Commander Naval Forces Japan
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Commander, Naval Forces Japan (CNFJ) is the shore authority of the United States Navy for all U.S. naval facilities in Japan. CNFJ headquarters is in Yokosuka, Japan. It is responsible for shore installation management and liaison with the Japan Maritime Self Defense Force (JMSDF).
[edit] Area of Responsibility
CNFJ's area of responsibility extends from the southern tip of the Kamchatka peninsula to the northern tip of Taiwan, as well as the British Territory of Diego Garcia, but excludes the Korean peninsula.
[edit] Leadership
Commander, Naval Forces Japan is a flag billet, currently held by Rear Admiral James D. Kelly, USN.
