Paratroopers from the U.S. Army 2nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 11th Airborne Division, board a C-130J Super Hercules in preparation for a joint forcible entry exercise during Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center 24-02 at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska.

Yokota News

  • Yokota hosts Kick Off for AFAF Campaign

    The Air Force Assistance Fund hosted a campaign kickoff with games, music and dozens of burgers and hot dogs for everyone who attended. The campaign gave a chance for attendees to donate to four charities which are dedicated to providing emergency financial assistance, supporting widows and widowers

  • CMSgt Recognition Ceremony

    The Newest generation of Chief Master Sergeants were celebrated at the CMSgt Recognition Ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, April 23, 2026. Earning the rank of CMSgt is only achieved by 1% of the U.S. Air Force, this event highlights the hard work and dedication of those who earned it.

  • Yokota concludes SAAPM with 5K color run

    Yokota Air Base concludes Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention month with a 5k color run on April 30,2026. Events like these allow community members to come together and foster a safer community and provide support for survivors.

  • COMPACAF visits Yokota Air Base

    U.S. Air Force Gen. Kevin Schneider, Pacific Air Forces commander, toured installation facilities at Yokota Air Base, Japan, April 27, 2026. The visit provided Schneider a closer look at the Wing’s mission readiness and the opportunity to engage with the Airmen executing the mission.

  • Yokota celebrates MOMC

    Students and families gathered to celebrate Month of the Military Child during Flightline Day at Yokota Air Base, Japan, April 23, 2026. The event was held in recognition of Month of the Military Child, highlighting the resilience and contributions of military-connected youth.

  • 5 AF CC participates in Yokota immersion tour

    U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Joel Carey, 5th Air Force commander, participated in an immersion tour of facilities and operations around Yokota Air Base, Japan, April 16, 2026. The tour gave Carey the opportunity to gain valuable insight into the day-to-day operations and mission readiness of key units

  • 374 AW delivers essential supplies after Typhoon Sinlaku

    Airmen from the 374th Airlift Wing, 36th Airlift Squadron and the 36th Airlift Wing delivered relief supplies in support of the Northern Mariana Islands Territory. The 36 AS delivered food, water, equipment and supplies to Saipan residents in the Northern Mariana Islands Territory. Government and

  • 374 SFS, JGSDF enhance readiness during bilateral exercise

    Defenders assigned to the 374th Security Forces Squadron integrated with Japan Ground Self-Defense Force members assigned to the 1st Division during a bilateral Guard and Protect exercise at Yokota Air Base, Japan, march 17, 2026. Bilateral exercises like this further reinforces the U.S.-Japan

  • April Samurai Challenge: Level Up Relay

    Members from the Yokota community participated in the April Samurai Challenge at Yokota Air Base, Japan, April 17, 2026. The challenge is a 12-month series of physical fitness events designed to test strength, enhance unit camaraderie and serve as a proving ground for warrior ethos across the

  • Dr. Hiroya Sugano visits Yokota Air Base

    Distinguished visitor, Dr. Hiroya Sugano, visited Yokota Air Base to speak with service members and tour the installation on, Japan, April. 9, 2026. Dr. Sugano has hosted an event where he and a group of U.S. service members hike to the top of Mt. Shizuhata where he pays respect to U.S. service