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U.S. Air Force photo by Naoto Anazawa
Senior Airman Joshua Serrano Gines
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SrA Serrano Gines Airman of the Week

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Joshua Serrano Gines, fuels laboratory technician assaigned to the 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron from Caguas, Puerto Rico, was selected as the 18th Wing’s Airman of...
Tour participants pose for a group photo during a base tour of Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 8, 2019. The participants received a base mission brief and F-15 Eagle static display at Naha Air Base before traveling to Kadena for an 18th Wing mission brief and KC-135 Stratotanker static display. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Matthew B. Fredericks)
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Strengthening relationships through social media

Kadena Air Base and the Japan Air Self Defense Force collaborated on a contest using their Twitter pages to give followers a chance to win a tour of both bases. With roughly a 1 of 30 chance in winning, 10 people were selected to be part of a same-day tour of both Naha and Kadena Air Bases, May 8.
Infographic courtesy of Direct Hiring Authority
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Air Force Reserve expands hiring authority to recruit, maintain readiness

To meet the needs of America’s national security requirements, the Air Force Reserve Command is expanding the direct hiring authority to recruit Air Reserve Technician maintenance personnel when and where they are needed.
Air Force Junior ROTC cadets attend the annual Women in Aviation conference March 16, 2019, in Long Beach, Calif. The cadets completed the Air Force JROTC Flight Academy program last summer, where they had the opportunity to complete a private pilot’s certificate. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexa Culbert)
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Air Force Junior ROTC Flight Academy encourages youth to seek careers in aviation

Aviators from all over the country traveled to sunny Long Beach, California, for the 30th annual Women in Aviation International Conference March 14 – 16.
The Air Force Materiel Command will host an online, virtual hiring fair April 10, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. CST, to fill multiple non-competitive and direct-hire authority positions across the enterprise. The event will provide an opportunity for hiring officials and qualified candidates to connect directly via an interactive, online platform to fill immediate, critical vacancies as well as future positions at AFMC headquarters and center locations across the U.S. (U.S. Air Force graphic)
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AFMC to host virtual hiring event

The Air Force Materiel Command is scheduled to host an online, virtual hiring fair April 10, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. CST, to fill multiple noncompetitive and direct-hire authority positions across the enterprise.
Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson tours the STEM demonstration prior to a screening of the movie “Captain Marvel” in Washington, D.C., March 7, 2019. The demonstration was held to inspire children to serve in the Air Force or STEM-related careers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Rusty Frank)
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Air Force STEM event inspires next generation of innovators, explorers prior to ‘Captain Marvel’ screening

The Air Force hosted a STEM outreach event to lead into the screening of Disney’s “Captain Marvel” at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum March 7, in Washington, D.C.
Actor Samuel L. Jackson poses with Gen. Jeannie Leavitt after receiving a challenge coin from her during a media event for "Captain Marvel" at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., Feb. 20, 2019. Leavitt, the first Air Force female fighter pilot, was a consultant on the movie, and Jackson reprised his Nick Fury role. (DoD photo by Shannon Collins)
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Higher, further, faster: ‘Captain Marvel’ embodies the warrior ethos

Less than one percent of the American population will know what it’s like to serve in the Air Force. However, major motion pictures give the global audience a glimpse into the service’s history of breaking barriers and a taste of its fighting spirit.
An Airman builds her meal using fresh, health options on the Pure Bar at the Aragon Dining Facility on Peterson Air Force Base, Colo., Feb. 28, 2019. Pure Bars, packed with whole grains, fresh fruits and other nutritional offerings, are part of the Air Force's Go For Green program designed to provide healthy, power fueling for Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Carrie Grover)
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Perfecting human weapon system with healthy fueling

In today’s military environment, the Air Force isn’t just focused on aircraft being in top shape and powered by the right fuel to defend our nation.
U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Omari Bernard
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JASDF Cadets visit Team Kadena

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Chandler Bishop, 44th Fighter Squadron F-15C fighter pilot, wishes the Japan Air Self-Defense Force Air Officer Candidate School cadets good luck and success on their journey to becoming future JASDF officers Feb. 28, 2019, at Kadena Air Base, Japan.
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Airmen encouraged to participate in Health Related Behaviors Survey

The Defense Department asked the independent, non-profit RAND Corporation to design, field, and analyze the confidential web-based survey.
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Restaurant Gen: Try variety of Japanese dishes in Chatan

If you want to enjoy a large selection and portions of Japanese cuisine at reasonable prices, Gen restaurant is the place for you.
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10 Must-try Spicy Japanese Snacks

Unlike in South Korea or Bhutan, winter in Okinawa doesn’t take a lot of spicy hot-pot-type dishes to get through. That may be one reason why the subtropical island didn’t offer many spicy foods in the past.
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Wing King makes your taste buds soar on Okinawa

The Wing King in Chatan is popular spot for anyone craving that classic taste of American-style chicken wing. This restaurant even specializes everyone’s favorite – buffalo wing – which can be ordered in or enjoyed as takeout.
The Death Taco Rice plate at Hapi Tapi in Onna Village is a generous serving of food and plenty of hot sauce. Photos by Shoji Kudaka
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HAPI TAPI serves up spicy taco rice and cool cocktail

It was by accident that we stumbled across Café & Bar HAPI TAPI. On our way back from a snorkeling tour at Blue Cave, we were headed to a sandwich joint in Onna Village, but their parking was full. Instead, we drove a block down to a different restaurant inside thatt could have easily been just another nice beach house on this stretch of road.
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Speakin' Japanese: Restaurant Talk

Sushi, tempura, savory ‘okonomiyaki’ pancakes – there are so many yummy edibles in Japan that you shouldn’t miss during your stay. Sample some of this lingo the next time you’re at a local restaurant to experience some of these specialties.
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Marugame Udon: A good change of pace when it comes to noodles

If you are “ramened” out and looking for a different style of noodle, you should try Marugame Udon. What is “udon” anyways? You might ask. Udon is one the Japanese traditional thick wheat noodles and Japanese people LOVE it.