2026 Japanese-American Friendship Festival: Day Two

A U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to the 374th Airlift Wing poses for a photo with an attendee during the 2026 Japan-American Friendship Festival on Yokota Air Base, Japan, May 17, 2026. The festival is a long-standing tradition in the spirit of fostering a stronger bond between the U.S. base and the local community. What began a half-century ago as a small community gathering now serves a premier cross-cultural event in the region, acting as a powerful testament to the lifelong friendships and shared experiences forged between the U.S. and Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kayla Karelas)

PHOTO BY: Airman 1st Class Kayla Karelas
VIRIN: 260517-F-MU566-1546.JPG
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NIKON Z 6_2

LENS

NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S

APERTURE

56/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/250

ISO

100

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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