U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander visits Misawa

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  • By Staff Sgt. Kelsea Caballero
  • 35th Fighter Wing

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Stephen Jost, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, toured the installation to engage with leaders and community members and discuss mission alignment, address challenges, and identify opportunities for improvement in quality of life and overall base operations.

A welcome party awaits on a snowy runway for the arrival of U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Stephen Jost, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 16, 2024. Jost visited the installation to engage with leaders and members of the community to assess operational capabilities and infrastructure, ensuring informed decision-making on projects pertaining to mission readiness, quality of life and bilateral alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea Caballero)

U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander visits Misawa

A welcome party awaits on a snowy runway for the arrival of U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Stephen Jost, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 16, 2024. Jost visited the installation to engage with leaders and members of the community to assess operational capabilities and infrastructure, ensuring informed decision-making on projects pertaining to mission readiness, quality of life and bilateral alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea Caballero)

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U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Stephen Jost, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, is greeted by Col. Paul Davidson, 35th Fighter Wing commander, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 16, 2024. Jost toured the installation to engage with leaders and community members and discuss mission alignment, address challenges, and identify opportunities for improvement in quality of life and overall base operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea Caballero)

U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander visits Misawa

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Stephen Jost, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, is greeted by Col. Paul Davidson, 35th Fighter Wing commander, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 16, 2024. Jost toured the installation to engage with leaders and community members and discuss mission alignment, address challenges, and identify opportunities for improvement in quality of life and overall base operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea Caballero)

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U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Stephen Jost, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, receives a welcoming applause at Misawa City Hall in Misawa City, Japan, Dec. 16, 2024. The presence of the installation directly affects the local economy, culture, and daily life of community members. Regular engagement between the U.S. military and the local Japanese community fosters strong and positive relations by building mutual understanding, trust, and cooperation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea Caballero)

U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander visits Misawa

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Stephen Jost, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, receives a welcoming applause at Misawa City Hall in Misawa City, Japan, Dec. 16, 2024. The presence of the installation directly affects the local economy, culture, and daily life of community members. Regular engagement between the U.S. military and the local Japanese community fosters strong and positive relations by building mutual understanding, trust, and cooperation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea Caballero)

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U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Stephen Jost, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, center, attends a meeting hosted by Yoshinori Kohiyama, Misawa City Mayor, at Misawa City Hall in Misawa City, Japan, Dec. 16, 2024. Jost’s visit highlights the U.S. military's commitment to its host communities as a vital partner in accomplishing its mission and ensuring regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea Caballero)

U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander visits Misawa

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Stephen Jost, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, center, attends a meeting hosted by Yoshinori Kohiyama, Misawa City Mayor, at Misawa City Hall in Misawa City, Japan, Dec. 16, 2024. Jost’s visit highlights the U.S. military's commitment to its host communities as a vital partner in accomplishing its mission and ensuring regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea Caballero)

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U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Stephen Jost, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, is greeted by U.S. Air Force Col. Johnathan Bell, Mission Support Group commander, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 17, 2024. The North Base tour highlighted ongoing construction projects aimed at enhancing facilities and infrastructure, directly contributing to an improved quality of life for service members and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea Caballero)

U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander visits Misawa

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Stephen Jost, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, is greeted by U.S. Air Force Col. Johnathan Bell, Mission Support Group commander, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 17, 2024. The North Base tour highlighted ongoing construction projects aimed at enhancing facilities and infrastructure, directly contributing to an improved quality of life for service members and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea Caballero)

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U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Stephen Jost, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, receives a tour of Sollars Elementary School at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 17, 2024. Jost discussed the importance of affordable and nutritious meals for school age students, supporting both the well-being of children and the overall quality of life for service members and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea Caballero)

U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander visits Misawa

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Stephen Jost, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, receives a tour of Sollars Elementary School at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 17, 2024. Jost discussed the importance of affordable and nutritious meals for school age students, supporting both the well-being of children and the overall quality of life for service members and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea Caballero)

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U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Stephen Jost, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, discusses education curriculum during a tour of Edgren Middle High School at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 17, 2024. The tour allowed Jost to better understand the challenges and opportunities in supporting the educational needs of military children, ensuring they receive a stable and high-quality education despite frequent relocations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea Caballero)

U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander visits Misawa

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Stephen Jost, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, discusses education curriculum during a tour of Edgren Middle High School at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 17, 2024. The tour allowed Jost to better understand the challenges and opportunities in supporting the educational needs of military children, ensuring they receive a stable and high-quality education despite frequent relocations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea Caballero)

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U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Stephen Jost, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, receives a tour of a Japanese ambulance at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 16, 2024. Jost toured the emergency vehicle as part of a 35th Fighter Wing Medical Group discussion, gaining insight into their operations and proposed enhancements. The exchange underscored the importance of collaboration and shared expertise in improving emergency response capabilities in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea Caballero)

U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander visits Misawa

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Stephen Jost, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, receives a tour of a Japanese ambulance at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 16, 2024. Jost toured the emergency vehicle as part of a 35th Fighter Wing Medical Group discussion, gaining insight into their operations and proposed enhancements. The exchange underscored the importance of collaboration and shared expertise in improving emergency response capabilities in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea Caballero)

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