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Photo Of U.S. military service and family members participate in a parade during American Day 2025 at Misawa, Japan, Jun 15, 2025.

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Team Misawa celebrates American Day 2025

Over 65k attendees gathered outside the Misawa Air Base main gate on June 15, 2025, to celebrate the 36th annual American Day, an event that continues to highlight the enduring relationship between the base and local Japanese community.

Photo Of U.S. Air Force Col. Paul Davidson, 35th Fighter Wing commander, passes the group guidon to U.S. Air Force Col. John Conner, incoming 35th Mission Support Group (MSG) commander, as part of a change of command ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan.

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Misawa 35th MSG Change of Command: Welcoming Col. John Conner

U.S. Air Force Col. Paul Davidson, 35th Fighter Wing commander, passes the group guidon to U.S. Air Force Col. John Conner, incoming 35th Mission Support Group (MSG) commander, as part of a change of command ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan.

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Soldiers challenge elementary students in Japan to try Army PT during ‘Purple Up’ event

More than 300 students at Arnn Elementary School got to run, jump and crawl like a Soldier during the school’s “Purple Up” Physical Test Day, held recently in celebration of the Month of the Military Child.

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Japan Drugstore Guide: Insect Repellent in Japan

Best Japanese insect repellents recommended by pharmacists in Japan.

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Get ready to explore! Camp Zama Vacation Bible School– Mark your calendars! 

Camp Zama’s annual Vacation Bible School (VBS) is returning August 4-8, 2025, promising a week of fun, faith, and fellowship for children entering preschool through 5th grade.

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Japan Tip of the Day: Recycling PET bottles at grocery stores

Since my move to Japan, I have found many things to love, but also a few things that stress me out. One of those is off-base recycling.

Photo Of U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Ian McGee, 374th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, and MWD Edy, sit on stage during Edy’s retirement ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan.

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Yokota’s MWD Edy retires after nearly five years of service

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Ian McGee, 374th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, and MWD Edy, sit on stage during Edy’s retirement ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, June 5, 2025.

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Yokota AAFES prepares to help military community in case of typhoons or natural disasters

Typhoon season runs throughout 2025, and the Army & Air Force Exchange Service is helping to prepare military families to weather the storm.

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Misawa AAFES prepares to help military community in case of typhoons or natural disasters

Typhoon season runs throughout 2025, and the Army & Air Force Exchange Service is helping to prepare military families to weather the storm.

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Umbrellas up as mainland Japan enters muggy, wet tsuyu rain season

Are you ready to fend off 40 days of crying skies with an umbrella and raincoat? Ready or not, the rain season in Japan has already started.

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Misawa shoppers can win big in the Exchange’s Army Birthday sweepstakes

From June 13 through July 13, eligible Misawa Exchange shoppers can celebrate the Army’s 250th birthday by entering the Army Birthday Sweepstakes.

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MILITARY STAR celebrates 250th Army Birthday with exclusive one-day savings 

The Army is marking its 250th birthday and MILITARY STAR® is helping Misawa shoppers celebrate with special one-day offers on fuel, food and more.

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Misawa shoppers can enter for a chance to win nearly $70,000 in prizes in Exchange Monster Energy Kawasaki sweepstakes

Misawa shoppers can enter for a chance to win one of the biggest grand prizes of the year in the Monster Energy Kawasaki Sweepstakes.

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Misawa Exchange helps make PCS moving season quick and simple with online resources

As military members and families prepare to receive their Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service is making sure they have everything they need for a smooth move.

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