Yokota honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Dirty Jobs - Yokota's Dirt Boys

This is the second article in a series focusing on and recognizing the 'Dirty Jobs' done by Airmen of the 374th Civil Engineer Squadron.From keeping the flightline mission ready to maintaining the roads and sidewalks, the behind scenes work done by a small group of Airmen known as the 'Dirt Boys'

Yokota's mission thrives through materiel management

When people need spare parts for their vehicle they can go to a mechanic or an auto shop for the parts, but what happens when an aircraft needs a part to continue working?The 374th Logistics Readiness Squadron materiel management flight ensures the necessary supplies and equipment are available for

Starting the year off right

Lt. Gen. John L. Dolan, U.S. Forces, Japan and 5th Air Force commander, kicked off the New Year by holding two commander calls at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 7, 2016.Dolan used the opportunity to welcome back everyone after the holidays and review the accomplishments that took place last year."I

Embracing winter with Outdoor Recreation

In the middle of winter in Japan, Yokota Airmen might be tempted to bundle up and stay indoors. With a little help from 374th Force Support Squadron Outdoor Recreation, there are plenty of opportunities for Airmen and their families to find a world of winter activities to channel energy into.

Operation Christmas Drop 2015: View from the islands, drops from the heart

Strong winds blew and raindrops beat down on the tin roofs until the storm blew past to reveal a flaming sunset which gave way to a magnificent nightscape in which millions of stars illuminated the sky as far as my eyes could see. As I stood on this small tropical island in Micronesia, the clouds

Ensuring our nation's ships are Semper Paratus

Yokota Air Base hosts many tenant units with members from across all branches of the U.S. military. Each of the services brings unique capabilities to Pacific Command's mission of promoting positive international relationships and global security. In the Indo-Asia Pacific Region, the U.S. Coast

Yokota Travel Series: Snow Monkey Park

Do you enjoy being around wildlife and nature? If so, there is a park that is home to Japanese Macaques, also known as snow monkeys, located within the Jigokudani Yaen-koen facility. The facility is located in the Valley of Yokoyu River which takes its water from Shiga-Kogen of the Jyoshinetsu-Kogen

Escape by Horseback

For Airmen who enjoy escaping the world on horseback, there's a little piece of familiarity in the middle of Tokyo. At Tama Stables there are 19 well-groomed and polished horses and ponies ready to carry riders away from the stress of the day. "It's good for the soul," said Capt. Keri Morris, 36th

Dirty Jobs - Yokota's pest control

This is the first article in a series focusing on and recognizing the 'Dirty Jobs' done by Airmen of the 374th Civil Engineer Squadron.The role of entomology Airmen is far reaching. From performing disease vector surveillance to providing base wide pest control services for insects and wildlife,