Phase docks go paperless, improve process

Throughout the United States Air Force, Airmen continuously look for ways to improve daily processes to increase productivity.One unit at Yokota Air Base has recently showcased their ability to be innovative Airmen. The 374th Maintenance Squadron phase dock flight has improved their isochronal

Stepping up to serve

The cobblestone entryway of Shisei Gakusha orphanage in Tachikawa leads to a field of grass, big enough for a casual game of soccer, surrounded by dorms and classrooms. One bright day, around 40 Yokota personnel showed up with a van load of burgers, drinks and oranges. They brought out tables, set

LRS delivers fuel, keeps aircraft flying

Yokota dorms continue to see improvement

Recent dormitory renovations projects here ensure Airmen are well cared for and that their quality of life remains a top priority.Over $1.7 million has been spent of improvements to the dorms since early 2015. Many dorm optimizations have been completed this month."We are always looking to make the

Yokota travel series: Japan’s ice and wind cave

Head in the opposite direction of Tokyo, toward the base of Mt. Fuji, and one can experience a stark contrast in the environment. The roads turn into flora and the dense congestion of people is replaced with fauna. The wilderness takes over. It's within this wilderness that sightseers can find

Geared for defense

Yokota spreads SAPR message by sharing music

The Summer Series Concerts played its final show at the Sakura Shell Sept. 26 at Yokota Air Base, increasing the awareness of sexual assaults in the military and promoting an assault-free standard in military communities.The event was hosted by the sexual assault response coordinator team, who used

Revering the past: exploring Meiji Shrine

Airmen living overseas are sitting on top of incredible opportunities that many of their friends and family will never have. That is, to explore the sights and culture of a foreign nation. The Meiji Shrine is one such jewel; beautiful and historical, the shrine is a destination for many Yokota

Warriors control court, defeat Hedges 97-71

From the time the ball was thrown into the air to the sound of the final buzzer, the Yokota Warriors dominated the basketball game against the Saitama Hedges, a Japanese team from the Saitama Prefecture, at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Sept. 26, 2015. The Warriors won the game 97-71.Even though Hedges

The drive to survive

"Some of you guys are gonna see some gigantic insects today," said the tall, sandy-blonde instructor with a laugh. "Gigantic insects. It's like Indiana Jones stuff." In front of him sat a class of eight aircrew members. The instructor had a laid-back demeanor, but some of the stories he told as the