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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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Soup is served

Ebina Ikuko, a Lake Ogawara volunteer, serves soup to attendees at the Lake Ogawara Appreciation event in Tohoku Town, Japan, April 15, 2018. The community engagement event signifies the close relationship between Team Misawa members and the people of Tohoku Town. . (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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Colonel addresses community

U.S. Air Force Col. R. Scott Jobe, the 35th Fighter Wing commander, thanks community members for their support of Misawa Air Base during his speech at the Lake Ogawara Appreciation event in Tohoku Town, Japan, April 15, 2018. Jobe spoke on the enjoyment Lake Ogawara brings to the community such as the cherry blossoms, a variety of lake festivals and the Wakasagi marathon. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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Clam soup

Bowls of clam soup offered participants warm respace from the chilly breeze at the Lake Ogawara Appreciation event in Tohoku Town, Japan, April 15, 2018. While Tohoku offers a wide variety of popular foods such as shagimi, smelt, ice fish, yam and garlic, clams were the highlighted item on the menu. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks).
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Opening ceremony bow

Akinori Eto, a member of the House of Representatives , bows at the Lake Ogawara Appreciation event in Tohoku Town, Japan, April 15, 2018. The event focused on community relations and fundamentals for the U.S. and Japan alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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Greetings

U.S. Air Force Col. R. Scott Jobe, left, the 35th Fighter Wing commander, shakes hands with Governor Shingo Mimura, right, the Aomori Prefecture governor, at the at Lake Ogawara Appreciation event in Tohoku Town, Japan, April 15, 2018. The partnership of local communities is vital to the U.S. and Japan friendship. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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Opening ceremony

U.S. Air Force Col. Paul D Kirmis and his family, front, and Mayor Kazumasa Taneichi and wife, back, are escorted into the 31st Annual Japan Day at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 14, 2018. These distinguished visitors held a ribbon cutting ceremony which represents the two cultures, one community concept. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks).
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Paint me pretty

A samurai drawing is displayed during the 31st Annual Japan Day at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 14, 2018. Samurai, which means the way of the warrior, was a common theme throughout the event. The goal of the event was to create an everlasting bond between the two cultures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks).
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Flowers and friends

Funami Ryoetu, a bonsai hobbyist and Japan Day volunteer, left, showcases a bonsai tree to Maeda Hiroshi, a Japan Day attendee, right, during the 31st Annual Japan Day at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 14, 2018. Bonsai is a 2,000 year old Japanese art form where growing of miniature trees is cultivated by growing and shaping the plant over a long period of time. Japan Day gave way to Misawa newcomers experiencing a wide variety of what makes Japan so interesting, all in a centralized location. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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The un-masking

Suwanat Kazuo, a mask artist, carves a mask during the 31st Annual Japan Day at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 14, 2018. Hirotoshi Mikami started the 31-year-old tradition which included 50 host nation organizations and more than 500 performers, artists and craftsmen. The base-wide celebration gave Team Misawa a chance to experience authentic Japanese culture. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks).
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Crowd goes wild

Performing artists from Aomori University showcase their ninja capabilities during the 31st Annual Japan Day at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 14, 2018. This ninja club is unique because it’s the only club of its kind in the Aomori prefecture. Events like Japan Day and American Day cement these experiences, showing similarities and appealing differences between the U.S. and Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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Dragon bite

A performance artist, costumed as a dragon, covers a Japan Day attendee during the 31st Annual Japan Day at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 14, 2018. A dragon dance is performed at festive celebrations which represents wisdom, power and wealth. Japan Day is a prime opportunity for members of Misawa to connect with Japanese traditional culture. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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Beat of the drum

A Makibano kid drummer performs during the 31st Annual Japan Day at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 14, 2018. The event featured many performers including Okamisawa sacred dancers, Nanbu local Shamisen music and Towada Suijin Thunder Drum musicians. Showcasing Japanese music was one of the many events performed at Japan Day which highlighted the cultures techniques and traditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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A pendant like no other

A Misawa City Fire Department pin hangs on a firefighter’s uniform during the Annual Misawa City Fire Department New Year ceremony in Misawa City, Japan, Jan. 14, 2018. The pendant recognizes and distinguishes firefighters who have dedicated more than 15 years of work to their profession. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Honor and salute

U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 35th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department salute Misawa City Mayor Kazumasa Taneichi during the Annual Misawa City Fire Department New Year parade in Misawa City, Japan, Jan. 14, 2018. During the ceremony, Misawa Air Base and Misawa City leadership along with many firefighters wished all participants a successful and safe year, while the city mayor greeted each unit who works to keep the city safe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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To honor them too

Orika Saryuya, a Japanese national, salutes during the Annual Misawa City Fire Department New Year parade in Misawa City, Japan, Jan. 14, 2018. Mayor Kazumasa Taneichi took time to salute all firefighters and supporting units to honor them for their duty and dedication while the fire department showed local spectators their swift ability to respond to an alert call. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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