Japanese startups rush into defense drones

Aerospace & Defense IndustriesEams Robotics aims to work with Anduril, Terra Drone brings battery production to JapanThe P1-SUN Long Interceptor Drone, developed by Ukrainian defense technology company SkyFall, is just one example of the growing importance of drones on the battlefield. © Getty ImagesMITSURU OBEAugust 3, 2026 10:26 JSTTOKYO -- Japanese startups are entering defense drone production as Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi seeks to reduce dependence on China and expand domestic manufacturing.