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U.S Air Force commander speaks with Japanese leaders during lunch

U.S. Air Force Col. Paul Kirmis, the 35th Fighter Wing vice commander, speaks with Japanese leaders during lunch after the annual Community Relations Advisory Council meeting at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 5, 2019. The meeting discussed programs such as the English Camp and Misawa Kids Center, which improve the community and bilateral relations by bringing Japanese and Americans together. (U.S. Air Force photo by Branden Yamada)
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Banner for the Community Relations Advisory Council meeting

An official banner lines the back wall of the Community Relations Advisory Council meeting at the Misawa International Center, Japan, Feb. 5, 2019. The banner bears the flags of both the U.S. and Japan, indicating the strong unity of purpose among the two nations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Branden Yamada)
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3rd Air Wing commander addresses upcoming programs

Japan Air Self-Defense Force Maj. Gen. Kenichi Samejima, the 3rd Air Wing commander, speaks on upcoming projects during the Community Relations Advisory Council meeting at the Misawa International Center, Japan, Feb. 5, 2019. The 3rd Air Wing works on various bilateral programs together with U.S forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Branden Yamada)
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Misawa leadership listens to Misawa Major Taneichi

Misawa council members and 35th Fighter Wing leadership listen during the annual Misawa Community Relations Advisory Council meeting at the Misawa International Center, Japan, Feb. 5, 2019. The meeting members discussed programs that improve the community and bilateral relations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Branden Yamada)
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Misawa Mayor speaks on the city programs to improve bilateral relations

Misawa City Mayor Kazumasa Taneichi, reviews plans for the Misawa Kids Center during the Community Relations Advisory Council meeting at the Misawa International Center, Japan, Feb. 5, 2019. The Misawa Kids Center, opening in April 2019, will help Misawa Air Base and Misawa City kids connect with each other. (U.S. Air Force photo by Branden Yamada)
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Man-made beauty amoung natural beauty

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon from Misawa Air Base, Japan, takes off during an aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 7, 2018. The ATR allowed Airmen to practice deployed contingency operations and execute bilateral training exercises in a geographically different environment, side-by-side with the Japan Air Self-Defense Force 8th Air Wing Mitsubishi F-2s. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Up, up and away

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon from Misawa Air Base, Japan, takes off during an aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 6, 2018. Airmen practiced deployed contingency operations and executed bilateral training exercises in a geographically different environment, side-by-side with the Japan Air Self-Defense Force 8th Air Wing Mitsubishi F-2s during the ATR. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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WOOD!

U.S. Air Force Capt. Casey Habluetzel, a 14th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, holds up the Samurai’s ‘wood’ hand gesture while taxiing to the runway during an aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 6, 2018. The ATR allowed Airmen to practice deployed contingency operations and execute bilateral training exercises in a geographically different environment, side-by-side with the Japan Air Self-Defense Force 8th Air Wing Mitsubishi F-2s during the ATR. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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The walk around

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Gerardo Feliciano, a 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, talks to Capt. Casey Habluetzel, a 14th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, prior to takeoff during an aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 6, 2018. U.S. Air Force personnel worked side-by-side with Japan Air Self-Defense Force personnel, and flew 36 sorties, allowing both parties to interact and see how their similar mission sets are accomplished. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Ray of sunshine

U.S. Air Force Capt. Nicholas Helmer, a 14th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, dons gloves prior to takeoff during an aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 6, 2018. Airmen practiced deployed contingency operations and executed bilateral training exercises in a geographically different environment, side-by-side with the Japan Air Self-Defense Force 8th Air Wing Mitsubishi F-2s during the ATR. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Fuel time

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Josiah Baychu, a 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron dedicated crew chief, connects a fuel hose to an F-16 Fighting Falcon during an aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 5, 2018. More than 80 Airmen from Misawa Air Base forward-deployed with six F-16 Fighting Falcons to Tsuiki AB Nov. 5 to 8. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Pulling the fuel hose

A Japan Self-Defense Force Airman pulls a fuel hose during an aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 5, 2018. Eighty-five Misawa Air Base personnel and six F-16 Fighting Falcons participated in a week-long bilateral exercise with F-2 pilots. The purpose of the ATR was to continue growing the strong partnership between the U.S. and Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Cockpit inspection

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Justin Ezell, a 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron dedicated crew chief, inspects the cockpit of an F-16 Fighting Falcon prior to take off during an aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 5, 2018. The week-long bilateral exchange helped to grow the strong partnership between the U.S. and Japan even further. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Here you go Sir!

U.S. Air Force Capt. Joseph Swinson, a 14th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, hands Staff Sgt. Justin Ezell, a 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron dedicated crew chief, a binder prior to takeoff during an aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 5, 2018. U.S. Air Force personnel worked side-by-side with Japan Air Self-Defense Force personnel during the relocation and flew 36 sorties, allowing both parties to interact and see how their similar mission sets get accomplished. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Two nations working as one

U.S. Air Force and Japan Self-Defense Force Airmen unload cargo during an aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 5, 2018. The ATR exercise enhanced operational readiness and bilateral interoperability between U.S. and Japanese forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Night prep

U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 35th Fighter Wing from Misawa Air Base, Japan, move light carts to the flightline at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 5, 2018. Approximately 85 Airmen and six F-16 Fighting Falcons flew to Tsuiki to participate in an aviation training relocation with the Japan Air Self-Defense Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Stirring, stirring

Japan Air Self-Defense Force Tech. Sgt. Tomoyo Kato, a 27th Aircraft Control and Warning Squadron nutritionist, stirs food in a large kettle during a Bilateral Exchange Program visit at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 21, 2018. The exchange group split into pairs to learn the similarities and differences between each other’s occupations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Corny and happy

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Ty’Lacia Berard, a 35th Force Support Squadron food specialist, helps Japan Air Self-Defense Force Tech. Sgt. Tomoyo Kato, a 27th Aircraft Control and Warning Squadron nutritionist, create a corn starch mix during a Bilateral Exchange Program visit at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 21, 2018. Kato learned how to make larger portions of meals for thousands of Airmen, whereas she normally only makes meals for approximately 300 personnel at her unit. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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All but one

Japan Air Self-Defense Force and U.S. Air Force personnel follow a technical order for cable alignment during a Bilateral Exchange Program visit at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 20, 2018. The 35th Fighter Wing hosts these events in order to facilitate growth among the U.S. and its allies, while bonding together in a professional environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Where it all aligns

Japan Air Self-Defense Force Tech. Sgt. Yuki Satake, a 4th Air Defense Missile Group measure equipment maintenance technician, prepares to align cables for an avionics systems test during a Bilateral Exchange Program visit at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 20, 2018. The 35th Maintenance Squadron avionics intermediate systems shop, who support aircraft by screening, testing and repairing avionics components, was one of many units to participate in the BEP. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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