MOCHI POUNDING

You are subscribed to Defense News Lead Photo for U.S. Department of Defense. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. MOCHI POUNDING 12/09/2013 02:43 PM CST U.S. Navy Cmdr. Mark Nieto, left, and Yamauchi Tetsuo participate in a mochi pounding ceremony at the Japan Maritime Self Defense Force gym on Naval Air Facility Atsugi in Japan, Dec. 5, 2013. The ceremony is a Japanese tradition held at the end of each year. The JMSDF and U.S. Navy participate in both training exercises and social events throughout the year in an effort to strengthen ties between the two nations. Nieto,is commanding officer of the Fleet Readiness Center Western Pacific. Update your subscriptions, modify your password or e-mail address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your User Profile Page. You will need to use your email address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please visit subscriberhelp.govdelivery.com. Have another inquiry? Visit the online FAQ for up-to-date information. This service is provided to you at no charge by U.S. Department of Defense. Visit us on the web at http://www.defense.gov/. Updates from the U.S. Department of Defense