Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs FUJII’s Attendance at the 2026 Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Overseas Training Cruise Crew Homecoming Ceremony

(Photo provided by the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force)

(Photo provided by the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force)

On October 24, Mr. FUJII Kazuhiro, Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, attended the “2026 Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Overseas Training Cruise Crew Homecoming Ceremony” at the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Yokosuka Base and delivered a congratulatory address.

1. Parliamentary Vice-Minister FUJII gave words of appreciation to the newly commissioned officers on completing the 161-day voyage, highlighting the significance of visiting partner countries and strengthening Japan’s friendly international relations through various exchange events and goodwill exercises.
2. Many dignitaries attended the Homecoming ceremony, including from the embassies of relevant countries in Tokyo and Members of the Diet.

(Reference) Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Overseas Training Cruise

This program develops seamanship through long-term voyages and training for newly commissioned officers who have graduated from the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Officer Candidate School, providing them with the knowledge and skills necessary for an officer position. It also promotes friendly relations with the visited countries through bilateral exercises and exchange events. The vessels departed from Yokosuka Base on May 16 and visited 11 ports in 5 countries around the world.