Yokota recognizes newest chief master sergeants Published March 15, 2023 By Airman 1st Class Natalie Doan 374th Airlift Wing Public Affairs YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan -- Yokota Air Base celebrated the promotions of four Airmen and two Japan Air Self-Defense Force warrant officers at the 2023 Chief Recognition Ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, March 10, 2023. The six members were selected for promotion to chief master sergeant, which is the highest enlisted rank in the U.S. Air Force and JASDF.