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USFJ hosts first Northeast Asia International and Operational Law Conference in Japan

USFJ hosts first Northeast Asia International and Operational Law Conference in Japan

Marines refine long-range fires at Camp Fuji

Marines refine long-range fires at Camp Fuji

USFJ hosts bilateral law enforcement symposium

USFJ hosts bilateral law enforcement symposium

Constant readiness: USFJ hones typhoon response

Constant readiness: USFJ hones typhoon response

Freedom Shield 26: USFK performs simulated NEO at Yokota

Freedom Shield 26: USFK performs simulated NEO at Yokota

USFJ, 5 AF separate leadership roles during change of command ceremony

USFJ, 5 AF separate leadership roles during change of command ceremony

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RT @YokotaAirBase: 🇺🇸 Celebrate America! 🇺🇸 From Yokota Air Base, Japan, as we honor 250 years of freedom, service and the enduring spirit…

U.S. Marines and JSDF conduct closing ceremony for #ResoluteDragon26 , June 30, 2026. Resolute Dragon strengthens the command, control, & multi-domain maneuver capabilities of U.S. Marines in @IIIMEF & JSDF personnel, with a focus on controlling & defending key maritime terrain. https://t.co/XgNUot5C2D

Today, we turned 69🎂. We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has supported us over the years. With the enduring bond between our nations🇺🇸🇯🇵 in mind, we will continue to do our utmost to promote a #FreeandOpenIndoPacific. https://t.co/dZKOQUseZB

A F-15EX Eagle II and F-15E Strike Eagles land at Kadena Air Base, Japan, June 29, 2026. The test aircraft arrival supported the @DeptofWar 's effort to modernize U.S. airpower in the Indo-Pacific and prepared Kadena personnel and the local community for the F-15EX's arrival. https://t.co/n7YiPukNX5

Lt. Gen. Jost visited Kanoya Air Base with Gen. Uchikura to observe #ValiantShield26, highlighting the rapid deployment of #Typhon and #HIMARS. He emphasized that integrating U.S. capabilities at a @JMSDF_PAO facility boosts speed, precision, and interoperability. https://t.co/TeLoakJSbL

Valiant Shield 2026 - Bilateral Patient Transfer Exercise U.S. Navy and @Japan_GSDF medical personnel transfer a simulated patient during a bilateral patient transfer exercise at Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka in support of #ValiantShield26. https://t.co/UURtV0vpml

Grassroots: U.S., Japanese Neighbors Build ‘Kizuna’ at Sagami River Cleanup 🇺🇸🇯🇵 Around 75 volunteers, including Camp Zama Soldiers, @Japan_GSDF personnel and citizens from neighboring communities, gathered for an annual U.S.-Japan joint cleanup, now going on its seventh year. https://t.co/YHSJZlzTXy

Happy Friday! With the typhoons approaching, tomorrow’s weather looks rough. Please stay safe and have a good weekend. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kayla Karelas: "U.S. Navy personnel conduct airborne training over Yokota Air Base") https://t.co/ohPBfIkv5E

Proud to stand alongside our JSDF partners. Training and exchanges like these reinforce the trust that powers the #USJapanAlliance. 🇺🇸🇯🇵 #ValiantShield26 https://t.co/BgBaYOQzYv

RT @USAmbJapan: Since the 🇺🇸🇯🇵 Alliance’s mission to preserve peace and protect freedom in the Indo-Pacific never stops, neither does our t…

USFJ was proud to participate in the #IreiNoHi ceremony in Okinawa. This solemn remembrance of the profound costs of conflict serves to highlight the remarkable bond between the 🇺🇸 & 🇯🇵 and the strength of our alliance. Together, there is nothing our nations cannot accomplish. https://t.co/Ut5EMelfIv

U.S. Navy & JMSDF ✈️ & 🚢 move in formation as part of #ValiantShield26 in the Philippine Sea. VS is a biennial training exercise conducted by U.S. & partner nation forces, focusing on joint, cross-combatant integration operating seamlessly across sea, air, land & cyberspace. https://t.co/AyWAaSL4HR

USMC and JGSDF conduct opening ceremony for exercise #ResoluteDragon26 at Camp Kengun, Kumamoto, Japan, June 20, 2026. #RD26 is an annual bilateral exercise in 🇯🇵 that strengthens the command, control, and multi-domain maneuver capabilities of U.S. Marines & JSDF personnel. https://t.co/TRboW0MaNh

U.S. Army volunteers joined members of the JSDF & U.S. Navy volunteers for a cleanup at Okinawa Peace Memorial Park, ahead of the anniversary of the Battle of Okinawa to honor those who lost their lives during the battle and strengthen ties with the local community. https://t.co/EeKGkNcRZc

RT @TeamYokota: U.S. Pacific Air Forces has permanently relocated the 4th Reconnaissance Squadron's RQ-4 Global Hawks from Guam to Yokota A…

The #BlueAngels, the Navy’s flight demonstration squadron, and the #Thunderbirds, the Air Force's air demonstration squadron, fly in a 12-plane Super Delta formation over the Ellipse in Washington, June 14, 2026, ahead of the UFC Freedom 250 fights at the White House. https://t.co/lR5JtUGnRL

Saving a life and embodying the true strength of the #USJapanAlliance, Inspector Mitsui at NAFA didn’t hesitate to answer an off-duty emergency call to aid an unconscious U.S. Navy Sailor during FCLP on Iwo To. His expertise, selfless commitment, & quick action saved the Sailor. https://t.co/d4riRq4eel

The U.S. Army celebrated its 251st anniversary yesterday on June 14, 2026. Last Friday, Soldiers assigned to the HQ USFJ gathered for a cake cutting ceremony🎂 to celebrate the Army’s birthday. Happy 251st Birthday to the U.S. Army! https://t.co/1hXGID7iPe

RT @Japan_GSDF: 🇯🇵🇺🇸🇦🇺#JGSDF is currently conducting trilateral field training exercise “ Southern Jackaroo 26 ” (#SJ26) with US and Austra…

CMC Mike Kaszubowski, command master chief for CNFJ/RJ, was awarded the Second Class Defense Cooperation Medal🎖️ by the @JMSDF_PAO in recognition of his contributions to strengthening Japan-U.S. cooperation during his three-year tour at CNFJ/RJ, May 28, 2026. https://t.co/qe8ZiBRdaE

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