SASEBO, Japan (Dec. 16, 2021) Commander, Fleet Activities Sasebo and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Chief Petty Officer Messes conduct an annual holiday wreath and kadomatsu exchange at CFAS, Dec. 16, 2021. A kadomatsu is a traditional Japanese New Year decoration placed at the entrance of homes and is believed to welcome the Shinto deity who brings happiness and good fortune on New Year's Day. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jasmine Ikusebiala)