Information Density: Synspective Inc. – Signal Evidence & AI Readability

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UNVEIL THE CHANGING WORLDBOOST YOUR DECISION-MAKING

[H2] Revolutionizing Environmental Monitoring with SAR Data
Synspective provides SAR data and remote monitoring services to government agencies and companies worldwide. We also provide SAR data from our satellites to data analysis companies developing their own data products and solutions. Together, a SAR data ecosystem is taking shape that will transform how we as humans manage our environment, natural resources, and exposure to risk.
Looking to acquire SAR data for your organization? Learn more about our satellites and observation modes below.
Synspective SAR DATA
[H2] Solutions for understanding the Earth through analytics
Synspective offers cloud-based solutions that provide analytics services using data science and machine learning to help organizations derive critical insights from immense volumes of data.
Solution Lineup
[H2] SAR satellite and constellation
Our small 100kg class SAR satellites can monitor the world with high precision, regardless of the time of day or weather conditions. Our first satellite was launched in 2020, and since then we have launched multiple satellites. We aim to build a constellation of 30 satellites that will enable near real-time observation of any part of the world.
Satellite Information
[H2] Global Growth Team
With a global team of specialists from Japan, Singapore, the United States, and beyond, Synspective delivers high-value satellite solutions built on international expertise. We are committed to being a trusted partner to our clients worldwide, combining cutting-edge technology with dedicated, localized support to meet the unique needs of every region.Global Growth Team
[H2] LATEST NEWS
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Synspective’s Ninth SAR Satellite Successfully Reaches Target Orbit and Spreads Its Wings
2026/05/22
Press release

Synspective Releases First Imagery from Eighth Satellite
2026/05/13
Information

Centimeter-Accuracy Monitoring of Large-Displacement Infrastructure Using StriX SAR and the Pixel Offset Method
2026/05/13
Use Case

Synspective and SkyFi Partner to Simplify Access to High-Resolution SAR Satellite Imagery
2026/05/12
Press release

Announcement of the Launch Schedule for Synspective’s Ninth StriX Satellite
2026/04/30
Press release

The GEOINT Symposium: Why Synspective Continues to Lead on the Global Stage
2026/04/28
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About Us

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Our Mission
To create a new infrastructure that enables the next generation to understand our Earth and achieve a resilient future.
Everyone shares the common hope for people to live peacefully and enhance their quality of life for themselves and future generations. However, disasters and conflicts now threaten this hope. The vital infrastructure we've created has been destroyed, and countless lives have been lost. Moreover, environmental challenges and limited resources are obstructing sustainable development. To benefit future generations, we need to grow our economy responsibly, considering the Earth's environmental limits and ability to regenerate.
Global data analysis requires wide-ranging, uniform, reliable, and unbiased data delivered in near real-time. A constellation of Earth observation (EO) satellites that can monitor the Earth’s surface, in conjunction with a system that can extract valuable insights at scale from large amounts of data captured by EO satellites, can achieve this. Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellites are essential in this effort because they can produce a treasure trove of information about the world around us. SAR satellites can monitor Earth any time of day or night and are unaffected by weather and other climate conditions.
While public institutions and research organizations are working to address these challenges, private companies offer unique strengths, particularly in adapting quickly to complex and evolving requirements. Their flexibility and speed can enhance collaboration with public institutions and research initiatives. With this in mind, it’s our mission to create a new infrastructure that enables the next generation to understand our Earth and achieve a resilient future, starting with a constellation of SAR satellites.

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Who We Are
Synspective designs, builds, and operates a fleet of SAR satellites to detect and understand changes across the globe. Leveraging SAR satellite data with proprietary data analysis techniques, Synspective offers two services: SAR data sales and solution services.

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Satellites
Synspective’s 100kg class SAR satellites are innovative, compact, and low-cost and can consistently and reliably gather data, regardless of the time of day or weather conditions.

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Data
Synspective’s SAR satellites can obtain data covering over 1,000km2 in 1-3m resolution anywhere in the world. Synspective provides SAR data and remote monitoring services to government agencies and companies worldwide.

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Solutions
Synspective offers cloud-based solutions that provide analytics services using data science and machine learning to help organizations derive critical insights from immense volumes of data.

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Synspective Inc.

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Founder & CEO

Dr. Motoyuki Arai
Founder & CEO
Moto founded Synspective in February 2018. As the CEO, he leads Synspective’s mission, overall strategy, and operations.

Moto began his career working at the Tokyo office of a US-based consulting firm for five years. He helped more than 15 global companies design new business and technology strategies to improve corporate governance and internal controls.

Moto received his PhD in Technology Management for Innovation from the University of Tokyo. His research focused on the construction of energy systems to promote economic growth in developing countries. Moto then implemented his knowledge of business development to lead projects in areas such as energy, water and sanitation, agriculture, and recycling in Saudi Arabia, Bangladesh, Laos, Cambodia, Kenya, Tanzania, and disaster-stricken areas in Japan.

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Board of Directors

Atsushi Shito
Board DirectorChief Financial Officer
Atsushi joined Synspective in July 2018 as the General Manager of Corporate Administration. He manages accounting, finance, auditing, investor relations, and legal strategy and operation. He became a member of the Board of Directors in April 2021.

Prior to joining Synspective, Atsushi worked for a number of audit corporations where he performed financial audits and provided support to achieve IPOs, J-SOX compliance, and financial due diligence.

In addition, Atsushi was the co-founder and CFO of a startup where he raised more than ¥1.2 billion yen from venture capital firms, operational companies, and government organizations. He is a Certified Public Accountant.
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Atsushi joined Synspective in July 2018 as the General Manager of Corporate Administration. He manages accounting, finance, auditing, investor relations, and legal strategy and operation. He became a member of the Board of Directors in April 2021.

Prior to joining Synspective, Atsushi worked for a number of audit corporations where he performed financial audits and provided support to achieve IPOs, J-SOX compliance, and financial due diligence.

In addition, Atsushi was the co-founder and CFO of a startup where he raised more than ¥1.2 billion yen from venture capital firms, operational companies, and government organizations. He is a Certified Public Accountant.
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Atsushi Shito
Board DirectorChief Financial Officer
Atsushi joined Synspective in July 2018 as the General Manager of Corporate Administration. He manages accounting, finance, auditing, investor relations, and legal strategy and operation. He became a member of the Board of Directors in April 2021.

Prior to joining Synspective, Atsushi worked for a number of audit corporations where he performed financial audits and provided support to achieve IPOs, J-SOX compliance, and financial due diligence.

In addition, Atsushi was the co-founder and CFO of a startup where he raised more than ¥1.2 billion yen from venture capital firms, operational companies, and government organizations. He is a Certified Public Accountant.

Yu Akiyama
Board DirectorChief Strategic Program Officer
After gaining experience in corporate sales for mid-sized and large enterprises at a major financial institution, Yu worked in investment and loan credit assessment for the energy, chemical, and pharmaceutical sectors, handling projects ranging from several hundred million to over several hundred billion yen. He also developed simulation models to evaluate the competitiveness and stability of power supply for electric utilities and power plants nationwide, incorporating operational conditions of power generation facilities.

He joined Synspective in September 2018 as a Data Scientist, concurrently serving in corporate planning and contributing to business expansion through operational reforms. In January 2020, he became Customer Solution Engineer Manager, leading customer problem discovery and proof-of-concept (PoC) projects using satellite data to enable data-driven decision-making in real-world operations. He was appointed General Manager of Marketing & Sales in May 2021 and joined the Management Strategy Officein July 2022. Since July 2023, he has served as Head of the Defense and Intelligence Project Management Office, leading strategy formulation and planning for national security–related programs.
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After gaining experience in corporate sales for mid-sized and large enterprises at a major financial institution, Yu worked in investment and loan credit assessment for the energy, chemical, and pharmaceutical sectors, handling projects ranging from several hundred million to over several hundred billion yen. He also developed simulation models to evaluate the competitiveness and stability of power supply for electric utilities and power plants nationwide, incorporating operational conditions of power generation facilities.

He joined Synspective in September 2018 as a Data Scientist, concurrently serving in corporate planning and contributing to business expansion through operational reforms. In January 2020, he became Customer Solution Engineer Manager, leading customer problem discovery and proof-of-concept (PoC) projects using satellite data to enable data-driven decision-making in real-world operations. He was appointed General Manager of Marketing & Sales in May 2021 and joined the Management Strategy Officein July 2022. Since July 2023, he has served as Head of the Defense and Intelligence Project Management Office, leading strategy formulation and planning for national security–related programs.
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Yu Akiyama
Board DirectorChief Strategic Program Officer
After gaining experience in corporate sales for mid-sized and large enterprises at a major financial institution, Yu worked in investment and loan credit assessment for the energy, chemical, and pharmaceutical sectors, handling projects ranging from several hundred million to over several hundred billion yen. He also developed simulation models to evaluate the competitiveness and stability of power supply for electric utilities and power plants nationwide, incorporating operational conditions of power generation facilities.

He joined Synspective in September 2018 as a Data Scientist, concurrently serving in corporate planning and contributing to business expansion through operational reforms. In January 2020, he became Customer Solution Engineer Manager, leading customer problem discovery and proof-of-concept (PoC) projects using satellite data to enable data-driven decision-making in real-world operations. He was appointed General Manager of Marketing & Sales in May 2021 and joined the Management Strategy Officein July 2022. Since July 2023, he has served as Head of the Defense and Intelligence Project Management Office, leading strategy formulation and planning for national security–related programs.

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Executive Officers

Takayuki Odawara
Executive OfficerChief Revenue Officer
Takayuki, also known as "Oda," joined Synspective in 2021 as a geospatial business development expert in Japan and international markets. He assumed his current Chief Revenue Officer position in January 2026.

Takayuki’s career spans 30 years with a focus on the geospatial data and analytics industry including Earth observation and remote sensing, location-based services, connected cars, and intelligent transportation systems. After taking on Sony's consumer electronics sales and marketing role in the North African market, Takayuki served in a series of business growth roles including sales and marketing manager at NAVTEQ (now HERE Technologies), Corporate VP and APAC head at DigitalGlobe (now Maxar Technologies) and INRIX, and country manager roles at leading geospatial start-ups.
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Takayuki, also known as "Oda," joined Synspective in 2021 as a geospatial business development expert in Japan and international markets. He assumed his current Chief Revenue Officer position in January 2026.

Takayuki’s career spans 30 years with a focus on the geospatial data and analytics industry including Earth observation and remote sensing, location-based services, connected cars, and intelligent transportation systems. After taking on Sony's consumer electronics sales and marketing role in the North African market, Takayuki served in a series of business growth roles including sales and marketing manager at NAVTEQ (now HERE Technologies), Corporate VP and APAC head at DigitalGlobe (now Maxar Technologies) and INRIX, and country manager roles at leading geospatial start-ups.
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Takayuki Odawara
Executive OfficerChief Revenue Officer
Takayuki, also known as "Oda," joined Synspective in 2021 as a geospatial business development expert in Japan and international markets. He assumed his current Chief Revenue Officer position in January 2026.

Takayuki’s career spans 30 years with a focus on the geospatial data and analytics industry including Earth observation and remote sensing, location-based services, connected cars, and intelligent transportation systems. After taking on Sony's consumer electronics sales and marketing role in the North African market, Takayuki served in a series of business growth roles including sales and marketing manager at NAVTEQ (now HERE Technologies), Corporate VP and APAC head at DigitalGlobe (now Maxar Technologies) and INRIX, and country manager roles at leading geospatial start-ups.

Dr. Toshihiro Obata
Executive OfficerDistinguished Chief Engineer
Toshihiro joined Synspective in April 2019 as a member of the Board of Directors and oversees the development, manufacturing, and operations of the company's small SAR satellites. As Distinguished Chief Engineer, he currently drives efforts to formulate the technology roadmap, form strategic partnerships, and lead relevant research.

Prior to Synspective, Toshihiro spent over 19 years at Mitsubishi Electric Corporation. He led the attitude control subsystem team for Earth observation satellites and later served as the manager of systems engineering. In 2004, he also contributed to the TerraSAR-X project at Astrium (now Airbus DS) in Friedrichshafen, Germany, as an exchange engineer.

His role is now Executive Officer at Synspective. He earned his Ph.D. in Engineering in April 2026 from the University of Tokyo.
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Toshihiro joined Synspective in April 2019 as a member of the Board of Directors and oversees the development, manufacturing, and operations of the company's small SAR satellites. As Distinguished Chief Engineer, he currently drives efforts to formulate the technology roadmap, form strategic partnerships, and lead relevant research.

Prior to Synspective, Toshihiro spent over 19 years at Mitsubishi Electric Corporation. He led the attitude control subsystem team for Earth observation satellites and later served as the manager of systems engineering. In 2004, he also contributed to the TerraSAR-X project at Astrium (now Airbus DS) in Friedrichshafen, Germany, as an exchange engineer.

His role is now Executive Officer at Synspective. He earned his Ph.D. in Engineering in April 2026 from the University of Tokyo.
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Dr. Toshihiro Obata
Executive OfficerDistinguished Chief Engineer
Toshihiro joined Synspective in April 2019 as a member of the Board of Directors and oversees the development, manufacturing, and operations of the company's small SAR satellites. As Distinguished Chief Engineer, he currently drives efforts to formulate the technology roadmap, form strategic partnerships, and lead relevant research.

Prior to Synspective, Toshihiro spent over 19 years at Mitsubishi Electric Corporation. He led the attitude control subsystem team for Earth observation satellites and later served as the manager of systems engineering. In 2004, he also contributed to the TerraSAR-X project at Astrium (now Airbus DS) in Friedrichshafen, Germany, as an exchange engineer.

His role is now Executive Officer at Synspective. He earned his Ph.D. in Engineering in April 20

[H1] SAR Data Gallery

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SAR DATA DOWNLOAD
Synspective's small SAR satellite, StriX, is equipped with a sensor called a synthetic aperture radar (SAR), which can observe the Earth's surface in any weather condition day or night. Not affected by clouds or rain, SAR is suitable for persistent monitoring of disasters and detailed changes to secure critical infrastructure and other facilities. This page lists sample images taken by StriX in various regions, at various times, and in various weather conditions. Please select "Date," "Country," or “Tag" from the pull-down menu below to filter the images. Please note that you will need to enter your email address and other information.

The Line/Saudi Arabia

2025/12/18(UTC)
Modes: Sliding Spotlight 2
Length [km]: Swath 10 x Length 10
Resolution [m]: 0.46 × 0.5

Ferrari World/United Arab Emirates

2025/10/04(UTC)
Modes: Staring Spotlight 4
Length [km]: Swath 10 x Length 3
Resolution [m]: 0.46 × 0.25

Rio de Janeiro/Brazil

2025/09/24(UTC)
Modes: Sliding Spotlight 2
Length [km]: Swath 10 x Length 10
Resolution [m]: 0.46 × 0.5

Lima/Peru

2025/09/22(UTC)
Modes: Sliding Spotlight 1
Length [km]: Swath 10 x Length 10
Resolution [m]: 0.9 × 0.9

El Dorado International Airport, Bogota/Colombia

2025/09/20(UTC)
Modes: Sliding Spotlight 2
Length [km]: Swath 10 x Length 10
Resolution [m]: 0.46 × 0.5

Amazon Region/Brazil

2025/09/18(UTC)
Modes: Sliding Spotlight 1
Length [km]: Swath 10 x Length 10
Resolution [m]: 0.9 × 0.9

São Paulo/Guarulhos International Airport/Brazil

2025/08/09(UTC)
Modes: Sliding Spotlight 2
Length [km]: Swath 10 x Length 10
Resolution [m]: 0.46 × 0.5

Port of Santos/Brazil

2025/08/08(UTC)
Modes: Sliding Spotlight 2
Length [km]: Swath 10 x Length 10
Resolution [m]: 0.46 × 0.5

Mt. Fuji/Japan

2025/07/21(UTC)
Modes: Staring Spotlight 3
Length [km]: Swath 10 x Length 3
Resolution [m]: 0.46 × 0.5

East Japan Area/Japan

2025/07/20(UTC)
Modes: Long Stripmap
Length [km]: Swath 10-30 x Length 50 (2 to 10 scenes)
Resolution [m]: 3.6 × 2.6

Panama Canal (Atlantic Side)/Panama

2025/07/20(UTC)
Modes: Sliding Spotlight 2
Length [km]: Swath 10 x Length 10
Resolution [m]: 0.46 × 0.5

Panama Canal (Pacific Side)/Panama

2025/07/20(UTC)
Modes: Sliding Spotlight 2
Length [km]: Swath 10 x Length 10
Resolution [m]: 0.46 × 0.5

Financial District, New York City/USA

2025/07/12(UTC)
Modes: Staring Spotlight 4
Length [km]: Swath 10 x Length 3
Resolution [m]: 0.46 × 0.25

Houston Port/USA

2025/06/05(UTC)
Modes: Staring Spotlight 2
Length [km]: Swath 10 x Length 3
Resolution [m]: 0.9 × 0.25

Karachi/Pakistan

2025/05/09(UTC)
Modes: Staring Spotlight 1
Length [km]: Swath 10 x Length 3
Resolution [m]: 0.9 × 0.5

Super Pit/Australia

2025/04/26(UTC)
Modes: Sliding Spotlight 1
Length [km]: Swath 10 x Length 10
Resolution [m]: 0.9 × 0.9

San Ysidro Border Crossing/US-Mexico

2025/03/16(UTC)
Modes: Staring Spotlight 2
Length [km]: Swath 10 x Length 3
Resolution [m]: 0.9 × 0.25

Accra/Ghana

2025/02/27(UTC)
Modes: Sliding Spotlight 1
Length [km]: Swath 10 x Length 10
Resolution [m]: 0.9 × 0.9

Nairobi/Kenya

2025/02/22(UTC)
Modes: Stripmap
Length [km]: Swath 10-30 x Length 50-70
Resolution [m]: 3.6 × 2.6

Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki/Indonesia

2024/11/15(UTC)
Modes: Staring Spotlight 1
Length [km]: Swath 10 x Length 3
Resolution [m]: 0.9 × 0.5

Ukrainka Air Base/Russia

2024/10/07(UTC)
Modes: Staring Spotlight 1
Length [km]: Swath 10 x Length 3
Resolution [m]: 0.9 × 0.5

Soma City/Japan

2024/06/23, 2024/07/01, 2024/07/09(UTC)
Modes: Stripmap
Length [km]: Swath 10-30 x Length 50-70
Resolution [m]: 3.6 × 2.6

Offshore Wind Farm/Denmark

2023/06/05(UTC)
Modes: Stripmap
Length [km]: Swath 10-30 x Length 50-70
Resolution [m]: 3.6 × 2.6

Onagawa/Japan

2023/03/16(UTC)
Modes: Stripmap
Length [km]: Swath 10-30 x Length 50-70
Resolution [m]: 3.6 × 2.6

Sakurajima/Japan

2023/01/29(UTC)
Modes: Stripmap
Length [km]: Swath 10-30 x Length 50-70
Resolution [m]: 3.6 × 2.6

Hachiro Lagoon/Japan

2022/12/12(UTC)
Modes: Stripmap
Length [km]: Swath 10-30 x Length 50-70
Resolution [m]: 3.6 × 2.6

Venice and its Lagoon/Italy

2022/12/12(UTC)
Modes: Stripmap
Length [km]: Swath 10-30 x Length 50-70
Resolution [m]: 3.6 × 2.6

Mozu Tombs/Japan

2022/12/06(UTC)
Modes: Sliding Spotlight 1
Length [km]: Swath 10 x Length 10
Resolution [m]: 0.9 × 0.9

Sevastopol / Ukraine

2022/09/21(UTC)
Modes: Sliding Spotlight 1
Length [km]: Swath 10 x Length 10
Resolution [m]: 0.9 × 0.9

Olympic Dam/Australia

2022/09/12(UTC)
Modes: Stripmap
Length [km]: Swath 10-30 x Length 50-70
Resolution [m]: 3.6 × 2.6

Tashkent/Uzbekistan

2022/08/15(UTC)
Modes: Sliding Spotlight 1
Length [km]: Swath 10 x Length 10
Resolution [m]: 0.9 × 0.9

Yopal/Colombia

2022/08/12(UTC)
Modes: Stripmap
Length [km]: Swath 10-30 x Length 50-70
Resolution [m]: 3.6 × 2.6

Putrajaya/Malaysia

2022/08/11(UTC)
Modes: Sliding Spotlight 1
Length [km]: Swath 10 x Length 10
Resolution [m]: 0.9 × 0.9

Busan/South Korea

2022/08/11(UTC)
Modes: Stripmap
Length [km]: Swath 10-30 x Length 50-70
Resolution [m]: 3.6 × 2.6

Port of Singapore/Singapore

2022/07/29, 2022/07/30, 2022/07/31(UTC)
Modes: Stripmap
Length [km]: Swath 10-30 x Length 50-70
Resolution [m]: 3.6 × 2.6

SOLUTION PRODUCT
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Land Displacement Monitoring (LDM)

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[H3] Solution Overview
Land Displacement Monitoring Solution originated from InSAR*2 analysis and is capable of detecting timely vertical land displacement, in millimeters, over a wide area. In addition, this service enables periodical observation and understanding of land subsidence and deformation.
*InSAR：Interferometric SAR. The technology to detect land displacement with mm accuracy.

[H3] Assumed Issues
Excessive time and personal expenses needed to evaluate land displacement across a wide area.
Despite some mobility restrictions, this service can be used in areas that are difficult to physically enter during a disaster or where a remote site survey is necessary.
[H3] Benefits and Outputs
Cost reduction compared to existing methods.
Greatly reduce the lead time for surveys.
Improve the frequency of maintenance and management.
[H3] This Solution Would Support
Road, tunnel and railway construction: land subsidence/uplift, landslide
Construction management: landfill, cutting, land elevation, soil improvement
Public facility management: ports, airports
Disaster prevention facility management: dike, breakwater, seawall
Energy and resource development: dam, electricity, oil, gas, mineral

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Articles

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Synspective : ALOS-4 Session
2025.11.17
Events

Synspective to Begin Service Provision with Japan's Advanced Radar Satellite Daichi-4 (ALOS-4)
2025/09/01
Information

Monitor Land Displacement with Millimeter Accuracy Using SAR Satellites
2024/06/27
Use Case