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the F-2 that flew

Two Japan Air Self-Defense Force 3rd Tactical Fighter Squadron Mitsubishi F-2s taxi down the flightline during Misawa Friendship Festival 2018 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 9, 2018. Out of respect for the victims of the Hokkaido earthquakes, the 35th Fighter Wing, together with the JASDF’s 3rd Air Wing, canceled all aerial demonstrations during the festival. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Stephany Johnson)
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Walk across

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force member and a child walk across the top of a JASDF Mitsubishi F-2 during Misawa Friendship Festival 2018 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 9, 2018. Introducing Japanese youth to JASDF airframes increases public support of the 3rd Air Wing and flying operations at Misawa AB. Events like the Friendship Festival afford U.S. and Japan units alike an opportunity to showcase their airframes to the general public. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Stephany Johnson)
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In synchronization with drill

The Japan Air Self-Defense Force National Defense Academy Honor Guard drill team performs during the Misawa Friendship Festival 2018 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 8, 2018. The drill team performed alongside the stationary displays. The statics included a JASDF F-35A, Mitsubishi F-2, Kawasaki T-4 and a MH-53 helicopter statics alongside U.S. Air Force RQ-4 Global Hawks, C-130 Hercules, KC-135 Stratotanker and F-16 Fighting Falcons plus U.S. Navy P-8 Poseidon. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Round of applause

An attendee claps after watching the Japan Air Self-Defense Force National Defense Academy Honor Guard drill team performance during the Misawa Friendship Festival 2018 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 8, 2018. The drill team performed alongside the stationary displays. The statics included the JASDF F-35A, Mitsubishi F-2, Kawasaki T-4 and a MH-53 helicopter alongside a U.S. Air Force RQ-4 Global Hawk, C-130, KC-135 and F-16 Fighting Falcon plus U.S. Navy P-8 statics. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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What is in there?

Eiji Amano, an attendee, looks inside of a Japan Air Self-Defense Force MH-53 helicopter during Misawa Friendship Festival 2018 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 8, 2018. Stationary displays included a JASDF F-35A, Mitsubishi F-2, Kawasaki T-4 and a MH-53 helicopter alongside U.S. Air Force RQ-4 Global Hawks, C-130 Hercules, KC-135 Stratotanker and F-16 Fighting Falcons plus a U.S. Navy P-8 Poseidon. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Displays for days

Families view static displays of a U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon, left, Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-35A, center, and a JASDF Mitsubishi F-2, during Misawa Air Festival 2018 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 8, 2018. Attendees had an opportunity to view various aircraft and learn about the equipment keeping the U.S. armed forces and JASDF mission ready. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Smile for me

A spectator takes a photo of his two children in front of a Japan Air Self-Defense Force Mitsubishi F-2 static display, during the Misawa Friendship Festival 2018 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 8, 2018. Stationary displays included the JASDF F-35A, Mitsubishi F-2, Kawasaki T-4 and a MH-53 helicopter statics alongside U.S. Air Force RQ-4 Global Hawks, C-130 Hercules, KC-135 Stratotanker and F-16 Fighting Falcons plus U.S. Navy P-8 Poseidon. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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You be the judge

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kathryn Ferrell, left, a 35th Operations Support Squadron intel craftsman, and Senior Airman Grissel Cid, right, a 610th Air Control Flight weapons director technician, pause for a photo during the Japan Air Self-Defense Force English Competition at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 29, 2018. Approximately 35 members participated and each group prepared a whole performance in English for the judges. The enlisted personnel’s piece involved the rank structure and JASDF heritage. After each slideshow, the judges asked a question they developed from a certain slide. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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We’re ready

Japan Air Self-Defense Force contestants strike a pose before going on stage during the JASDF English Competition at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 30, 2018. Approximately 35 members participated and each group prepared a slideshow presentation in English for the judges. The enlisted personnel’s piece involved the rank structure and JASDF heritage. The officers talked about threats Japan faces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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What’s your question?

Japan Air Self-Defense Force contestants answer questions posed by the judges during the JASDF English Competition at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 30, 2018. Approximately 35 members participated and each group prepared a slideshow presentation in English for the judges. The enlisted personnel’s piece involved the rank structure and JASDF heritage. After each slideshow, the judges would ask a question about their presentation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Time to score

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Grissel Cid, a 610th Air Control Flight weapons director technician, writes on a scorecard during the Japan Air Self-Defense Force English Competition at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 29, 2018. Approximately 35 members participated and each group prepared a whole performance in English for the judges. The contestants received a score on grammar, tone of voice, pronunciation and other criterion. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Well done

Japan Air Self-Defense Force 2nd Lt. Shingo Kawaguchi, a Northern Air Defense Force aircraft-warning specialist, claps after a presentation during the JASDF English Competition at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 29, 2018. Approximately 35 members participated and each group prepared a slideshow presentation in English for the judges. The enlisted personnel’s piece involved the rank structure and JASDF heritage. The officers spoke about threats Japan faces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Celebrating with a smile

A Misawa City resident poses for a photo at the Misawa City 60th anniversary celebration ceremony held at the Misawa International Center in Misawa City, Japan, Sept. 1, 2018. Kazumasa Taneichi, the Misawa City mayor, noted he is impressed with Misawa City residents’ resiliency when faced with challenges such as natural disasters. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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Group photo

A group of Misawa city residents pose for a photo at the Misawa City 60th anniversary celebration ceremony held at the Misawa International Center in Misawa City, Japan, Sept. 1, 2018. Kazumasa Taneichi, the Misawa City mayor, noted he is impressed with Misawa City residents’ resiliency when faced with challenges such as natural disasters. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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Distinguished visitors honored

Misawa Air Base attendees receive recognition for supporting Misawa City growth stand during the Misawa City 60th anniversary celebration ceremony held at the Misawa International Center in Misawa City, Japan, Sept. 1, 2018. The ceremony highlighted Misawa Air Base commanders from the 35th Fighter Wing, 3rd Air Wing, Northern Air Defense Force and Naval Air Force- Misawa for their contributions to Misawa City’s growth and development. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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Bilateral relationship building

U.S. Air Force Col. Kristopher W. Struve, left, the 35th Fighter Wing commander, speaks with Tetsuro Asano, right, a Misawa City resident, after the Misawa City 60th anniversary celebration ceremony held at the Misawa International Center in Misawa City, Japan, Sept. 1, 2018. Misawa Air Base commanders received recognition during the ceremony for representing a vital part of the region’s ongoing progress. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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Reading about Misawa

A Misawa City resident reads a brochure during a meeting at the Misawa City 60th anniversary celebration ceremony held at the Misawa International Center in Misawa City, Japan, Sept. 1, 2018. Misawa evolved from a village to a town throughout the years and is now recognized as a city. The city is home to an array of U.S. service members, Japan Air Self-Defense Force members and Japanese citizens. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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Give me a beat!

The Japan Air Self-Defense Force's Northern Air Band performs during the Misawa City 60th anniversary celebration ceremony held at the Misawa International Center in Misawa City, Japan, Sept. 1, 2018. The band performs at community engagements including Japan Day, American Day and Misawa Air Base changes of command which forges friendships and promotes unity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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Meeting of the minds

U.S. Air Force Col. Kristopher W. Struve, left, the 35th Fighter Wing commander, speaks with Kazumasa Taneichi, right, the Misawa City Mayor, during a meeting at the Misawa City 60th anniversary celebration ceremony held at the Misawa International Center in Misawa City, Japan, Sept. 1, 2018. Taneichi expressed gratitude to all parties that support and promote Misawa City’s growth. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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Rescue on the way

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Dorian Parks, center, a 35th Comptroller Squadron budget analyst, simulates an injured leg while 35th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighters carry her to safety after a mock aircraft crash at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 29, 2018. U. S. Air Force, Japan Air Self-Defense Force and Central Aviation Bureau agencies responded to about 35 American and Japanese personnel who simulated various injuries that occurred after a fake explosion. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Stephany D. Johnson)
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