JAPAN
Naval Aircrewman (Mechanical) 2nd Class Wyatt Rivet, a native of Mandeville, LA, Culinary Specialist 2nd Class Mya Howard, a native of Hinesville, GA, and Yeoman Seaman Apprentice Jalil Moorer, a native of Birmingham, AL, lead a song and dance at Hachiken Elementary School during the 76th annual Sapporo Snow Festival.

(Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Matthew Fischer/U.S. Navy photo)

SAPPORO, Japan - Naval Aircrewman (Mechanical) 2nd Class Wyatt Rivet (right), a native of Mandeville, LA, Culinary Specialist 2nd Class Mya Howard (center), a native of Hinesville, GA, and Yeoman Seaman Apprentice Jalil Moorer, a native of Birmingham, AL, lead a song and dance at Hachiken Elementary School during the 76th annual Sapporo Snow Festival. Approximately two million visitors from around the globe visit the festival each year to see hundreds of snow and ice sculptures. This is the 41st year the U.S. Navy has participated in the festival, allowing Sailors a unique opportunity to experience Japanese culture and tradition while strengthening the close friendship between the U.S. Navy and citizens of Japan.

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