171121-N-IO414-039 SASEBO, Japan (Nov. 21, 2017) The Avenger-class mine countermeasures ship USS Chief (MCM 14) departs Sasebo, Japan, to begin the annual bilateral mine countermeasures exercise 3JA. Chief will participate with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force to increase proficiency and interoperability in MCM operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jordan Crouch/Released)