ISE BAY, JAPAN (Feb. 1, 2021) Explosive ordnance disposal technicians deployed with Mine Countermeasures Squadron 7 dive during Mine Warfare Exercise (MINEX) 1JA 2021. MINEX 1JA is part of an annual series of exercises between the U.S. Navy and the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force designed to increase proficiency in mine countermeasure operations. During the nine-day exercise, participants conduct unit-level mine warfare tactics to include mine hunting, detection, and prosecution. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Nick Bauer)