According to Nikkei Asia, these companies are moving to capture a portion of a sector where Chinese manufacturers currently hold a 91% market share.
Establishing a local production base is vital as drones become a central component of modern battlefield infrastructure.
By developing internal supply chains, Japan aims to secure its defense logistics against geopolitical shifts and potential disruptions.
As part of this effort, Terra Drone is bringing the production of batteries—the specialized power units required for flight—to Japan to ensure critical hardware remains accessible during conflicts.
To accelerate technical development, Japanese firms are pursuing strategic partnerships with established international players.
Eams Robotics intends to collaborate with the American defense technology company Anduril to enhance its product offerings.
This expansion is supported by a broader government move toward local procurement, a policy of purchasing equipment from domestic businesses, which is designed to foster a self-reliant aerospace industry and decrease vulnerability to foreign export restrictions.