ~89,500 metric tons (standard)
- Propulsion: Dual-core fusion reactors; vectored grav-thrust arrays
- Fusion Endurance: ~24 years between refit cycles
- Tunnel Drive: Terran Type-TD/IV; 6.2 ly operational, 6.3 ly emergency
- Crew: ~615 + 38 flag/C2 staff
Role & Performance
Primary command battleship for sector task groups. Prioritizes resilient power architecture, layered point defense, and long-duration C2. Designed to anchor the line, absorb counterfire, and maintain battlespace networking under saturation attack.
Armament
- 8 heavy railgun turrets (dual-barrel)
- 6 plasma lance turrets (capital-grade)
- 2 long-range VLS galleries (mixed ASM/SEAD/decoy loads)
- 18 integrated CIWS/laser clusters
Defenses & Systems
- Angled composite armor with nano-ceramic belts over a shock-isolated citadel
- Adaptive shield lattice with sector reinforcement and surge-buffer capacitors
- Fleet C2 suite (quantum relay, EW/ECM, battlespace fusion)
Small Craft Complement
- 8–12 interceptors/utility cutters (ventral hangars)
HEAVY & LINE CRUISERS
Kamikuza-class Heavy Cruiser
Specifications
- Length: 283 meters
- Displacement: ~75,800 metric tons
- Propulsion: Dual fusion cores; high-torque grav drives
- Fusion Endurance: ~22 years
- Tunnel Drive: Type-TD/IV; 6.2 ly
- Crew: ~475
Role & Performance
Heavily armored line cruiser for sustained engagements; doubles as deputy command node for dispersed formations and corridor defense.
Armament
- 6 heavy railgun turrets (dual)
- 4 plasma lances
- 2 VLS banks (ASM/PD mix)
- 14 CIWS/laser clusters
Defenses & Systems
- Reinforced armor belts; compartmentalized damage-control spines
- Adaptive shields tuned for broadside duels
- EW screen, sensor veil, command-grade datalinks
Small Craft Complement
- 4–6 interceptors/utility boats
Ashigara-class Cruiser
Specifications
- Length: 259 meters
- Displacement: ~65,200 metric tons
- Propulsion: Dual fusion; agile grav-thrust nodes
- Fusion Endurance: ~21 years
- Tunnel Drive: Type-TD/IV; 6.2 ly
- Crew: ~415
Role & Performance
Fast multi-role cruiser leading hunter-killer screens; balances standoff missile batteries with robust close-in defenses for convoy overwatch and raider pursuit.
Armament
- 5 medium railgun turrets (triple)
- 4 plasma beam emitters
- 2 VLS banks (ASM/SEAD/decoys)
- 12 CIWS clusters
Defenses & Systems
- Composite armor with angled facets
- Rapid-recovery shields with maneuver bias
- EW/ECM suite; corridor health and traffic-control sensors
Small Craft Complement
- 4 interceptors/utility craft
Keiako-class Cruiser
Specifications
- Length: 269 meters
- Displacement: ~67,400 metric tons
- Propulsion: Dual fusion; extended-range grav lattice
- Fusion Endurance: ~22 years
- Tunnel Drive: Type-TD/IV; 6.2 ly
- Crew: ~428
Role & Performance
Long-endurance cruiser optimized for convoy command and corridor policing with expanded sensors and EW suites; excels at station-keeping and distributed operations.
Armament
- 4 medium railgun turrets (triple)
- 4 plasma lances
- 2 VLS banks (PD/ASM mix)
- 12 CIWS/laser clusters
Defenses & Systems
- Compartmentalized armor/citadel layout
- Sector-reinforced shields
- Wide-area sensor masts, EW umbrella, comms relay
Small Craft Complement
- 4 interceptors/utility skiffs
DESTROYERS
Bensai-class Destroyer
Specifications
- Length: 181 meters
- Displacement: ~25,200 metric tons
- Propulsion: Single fusion core; high-response grav nodes
- Fusion Endurance: ~18 years
- Tunnel Drive: Type-TD/III; 6.1 ly
- Crew: ~208
Role & Performance
Multi-role escort for picket duty, anti-ship torpedo volleys, and layered point-defense around capitals and logistics hulls.
Armament
- 3 medium railgun turrets (dual)
- 2 plasma emitters
- 2 torpedo racks (hyper-velocity/cluster)
- 8 CIWS clusters
Defenses & Systems
- Light composite armor with reinforced vital zones
- Quick-cycle shield lattice
- Escort-grade EW and decoys
Mausumi-class Destroyer
Specifications
- Length: 192 meters
- Displacement: ~28,400 metric tons
- Propulsion: Single fusion core; long-leg grav arrays
- Fusion Endurance: ~19 years
- Tunnel Drive: Type-TD/III; 6.1 ly
- Crew: ~228
Role & Performance
Heavier destroyer variant emphasizing armor and sustained gun duels during corridor interdictions and rearguard actions.
Armament
- 4 medium railgun turrets (dual)
- 2 plasma lances
- 1 VLS bank (PD-heavy loadout)
- 10 CIWS/laser clusters
Defenses & Systems
- Thickened armor belts; shock-isolated magazine/citadel
- Enhanced shield capacity with dueling bias
- EW/ECM and decoy drones
Sawagiri-class Destroyer
Specifications
- Length: 168 meters
- Displacement: ~22,100 metric tons
- Propulsion: Single fusion; sprint-optimized grav nodes
- Fusion Endurance: ~18 years
- Tunnel Drive: Type-TD/III; 6.1 ly
- Crew: ~198
Role & Performance
High-thrust escort killer designed for wolfpack tactics and rapid counter-raider responses; excels in flanking and pursuit.
Armament
- 2 medium railgun turrets (triple)
- 2 plasma emitters
- 2 torpedo racks (AShM/ASAT options)
- 8 CIWS/laser mounts
Defenses & Systems
- Angled armor; reduced signature shaping
- Fast-recovery shields
- Lightweight EW scrambler and decoys
FRIGATES & ESCORTS
Sendai-class Frigate
Specifications
- Length: 148 meters
- Displacement: ~15,200 metric tons
- Propulsion: Compact fusion; efficient grav-thrust
- Fusion Endurance: ~16 years
- Tunnel Drive: Type-TD/II; 6.0 ly
- Crew: ~158
Role & Performance
Long-patrol frigate for frontier station-keeping, convoy shepherding, and SAR support; includes extended consumables and field repair bays.
Armament
- 2 light/medium rail turrets
- 1 plasma emitter
- 1 micro-VLS bank (PD/utility)
- 6 CIWS/laser mounts
Defenses & Systems
- Light composite armor
- Patrol-bias shield lattice
- Wide-area sensors, rescue drones, medical module
Yanagi-class Frigate
Specifications
- Length: 139 meters
- Displacement: ~13,500 metric tons
- Propulsion: Compact fusion; agile grav nodes
- Fusion Endurance: ~15 years
- Tunnel Drive: Type-TD/II; 6.0 ly
- Crew: ~148
Role & Performance
Flexible escort frigate for picket screens and customs enforcement along shared corridors; excels at close convoy defense.
Armament
- 2 light/medium rail turrets
- 1 plasma emitter
- 1 micro-VLS (decoy/PD mix)
- 6 CIWS/laser nodes
Defenses & Systems
- Reinforced light armor
- Quick-cycle shields
- Inspection sensors, law-enforcement comms/boarding kit
Miko-class Escort
Specifications
- Length: 113 meters
- Displacement: ~9,200 metric tons
- Propulsion: Micro-fusion; efficient grav thrusters
- Fusion Endurance: ~14 years
- Tunnel Drive: Type-TD/II; 6.0 ly
- Crew: ~108
Role & Performance
Compact escort craft for convoy defense, customs inspections, and close protection of logistics hulls; optimized for long hours on picket.
Armament
- 1 light/medium rail turret
- 1 micro-VLS (PD/decoy)
- 6 CIWS/laser mounts (dense arc coverage)
Defenses & Systems
- Light composite armor; redundant power routing
- Quick-recovery shields tuned for PD
- EW/decoy suite; inspection sensors and boarding gear
INTERCEPTORS & ASSAULT ELEMENTS
Suo-class Interceptor
Specifications
- Length: 16 meters
- Displacement: ~24 metric tons
- Crew: 1
- Range: Point-defense/CAP; carrier or tender supported
Role & Performance
Agile pursuit craft for local space superiority, anti-bomber duty, and rapid-reaction screens around high-value assets.
Armament
- 2 light plasma/particle cannons
- 2 hardpoints (AAM/ASM)
Defenses & Systems
- Micro-shields; flare/decoy cassette
- Short-range EW scrambler
Taigei-class Assault Ship
Specifications
- Length: 216 meters
- Displacement: ~44,200 metric tons (assault load)
- Propulsion: Dual fusion; VT-grav assist for terminal ops
- Fusion Endurance: ~20 years
- Tunnel Drive: Type-TD/III; 6.0 ly
- Crew: ~258 + up to 600 marines/ground elements
Role & Performance
Assault transport configured for rapid insertion, orbital fire support, and secured resupply of forward ground elements; integrates medevac and repair bays.
Armament
- 2 medium rail turrets (dual)
- 8 CIWS/laser clusters (2 per quarter)
- 1 VLS bay (PD/SEAD mix)
Defenses & Systems
- Armored hull with belly reinforcement
- Projective shields for entry/LZ exposure
- Countermeasure suite; terrain-follow sensors
Small Craft Complement
- 8–12 combat landers (Aki-class or equivalent)
- Utility shuttles and cargo pods
Aki-class Combat Lander
Specifications
- Length: 51 meters
- Displacement: ~980 metric tons (loaded)
- Propulsion: Fusion lift + VT-grav pods
- Range: Ship-to-surface; limited orbital ferry
- Crew: 10 + 60 troops or equivalent cargo
Role & Performance
Heavily armored lander for atmospheric entry, troop deployment, and rapid extraction under contested conditions.
Armament
- 2 chin plasma turrets
- 2 door-mounted CIWS/laser mounts
- Hardpoints for micro-missiles/rockets
Defenses & Systems
- Composite armor; shock-isolated troop bay
- Projective shields for hot LZs
- Countermeasures: nav/terrain radar and lidar
