Japan's new HTV-X cargo spacecraft will depart the International Space Station today (March 6) after a four-month stay, and you can watch the action live.

HTV-X1 is set to be released by Canadarm2 from the ISS, remaining in orbit for three months while conducting JAXA-controlled science experiments and technology demonstrations.

After delivering cargo to the International Space Station JAXA’s uncrewed HTV‑X1 cargo spacecraft is scheduled to depart Friday, March 6.

After completing its primary mission, HTV‑X1 cargo spacecraft, which is operated by JAXA and NASA, will depart the ISS on 6 March 2026. Live coverage will begin at 11:45 a.m. EST.

Japan’s HTV-X1 cargo spacecraft is set to leave the International Space Station this week, completing its mission with planned experiments and disposal of materials, according to NASA.

The Expedition 74 crew aboard the International Space Station is preparing to release Japan’s HTV-X1 cargo spacecraft after four months docked. Using Canadarm2, flight controllers will detach the ...

After delivering about 12,000 pounds of supplies, scientific investigations, hardware, and other cargo to the International ...

The new HTV‑X1 cargo spacecraft from JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency), carrying about 12,800 pounds of science, supplies, and hardware for ...