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U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Bradley Robinson, 18th Security Forces commander, left, and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Col. Masahiro Oda , 51st Infantry Regiment commander, center, pose for a photo during a base tour at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 25, 2025. The 18th SFS hosted the JGSDF for a tour and tabletop exercise to enhance interoperability and partnership. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman James Johnson)
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U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Bradley Robinson, 18th Security Forces commander, greets Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Col. Masahiro Oda, 51st Infantry Regiment commander, left, at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 25, 2025. Engagements between U.S. and Japanese forces enhance interoperability and foster a cohesive response to potential threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman James Johnson)
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Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Col. Masahiro Oda, 51st Infantry Regiment commander, rides with U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Bradley Robinson, 18th Security Forces commander, during a base tour at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 25, 2025. The tour followed a tabletop exercise aimed at improving interoperability and joint defense coordination. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman James Johnson)
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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Aldrid Bautista, 18th Security Forces Squadron counter-small unmanned aircraft systems program manager, showcases a surveillance system to members of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 25, 2025. Combining training, communication and shared experiences reinforces a shared commitment to working together in defense of Okinawa and maintaining stability across the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman James Johnson)
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Members of the 18th Security Forces Squadron and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force discuss defense coordination during a tabletop exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 25, 2025. The training focused on joint responses to defending Okinawa and other key bases in a contested environment.(U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman James Johnson)
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KLI interns experience Kadena

Riku Arakaki and Meg Kamiunten, members of the Kadena Language Institute, work together to help a customer at the Airman and Family Readiness Center at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 2, 2022. During their internship, Arakaki and Kamiunten assisted with culture classes that took place at the AFRC, assisted customers and helped out with the AFRC’s Loan Locker program. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cesar J. Navarro)
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KLI interns experience Kadena

Ryusei Gisushi, a member of the Kadena Language Institute, smiles as he takes a phone call in the Schilling Community Center at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 2, 2022. During his internship, Gisushi rented equipment to customers, informed customers about available programs and helped with the basic maintenance and upkeep of the Schilling Community Center. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cesar J. Navarro)
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KLI interns experience Kadena

Miyu Kiyuna, a Kadena Language Institute student, shreds paper in the Youth Center at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 2, 2022. During her internship, Kiyuna played with children in the recreation room, helped customers at the front desk and assisted with upkeep and organization around the building. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cesar J. Navarro)
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KLI interns experience Kadena

Taisei Oroku, Kadena Language Institute student, poses in front of merchandise in the Outdoor Recreation building at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 1, 2022. Oroku spent his internship renting recreational equipment to customers, providing information about the shop to customers over the phone or at the front desk, and assisting with programs that take place at Outdoor Recreation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cesar J. Navarro)
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KLI interns experience Kadena

Hiromu Uehara, a Kadena Language Institute student, organizes spools of yarn during his internship in the Arts and Crafts Center at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 1, 2022. While at the Arts and Crafts Center, Uehara helped customers at the front desk, assisted during craft classes, and organized inventory in the shop. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cesar J. Navarro)
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KLI interns experience Kadena

Riku Kato, a Kadena Language Institute student, plays ping pong with two teenagers at the Teen Center on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 1, 2022. During his internship at the Teen Center, Kato encouraged participation in games and activities by playing with the teenagers during his time there. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cesar J. Navarro)
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Team Kadena fuels the fight

Senior Airman Robert Baker, 909th Aircraft Maintenance Unit crew chief, performs pre-flight checks on a KC-135 Stratotanker at Kadena Air Base, Japan, June 30, 2022. Crew chiefs ensure aircraft are operational so aircrews can complete a variety of missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Yosselin Perla)
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Team Kadena fuels the fight

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Robert Baker, 909th Aircraft Maintenance Unit crew chief, monitors a power cart while engines start up on a KC-135 Stratotanker at Kadena Air Base, Japan, June 30, 2022. Kadena conducts operations in support of the defense of Japan, as well as U.S. efforts to preserve a free-and-open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Yosselin Perla)
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Team Kadena fuels the fight

Airmen assigned to the 909th Aircraft Maintenance Unit and 909th Air Refueling Squadron complete pre-flight checks on a KC-135 Stratotanker at Kadena Air Base, Japan, June 30, 2022. The 909th ARS is the Pacific Air Force's lead force for air refueling U.S. and allied aircraft during all contingencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Yosselin Perla)
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Team Kadena fuels the fight

U.S. Air Force Capt. Scott Dvorak, 909th Air Refueling Squadron pilot, runs through a pre-flight checklist prior to take-off at Kadena Air Base, Japan, June 30, 2022. Aircrews routinely fly missions aimed at sharpening the necessary skills needed to respond to emerging situations at a moment’s notice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Yosselin Perla)
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Team Kadena fuels the fight

Airman 1st Class Deull Arnold, 909th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, stands in the cockpit of a KC-135 Stratotanker prior to take off at Kadena Air Base, Japan, June 30, 2022. The 909th ARS is the Pacific Air Force's lead force for air refueling U.S. and allied aircraft during all contingencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Yosselin Perla)
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Team Kadena fuels the fight

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Deull Arnold, 909th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, prepares for in-flight refueling operations over the Indo-Pacific theater, June 30, 2022. Team Kadena is committed to providing world class support to enable a range of U.S. operations and exercises to strengthen regional alliances and partnerships, as well as U.S. forces’ readiness to respond when called upon. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Yosselin Perla)
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Team Kadena fuels the fight

A U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 242, flies alongside a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker, assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, Kadena Air Base, Japan, over the Indo-Pacific theater, June 30, 2022. These missions are opportunities for Pacific Air Forces to perform routine integration with joint and allied forces and assure regional allies and partners of the continued U.S. commitment to the defense of our Allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Yosselin Perla)
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Team Kadena fuels the fight

A U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 242, receives fuel from a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker, assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, Kadena Air Base, Japan, over the Indo-Pacific theater, June 30, 2022. Aerial refueling capabilities extend airborne training time and combat radius, ensuring U.S. and allied nation aircraft are postured to maintain regional peace and stability within the Indo-Pacific area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Yosselin Perla)
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Team Kadena fuels the fight

U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning IIs with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 242, fly alongside a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker, assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, Kadena Air Base, Japan, over the Indo-Pacific theater, June 30, 2022. These missions are opportunities for Pacific Air Forces to perform routine integration with joint and allied forces and assure regional allies and partners of the continued U.S. commitment to the defense of our Allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Yosselin Perla)
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