Japan Embassy Defense Section DC

Defense Section at the Embassy of Japan in Washington, DC.
Ministry of Defense.

[Japan Ministry of Defense/JGSDF @Japan_GSDF]

🇯🇵🇺🇸🇵🇭#JGSDF participated in Exercise KAMANDAG10 - 26 in the Philippines alongside the US Marine Corps, the Philippine Marine Corps, and other partner forces, from 15 JUN to 1 JUL 2026.
Through this exercise, the JGSDF enhanced its operational capabilities and further strengthened cooperation and mutual trust with the U.S. and Philippine Marine Corps and other partner forces.

[Japan Embassy Defense Section DC @JapanEmbDCDef]

🚨The Ministry of Defense has released the #DefenseOfJapan2026 annual white paper 📄

Discover updates on national security, deterrence, and tech!

📖 Read the full white paper:
https://t.co/NXqJVW8oiO

🎥Watch the highlights video:
https://t.co/jcAJ2FCNhe

[Marine Corps University @MarineCorpsU]

Wargaming Wednesday: This week, Marine Corps War College (MCWAR) kicked off our first wargame of the academic year, bringing together students to tackle complex strategic challenges in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

#WargamingWednesday #USMC #MCU

[Japan Embassy Defense Section DC @JapanEmbDCDef]

Japan Self-Defense Forces are currently conducting disaster relief operations in response to the earthquake that struck Kumamoto Prefecture in western Japan on July 28. Check out the video below to see footage of loading & delivering relief supplies via the #JMSDF vessel!

[防衛省・自衛隊（災害対策） @ModJapan_saigai]

本日、陸上自衛隊の輸送機「オスプレイ」は佐賀駐屯地を離陸し、海上自衛隊の護衛艦「いせ」で支援物資を搭載した後、熊本県の高遊原分屯地へ輸送しました。
到着した物資を直ちに陸上自衛隊のトラックへ積み替え、広域物資集積拠点（グランメッセ熊本）などへ届けています。
陸上・海上自衛隊の力を結集し、被災者の皆様へ一刻も早く支援を届けられるよう、引き続き全力で活動しています。

[U.S. Pacific Command @USPACOM]

🇵🇭🇯🇵🇺🇸 @TeamAFP , @jmsdf_pao_eng & @USNavy conducted a Multilateral Maritime Cooperative Activity in the Philippine Exclusive Economic Zone, July 21-25 — featuring training, replenishment-at-sea, and maritime domain awareness ops.

🔗https://t.co/oFu0Mt7j6v

[Japan Ministry of Defense/JGSDF @Japan_GSDF]

🇯🇵🇺🇸#JGSDF conducted a field training exercise with the US Marine Corps in Japan, “Resolute Dragon 26,” from 20 to 30 JUN 2026.
Through this exercise, the JGSDF and the USMC further enhanced bilateral interoperability, as well as deterrence and response capabilities for island defense.
We sincerely express our gratitude to the local communities for their understanding and support in conducting this exercise.

[III MEF Marines @IIIMEF]

U.S. Marines from across the III Marine Expeditionary Force trained alongside Japan Self-Defense Force personnel during exercise Resolute Dragon 26.

[Japan Ministry of Defense/JGSDF @Japan_GSDF]

🇯🇵🇲🇳#JGSDF participated in Khaan Quest 2026, a multinational exercise held in Mongolia from 20 JUN to 3 JUL 2026. The exercise provided an opportunity for the JGSDF to maintain and improve its peacekeeping operation (PKO) capabilities, while further promoting mutual understanding and strengthening trust and cooperation with the Mongolian Armed Forces and other participating countries.

[Japan Embassy DC🌸 @JapanEmbDC]

Thank you to all of our American friends for standing with Japan during this difficult time. We truly appreciate the incredible outpouring of support following the earthquake centered in the Kumamoto region.

[U.S. Forces Japan @USForcesJapan]

We are aware of the 7.1 magnitude earthquake in Kumamoto, and USFJ leaders have been in touch with our partners in the Japan Self-Defense Forces. Initial reports indicate no damage to any U.S. facilities in the region. Our thoughts and prayers are with our Japanese hosts.

[Japan Embassy Defense Section DC @JapanEmbDCDef]

At 3:27 a.m. U.S. Eastern Time on July 28th, a 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture in western Japan. The Japan Self-Defense Forces is conducting operations with the highest priority on saving lives. #熊本地震 #KumamotoEarthquake

[防衛省あぐいん報道官 @PressSec_JMOD]

【7月29日　小泉防衛大臣臨時会見②】
令和8年熊本地震に伴い、臨時会見を行いました。

「熱中症対策として、経済産業省をはじめとする関係省庁と連携し、クーラー約300台を航空自衛隊Cｰ2輸送機で輸送し、午後3時過ぎに熊本空港に到着しました。」

↓動画はこちら
https://t.co/lOCgrhitol

[Japan Embassy DC🌸 @JapanEmbDC]

Congratulations, Gen. David Berger, on receiving the Grand Cordon of the Order of the Rising Sun! Beyond your distinguished career, your humility, willingness to listen, and commitment to building personal relationships have strengthened the Japan-US alliance! -Ambassador Yamada

[Japan Embassy Defense Section DC @JapanEmbDCDef]

The Japan Air Self-Defense Force #JASDF will conduct the Japan-Australia joint exercise "Southern Cross" in Australia from July 6 to 16. F-35A, E-2D, and KC-46A aircraft will participate, which will include air defense combat and air-to-ground bombing drills. ✈️💥🤝🇯🇵 🇺🇸🇦🇺

[防衛省 航空自衛隊 @JASDF_PAO]

日米豪３か国訓練「サザン・クロス２６」🇯🇵🇺🇸🇦🇺に参加する空自機は日本を出発し、オーストラリアに向かいました。相互運用性の向上を焦点とした３か国のＦ－３５Ａ訓練は第３回目となり、オーストラリアでの実施は今回が初めてです。#SC26

[Japan Embassy Defense Section DC @JapanEmbDCDef]

The Japan Self-Defense forces held a multinational live fire bombing exercise targeting decommissioned ships with fighter jets and other aircraft. Japan Self-Defense Forces #JSDF will strengthen cooperation, deterrence, and stability in the Indo-Pacific. #VS26

[防衛省統合幕僚監部 @jointstaffpa]

６月２７日、戦闘機等による多国間での対除籍船実射爆撃訓練を実施しました。
自衛隊は引き続き同盟国・同志国との連携を強化し、インド太平洋地域における抑止力及び対処力の強化を図り、地域の平和と安定に寄与してまいります。
＃ヴァリアントシールド　＃VS26

[Japan Embassy Defense Section DC @JapanEmbDCDef]

Chief of Staff of Joint Staff Office, GEN Uchikura, and Commander of United States Forces Japan Lt. Gen. Jost visited Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Kanoya Base for Operation Valiant Shield, observing the Typhoon missile system and HIMARS 🚀🤝🇯🇵🇺🇸 #JMSDF

[防衛省統合幕僚監部 @jointstaffpa]

６月２９日、内倉統幕長はジョスト在日米軍司令官とともに、現在実施中の米国主催多国間共同訓練ヴァリアントシールド２０２６を視察しました。両者は海上自衛隊鹿屋航空基地において、米陸軍ミサイルシステム タイフォン及びハイマースの展開状況を確認し、これらのアセットを運用する第３マルチドメインタスクフォースより説明を受けました。タイフォンの自衛隊施設への展開は今回が初めてです。高い機動性を有する米軍のアセットを自衛隊施設に一時展開させ日米間で共同訓練を積み重ねることは、米軍の機動展開能力及び日米の即応性や相互運用性を向上させ、日米同盟の抑止力・対処力を一層強化させることに繋がります。統合幕僚監部は引き続き、こうした日米間の共同訓練等を通じて、自由で開かれたインド太平洋の実現に向けた取組を推進し、同盟の能力を向上させていきます。#ヴァリアント・シールド26 #VS26 #JSDF #MDTF #TYPHON #HIMARS

[Japan Embassy Defense Section DC @JapanEmbDCDef]

The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force #JMSDF conducted live mine disposal and special mine-sweeping exercises with the United States near Iwo Jima in year Reiwa 8 (2026). These drills improved mine warfare capabilities and interoperability, supporting maritime stability.🌏

[防衛省 海上自衛隊 @JMSDF_PAO]

海上自衛隊は硫黄島周辺において、令和８年度実機雷処分訓練及び掃海特別訓練（日米共同訓練）を実施しました。💪
本訓練を通じて、機雷戦能力を向上させるとともに、米海軍との相互運用性を向上させました。🇯🇵🤝🇺🇸
#海上自衛隊 は、引き続き海洋秩序の維持・強化に貢献していきます。🌏

[Japan Embassy Defense Section DC @JapanEmbDCDef]

As part of the joint exercise “Variant Shield,” the Japan Self-Defense Forces #JSDF and the U.S. Air Force are conducting joint tactical training in the Sea of Japan and the Pacific Ocean to enhance interoperability between Japan and the United States. 🇯🇵🤝🇺🇸

[防衛省統合幕僚監部 @jointstaffpa]

自衛隊は、太平洋及び日本海上において日米共同での対航空戦闘訓練を実施しました。
日米の相互運用性をはじめとする共同対処能力を向上し、インド太平洋地域における抑止力及び対処力の強化を図り、我が国の防衛及び地域の平和と安定に寄与してまいります。
＃ヴァリアントシールド　＃VS26

[Japan Embassy Defense Section DC @JapanEmbDCDef]

The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force is currently conducting Indo-Pacific Deployment 2026, participating in joint exercises with the United States and Pacific island nations to contribute to regional peace and stability.

[防衛省 海上自衛隊 @JMSDF_PAO]

🔸🟠#IPD26🟠🔸
令和8年度インド太平洋方面派遣（IPD26）第2水上部隊の護衛艦 #かが #ふゆづき、補給艦 #ましゅう が日本を出国🇯🇵
海上自衛隊は、IPDでの諸活動を通じ各国海軍との連携を深め、地域の平和と安定、海洋秩序の維持・強化に積極的に貢献していきます🌎⚓
#自由で開かれたインド太平洋

[Pacific Marines @PacificMarines]

Combat Evolved 🛰🎯

#PacificMarines with @3d_Marine_Div use a Neros Archer #attackdrone to impact targets on a live-fire range on Camp Schwab, Okinawa, Japan, May 28, 2026.

📸: Cpl. Joaquin Dela Torre | @USMC

#3rdmardiv #combatpower #IIIMEF #MarinesInAction

[U.S. Forces Japan @USForcesJapan]

U.S. Space Forces–Japan held its first change of command on June 3. Col. John Patrick assumed command from Col. Ryan Laughton, marking a historic milestone for the newly established component and underscoring deepening 🇺🇸🇯🇵 cooperation in space operations across the Indo‑Pacific.