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USAF, JASDF come together for annual mochi pounding ceremony

Leaders from the U.S. Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) pose for a photo during an annual mochi pounding ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 14, 2023. The JASDF Operations Support Wing hosted the event and invited members of the 374th Airlift Wing and Fifth Air Force to usher in the new year through the Japanese tradition of mochi pounding. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Natalie Doan)
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USAF, JASDF come together for annual mochi pounding ceremony

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Robinson Matammu, left, Fifth Air Force chief of air defense liaison, molds rice dough into round mochi alongside members of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 14, 2023. Mochi has been eaten in Japan around the start of the New Year since at least the Heian period, which took place between 794 and 1185. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Natalie Doan)
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USAF, JASDF come together for annual mochi pounding ceremony

Members of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force transfer mochi onto a tray during an annual mochi pounding ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 14, 2023. The tray is coated with “mochiko,” a sweet rice flour, to make the sticky mochi easier to handle. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Natalie Doan)
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USAF, JASDF come together for annual mochi pounding ceremony

A volunteer wearing a happi uses a mallet to pound mochi during an annual mochi pounding ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 14, 2023. A happi is a short, lightweight Japanese coat worn over regular clothes to protect them from getting dirty. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Natalie Doan)
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USAF, JASDF come together for annual mochi pounding ceremony

A volunteer uses a mallet to pound mochi during an annual mochi pounding ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 14, 2023. Mochi sounds similar to the Japanese word “to hold” or “to have,” so it is eaten in the hope of gaining good fortune throughout the new year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Natalie Doan)
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USAF, JASDF come together for annual mochi pounding ceremony

U.S. Air Force Col. Andrew Roddan, 374th Airlift Wing commander, delivers opening remarks during an annual mochi pounding ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 14, 2023. During his remarks, Roddan expressed gratitude to Japan Air Self-Defense Force Col. Hiroyuki Ishii, Operations Support Wing commander, for inviting members of Team Yokota to the ceremony and reaffirmed his belief that the U.S. and Japan would continue to work closely together to strengthen their relationship. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Natalie Doan)
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USAF, JASDF come together for annual mochi pounding ceremony

Japan Air Self-Defense Force Col. Hiroyuki Ishii, Operations Support Wing commander, delivers opening remarks during an annual mochi pounding ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 14, 2023. During his remarks, Ishii expressed hope that the ceremony would deepen the relationship between the U.S. and Japan, helping the two countries overcome hardships together. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Natalie Doan)
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374th MXG celebrates the season of giving with annual toy drive

Airmen from the 374th Maintenance Group (MXG) and Mizuho Town Office members pose for a photo during a toy drive at the Mizuho Town Office in Mizuho, Japan, Dec. 14, 2023. Every year, members of the 374th MXG organize the toy drive and gather donations for the children of Mizuho, to spread holiday cheer. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Samantha White)
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374th MXG celebrates the season of giving with annual toy drive

Hiroyuki Sugiura, Mizuho town mayor, thanks members of the 374th Maintenance Group (MXG) for their efforts during an annual toy drive at the Mizuho Town office in Mizuho, Japan, Dec. 14, 2023. The 374th MXG’s donations to Mizuho town show their appreciation for friendship and strengthen community ties. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Samantha White)
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374th MXG celebrates the season of giving with annual toy drive

Col. Michael Campos, 374th Maintenance Group (MXG) commander, speaks during an annual toy drive at the Mizuho Town office in Mizuho, Japan, Dec. 14, 2023. Every year, the 374th MXG collects items and donates them to the town of Mizuho as part of their ongoing partnership. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Samantha White)
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374th MXG celebrates the season of giving with annual toy drive

Members of the 374th Maintenance Group (MXG) gather to hear remarks from Hiroyuki Sugiura, Mizuho town mayor, during the annual toy drive at the Mizuho Town Office in Mizuho, Japan, Dec. 14, 2023. Items donated for the toy drive included toys, books, cookware, and art supplies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Samantha White)
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374th MXG celebrates the season of giving with annual toy drive

Col. Michael Campos, 374th Maintenance Group (MXG) commander, accepts a gift from Mizuho Town’s official character, Mizuhomaru, during the annual toy drive at the Mizuho Town office in Mizuho, Japan, Dec. 14, 2023. Mizuhomaru presented gifts to the 374th MXG members to thank them for their help in this year’s toy drive. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Samantha White)
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374th MXG celebrates the season of giving with annual toy drive

Tech. Sgt. Da’Quan Jackson, 374th Maintenance Group (MXG) quality assurance inspector, sorts out donations at the Mizuho Town office in Mizuho, Japan, Dec. 14, 2023. All donations for the Mizuho Children Toy Drive were received from squadrons within the 374th MXG. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Samantha White)
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374th MXG celebrates the season of giving with annual toy drive

Airmen from the 374th Maintenance Group (MXG) organize toys for an annual toy drive at the Mizuho Town office in Mizuho, Japan, Dec. 14, 2023. Every year, different 374th MXG members volunteer to organize the toy drive. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Samantha White)
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PACAF Band rings in the holidays with Sounds of the Season concert

The United States Air Force Band of the Pacific - Asia plays an encore during the Sounds of the Season concert at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 4, 2023. The concert featured holiday music from Los Angeles, California, New Orleans, Louisiana, Nashville, Tennessee and Hawaii. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Taylor Slater)
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PACAF Band rings in the holidays with Sounds of the Season concert

The United States Air Force Band of the Pacific - Asia band plays during the Sounds of the Season concert at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 4, 2023. The concert was a three-night event featuring holiday music from three vocalists backed by instruments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Taylor Slater)
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PACAF Band rings in the holidays with Sounds of the Season concert

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Joseph Whitt, United States Air Force Band of the Pacific - Asia regional band bass player, plays bass during the Sounds of the Season concert at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 4, 2023. The concert is an annual, free concert focusing on the holidays and togetherness. This was the first year the Pacific Air Force Jazz Band Pacific Showcase, was combined with the brass quintet Pacific Brass. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Taylor Slater)
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PACAF Band rings in the holidays with Sounds of the Season concert

Santa Claus gives out candy to children in the audience during the Sounds of the Season concert at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 4, 2023. The concert told the story of one boy’s journey with Santa Claus to deliver presents around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Taylor Slater)
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PACAF Band rings in the holidays with Sounds of the Season concert

Senior Airman Colby Parker, United States Air Force Band of the Pacific - Asia Japan regional band tuba player, right, performs at the Sounds of the Season concert at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 4, 2023. The Sounds of the Season concert was a three-night event featuring holiday music in various styles such as latin, funk and jazz. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Taylor Slater)
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PACAF Band rings in the holidays with Sounds of the Season concert

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Ian O’Beirne, United States Air Force Band of the Pacific - Asia Japan command support section chief, plays the saxophone during the Sounds of the Season concert at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 4, 2023. The concert was a three-night event featuring holiday music from all over the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Taylor Slater)
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