Misawa AB 2025 Tree Lighting Ceremony

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  • By Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench
  • 35th Fighter Wing

A Christmas tree glows in the night after a tree lighting ceremony.

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A Christmas tree glows in the night after a tree lighting ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 1, 2025. Families and mission partners joined in a night of holiday festivities, including a scavenger hunt, giveaways and a shared meal, building the sense of community that strengthens the 35th Fighter Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench)
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A Christmas tree glows in the night after a tree lighting ceremony.

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A Christmas tree glows in the night after a tree lighting ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 1, 2025. Families and mission partners joined in a night of holiday festivities, including a scavenger hunt, giveaways and a shared meal, building the sense of community that strengthens the 35th Fighter Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench)

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Children pose with Santa Claus for a photo during a tree lighting ceremony.

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Children pose with Santa Claus for a photo during a tree lighting ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 1, 2025. The event included Santa photos, free hot cocoa and a community tree lighting, strengthening connections across the base and reinforcing the unity that supports the 35th Fighter Wing’s people and community mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench)

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A Christmas ornament hangs on a branch during a tree lighting ceremony.

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A Christmas ornament hangs on a branch during a tree lighting ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 1, 2025. The event included shared moments like Santa photos, hot cocoa and the tree lighting, strengthening relationships across Misawa AB and reinforcing the shared spirit that shapes the 35th Fighter Wing’s community foundation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench)

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The 35th Fighter Wing (FW) U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon tail static display is illuminated during a tree lighting ceremony.

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The 35th Fighter Wing (FW) U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon tail static display is illuminated during a tree lighting ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 1, 2025. The event’s blend of family activities and partner engagement nurtured community strength, amplifying the unity and support that carry the 35th FW forward across the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench)

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A participant dressed as Santa Claus poses for a photo during a tree lighting ceremony.

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A participant dressed as Santa Claus poses for a photo during a tree lighting ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 1, 2025. Santa visits, hot cocoa and a joint tree lighting with Japan Air Self-Defense Force partners brought the Misawa community together, celebrating the friendships and shared traditions that make Misawa AB stronger. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench)

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A Christmas tree shines over a crowd after a tree lighting ceremony.

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A Christmas tree shines over a crowd after a tree lighting ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 1, 2025. By uniting Airmen, families and partners, the celebration reinforced the 35th Fighter Wing’s sense of community, highlighting the support network that keeps Misawa connected. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench)

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A family laughs while posing for a photo during a tree lighting ceremony.

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A family laughs while posing for a photo during a tree lighting ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 1, 2025. By uniting families, Japan Air Self-Defense Force partners and local residents, the holiday celebration reinforced the friendships and traditions that shape Misawa AB’s vibrant community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench)

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The event included Santa photos, free hot cocoa and a community tree lighting, strengthening connections across the base and reinforcing the unity that supports the 35th Fighter Wing’s people and community mission.