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Bilateral exchange with civil engineers

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Ross King, right, 35th Civil Engineer Squadron project management officer in charge, speaks with Japan Air Self-Defense Force Capt. Ken’ichiro Oda, left, 3rd Air Wing civil engineer OIC, during a bilateral exchange event at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 21, 2017. Having bilateral exchanges provides opportunities for Airmen to develop work and personal relationship with the host nation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Deana Heitzman)
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Construction vehicles display

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Daniel Ray, the 35th Civil Engineer Squadron grounds and pavement section chief, briefs a group of Japan Air Self-Defense Force civil engineer Airmen during a bilateral exchange program at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 21, 2017. This was the first time 35th CES specifically worked with JASDF, or Koku Jieitai, engineers. Additionally, civil engineer leadership from Pacific Air Forces’ and other bases in Japan joined the activities to observe and input their expertise on certain matters. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Deana Heitzman)
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Leadership exchange

Koku-Jieitai Senior Airman Takashi Shibuya, a 2nd Air Wing Armament Maintenance Squadron armament technician, explains his view of leadership with U.S. and other Japanese Airmen during a 10-day U.S.-Japan Bilateral Career Training at Chitose Air Base, Japan, April 19, 2017. The U.S. and Japanese participants broke out into three groups, each allowed 30 minutes to discuss their top three leadership traits and then present their findings with the rest of the participants. Koku-Jieitai is the traditional term for Japan Air Self Defense Force used by the Japanese. (Japanese Air Self-Defense Force photo by Chief Master Sgt. Katsuaki Imazeki)
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Stretching for the big dance-off

U.S. and Japanese Airmen stretch prior to learning a traditional Japanese dance during a 10-day U.S.-Japan Bilateral Career Training, at Chitose Air Base, Japan, April 12, 2017. Over the next hour and a half, the Koku-Jieitai and U.S. Airmen from Misawa Air Base, Japan, danced while learning more about each other’s cultural background helping to increase the two-nation’s interoperability. Cultural exchanges like this dance strengthen the U.S.-Japan security alliance by humanizing each nation’s service members bringing them closer as allies and friends. Koku-Jieitai is the traditional term for Japan Air Self Defense Force used by the Japanese. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Benjamin W. Stratton)
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Base defense weapons systems

Koku-Jieitai Master Sgt. Hiroshi Osawa, a 2nd Air Wing Base Air Defense M-61 20 mm Vulcan cannon operator, explains the capabilities of the installation’s defense network to a group of U.S. Airmen participating in a 10-day U.S.-Japan Bilateral Career Training, at Chitose Air Base, Japan, April 12, 2017. The Vulcan is capable of firing 6,600 rounds per second and its six rotating barrels, firing at one time, permit a high rate of fire while simultaneously reducing the problem of barrel wear and heat generation. Koku-Jieitai is the traditional term for Japan Air Self Defense Force used by the Japanese. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Benjamin W. Stratton)
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Checking out the Vulcan

Koku-Jieitai Master Sgt. Hiroshi Osawa, right, a 2nd Air Wing Base Air Defense M-61 20 mm Vulcan cannon operator, explains the weapon’s capabilities to U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jessica Nienheuser, left, the 35th Medical Support Squadron patient administration section chief, during a 10-day U.S.-Japan Bilateral Career Training, at Chitose Air Base, Japan, April 12, 2017. Nienheuser got to sit in the operator’s seat while the weapon system was operational, not armed, and move the turret around while Osawa explained its operation. Koku-Jieitai is the traditional term for Japan Air Self Defense Force used by the Japanese. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Benjamin W. Stratton)
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What a ride!

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Ebony Jenkins, a 35th Security Forces Squadron member, flies with nine other U.S. Airmen aboard a Koku-Jieitai Kawasaki C-1 headed to Chitose Air Base, Japan, April 11, 2017. The group flew to Chitose from Misawa Air Base, Japan, as part of a 10-day U.S.-Japan Bilateral Career Training, April 11-20, specifically designed to bring the two nation’s air forces closer as allies and friends. The Kawasaki C-1 is a twin- short-range military transport, used by the Koku-Jieitai. Koku-Jieitai is the traditional term for Japan Air Self Defense Force used by the Japanese. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Benjamin W. Stratton)
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35th Fighter Wing brings fight to Keen Sword 2017

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Patrick O'Connell, a 35th Maintenance Squadron crew chief, checks flight controls during exercise Keen Sword 17, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 10, 2016. Exercises like Keen Sword are a decisive demonstration of the strength of the friendship between the people, and provide an indispensible field training environment for enhancing mutual understanding of each country's tactics, communication protocols, procedutres and general interoperability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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35th Fighter Wing brings fight to Keen Sword 2017

U.S. Air Force Capt. Ryan Forystek, a 14th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, prepares to depart during exercise Keen Sword 17 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 10, 2016. Approximately 24 aircraft from the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy and the Japan Air Self-Defense Force, honed in on joint-tactics, while breaking language barriers among the pilots. For more than 50 years, the U.S.-Japan Alliance has been the foundation of peave and security in Northeast Asia and the cornerstone of U.S. engagement in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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35th Fighter Wing brings fight to Keen Sword 2017

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force Mitsubishi F-2, flies to Hokkaido Port during bilateral exercise Keen Sword 17, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 11, 2016. The fundamental role of U.S. forces in Japan is to deter aggression and maintain peace and security in the region and is an essential component of the U.S.-Japan alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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35th Fighter Wing brings fight to Keen Sword 2017

U.S. Air Force Capt. Kyle Benham, a 35th Fighter Wing F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, dons his piloting gloves before flight during bilateral exercise Keen Sword 17, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 10, 2016. The exercise had various scenarios, including defending the Hokkaido Port, in Hokkaido, Japan, from a multitude of enemies. The U.S. has maintained a diplomatic, economic, and military presence in the Pacific throughout our nation's history. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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35th Fighter Wing brings fight to Keen Sword 2017

U.S. Air Force Capt. Kyle Benham, a 13th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, loads a tape into an air combat maneuvering instrument, prior to taking flight during exercise Keen Sword 17 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 10, 2016. The 35th Fighter Wing focused on combat readiness and partnered with the VAQ-135 Naval Unit and the Japan Air Self-Defense Forces to work on joint tactics to practice a defensive counter-air scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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35th Fighter Wing brings fight to Keen Sword 2017

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Patrick O'Connell, left, a 35th Maintenance Squadron crew chief and Capt. Kyle Benham, right, a 35th Fighter Wing F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, performs a pre-flight check during exercise Keen Sword 17 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 10, 2016. Misawa participated in a series of bilateral exercises, showcasing the positive relationship with our Japanese host nation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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RAF Typhoons touchdown at Misawa AB

A Royal Air Force Eurofighter Typhoon assigned to the II Army Co-operation Squadron, sits on a runway, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 22, 2016. The RAF and Japan Air Self-Defense Forces are participating in Guardian North 16 for the next week in efforts to strengthen ties between the two countries. In addition to Japan, the RAF Typhoons traveled to Malaysia and will travel to South Korea and conduct bi-and trilateral exercises. The RAF Typhoons are assigned to RAF Lossiemouth, located in Moray, Scotland. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Deana Heitzman)
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Guardian North 16 kicks-off with JASDF and RAF

Japan Air Self-Defense Force Maj. Gen. Koji Imaki, left, 3rd Air Wing commander, welcomes Royal Air Force Wing Commander Roger Elliot, right, II Army Co-operation Squadron commanding officer RAF Lossiemouth, during the opening ceremony of exercise Guardian North 16, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 22, 2016. More than 200 British personnel, accompanied by four Eurofighter Typhoons, a Voyager British tanker and a RAF C-17 Globemaster III, will exchange knowledge and interoperability techniques in the first-ever bilateral exercise with Japan. RAF Lossiemouth is located in Moray, Scotland. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Deana Heitzman)
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RAF Typhoon’s arrive at Misawa AB

A Royal Air Force Eurofighter Typhoon assigned to the II Army Co-operation Squadron, moves into a runway, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 22, 2016. The RAF and Japan Air Self-Defense Force kicked-off exercise Guardian North 16, which is the first bilateral exercise JASDF conducted with another foreign military, excluding the U.S. The RAF Typhoons are assigned to RAF Lossiemouth, located in Moray, Scotland. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Deana Heitzman)
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Flag first on Misawa flight line

A British flag is displayed on a Royal Air Force member during the opening ceremony of exercise Guardian North 16, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 22, 2016. More than 200 British personnel, accompanied by four Eurofighter Typhoons, a Voyager British tanker and a RAF C-17 Globemaster III, will exchange knowledge and interoperability techniques in the first-ever bilateral exercise with Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Deana Heitzman)
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USAF tug of war team pulls into a win

The U.S. Air Force team, comprised of Airmen with the 35th Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsions shop, competes during the 15th Annual Northern Air Defense Force Commander’s Cup tug of war event, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 22, 2016. Each team consisted of 15 military members and awards were given out for the top three teams and winner in an exhibition match. In addition to this event, Japan Air Self-Defense Force held a friendship party to help participants bond in a non-work environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Deana Heitzman)
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Airmen participate in trilateral event

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Dustin Kennedy, left, and Airman Harold Moore, right, both are 35th Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion members, pull a rope during the 15th Annual Northern Air Defense Force Commander’s Cup tug of war event at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 22, 2016. This annual event celebrates the strong bonds between U.S. and Japan Air Self-Defense Force military members and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Deana Heitzman)
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RAF kills competition during trilateral tug of war event

Military members from the Royal Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense Force compete in the 15th Annual Northern Air Defense Force tug of war event, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 22, 2016. The Royal Air Force had an opportunity to join this annual event due to their presence here for Guardian North 16, the first-ever bilateral exercise, with JASDF members. In addition to this event, JASDF also held a friendship party to help participants bond in a non-work environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Deana Heitzman)
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