Player Embed Code: Download Embed Share Commander Naval Forces Japan Change of Command - 2021 AFN Yokosuka July 14, 2021 | 1:00 210714-N-KP021-0001 YOKOSUKA, Japan (July 14, 2021) Rear Adm. Brian P. Fort, Arkansas native, was relieved by Rear Adm. Carl Lahti, New York native, who became the 36th commander of Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Japan (CNFJ) and Commander, Navy Region Japan (CNFJ). Commander, Naval Forces Japan's primary responsibility is to provide shore readiness to the Fleet, to liaison with the Japanese government, and strengthen ties with the Japan Self Defense Forces. (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Codie L. Soule)