In terms of launch capability/payload, yes. However, that's an overly sweeping statement in that the Japanese aren't that behind in space exploration--they're working closely with the Americans. In fact the last two Shuttle missions were done for the assembly/completion of the Japanese KIBO experiments module.
-RODION



 
			
			 
			
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