Kimiya Yui

Type: Person

As of November 2026, Kimiya Yui has been mentioned in 2 episodes across 1 podcast, first heard Jan 2026 on NASA. Represents JAXA on Crew-11, emphasizes international cooperation, compares Soyuz vs Crew Dragon experience, and comments on future Starliner interest and JAXA flight opportunities.

Kimiya Yui is a Japanese astronaut with the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) and a retired fighter pilot with the Japan Air Self-Defense Force. He was selected by JAXA in 2009.

Kimiya Yui at a glance
Mentioned in	2 episodes on 1 podcast (as of November 2026)
First heard	Jan 2026 on NASA
Role	JAXA astronaut; Mission specialist (per episode)
Affiliation	JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency)

What do podcasts say about Kimiya Yui?

2 quotes, recorded on NASA.

I'm really happy. It was unbelievable, unforgettable in increments for me.
NASA · Jan 2026 · Hear it
Next up is NASA astronaut Kamiya Yui, representing JAXA.
NASA · Jan 2026 · Episode

Which podcasts has Kimiya Yui appeared on?

Kimiya Yui came up; the most recent mention was Jan 2026 on NASA.

NASA's SpaceX Crew-11 Post-Flight News Conference (Jan. 21, 2026) on NASA (Jan 2026)
NASA's SpaceX Crew-11 Re-Entry and Splashdown on NASA (Jan 2026)

What is Kimiya Yui mentioned alongside?

Kimiya Yui is most often mentioned alongside Oleg Platonov, Zena Cardman and Mike Fincke.

Worked with: Oleg Platonov

Worked with: Zena Cardman, Mike Fincke, Oleg Platonov