Japan’s space agency, JAXA, has lost contact with its Venus spacecraft, Akatsuki. The spacecraft, which has been studying Venus’ climate since 2015, has been experiencing problems with its attitude control system. JAXA is currently attempting to reestablish communication with the spacecraft. Akatsuki is Japan’s only active spacecraft currently in orbit around Venus. The spacecraft has been providing valuable data on Venus’ climate and atmospheric dynamics. JAXA is hopeful that it can restore contact with the spacecraft and continue its mission.