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

  • 374th IG prepares inspectors for large scale readiness exercise

    Leaders from the 374th Inspector General office conducted a final readiness session and briefing for its Wing Inspection Team (WIT) members helping to inspect all functions and units during an annual large-scale mission readiness exercise at Yokota Air Base on Oct. 5.

  • MWD Riko retires after 5 years of service

    Riko, a seven-year-old German Shepard, officially retired from his role as a military working dog Oct. 11 at Yokota Air Base, Japan, after serving in the U.S. Air Force for five years.

  • Japan-American AF Goodwill Association visits Yokota

    Fifth Air Force hosted a tour for 37 Japan-American Air Force Goodwill Association members at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 3, which provided the opportunity to engage with base personnel and to further strengthen the friendship between the Japanese public and U.S. forces.

  • AAFES top enlisted visits Yokota

    The Army & Air Force Exchange Service senior enlisted advisor visited Yokota Air Base, Japan, to ensure Yokota Airmen and their families have what they need to stay ready and resilient.

  • Yokota kicks off Fire Prevention Week

    Airmen from the 374th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department kicked off Fire Prevention Week with a proclamation ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 5.

  • Chief of Space Operations spouse visits Yokota

    Jennifer Saltzman, spouse of U.S. Space Force Chief of Space Operations Gen. Chance Saltzman, toured community support centers and met with staff members at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Sept. 25, 2023.

  • USAF and JGSDF conduct quarterly field training

    The 374th Security Forces Squadron and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force 34th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, conducted a joint field training at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Aug. 30 and 31, to maintain the readiness of both forces and improve joint interoperability.

  • Operation North Pacific Guard

    YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan -- Members of the USCG traveled to Japan for Operation North Pacific Guard, an annual high seas law enforcement operation designed to detect and deter illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing activities on the high seas of the Pacific.