 Sailors from the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force and members of the Japan American Navy Friendship Association took a visit to USS Bonhormershard to recognize the crew's work. Our work with the JMSDF is important because it helps the US Navy and the JMSDF when we operate together to understand better how each Navy operates. When the earthquake hit Kumamoto and Hugo's operating Osprey from the 31st Mu and Bonhormershard sent some sailors up to help the crew of Hugo who would not operate with the US Ospreys in the past. This love appreciation signifies a lot of work, a lot of dedicated work by the crew of Bonhormershard. Through the BHR's hard work and dedication in helping Japan during its time of need, they have shown that aiding our allies is still one of the US Navy's top priorities. Petty Officer Christina Coffey, Clean Activities, Sosubo, Japan.