U.S. Navy Cmdr Ryan Appleman, commanding officer of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Chafee (DDG 90), shares refreshments with leadership from the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) Kongō-class guided-missile destroyer JS Chōkai (DDG 176), including Cmdr. Tanaka, Lt. Cmdr. Yabusaki, Chief Petty Officer Hanada, and Lt. Kasahara, during a professional exchange aboard USS Chafee at Naval Base San Diego, June 25, 2026. The engagement, which included a shipboard tour and professional lunch, brought together the leadership of both vessels to discuss bilateral training opportunities and strengthen the enduring maritime partnership between the U.S. Navy and the JMSDF. Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet ensures fleet commanders are equipped with personnel, materiel, and training required to project credible naval power at sea, ashore, at home, and abroad. (U.S. Navy photo by LTJG Connor Feeny)
| Date Taken: | 06.25.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 07.27.2026 20:18 |
| Photo ID: | 9834602 |
| VIRIN: | 260626-N-VD076-3829 |
| Resolution: | 984x739 |
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| Location: | SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, US |
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