190518-N-HI376-1041 SHIMODA, Japan (May 17, 2019) Logistics Specialist 3rd Class Daniel Nyers and Fire Controlman (Aegis) 3rd Class Dylan Munn, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stethem (DDG 63), salute the American flag as it is raised by Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force sailors during the 80th annual Shimoda Black Ship Festival Official Ceremony. The Navy’s participation in the festival celebrates the heritage of U.S.-Japanese naval partnership first established by Commodore Matthew Perry’s 1853 port visit. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jeremy Graham/Released)