U.S. 7th Fleet's Orient Express Protocol Combo provide music for the Shinnenkai Reception

Photo By Seaman Andrew DelNagro | 260123-N-NA545-1004 7th Fleet Band's OEPC entertain the audience of the Shinnenkai Reception at the New Sanno Hotel in Tokyo. Events like this recognize and strengthen the strong alliance between Japan and the U.S. The CNFJ/RJ’s primary responsibility is to provide shore readiness to the fleet; to liaise with the Japanese government, and to strengthen ties with the JMSDF.  

TOKYO, JAPAN

01.22.2026

Story by Seaman Andrew DelNagro 

U.S. 7th Fleet Band

7th Fleet Band's OEPC entertain the audience of the Shinnenkai Reception at the New Sanno Hotel in Tokyo. Events like this recognize and strengthen the strong alliance between Japan and the U.S. The CNFJ/RJ’s primary responsibility is to provide shore readiness to the fleet; to liaise with the Japanese government, and to strengthen ties with the JMSDF.

• Date Taken: 01.22.2026
• Date Posted: 02.25.2026 01:50
• Story ID: 558811
• Location: TOKYO, JP