Japanese Spacecraft captured a rare stunning photo
From the lunar orbit, a private Japanese moon lander sends home a stunning image.
Space is always one of the most curious subjects. but thanks to technological advances, we now have an idea about space. Finally, a Japanese spacecraft captured some unique images. Japan's Moon-bound Hakuto-R spacecraft recorded an image of the celestial body's dusty surface. The Hakuto-R, which successfully entered lunar orbit a few days ago, was designed by Tokyo-based private space company "ispace".
Japan's spacecraft has captured amazing images
Hello from lunar orbit! 🌔
— ispace (@ispace_inc) March 27, 2023
After last week's successful lunar orbital insertion maneuver, this image of the Moon was captured by our lander-mounted camera during HAKUTO-R Mission 1.
More stunning views to come!
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The spacecraft was launched on December 11 with SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket carrying cargo to the Moon. After three months of space travel, Hakuto-R maneuvered and entered lunar orbit on March 21. The spacecraft is currently in a stable orbit around the Moon. Space officials reported that Hakuto-R will attempt to land on the Moon in late April. However, it was reported that the exact landing date has not been determined yet.