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Four-Legged Wingmen: Misawa’s Own Military Working Dogs

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jesse Lawson, a Military Working Dog (MWD) handler, and Assan, a MWD, both assigned to the 35th Security Forces Squadron, stand together after completing detection training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 15, 2021. MWDs will ultimately retire out of the Air Force; and the last MWD Handler will receive first choice at adopting the partner they've worked so closely with throughout their career. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leon Redfern)
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Four-Legged Wingmen: Misawa’s Own Military Working Dogs

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jesse Lawson, a Military Working Dog (MWD) handler, and Assan, a MWD, both assigned to the 35th Security Forces Squadron, play together after completing detection training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 15, 2021. The MWD teams at Misawa conduct daily training to keep them proficient, certified and mission ready. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leon Redfern)
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Four-Legged Wingmen: Misawa’s Own Military Working Dogs

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jesse Lawson, a Military Working Dog (MWD) handler, and Assan, a MWD, both assigned to the 35th Security Forces Squadron, search between various vehicles during detection training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 15, 2021. The dogs train on detecting explosives and narcotics, as well as controlled aggression tactics, when detaining suspects. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leon Redfern)
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Four-Legged Wingmen: Misawa’s Own Military Working Dogs

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jesse Lawson, a 35th Security Forces Squadron (SFS) Military Working Dog (MWD) handler, follows behind his partner, Assan, a MWD, assigned to the 35th SFS, as he searches between two vehicles during detection training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 15, 2021. The MWDs selection process begins when the dogs receive their initial training at Lackland Air Base in San Antonio, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leon Redfern)
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Four-Legged Wingmen: Misawa’s Own Military Working Dogs

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jesse Lawson, a Military Working Dog (MWD) handler, and Assan, a MWD, both assigned to the 35th Security Forces Squadron, search to find an odor during detection training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 15, 2021. The MWD and handler conduct daily training overseen by the trainer to ensure they are both proficient and maintain the required standard. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leon Redfern)
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30th Annual Japan Day glows with Nebuta parade

Akihiko Onodera, the Aomori City mayor, left, leads a small Nebuta parade during the 30th Annual Japan Day at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 7, 2017. For the first time ever, Misawa residents pulled a Nebuta float down the base street, reaffirming the commit, trust and friendship between the U.S. and Japan forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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30th Annual Japan Day glows with Nebuta parade

Kanon, a Makibano Kids Drums taiko drummer, plays the taiko during the 30th Annual Japan Day at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 8, 2017. The event featured many performances including a dragon dance, shoto show and a Star Wars themed drum performance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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30th Annual Japan Day glows with Nebuta parade

Hide Chika, an Aomori potter, creates a ceramic cup during the 30th Annual Japan Day at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 8, 2017. Along with pottery, attendees partook in creating Japanese kites, embroidery and origami crafts with the local community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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30th Annual Japan Day glows with Nebuta parade

A float of the Japanese folklore character, Urashima Tarou, stands during the 30th Annual Japan Day at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 7, 2017. The float is one of many pieces from the Nebuta festival in Aomori, Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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30th Annual Japan Day glows with Nebuta parade

Mrs. Teiko Taneichi, left, wife of Kazumasa Taneichi, center left, Misawa City mayor, pause for a photo with Col. R. Scott Jobe, center right, 35th Fighter Wing commander, and his son, Chet Jobe, during the 30th Annual Japan Day at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 7, 2017. For the first time the base event featured one of the many floats from Aomori City’s larger Nebuta festival parade, which occurs every summer. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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A round of a paws for Team Misawa vet clinic

Amanda Douglas, the 35th Aerospace Medicine Squadron and Public Health Activity Japan veterinary operations assistant, checks in a patient for their appointment in the veterinary clinic at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 5, 2017. To make appointments with the veterinary clinic call DSN 226-4502. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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A round of a paws for Team Misawa vet clinic

Dr. Sayuri Iwaki, a 35th Aerospace Medicine Squadron and Public Health Activity Japan veterinary contractor, looks through a Nikon Eclipse E200 microscope in the veterinary clinic at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 5, 2017. Iwaki examined the ear wax of a canine to determine the cause of an ear infection. Although their patients consist of base resident pets, the clinic’s primary mission is tending to military working dogs, ensuring they are capable of deploying at a moment’s notice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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A round of a paws for Team Misawa vet clinic

U.S. Army Capt. Samuel Smith, the 35th Aerospace Medicine Squadron and Public Health Activity Japan veterinarian officer in charge, waits for Calvin to wake up from sedation in the veterinary clinic at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 5, 2017. Calvin underwent a neutering procedure to prevent accidental reproduction. Along with spaying and neutering, the vets offer treatments for diseases and other medical conditions. (U. S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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A round of a paws for Team Misawa vet clinic

U.S. Air Force Maj. Justin Read, the 35th Medical Operations Squadron pharmacy operations chief, looks into the eyes of his dog, Rosie, during a veterinary appointment at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 5, 2017. Along with Rosie, Read brought his other dog, Ella, to receive routine vaccinations and a checkup. To make appointments with the veterinary clinic call DSN 226-4502. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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A round of a paws for Team Misawa vet clinic

Dr. Sayuri Iwaki, a 35th Aerospace Medicine Squadron and Public Health Activity Japan veterinary contractor, holds Rosie, owned by U.S. Air Force Maj. Justin Read, the 35th Medical Operations Squadron pharmacy operations chief, after administering her shots. To make appointments with the clinic, call DSN 226-4502. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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A round of a paws for Team Misawa vet clinic

U.S. Air Force Maj. Justin Read, the 35th Medical Operations Squadron pharmacy operations chief, holds his dog, Rosie, during a veterinary appointment at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 5, 2017. Rosie went in for her routine checkup and vaccinations. The clinic also offers other services like spaying, neutering and teeth cleaning. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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A round of a paws for Team Misawa vet clinic

Rosie, owned by U.S. Air Force Maj. Justin Read, the 35th Medical Operations Squadron pharmacy operations chief, receives a rabies vaccination at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 5, 2017. Pets must receive the shots annually as a preventative measure from obtaining the disease. When pets need overnight or emergency care, the clinic helps patients with referrals to off base vet clinics. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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A round of a paws for Team Misawa vet clinic

Vaccinations for rabbies, worms and bordetella sit on a board in the veterinary clinic at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 5, 2017. Misawa’s vet clinic requires all residential pets to have vaccines, microchips and updated medical records. Japan is a rabies-free country, which is why clinic staff stress the importance of the vaccinations by making it an annual requirement. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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A round of a paws for Team Misawa vet clinic

Dr. Sayuri Iwaki, a 35th Aerospace Medicine Squadron and Public Health Activity Japan veterinary contractor, listens to the heartbeat of Rosie, owned by U.S. Air Force Maj. Justin Read, the 35th Medical Operations Squadron pharmacy operations chief, during a veterinary appointment at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 5, 2017. The clinic takes care of between 2,000 and 2,500 pets during the year. Along with spaying and neutering, the vets offer treatments for diseases and other medical conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Misawa demonstrates air power for the first time in Brunei

Brunei Darussalam -- A C-17 Globemaster III from Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam, Hawaii sits on the flightline at Rimba Air Base, Brunei, July 3 after their arrival for participation in the 3rd Biennial Brunei Darussalam International Defense Exhibition. This year coincides with the 50th anniversary of the Royal Brunei Armed Forces and is forecasted to host more than 160 exhibitors and 150 international delegates. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Marie Brown/Released)
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