對馬海峽
"Jeffers" steamed into Tokyo Bay on 29 August with occupation forces, and was present for the surrender ceremonies on 2 September. She then joined a minesweeping group for vital sweeping operations around Japan, including hazardous operations in Tsushima Strait. Operating out of Sasebo, she continued to sweep in the Yellow Sea during November, getting underway on 5 December for the United States.