News

April 14, 2019
Japan Day blends two cultures, creating one Misawa community

American and Japanese spectators and volunteers came together for the 32nd Annual Japan Day cultural celebration at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 6.
March 26, 2019
Scoring a goal in bilateral relations

The 35th Security Forces Squadron and Japanese Air Self-Defense Force security personnel united for a bilateral soccer game at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 15.
March 25, 2019
U.S., Japan families release baby salmon for Earth Day

Hundreds of American and Japanese families gathered at the Oirase River for the 22nd Annual Baby Salmon Release in Shimoda Salmon Park, Japan, March 16.
March 11, 2019
JAAGA award-winning Airman fortifies Japanese-American relations

Approximately 2,300 enlisted service members live at Misawa Air Base with an opportunity to interact face-to-face with their local Japanese neighbors.On March 6, The Japan-American Air Force Goodwill Association recognized Airman 1st Class William Raley, a 610th Air Control Flight weapons director
Feb. 26, 2019
ALS hosts Bilateral Leadership Seminar

EXIT A LEADER | “A lot of times this is Airmen’s first interaction with any Japanese military personnel," said Tech. Sgt. Jasmine Carraway, a #TeamMisawa ALS instructor. "The purpose of the seminar is to let the Airman Leadership School students work with the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force and give
Feb. 13, 2019
U.S., Japanese leaders discuss Misawa bilateral programs

U.S. and Japanese military leaders from Misawa Air Base met with Misawa City officials during the annual Community Relations Advisory Council meeting on Feb. 5 at the Misawa International Center to discuss programs that will promote the community and build bilateral relations.
Sept. 6, 2018
U.S., Japanese emergency responders train to perfect safety, security for air show

Fire rose above the trees and sirens rang across the field from fire trucks, police vehicles and ambulances starting the 2018 Annual Air Show Emergency Management Exercise, Aug 29.