Japanese Maj. Kentaro Sato, an officer with the Japan

Japanese Maj. Kentaro Sato, an officer with the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, observes displays in the pilot house aboard the USS Essex (LHD 2), during Exercise Dawn Blitz, Oct. 24, 2017. Dawn Blitz participants and observers have an opportunity to further enhance their capabilities and proficiencies to respond to crises as part of a joint or combined effort. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. April L. Price)