Strength in Action: Misawa Hosts First Strongest 100

The event brought members of the Misawa Air Base community together through challenging competition, fostering camaraderie and a shared commitment to fitness that supports a ready and connected joint and bilateral military community responsible for defending Japan from adversaries.

Sakura Olympics unite Misawa Air Base U.S., Japanese communities

The annual event reflected the spirit of collaboration and friendship, strengthening relationships between U.S. and Japanese participants through sports and cultural exchange.

Running clinic enhances readiness at Misawa Air Base

The 35th Operational Support Team (OST) partnered with the Potter Fitness Center to host a six-week running clinic, first launched in September 2024, aimed at improving Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA) performance and reinforcing force readiness at Misawa Air Base.

Chief Challenged by Final Flight

Chief Master Sgt. Joey R. Meininger, outgoing command chief of the 35th Fighter Wing at Misawa Air Base, describes the experience of flying in the backseat of an F-16 Fighting Falcon, being Team Misawa's command chief, and the impact the total force team makes on the Wild Weasel mission at Misawa.

Potter Fitness Center Repair Project

Ops Airman rediscovers self in Misawa fitness center

Gaining physical strength while becoming leaner and more confident is how Senior Airman Sidnea Bailey, a 35th Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment journeyman, became the resilient, independent and driven Wild Weasel she is today.

Fighting my way back

Growing up in New York, I never made the gym a top priority because distractions and fun quickly stole my attention. As a city boy from Brooklyn, I took advantage of everything my home had to offer, including local restaurants, speak-easies and rooftop lounges.I spent 25 years enjoying eating and