Japan Self Defense Forces Collection

A fleet of U. S. Navy and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force ships transit the Pacific
Pacific Ocean, November 4, 2011 - U.S. Navy and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force ships are underway in formation during Annual Exercise (ANNUALEX ) 2011

The George Washington Strike Group and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force ships
Philippine Sea, November, 28, 2013 - The aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), left, the George Washington Strike Group

F4-E Phantom of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force taxiing on the runway at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada

Formation of warships from the U. S. Navy, ROK Navy and Japan Maritime Self Defense Force
Pacific Ocean, June 25, 2016 - USS John Paul Jones (DDG 53), USS Shoup (DDG 86), JS Chokai (DDG 176), ROKS Sejung The Great (DDG 991) and ROKS Gang Gam Chan (DDH 979)

JDS Atago sails in formation with U. S. Navy and Japan Maritime Self Defense Force ships
Pacific Ocean, November 4, 2011 - JDS Atago (DDG 177) sails in formation with U.S. Navy and Japan Maritime Self Defense Force ships during Annual Exercise 2011

Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force destroyer JS Murasame
Pacific Ocean, June 20, 2013 - The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force destroyer JS Murasame (DD-101)

F-15J Eagle of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force

Ships of the George Washington Carrier Strike Group transit the Pacific Ocean
December 5, 2010 - The Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Tippecanoe (T-AO 199), center, refuels the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force destroyers JDS Kongo (DDG-173), left

Aircraft from the Tora, Tora, Tora demonstration team
October 8, 2010 - Two aircraft from the Tora, Tora, Tora demonstration team fly over Little Rock, Arkansas during an incentive flight

Fireworks light up the sky behind the guided missile destroyer JS Kirishima
July 4, 2014 - Fireworks light up the sky behind the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force guided missile destroyer JS Kirishima (DDG 174)

A Japan Self-Defense Force landing craft air cushion
San Clemente Island, California, June 17, 2013 - A Japan Self-Defense Force landing craft air cushion approaches San Clemente Island during exercise Dawn Blitz

Japan Maritime Self Defense Force destroyer JDS Chokai launches a Standard Missile 3
Pacific Ocean, November 19, 2008 - The Japan Maritime Self Defense Force destroyer JDS Chokai (DDG-176) launches a Standard Missile 3 during a Missile Defense Agency joint missile defense intercept

F4-E Phantom of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force on the flight line at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada

A Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force SH-60J Sea Hawk helicopter
Philippine Sea, November 13, 2012 - A Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force SH-60J Sea Hawk helicopter lands aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell

Silhouette of soldiers operating a BGM-71 TOW guided missile system
December 8, 2010 - U.S. Marine instructor and Japanese Ground Self Defense Force members work during Forest Light, an exercise with a a tube-launched, optically-tracked, wire-guided

JDS Shimakaze sails in formation with U. S
Pacific Ocean, November 4, 2011 - JDS Shimakaze (DDG 172) sails in formation with U.S. Navy and Japan Maritime Self Defense Force ships during Annual Exercise 2011

A U. S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress aircraft leads a formation of aircraft
February 15, 2010 - A U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress aircraft leads a formation of two F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft, two Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) F-2 fighter aircraft, two U.S

A B-52 Stratofortress leads a formation of aircraft over Guam
February 10, 2009 - A B-52 Stratofortress leads a formation of Japanese Air Self Defense Force F-2s, United States Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons

The Japanese Self Defense Force ship JS Shirane transits Pearl Harbor
Pearl Harbor, June 27, 2012 - The Japanese Self Defense Force ship JS Shirane (DDH 143), transits the waters of Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam during the biennial Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise

Two P-3 Orion maritime surveillance aircraft fly over attack submarine USS Houston
December 10, 2010 - Two P-3 Orion anti-submarine and maritime surveillance aircraft from the Japan Maritime Defense Force, left, and the U.S

F-15J Eagle of the Japan Air Self Defense Forces Hiko Kyodatai aggressor squadron flying over Japan

The Japanese guided missile destroyer JDS Kirishima
July 7, 2014 - The Japanese guided missile destroyer JDS Kirishima (DDG 174) departs Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii

F-15DJ Eagle of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force flying over Riverside, California

F-15DJ Eagle of the Japan Air Self Defense Forces Hiko Kyodatai aggressor squadron flying over Japan

JDS Hyuga sails in formation with U. S. Navy and Japan Maritime Self Defense Force ships
Pacific Ocean, November 4, 2011 - JDS Hyuga (DDH 181) prepares to turn from a formation with U.S. Navy and Japan Maritime Self Defense Force ships during Annual Exercise 2011

Formation of ships from the U. S. Navy, Indian Navy, and the Japan Self Defense Force
Waters East of Okinawa, July 30, 2014 - The aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) and ships from the U.S. Navy, the Indian Navy

USS Essex transits off the coast of northeastern Japan
Pacific Ocean, April 6, 2011 - The forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD-2) transits off the coast of northeastern Japan with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force ship JS Hyuga

Personnel transport a simulated victim to a helicopter during a casualty drill
Yokosuka, Japan (November 7, 2012 - U.S. Navy, Japanese Maritime Self Defense Force (JMSDF) and civilian medical personnel transport a simulated victim to a JMSDF helicopter during a bilateral mass

A Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force MH-53 Sea Stallion lands on the flight deck
East China Sea, December 5, 2010 - A Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) MH-53 Sea Stallion helicopter touches down on the flight deck of the amphibious transport dock USS Denver

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"Japan Self Defense Forces: Strengthening Partnerships and Disaster Relief Efforts" The Japan Self Defense Forces (JSDF) have consistently demonstrated their commitment to international cooperation and disaster relief efforts. In Sendai, Japan, U. S. Ambassador John Roos received a comprehensive briefing from Japanese officials on the JSDF's remarkable disaster response capabilities. Transiting the vast Pacific Ocean, a powerful fleet of U. S. Navy and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force ships symbolizes the strong alliance between these two nations in ensuring regional security and stability. With an unwavering dedication to training, the Japan Air Self Defense Forces' Hiko Kyodatai aggressor squadron showcases their exceptional skills through their F-15DJ Eagle aircraft. Alongside them, the formidable F4-E Phantom jets of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force exemplify their readiness to protect Japanese airspace. Collaboration between nations is evident as both the George Washington Strike Group and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force ships sail together in unison towards shared goals of peacekeeping and safeguarding maritime interests. On home soil, a striking image captures an F4-E Phantom taxiing along the runway - a testament to JSDF's operational preparedness within its own borders. During critical moments of crisis management, it is crucial for efficient coordination among military personnel. A dedicated Japanese soldier skillfully marshals vehicles from a C-17 Globemaster III transport aircraft with precision and expertise. In joint exercises involving warships from not only the U. S. Navy but also South Korea's ROK Navy alongside JSDF vessels, unity prevails as they work hand-in-hand to enhance regional security against common threats. Once again highlighting their prowess in aerial combat training, an F-15DJ Eagle belonging to Hiko Kyodatai aggressor squadron soars through skies above with unmatched agility and strength. Sailing side by side with U. S.