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Michibiki 7 (QZS-7) — Mitsubishi Heavy Industries rocket launch
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Michibiki 7 (QZS-7)

Thu, Aug 6, 2026, 7:30 PM UTC
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Rocket
H3-22
Pad
Yoshinobu Launch Complex LP-2
Orbit
Geostationary Transfer Orbit
Window
90 min

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries's H3-22 is set to launch Michibiki 7 (QZS-7) on August 6, 2026 from Yoshinobu Launch Complex LP-2, Tanegashima Space Center, Japan. The countdown above is shown in your local timezone; the status updates live as the flight moves from To Be Confirmed to Go, and if it slips or scrubs. QZSS (Quasi Zenith Satellite System) is a Japanese satellite navigation system operating from inclined, elliptical geosynchronous orbits to achieve optimal high-elevation visibility in urban canyons and mountainous areas. The navigation system objective is to broadcast GPS-interoperable and augmentation signals as well as original Japanese (QZSS) signals from a three-spacecraft constellation. The navigation system objective is to broadcast GPS-interoperable and augmentation signals as well as original Japanese (QZSS) signals from a three-spacecraft constellation in inclined, elliptical geosynchronous orbits.

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Where to watch Michibiki 7 (QZS-7)

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries carries the official webcast on its own channel. When the stream link is published we surface it here, and embed the player on launch day. For the full rundown of where every provider streams — and how to catch it in your timezone — see how to watch a rocket launch live. New to the jargon? The launch glossary explains scrub, hold, MECO and the rest.

Frequently asked questions

When does Michibiki 7 (QZS-7) launch?
Michibiki 7 (QZS-7) is scheduled to launch on August 6, 2026 from Yoshinobu Launch Complex LP-2, Tanegashima Space Center, Japan. The countdown on this page shows the time in your local timezone and updates if the schedule changes.
Where can I watch Michibiki 7 (QZS-7) live?
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries streams the launch on its official channel. When a webcast link is available it appears on this page, and the player is embedded on launch day.
What rocket is launching Michibiki 7 (QZS-7)?
Michibiki 7 (QZS-7) launches on Mitsubishi Heavy Industries's H3-22 from Yoshinobu Launch Complex LP-2, Tanegashima Space Center, Japan.
Can I watch Michibiki 7 (QZS-7) in person?
Possibly, if you're near Tanegashima Space Center, Japan. See our in-person viewing guide for the best public spots, and check whether this launch is visible from your location.

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