US Navy Bases in Japan Vulnerable to Chinese Missile Strikes
DEFENSE
US Navy bases in Japan, particularly Sasebo and Yokosuka, are considered vulnerable to potential Chinese missile strikes in the event of conflict. Sasebo is crucial for logistics and may be incapacitated early in hostilities, while Yokosuka, home to a multi-billion-dollar aircraft carrier, faces the threat of being targeted by at least 200 missiles, raising concerns about collateral damage to nearby facilities.

Jan 20, 2026, 6:18 AM