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Japan is becoming a submarine powerhouse

Japan now operates five cutting-edge Taigei-class submarines, in addition to its 12 Soryu-class and 6 Oyashio-class vessels.
Diesel-electric submarines like the Taigei class offer Japan a fearsome weapon against China—at a fraction of the cost of cutting-edge American ones.
Key Points and Summary - Japan's Sōryū-class diesel-electric attack submarines are some of the most advanced and stealthy non-nuclear subs in the world. -Named after mythical dragons, these boats are ...