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    JGSDF conducts anti-ship warfare training with U.S. Army during RIMPAC 2026 [Image 5 of 8]

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    Two soldiers in Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) camouflage uniforms are directing or guiding a large military truck-mounted missile launcher system. The vehicle appears to be a Type 12 Surface-to-Ship Missile (SSM) launcher mounted on a heavy tactical truck. The setting appears to be an open field or training area, possibly in Hawaii based on the terrain and vegetation.

    PACIFIC MISSILE RANGE FACILITY BARKING SANDS, HAWAII, UNITED STATES

    07.10.2026

    Photo by yusuke tanaka 

    Commander, U.S. 3rd Fleet           

    The Japan Ground Self-Defense Force conducted anti-ship warfare training with the U.S. Army, enhancing its capabilities for anti-ship operations in island defense scenarios during Exercise Rim of the Pacific 2026. Thirty nations, over 30 ships, five submarines, 15 national land forces, more than 190 aircraft and more than 30,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC in and around the Hawaiian Islands, June 24 to July 31. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world's oceans. RIMPAC 2026 is the 30th exercise in the series that began in 1971.

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    Date Taken: 07.10.2026
    Date Posted: 07.23.2026 19:44
    Photo ID: 9807132
    VIRIN: 260711-O-SM381-5707
    Resolution: 6960x4640
    Size: 6.65 MB
    Location: PACIFIC MISSILE RANGE FACILITY BARKING SANDS, HAWAII, US
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    The image shows a large military missile launcher system mounted on a heavy tactical truck, elevated at an angle against a blue sky. Several military personnel in camouflage uniforms are visible nearby, along with a civilian in a white hard hat. The setting appears to be an open field or coastal area, likely during a military exercise or demonstration.
    The image shows a large military mobile missile launcher system mounted on a heavy multi-axle truck, deployed in an open grassy field. The launcher is elevated at an angle, with multiple missile canisters visible in a vertical array. The setting appears to be an outdoor military exercise or static display under clear blue skies.
    A large group of military personnel from what appears to be two different nations pose together in a field for a group photograph. Behind them are two military rocket/missile launcher systems mounted on heavy tactical trucks. The setting appears to be an open training area with trees in the background, likely during a joint military exercise.
    Two military officers, one from the U.S. Army and one from the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF), are shaking hands and smiling in front of a military vehicle. The U.S. soldier is identified by his name tape as 'BROWN' and wears the U.S. Army OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform with a Lieutenant Colonel rank insignia. The JGSDF soldier wears the distinctive Japanese woodland camouflage uniform, suggesting this is a bilateral military exercise or liaison event.
    Two soldiers in Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) camouflage uniforms are directing or guiding a large military truck-mounted missile launcher system. The vehicle appears to be a Type 12 Surface-to-Ship Missile (SSM) launcher mounted on a heavy tactical truck. The setting appears to be an open field or training area, possibly in Hawaii based on the terrain and vegetation.
    Two military personnel in different camouflage uniforms are shaking hands while jointly holding a commemorative plaque or award. The soldier on the left wears U.S. Army OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform with an American flag patch and rank insignia of a Lieutenant Colonel (oak leaf), while the soldier on the right wears what appears to be Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force camouflage. They are posed in front of what appears to be a military vehicle or missile system launcher.
    A missile is being launched from a mobile surface-to-air missile system in an open field during what appears to be a military exercise or live-fire test. Several soldiers in camouflage uniforms are observing from behind a camouflage-netted shelter to the left. Pink marker flags are visible on the ground, suggesting a designated safety or range perimeter.
    Three military personnel — one U.S. Army soldier and two Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) soldiers — are gathered under a military tent, reviewing documents together. The JGSDF soldier on the right is pointing in a direction while holding papers, suggesting a briefing or coordination activity. This appears to be a joint military exercise or operation between U.S. and Japanese forces.

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