The Self Defense Fleet is participating in #KeenSword27 to enhance Japan-U.S. bilateral readiness under realistic combat scenarios, strengthening the alliance and bolstering deterrence to ensure peace and stability in the region. #JapanUSAlliance #FOIP

On Oct.20, VADM OMACHI Katsushi, Commander, Self Defense Fleet presented a letter of commendation to CDR Timothy P. BAKER, staff officer of the @US7thFlt. for his efforts to strengthen cooperation between the Self Defense Fleet and the U.S. Navy. #FOIP

On Oct.16, JGSDF Command & General Staff (CGS) students from JGSDF Training Evaluation Research and Development Command (@jgsdf_tercom) visited the JMSDF MOC for a tour. During the visit, an exchange of views was held regarding cooperation between the JMSDF and the JGSDF.

Commander, Self Defense Fleet visited JMSDF units in Kanoya/Sasebo (Oct.15-16)to inspect personnel conditions. At JS #Kirisame departure ceremony (Oct.17), he encouraged personnel for their 6-month counter-piracy mission and thanked their families/friends for the support. #FOIP

The Commander, Self Defense Fleet and the Commander, U.S. SEVENTH Fleet held in the annual bilateral meeting known as 'KONDANKAI' at U.S. Fleet Activities Yokosuka, where they exchanged views on the future direction of Japan-U.S. cooperation. #FOIP #USNavy @US7thFlt

On Oct. 1, JASDF Officer Candidate School students visited JMSDF MOC for a tour, followed by JASDF Command & Staff College students on Oct. 6. Staff College students also met with Commander, SD Fleet. Both students talked with us on JMSDF-JASDF cooperation. #FOIP

On Sep. 28,Commander, Self Defense Fleet presented a letter of commendation to RDML Sheldon, Vice Commander, @US7thFlt , as she enhanced cooperation & interoperability between Self Defense Fleet and U.S. Navy through discussions with Chief of Staff, Self Defense Fleet. #FOIP

On Aug. 26, COL Bertram ANG, Fleet Commander, Republic of Singapore Navy(RSN) visited the MOC and had an office call with VADM OMACHI Katsushi, Commander, Self Defense Fleet, and exchanged views on strengthening cooperation between 🇯🇵 and 🇸🇬. #FOIP

On Aug.23, the Commander, Self Defense Fleet attended a homecoming ceremony for a #CounterPiracyAviationUnit at JMSDF Hachinohe Base, commending the crew for successfully completing their about 6-month mission and thanking their families and friends for great support. #FOIP

On 19 August, VADM OMACHI Katsushi, Commander, Self Defense Fleet presented a letter of commendation to CDR Andrew L. ORCHARD, staff officer of the U.S. 7th Fleet for his efforts to strengthen cooperation between the Self Defense Fleet and the U.S. Navy. @US7thFlt. #FOIP