TOKYO -- Two astronauts from Japan will set foot on the moon through the lunar exploration program led by NASA, under a basic agreement reached by the Japanese and U.S. governments, it was learned on Sunday.
First lunar landing with Japanese crew seen taking place in 2028 or later

An artist's rendering of astronauts conducting activities on the lunar surface. (NASA)
TOKYO -- Two astronauts from Japan will set foot on the moon through the lunar exploration program led by NASA, under a basic agreement reached by the Japanese and U.S. governments, it was learned on Sunday.