The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) destroyer AKEBONO arrived in Sri Lanka today (28) on an official visit.
The vessel was welcomed at the Colombo Port in accordance with naval traditions by the Sri Lanka Navy.
AKEBONO, a destroyer-class ship measuring 150.5 meters in length and carrying a crew of 158 members, is commanded by Commander ARAI Katsutomo.
During its stay in Sri Lanka, the ship’s crew is expected to tour several important locations in the country and participate in a series of programs organized by the Sri Lanka Navy aimed at strengthening cooperation and goodwill between the two naval forces.
Concluding its official visit, AKEBONO is scheduled to depart the island on October 31, 2025. Before departure, the vessel will engage in a PASSEX (Passing Exercise) with a Sri Lanka Navy ship in waters belonging to the Western Naval Command.
