Misawa Exchange keeping the ‘Thanks’ in Thanksgiving Published Nov. 20, 2013 By Army & Air Force Exchange Service Public Affairs MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan -- With a quarter of its work force comprised of military family members, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service is a true example of family serving family. As such, the focus on Thanksgiving Day will be on family and shopping will have to wait until Friday. Customers will not have to wait long to start their holiday shopping as the Misawa AB Exchange doors open at 7 a.m. the day after Thanksgiving. "As a part of the military community, the Exchange understands that time with family, for both customers and associates, is a priority," said the Misawa Exchange's General Manager, Shirley Huth. "An early opening at the Misawa Exchange on 'Black Friday' will allow shoppers to give thanks with loved ones and still partake in the savings." Authorized shoppers can get a head start on special promotions, updated throughout the holiday season, by visiting the Exchange's "Sale Flyers" page.