Yokota celebrates AF birthday

Who lets the dogs out?

More than 30 dogs and their owners visited the Sakana Pool for the Dog Days of Summer event held at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Sept. 26, 2015. The event provided an opportunity for Yokota members to swim alongside their dogs before the pool closed for the summer. 

Propulsion flight: Aircraft insurance

Whether it is diagnosing engine problems or removing defective components to install serviceable machinery, one flight at Yokota Air Base ensures that the aircraft are ready to fly at a moment's notice.The 374th Maintenance Squadron propulsion flight provides engines and propellers to the C-130

Clean Sweep

Airmen perform a foreign object debris walk Sept. 21, 2015, at Yokota Air Base, Japan. FOD is any object potentially harmful to an aircraft, ranging from bolts, screws and other metal pieces, to rocks, paper and plastic. FOD can cost the Air Force millions of dollars in avoidable aircraft damage.

Tens of thousands visit Yokota during annual festival

This year's annual Japanese-American Friendship festival gave 185,000 visitors an opportunity to visit Yokota Sept. 19-20.The festival was an opportunity for visitors to experience American fun and culture, while strengthening the bonds between Yokota and the local communities."This is truly an

Joint jump demo showcases Yokota airdrop

Yokota Airmen support Misawa Air Festival

Airmen provide flood relief to Kanuma

Tropical Storm Etau hit eastern Japan with a large amount of rain, 26 inches total between Sept. 6-11, causing floods and landslides. More than 12,000 homes were flooded throughout the Greater Tokyo region and 350 landslides struck Tochigi prefecture alone.In response, the 374th Civil Engineer

Airman Coach: Protect & Serve

He shows up 30 minutes before the start of practice to setup equipment and prepare for his players arrival. A goal post, bench, a couple of cones, and six well-worn soccer balls populate the field. Practice is ready to begin.He is Airman 1st Class Tomasz Barba, and he is a youth soccer coach at

On the tracks to discovery

Japan is a country admired for its beauty and culture. From the scenic mountains, to the coastal beaches, to the neon lights of the metropolises, many find that Japan has a lot to offer. Conveniently, from Yokota all it takes is a 15 minute walk to access Tokyo's well-oiled network of train lines.