Aug 24 2023

Sister City Delegates Tour Misawa Air Base

Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle

Delegates from Wenatchee Valley, Washington pose together in front of an F-16 Fighting Falcon with 35th Fighter Wing leadership at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 23. 2023. Delegates from Wenatchee visit Misawa City annually, highlighting the legacy of community relations initiated by the historic Miss Veedol flight in 1931, the first non-stop flight across the Pacific Ocean starting at Sabishiro Beach, Misawa and landing in East Wenatchee. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle)

Aug 24 2023

Sister City Delegates Tour Misawa Air Base

Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle

Delegates from Wenatchee Valley, Washington receive a brief from U.S. Air Force Col. Michael Richard, 35th Fighter Wing commander, about the role of the F-16 Fighting Falcon during their tour of Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 23, 2023. Delegates from Wenatchee visit Misawa City annually, highlighting the legacy of community relations initiated by the historic Miss Veedol flight in 1931, the first non-stop flight across the Pacific Ocean starting at Sabishiro Beach, Misawa and landing in East Wenatchee. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle)

Aug 24 2023

Sister City Delegates Tour Misawa Air Base

Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle

Delegates from Wenatchee Valley, Washington pose together with U.S. Air Force Col. Michael Richard, 35th Fighter Wing commander, and Col. Matthew Kenkel, 35th Fighter Wing deputy commander, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 23. 2023. Delegates from Wenatchee visit Misawa City annually, highlighting the legacy of community relations initiated by the historic Miss Veedol flight in 1931, the first non-stop flight across the Pacific Ocean starting at Sabishiro Beach, Misawa and landing in East Wenatchee. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle)

Aug 24 2023

Sister City Delegates Tour Misawa Air Base

Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle

U.S. Air Force Col. Michael Richard, 35th Fighter Wing commander, greets delegates from Wenatchee Valley, Washington at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 23, 2023. Delegates from Wenatchee visit Misawa City annually, highlighting the legacy of community relations initiated by the historic Miss Veedol flight in 1931, the first non-stop flight across the Pacific Ocean starting at Sabishiro Beach, Misawa and landing in East Wenatchee. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle)

Jul 25 2023

Building Relations: Misawa Friendship Tour July 2023

Airman 1st Class Koby Mitchell

A participant of a Misawa Friendship Tour gives a thumbs up outside of Lakeview Grille at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 14, 2023. Through events like base tours, Misawa Air Base and Misawa City work together to bring the on and off base together as two cultures and one community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Koby Mitchell).

Jul 25 2023

Building Relations: Misawa Friendship Tour July 2023

Airman Koby Mitchell

Participants of a Misawa Friendship Tour look out from the Lakeview Grille balcony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 14, 2023. The Lakeview Grille overlooks Lake Ogawara, a lake near Misawa City that both military and locals share. Misawa AB hosts tours routinely to educate local civilians about base operations and foster positive community relations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Koby Mitchell).

Jul 25 2023

Building Relations: Misawa Friendship Tour July 2023

Airman Koby Mitchell

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt Tyler Parker, 35th Security Forces military working dog handler, poses with participants of a Misawa Friendship Tour at Misawa Air Base, July 14, 2023. Misawa AB hosts tours routinely to educate local civilians about base operations and foster positive community relations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Koby Mitchell).

Jul 25 2023

Building Relations: Misawa Friendship Tour July 2023

Airman Koby Mitchell

Participants of a Misawa Friendship Tour look on from the fence-line during a military working dog (MWD) demonstration at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 14, 2023. MWDs are vital to many military operations and help with a variety of missions. Misawa AB hosts tours routinely to educate local civilians about base operations and foster positive community relations. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Koby Mitchell).

Jul 25 2023

Building Relations: Misawa Friendship Tour July 2023

Airman Koby Mitchell

A mother and child participating in a Misawa Friendship Tour look at the different static displays located around Risner Circle at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 14, 2023. Risner circle features two static displays, and flags from the United States and Japan as a symbol of both countries’ friendship. Misawa AB hosts tours routinely to educate local civilians about base operations and foster positive community relations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Koby Mitchell).

Jul 25 2023

Building Relations: Misawa Friendship Tour July 2023

Airman Koby Mitchell

Participants of a Misawa Friendship Tour board a bus at Misawa City, Japan, July 14, 2023. The participants of the tour are escorted onto base where they can take photos and see various areas around Misawa Air Base. Misawa AB hosts tours routinely to educate local civilians about base operations and foster positive community relations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Koby Mitchell).

Jul 05 2023

Cultivating Bonds

Senior Airman Antwain Hanks

Japan Air Self-Defense Force Lt. Gen. Chuji Ando, left, Northern Air Defense Force commander, Mr. Shingo Mimura, Governor of Aomori Prefecture and 35th Fighter Wing honorary commander, and U.S. Air Force Col. Michael Richard, 35th Fighter Wing commander discuss the bilateral assets on the flight line during Mr. Mimura’s visit at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 23, 2023. The 35th Fighter Wing puts an essential emphasis on the relationship between the base and the city. Programs like these allow the wing to cultivate established bonds while forging new ones. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)

Jul 05 2023

Cultivating Bonds

Senior Airman Antwain Hanks

Mr. Shingo Mimura, Governor of Aomori Prefecture and 35th Fighter Wing honorary commander exits an F-16 Fighting Falcon during Mr. Mimura’s visit at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 23, 2023. The Honorary Commander Program allows prominent figures in the community to have an open and direct line with the 35th Fighter Wing commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)

Jul 05 2023

Cultivating Bonds

Senior Airman Antwain Hanks

Mr. Shingo Mimura, Governor of Aomori Prefecture and 35th Fighter Wing honorary commander, and U.S. Air Force Col. Michael Richard, 35th Fighter Wing commander, tour an F-16 Fighting Falcon during Governor Shingo Mimura’s visit at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 23, 2023. The Honorary Commander Program allows prominent figures in the community to have an open and direct line with the 35th Fighter Wing commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)

Jul 05 2023

Cultivating Bonds

Senior Airman Antwain Hanks

U.S. Air Force Col. Michael Richard, 35th Fighter Wing commander, and community leaders discuss the 35th FW mission during Governor Shingo Mimura’s visit at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 23, 2023. Mr. Shingo Mimura has been the governor of Aomori for over 20 years and is the honorary 35th Fighter Wing commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)

Jul 05 2023

Cultivating Bonds

Senior Airman Antwain Hanks

Japan Air Self-Defense Force Lt. Gen. Chuji Ando, left, Northern Air Defense Force commander, Mr. Shingo Mimura, center, Governor of Aomori Prefecture and 35th Fighter Wing honorary commander, and U.S. Air Force Col. Michael Richard, right, 35th Fighter Wing commander discuss the capabilities of the F-16 Fighting Falcon during Mr. Mimura’s visit at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 23, 2023. The 35th Fighter Wing puts an essential emphasis on the relationship between the base and the city. Programs like these allow the wing to cultivate established bonds while forging new ones. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)

Jul 05 2023

Cultivating Bonds

Senior Airman Antwain Hanks

35th Fighter Wing and Japan Northern Air Defense Force commanders pose for a photo with community leaders during Governor Shingo Mimura's visit at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 23, 2023. Mr. Shingo Mimura has been the governor of Aomori for over 20 years and is the honorary 35th Fighter Wing commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)

Jul 05 2023

Cultivating Bonds

Senior Airman Antwain Hanks

U.S. Air Force Col. Michael Richard, 35th Fighter Wing (FW) commander, presents Mr. Shingo Mimura, Governor of Aomori Prefecture and 35th FW honorary commander, an honorary commander certificate during Mr. Mimura’s visit at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 23, 2023. The Honorary Commander Program allows prominent figures in the community to have an open and direct line with the 35th Fighter Wing commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)

Jul 05 2023

Cultivating Bonds

Senior Airman Antwain Hanks

U.S. Air Force Col. Michael Richard, 35th Fighter Wing (FW) commander, designates Mr. Shingo Mimura, Governor of Aomori Prefecture and 35th FW honorary commander, as honorary commander “Apple 1” during Mr. Mimura’s visit at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 23, 2023. Mr. Shingo Mimura has been the governor of Aomori for over 20 years and is the honorary 35th Fighter Wing commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)

Jun 28 2023

American Day Returns to Misawa

Staff Sgt. Kristen Heller

U.S. Air Force Col. Michael Richard, 35th Fighter Wing commander, and his spouse Jessica Richard purchase food from a local vendor during American Day in Misawa City, Japan, June 25, 2023. American Day is one of the largest cross-cultural festivals in the area and it made a return after being on hiatus due to COVID-19. The event, drawing over 50,000 visitors, took on the theme “two cultures, but one community.” (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kristen Heller)

Jun 28 2023

American Day Returns to Misawa

Staff Sgt. Kristen Heller

U.S. Air Force Col. Michael Richard, 35th Fighter Wing commander, poses for a photo with American Day volunteers in Misawa City, Japan, June 25, 2023. American Day is one of the largest cross-cultural festivals in the area and it made a return after being on hiatus due to COVID-19. The event, drawing over 50,000 visitors, took on the theme “two cultures, but one community.” (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kristen Heller)

Jun 28 2023

American Day Returns to Misawa

Staff Sgt. Kristen Heller

Members of the PACAF F-16 Demonstration Team pose for a photo with a Japanese attendee of American Day in Misawa City, Japan, June 25, 2023. American Day is one of the largest cross-cultural festivals in the area and it made a return after being on hiatus due to COVID-19. The event, drawing over 50,000 visitors, took on the theme “two cultures, but one community.” (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kristen Heller)

Jun 28 2023

American Day Returns to Misawa

Staff Sgt. Kristen Heller

Japanese attendees dressed in yukatas pose for a photo in front of the Misawa Air Base signs in Misawa City, Japan, June 25, 2023. American Day is one of the largest cross-cultural festivals in the area and it made a return after being on hiatus due to COVID-19. The event, drawing over 50,000 visitors, took on the theme “two cultures, but one community.” (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kristen Heller)

Jun 28 2023

American Day Returns to Misawa

Staff Sgt. Kristen Heller

Japanese and Americans line the street, shoulder-to-shoulder, during American Day showcasing the strength of the U.S.-Japan Alliance in Misawa City, Japan, June 25, 2023. More than 50,000 attendees from across Japan traveled to Misawa City to enjoy and appreciate American and Japanese culture. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kristen Heller)

Jun 28 2023

American Day Returns to Misawa

Staff Sgt. Kristen Heller

Japanese attendees of American Day purchase American style food in Misawa City, Japan, June 25, 2023. More than 50,000 attendees from across Japan traveled to Misawa City to enjoy and appreciate American and Japanese culture. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kristen Heller)

Jun 28 2023

American Day Returns to Misawa

Staff Sgt. Kristen Heller

A Japanese mother and her daughter enjoy playing high striker during American Day in Misawa City, Japan, June 25, 2023. Events like these are important as they afford Misawa’s local community, American and Japanese alike, opportunities to interact in a relaxed environment meant to build friendships and strengthen partnerships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kristen Heller)

Jun 28 2023

American Day Returns to Misawa

Staff Sgt. Kristen Heller

Japanese and American attendees of American Day gather in front of the Misawa City sign outside of Friendship Gate to play and relax during the festivities in Misawa City, Japan, June 25, 2023. American Day is one of the largest cross-cultural festivals in the area and it made a return after being on hiatus due to COVID-19. The event, drawing over 50,000 visitors, took on the theme “two cultures, but one community.” (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kristen Heller)

Jun 28 2023

American Day Returns to Misawa

Staff Sgt. Kristen Heller

Members of 35th Security Forces Squadron pose for photos with American Day parade attendees in Misawa City, Japan, June 25, 2023. More than 50,000 attendees from across Japan traveled to Misawa City to enjoy and appreciate American and Japanese culture. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kristen Heller)

Jun 28 2023

American Day Returns to Misawa

Staff Sgt. Kristen Heller

Japanese and Americans line the street, shoulder-to-shoulder, during American Day showcasing the strength of the U.S.-Japan Alliance in Misawa City, Japan, June 25, 2023. More than 50,000 attendees from across Japan traveled to Misawa City to enjoy and appreciate American and Japanese culture. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kristen Heller)

Jun 11 2023

(D)r. Emma Poveromo: Airman selected for M.D. prep program

Tech. Sgt. Jao'Torey Johnson

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Emma Poveromo, 35th Medical Group medical technician, poses for a photo at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 4, 2023. Poveromo’s selection to Enlisted to Medical Degree Preparatory Program will entail two years of full-time education before she applies to a medical school. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jao’Torey Johnson)

Jun 11 2023

(D)r. Emma Poveromo: Airman selected for M.D. prep program

Tech. Sgt. Jao'Torey Johnson

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Emma Poveromo, 35th Medical Group medical technician, poses for a photo at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 4, 2023. Poveromo was 1 of 26 enlisted members in the Department of Defense selected to participate in the Enlisted to Medical Degree Preparatory Program. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jao’Torey Johnson)