News

Dec. 17, 2018
Inspiring performance: PACAF F-16 Demo Team wows crowds in Tsuiki, Nyutabaru

The Pacific Air Forces' F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team from Misawa Air Base, Japan, performed at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 24 and 25 and Nyutabaru Air Base, Japan, Dec. 1 and 2, showcasing the power and maneuverability of the F-16 while promoting positive relations between the United
Dec. 17, 2018
Misawa maintainer withstands winter weather

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Avery Fortenberry conducts post-flight aircraft-safe maintenance procedures during a dark and snowy Misawa afternoon, Dec. 12.
Dec. 11, 2018
Misawa Christmas tree lighting sparks holiday spirit

Team Misawa members came together for the annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 28.
Dec. 11, 2018
U.S. Airmen share holiday spirit with Hirosaki orphans

With children and adults alike counting down the days to Christmas, Team Misawa service members and families visited with orphans living in Hirosaki, Japan, bringing community and holiday cheer, Dec. 8.
Dec. 6, 2018
Team Misawa forges friendships during Paralympics sporting event

Misawa Air Base partnered with local Japanese community members during a Paralympics sporting event at the Misawa International Sports Center in Misawa City, Japan, Dec. 1.
Nov. 29, 2018
Sincerely, Japan

Since my early teens, the word, “Japan,” escaped my mouth hundreds of times. TI was infatuated with the country's unapologetic uniqueness.When I was 15, I owned my first Japanese car…a short-lived Honda Prelude, replaced by a Nissan 240SX, and declared to my parents I would someday live in Japan and
Nov. 28, 2018
Community Events - December 2018

The month of December includes seven local and regional events offering attendees opportunities to continue building partnerships among their Japanese neighbors.Christmas FestaDate: Nov. 25 – Dec. 25Location: Central shopping district (alongside the White Pole Road)Misawa PhantasiaDate: Nov. 22,