Capt. Michael Fontaine, Commander, Fleet Activities Sasebo (CFAS) speaks with Chuka Asike, principal officer of U.S. Consulate Fukuoka during lunch at the Shogun Café at CFAS July 24, 2024. CFAS co-hosted the U.S. Consulate Fukuoka’s two-day maritime security alliance conference held in Fukuoka and Sasebo that brought together Japanese government leaders from prefectures and cities throughout Kyushu, corporate representatives, and the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, Japan Coast Guard to learn about the U.S. Navy’s mission and capabilities in Sasebo. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Raquell Williams)