ISE BAY, Japan (Feb. 8, 2021) Explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) technicians deployed with Mine Countermeasures Squadron 7 hold exchange mine warfare knowledge with members of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) aboard the minesweeper tender JS Uraga (MST 463) during Mine Warfare Exercise (MINEX) 1JA 2021. MINEX 1JA is part of an annual series of exercises between the U.S. Navy and JMFDF designed to increase combined proficiency in mine countermeasure operations and ensure the freedom of maritime navigation. 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)