The 18th Communication Squadron conducted a no-notice communication outage exercise for the 18th Wing as directed by Brig. Gen. Nicholas Evans, Nov. 14, 2024.
SPC Angel Mendiola participates in a discussion during the Air Force’s Airman Leadership Course in Okinawa, where he’s gaining new insights on leadership alongside his Air Force peers.
U.S. Marine Corps Anthany Castillo, a food service specialist with Marine Corps Installations Pacific, cooks steak during the 249th Marine Corps Birthday meal at Mess Hall 488, Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 8, 2024.
As I sit down with Elizabeth Gomez, the owner, manager, and artist behind Tanoshige Artworks, the tranquil atmosphere of her studio reflects the serenity of her work. Sunlight filters through the windows, casting a soft glow over vibrant watercolor paintings, each a tribute to Okinawa’s beauty and spirit.
The 18th Contracting Squadron hosted an event bringing local vendors on base to strengthen relationships and increase access to mission-supporting resources, Nov. 5, 2024.
Born and raised in the “furniture” capital of the world, Mariel “Mars” Puga joins the USO Okinawa team from North Carolina.
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Patrick Walsh, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron station chief, left, and Senior Airman Edward Abisada, 18th CES driver operator, engage in the annual spill response exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 29, 2024.
U.S. Air Force Maj. James Gregory, 77th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron weapons officer, performs pre-flight checks on a U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon, assigned to the 77th EFS, Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 9, 2024.
U.S. Air Force Col. John Schutte visited Kadena Air Base for an on-the-ground and aerial tour of the base to better learn of Kadena’s combat capabilities, operational readiness and its mission in keeping a free and open Indo-Pacific.
Waqas Butt, the dynamic entrepreneur behind Fiza Carpet Co Ltd and Island Teak Co, has made a significant impact in Okinawa with his unique business ventures.
Linda is the Center Operations Coordinator for USO Camp Foster and takes great pride in being part of the USO mission.
Mr. Kazufumi Matayoshi consistently demonstrates professionalism, selfless service, and commitment to the Logistics Readiness Center-Okinawa and the Okinawan community.
U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Grover Barham III stands at attention during his Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal ceremony on Camp Schwab, Okinawa, Japan, Sept. 23, 2024.
U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Cody McGuire, 18th Communications Squadrons enterprise technician, uses a fly away kit to set up phone lines during an agile combat employment exercise, Shogun Shield, at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 18, 2024.
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