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- Japan launched the Kaguya orbiter on September 14, 2007
- China launched the Chang'e 1 orbiter on October 24, 2007
- Both missions successfully entered stable orbits around the Moon
- Currently carrying out planned mission tasksSpace.com: Japan, China To Extend Successful Lunar Missions (March 31, 2008)
- Japan tentatively plans to launch a lunar lander mission around 2015
- China tentatively plans for 2013-2015
- Neither country has finalized funding for further lunar missionsSpace.com: Japan, China To Extend Successful Lunar Missions (March 31, 2008)
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In 2007, both China and Japan launched their first independent missions to explore the Moon. Both missions successfully entered lunar orbits. In response, the China National Space Administration (CNSA) and Japanese Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) have stated that they plan to carry out further lunar missions, including robotic and manned missions.Space.com: Japan, China To Extend Successful Lunar Missions (March 31, 2008)
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Not Officially a Space Race
Chinese officials have clearly stated that they do not consider themselves in a race against Japan to reach the Moon.Space Daily: Mission To Moon Not A Race With Others (August 20, 2007) But Japanese officials have likened the Moon missions to the race for the South Pole.FOXNews.com: China, Japan to Launc Lunar Mission (August 24, 2007) -
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China and Japan Lunar Missions Questions
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What is a lunar cycle? 1 AnswerThe moon passes between the earth and the sun once ever 29.5days - thats what is generally meant by a lunar cycle. Quite a few of the worlds religions use calen... read more
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