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Navy comparison: Flag of Japan Japan vs Flag of Taiwan Taiwan

Japan operates a fleet of 158 ships compared to 107 for Taiwan. Of these, 158 and 97 are in active service respectively.

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Japan Taiwan
Official name Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Republic of China Navy
Total ships 158 (2026) 107 (2026)
Active ships 158 97
Naval ensign Ensign of Japan navy Ensign of Taiwan navy
Ship Categories Radar Comparison

Ships by Category

🇯🇵 Japanas of 2026
  • Submarines 23
  • Aircraft carriers 2
  • Destroyers 42
  • Frigates 10
  • Patrol boats 6
  • Amphibious ships 3
  • Mine Warfare ships 18
  • Support ships 11
  • Other ships 43
🇹🇼 Taiwanas of 2026
  • Submarines 12
  • Destroyers 4
  • Frigates 21
  • Corvettes 8
  • Coastal boats 2
  • Patrol boats 37
  • Amphibious ships 8
  • Mine Warfare ships 10
  • Support ships 5
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which country has more naval ships, Japan or Taiwan?
Japan has a larger navy with 158 ships compared to Taiwan's 107 ships.
Which navy has more submarines, Japan or Taiwan?
Japan operates more submarines with 23 compared to Taiwan's 12.
Which country has more aircraft carriers, Japan or Taiwan?
Japan has 2 aircraft carrier(s) compared to Taiwan's 0.
Which navy has more destroyers, Japan or Taiwan?
Japan operates 42 destroyers compared to Taiwan's 4.
Which navy has more frigates, Japan or Taiwan?
Taiwan operates 21 frigates compared to Japan's 10.