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Yama Sakura 69 Cultural Exchange

Yama Sakura 69 Soldiers learn calligraphy on Camp Itami, Japan, Dec. 7, 2015. As part of YS 69, exercise participants are given the opportunity to learn about Japanese culture through events and trips.
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Female Soldiers from the US and Japan Conduct Mentorship Meeting During Exercise Yama Sakura

CAMP ITAMI, Japan (Dec. 7, 2015) - Japanese Service members take notes on some of the differences between the way their services approach women in uniform during a bilateral exchange.
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Exercise Yama Sakura Underway In Japan

CAMP ITAMI, JAPAN (Camp Itami, Japan, Dec. 5, 2015 ) - Lt. Gen. Stephen Lanza, left, I Corps commanding general, and Lt. Gen. Junji Suzuki, commander of the Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force Middle Army, shake hands to mark the beginning of Exercise Yama Sakura 69 during the opening ceremony at the Middle Army Headquarters.
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Japanese Minister of Defense Visits USS Port Royal

PEARL HARBOR (Nov. 23, 2015) Gen Nakatani, center, the Japanese Minister of Defense, speaks with Capt. Adolfo Ibarra, second from left, commanding officer of the guided-missile cruiser USS Port Royal (CG 73), and staff members of Nakatani's cabinet during a tour of the ship as part of Nakatani's visit to Pearl Harbor. Nakatani and his staff were visiting Pearl Harbor to learn more about the U.S. Navy's Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense System.
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Japan's Minister of Defense Visits Hickam

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Mark Dillon, Pacific Air Forces vice commander, greets Japan Minister of Defense Gen Nakatani, during his visit to the 613th Air Operations Center Nov. 23, 2015, at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii. Nakatani and members of his defense forces were here to conduct bilateral talks with U.S. Pacific Command and PACAF about ongoing and future operations in the pacific.
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31st MEU Shallow Water Egress Training

An underwater egress training instructor prepares Marines from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit on breathing through an emergency escape breathing device Nov. 17, 2015, on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan. Marines attended the Shallow Water Egress Training Course to prepare them in the event that their vehicle were to crash in water. SWET is just one example of unique training conducted by the 31st MEU Marines.
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Yokota and JGSDF share helo experience

Lt. Col. Akihiko Nishida, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Eastern Army Helicopter commander, dons a U.S. Air Force helmet with attached night vision goggles during a search and rescue capability exchange at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Nov. 16, 2015. The helmet is heavier than the Japanese equivalent holding more battery packs to counterbalance the weight of the goggles.
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Misawa demonstrates capability in exercise

U.S. Air Force Airmen assemble a decontamination chamber during an exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 3, 2015. Exercise Vigilant Ace 16 prompted the scenario of a suspicious package at the post office, setting off the response of emergency agencies on base. Individuals at the scene were cleansed of any potential chemical remains.
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Marines Use Improved Ribbon Bridge, Test Air Capabilities During Exercise Blue Chromite

Marines move a component of a 15-bay Improved Ribbon Bridge as a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter inserts bridge components into the water in the Central Training Area, Okinawa, Japan, during Blue Chromite 2016, Nov. 2, 2015. This was the first time that Improved Ribbon Bridges, flat modular-floating platforms that bridge wet gaps, were inserted by air on Okinawa. Blue Chromite is a large-scale amphibious exercise that draws primarily from III Marine Expeditionary Force’s training resources on Okinawa. The location of the training allows participating units to maintain a forward-deployed posture and eliminates the cost of traveling to train. The Marines are with 9th Engineer Support Battalion, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The Super Stallion is with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 462. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Drew Tech/Released)
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Yokota participates in Tokyo disaster relief exercise

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan (Oct. 28, 2015) - Staff Sgt. Christopher Rector (left), 459th Airlift Squadron special missions aviator, delivers simulated medical supplies to personnel at Miakejima Airport at Miakejima Island. The United States military performs disaster relief exercises with the Metropolitan Government about twice a year, demonstrating readiness and supporting bilateral operations.
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Naval Vessels Push Marine Amphibious Capabilities During Blue Chromite

OKINAWA, Japan (Oct. 27, 2015) - A landing craft air cushion-class hovercraft approaches Kin Blue for a beach landing exercise during Blue Chromite 2016. Blue Chromite is a large-scale, cost effective on-island training event lead by 4th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine division, III Marine Expeditionary Force.
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PMO hosts local law enforcement

Police officers and officials with the Okinawa Prefectural Police observe a military working dog demonstration during a tour of the Provost Marshal's Office Oct. 23 aboard Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan. The visit was part of an effort by PMO and OPP to learn about one another's operations and build upon an already fruitful partnership between the two organizations, according to Sgt. Hiroki Ashitomi, an officer with the 2nd Criminal Investigation Section, OPP.
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Premier Marine Corps amphibious, aerial exercise underway in Okinawa

Flares from a C-130 Hercules transportation aircraft illuminate the landing zone for an incoming CH-53 Super Stallion helicopter during a fire support coordination exercise that kicked off Blue Chromite 2016, at Okinawa, Japan, today. Blue Chromite is large-scale air-ground training exercise that builds upon the Marine Corps’ sea-borne, rapid-reaction capabilities while maintaining the Corps’ strategic presence in the Pacific. The principle units involved in the ongoing exercise are 3rd Marine Division, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing and 3rd Marine Logistics Group, all subordinate commands of III Marine Expeditionary Force.
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Marines, Japanese soldiers bridge gaps while training

MARINE CORPS AIR STATION IWAKUNI, Japan (Oct. 2, 2015) - Marines and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) soldiers take a stance after a simulated riot control situation during Exercise Guard and Protect. Marines and JGSDF soldiers were challenged with real world situations such as riot control, armed intruder response and vehicle searches to prepare in case the air station has to take a defense posture.
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U.S. participates in 28th iteration of JMSDF Fleet Review

A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey flies over the Japan Maritime Self Defense Force warships, near Tokyo Bay, during the 28th iteration of the JMSDF Fleet Review, Oct. 18, 2015. Approximately 28 aircraft from the JMSDF, U.S. Navy, and U.S. Marine Corps flew above the warship. The fleet review allowed the JMSDF to assess its readiness and demonstrated the Japanese and the U.S. commitment to enduring prosperity and security in the Asia-Pacific region.
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Generals' aerial exchange demonstrates alliance, friendship

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. John L. Dolan, U.S. Forces Japan commander, and Japan Air Self-Defense Force Lt. Gen. Yoshiyuki Sugiyama, Air Defense Command commander (center), pose for a photo alongside base leadership at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 14, 2015. This followed the conclusion of a bilateral exchange flight by both generals which served as a testament to the strong alliance between U.S. and Japan.
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Elementary school hosts Marines at Ribbon cutting Ceremony during PHIBLEX 2015

U.S. and Philippine service members salute at the ribbon cutting ceremony Oct. 8, during Amphibious Landing Exercise 2015. PHIBLEX is an annual, bilateral training exercise conducted by members of the Armed Forces of the Philippines alongside U.S. Marine and Navy Forces. It focuses on strengthening the partnership and relationships between the two nations across a range of military operations, including disaster relief and complex expeditionary operations. The ribbon cutting ceremony signified the end of the Humanitarian Civic Assistance projects at the Concepcion and Binduyan Elementary schools.
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USS Ronald Reagan Arrives in Japan, Supports Security and Stability in the Indo-Asia-Pacific Region

TOKYO BAY, Japan (Oct. 1, 2015) - The aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) transits Tokyo Bay en route to Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Japan. Ronald Reagan and its embarked air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5, provide a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interests of its allies and partners in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region.
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Taking it to the dirt: 35 CES establish CATM groundwork

U.S. Air Force Airman Jeffrey Waldron, 35th Civil Engineer Squadron pavement and construction equipment apprentice, removes tree branches with a front-end loader at Draughon Range, Japan, Sept. 29, 2015. Construction on the new Combat Arms Training and Maintenance facility began Aug. 20 and is slated to be complete near the end of 2016. (U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jordyn Fetter/Released)
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Stepping stones: An Airman’s path to K-9 career

In this photo, U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Alyssa Stamps, 35th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, plays with her dog, Elvis, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 23, 2015. To become an MWD handler, Stamps was required to work as an entry-level security forces Airman for at least two years and meet with her previous duty station’s kennel master for approval before applying for the position.
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