Oct. 15, 2020 Misawa commander, mayor harvest rice with Oozora Elementary School U.S. Air Force Col. Jesse J. Friedel, 35th Fighter Wing commander, harvests rice during a community relations event in Misawa City, Japan, Oct. 8, 2020. Friedel joined Misawa Mayor Yoshinori Kohiyama and students from Oozora Elementary School for the event. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt.
Sept. 5, 2019 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.
Aug. 18, 2019 Wild Weasel firefighter puts out flames on first assignment jitters Anticipation of future assignments can create a gut-twisting feeling, leaving Airmen anxious, restless or even uneasy, but Airman 1st Class Adam Cardona, a 35th Civil Engineer Squadron fire protection journeyman, combatted his first assignment jitters with fun, exploration and self-discovery.
May 13, 2019 Softball tournament hits homerun with Misawa community Team Misawa units came together for a Cinco de Mayo softball tournament at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 3 to 5.
March 19, 2019 April 2019 Community Events Cherry blossom peaks vary from area to area in Japan. Misawa City, as well as the Aomori Prefecture, feature many local events, offering attendees opportunities to continue building partnerships among their Japanese neighbors.
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.