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

  • Airmen Compete in May Samurai Challenge: The Murph

    U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 374th Airlift Wing participated in the Samurai Challenge Murph competition at Yokota Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2026. The competition tested participants through a series of physical challenges including pull-ups, push-ups, running and squats.

  • Yokota welcomes local municipalities for installation tour

    U.S. Air Force Col. Richard McElhaney, 374th Airlift Wing commander, poses for a photo with local council members outside the distinguished visitor lounge during a community relations tour at Yokota Air Base, Japan, April 30, 2026. The tour concluded a full day of mission briefings, static displays

  • 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

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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

  • Yokota hosts annual Sakura Spring Festival

    Yokota Air Base, Japan hosted the annual Sakura Festival, celebrating community and the Sakura bloom on April 4, 2026. This event offers a chance for Japanese locals to experience American music, food and culture.

  • JASDF OSW host annual Friendship Hanami

    The Japan Air Self-Defense Force Operations Support Wing hosted the annual Friendship Hanami at Yokota Air Base, Japan, March 28, 2026. Events like these reinforce bilateral ties and demonstrate the enduring strength of the U.S.-Japan alliance through continued cultural engagement and partnership.