SHIMODA, Japan (May 19, 2017) – Command Master Chief Joseph Fahrney, Naval Forces Japan, Navy Region Japan signs autographs for some Japanese students during the first day of the 78th Shimoda Black Ship Festival. The Navy’s participation in the festival celebrates the heritage of naval partnership first established by Commodore Matthew Perry’s 1853 port visit.

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