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Capt. Jahmar Resilard died Dec. 6, 2018, after a collision between a fighter jet and a refueling plane off the coast of Japan.<br>U.S. Marine Corps
Capt. Jahmar Resilard died Dec. 6, 2018, after a collision between a fighter jet and a refueling plane off the coast of Japan.<br>U.S. Marine Corps

Marine pilot survived in sea for nearly 10 hours after deadly midair collision, smartwatch shows

The data was extracted from the Garmin Fenix 3 smartwatch of Capt. Jahmar Resilard, a Marine Corps pilot who ejected from his F/A-18 Hornet after colliding with a KC-130J tanker last year off the coast of Japan.

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The +64 Cafe in western Tokyo is named after New Zealand's international dialing code. The cafe is owned by the captain of Japan's national rugby team, Michael Leitch.<br>Seth Robson/Stars and Stripes
The +64 Cafe in western Tokyo is named after New Zealand's international dialing code. The cafe is owned by the captain of Japan's national rugby team, Michael Leitch.<br>Seth Robson/Stars and Stripes

Cafe in western Tokyo owned by Japan’s rugby team captain

Did Japan’s Rugby World Cup turn you into a Brave Blossoms fan?

Stars and Stripes librarian Norio Muroi holds a photo of himself, far right, meeting Yankees legend Joe DiMaggio during a reporting assignment in Tokyo in the early 1990s.<br>Theron Godbold/Stars and Stripes
Stars and Stripes librarian Norio Muroi holds a photo of himself, far right, meeting Yankees legend Joe DiMaggio during a reporting assignment in Tokyo in the early 1990s.<br>Theron Godbold/Stars and Stripes

Preserving Pacific history: Stars and Stripes librarian retires after 40 years among the archives

Thousands of newspapers dating back to 1945, countless clippings of old stories and half a million priceless photographs detailing Stars and Stripes' presence in the Pacific fill a room that Norio Muroi has tended for the past four decades.

An aviator with Marine All-Weather Fighter Attack Squadron 242 at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, reads "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy in an in-flight photo included with a report into a midair collision off Japan in December 2018.<br>U.S. Marine Corps
An aviator with Marine All-Weather Fighter Attack Squadron 242 at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, reads "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy in an in-flight photo included with a report into a midair collision off Japan in December 2018.<br>U.S. Marine Corps

In-flight selfies and other reckless behavior by Marine aviators outrage Japanese officials

Investigators determined that the squadron involved in a deadly 2018 midair collision suffered from “inadequate oversight of training and operations” and an “unprofessional command climate.” A report says officers engaged in wrongful use of prescription and over-the-counter drugs and that aviators took selfies in-flight.

Mechanical failure in a medical refrigerator delayed access to adult influenza vaccinations at Yokota Air Base, Japan, in western Tokyo.<br>Julianne Showalter/U.S. Air Force
Mechanical failure in a medical refrigerator delayed access to adult influenza vaccinations at Yokota Air Base, Japan, in western Tokyo.<br>Julianne Showalter/U.S. Air Force

Adult flu shots arrive at Yokota to replace doses damaged by broken fridge

The mechanical failure delayed access to adult influenza vaccinations at the base earlier this month; however, they are now available for active-duty troops.

An F-16 Fighting Falcon from the 35th Fighter Wing hit targets at Draughon Range near Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 2, 2017.<br>Sadie Colbert/U.S. Air Force
An F-16 Fighting Falcon from the 35th Fighter Wing hit targets at Draughon Range near Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 2, 2017.<br>Sadie Colbert/U.S. Air Force

No injuries or damage after Air Force F-16 drops dummy bomb on private property in Japan

The object, described by Misawa’s 35th Fighter Wing as an “inert training device,” created a deep crater upon impact, according to Japanese public broadcaster NHK.

Pilots fly an Air Force KC-10 Extender over the Coral Sea during the Talisman Sabre exercise, July 19, 2019. <br>Caitlin Doornbos/Stars and Strip
Pilots fly an Air Force KC-10 Extender over the Coral Sea during the Talisman Sabre exercise, July 19, 2019. <br>Caitlin Doornbos/Stars and Strip

US air power is growing alongside Marine Corps in Australia’s Northern Territory

The Enhanced Air Cooperation initiative focused this year on fifth-generation fighter integration, aero-medical evacuation and aircraft maintenance.

Influenza vaccines sit on a table at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Oct. 17, 2019.<br>Ericka Woolever/U.S. Air Force
Influenza vaccines sit on a table at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Oct. 17, 2019.<br>Ericka Woolever/U.S. Air Force

Medical fridge malfunction renders adult flu vaccine ‘unusable’ at Yokota

Mechanical failure in a medical refrigerator has delayed access to adult influenza vaccinations at the home of U.S. Forces Japan in western Tokyo, a 374th Airlift Wing spokeswoman said Wednesday.

Guests check out a new visitor center that opened Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019, at the Manila American Cemetery, where more than 17,000 service members who lost their lives in World War II are interred.<br>American Battle Monuments Commission
Guests check out a new visitor center that opened Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019, at the Manila American Cemetery, where more than 17,000 service members who lost their lives in World War II are interred.<br>American Battle Monuments Commission

New visitor center opens at Manila cemetery where thousands of American war dead are buried

A building that opened this week at a 152-acre cemetery and memorial includes displays of artifacts and photographs.

Air Force trainees receive their operational camouflage pattern uniforms, also known as OCPs, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Oct. 2, 2019.<br>Sarayuth Pinthong/U.S. Air Force
Air Force trainees receive their operational camouflage pattern uniforms, also known as OCPs, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Oct. 2, 2019.<br>Sarayuth Pinthong/U.S. Air Force

AAFES lifts restriction barring Reserve, National Guard members from buying uniforms online

Soldiers and airmen in the Reserve and National Guard are now authorized to buy uniforms online regardless of their active status or rank, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service announced this month.

An RQ-4 Global Hawk sits on the flight line at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Sept. 14, 2019.<br>Theron Godbold/Stars and Stripes
An RQ-4 Global Hawk sits on the flight line at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Sept. 14, 2019.<br>Theron Godbold/Stars and Stripes

Guam-based Global Hawks return home after spending another typhoon season in Japan

The 319th Reconnaissance Wing aircraft — along with about 20 service members and 100 civilians from Andersen Air Force Base, Guam — operated from Yokota Air Force Base in Japan for the past three months to avoid extreme weather in the western Pacific.

This undated Air Force photo shows Building 800 at Yokota Air Base, Japan. <br>U.S. Air Force
This undated Air Force photo shows Building 800 at Yokota Air Base, Japan. <br>U.S. Air Force

Yokota hangar used by Japan during WWII is being razed to make way for new facility

Known as Building 800, the hangar was constructed by the Japanese Imperial Army in the 1930s when Yokota was known as Tama Army Airfield, according to an Air Force video.

Marines participating in the rotational force to Darwin take part in a Talisman Sabre drill in Bowen, Australia, in July 2019. <br>Seth Robson/Stars and Stripes
Marines participating in the rotational force to Darwin take part in a Talisman Sabre drill in Bowen, Australia, in July 2019. <br>Seth Robson/Stars and Stripes

US military presence in northern Australia will grow, former defense official says

To support U.S. Air Force and Marine activities in the Northern Territory, Australia and the United States will invest about $2 billion on aircraft maintenance, support facilities, fuel storage and upgrades to accommodations, training areas and ranges, the Australian Defence Force said.

Teacher Katherine Ericson watches students Katie Petty, left, and Emery Horne toss a rugby ball outside Yokota West Elementary School at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Friday, Oct. 18, 2019. Ericson brought a group of English rugby players to the school to teach about the challenges faced by those with visual impairments. <br>Seth Robson/Stars and Stripes
Teacher Katherine Ericson watches students Katie Petty, left, and Emery Horne toss a rugby ball outside Yokota West Elementary School at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Friday, Oct. 18, 2019. Ericson brought a group of English rugby players to the school to teach about the challenges faced by those with visual impairments. <br>Seth Robson/Stars and Stripes

Visually impaired rugby team shows military kids how those with low vision can stay in the game

A group of English players showed off their skills on Wednesday to youngsters at the home of U.S. Forces Japan in western Tokyo.

Teacher Katherine Ericson watches students Katie Petty, left, and Emery Horne toss a rugby ball outside Yokota West Elementary School at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Friday, Oct. 18, 2019. Ericson brought a group of English rugby players to the school to teach about the challenges faced by those with visual impairments.<br>Seth Robson/Stars and Stripes
Teacher Katherine Ericson watches students Katie Petty, left, and Emery Horne toss a rugby ball outside Yokota West Elementary School at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Friday, Oct. 18, 2019. Ericson brought a group of English rugby players to the school to teach about the challenges faced by those with visual impairments.<br>Seth Robson/Stars and Stripes

Visually impaired rugby team shows military kids how those with low vision can stay in the game

A group of English players showed off their skills on Wednesday to youngsters at the home of U.S. Forces Japan in western Tokyo.

Sailors rake debris at Yokosuka Naval Base, Japan, Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2019, days after deadly Typhoon Hagibis ripped through the area.<br>Caitlin Doornbos/Stars and Stripes
Sailors rake debris at Yokosuka Naval Base, Japan, Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2019, days after deadly Typhoon Hagibis ripped through the area.<br>Caitlin Doornbos/Stars and Stripes

US Navy base reports damage to more than 20 structures days after typhoon pummels Japan

Naval Air Facility Atsugi lay along Typhoon Hagibis' path after the eye came ashore over the Izu peninsula on Saturday evening.

Workers assess debris from Typhoon Hagibis that collected along the water's edge at Yokosuka Naval Base, Japan, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2019. <br>Caitlin Doornbos/Stars and Stripes
Workers assess debris from Typhoon Hagibis that collected along the water's edge at Yokosuka Naval Base, Japan, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2019. <br>Caitlin Doornbos/Stars and Stripes

American bases near Tokyo escape deadly Typhoon Hagibis with minimal damage

By 5:30 a.m. Sunday, all bases in the region — including Yokosuka Naval Base, Yokota Air Base, Camp Fuji, Camp Zama and Naval Air Facility Atsugi — had issued the all-clear for residents to safely leave their homes.

U.S. Eagles players sing the national anthem ahead of their Rugby World Cup match against Argentina in Kumagaya, Japan, Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2019.<br>Seth Robson/Stars and Stripes
U.S. Eagles players sing the national anthem ahead of their Rugby World Cup match against Argentina in Kumagaya, Japan, Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2019.<br>Seth Robson/Stars and Stripes

Army-style land navigation, resilience training helped US Eagles prepare for Rugby World Cup

The U.S. Eagles national rugby team, which trained on the island of Okinawa before the start of the Rugby World Cup, went down 47-17 against Argentina on Wednesday, but could get a win in their final pool match against Tonga in Osaka on Sunday.

Amphibious assault vehicles carrying Marines from 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment depart the USS Germantown in preparation for Kamandag drills in Subic Bay, Philippines, Monday, Oct. 7, 2019.<br>Toni Burton/U.S. Navy
Amphibious assault vehicles carrying Marines from 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment depart the USS Germantown in preparation for Kamandag drills in Subic Bay, Philippines, Monday, Oct. 7, 2019.<br>Toni Burton/U.S. Navy

US and Filipino troops gear up for weeklong ‘warriors of the sea’ exercise in the Philippines

Kamandag — short for “Kaagapay Ng Mga Mandirigma Ng Dagat,” or “Cooperation of Warriors of the Sea” — will also involve Japan Self-Defense Forces conducting humanitarian-assistance and disaster-relief missions with U.S. and Philippine troops.

For the past year, Chaplain (Capt.) Antonio Rigonan, left, a Catholic priest from New York, has worked two days a week inside a hangar at Yokota Air Base, Japan.<br>Theron Godbold/Stars and Stripes
For the past year, Chaplain (Capt.) Antonio Rigonan, left, a Catholic priest from New York, has worked two days a week inside a hangar at Yokota Air Base, Japan.<br>Theron Godbold/Stars and Stripes

‘Committed to connecting’: Air Force chaplain stands by flight line to help airmen in western Tokyo

The Air Force opened a chaplain’s office near the flight line at the home of U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force after three maintainers there killed themselves during a six-month span in 2016.

Marine Corps veteran Oscar Alvarez now serves as a manager for the U.S. Eagles national rugby team, which has been competing in the Rugby World Cup in Japan.<br>Oscar Alvarez
Marine Corps veteran Oscar Alvarez now serves as a manager for the U.S. Eagles national rugby team, which has been competing in the Rugby World Cup in Japan.<br>Oscar Alvarez

Marine Corps veteran helps manage US national team at Rugby World Cup in Japan

Civilian life after a military career can be a challenge. It wasn’t easy for Oscar Alvarez, who went through four jobs before finding his calling as a manager with the U.S. Eagles national rugby team.

Signs above cash registers at a McDonald's near Yokota Air Base, Japan, explain new pricing after the country's 10% consumption tax took effect, Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2019.<br>Theron Godbold/Stars and Stripes
Signs above cash registers at a McDonald's near Yokota Air Base, Japan, explain new pricing after the country's 10% consumption tax took effect, Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2019.<br>Theron Godbold/Stars and Stripes

New 10% sales tax takes effect in Japan, raising the costs of off-base goods and services

U.S. military personnel are already feeling the impact of Japan's new sales tax, as the costs of various off-base goods and services saw prices surge Tuesday.

The Army and Air Force Exchange Service plans to pull electronic cigarettes and vape products from stores shelves by close of business on Monday, Sept. 30, 2019.<br>Theron Godbold/Stars and Stripes
The Army and Air Force Exchange Service plans to pull electronic cigarettes and vape products from stores shelves by close of business on Monday, Sept. 30, 2019.<br>Theron Godbold/Stars and Stripes

Exchanges to pull e-cigarettes, vape products from stores amid health concerns

The move, which takes effect on Sept. 30, comes after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said vaping may be linked to hundreds of cases of severe lung disease and at least six deaths in dozens of states.

The red-and-white jerseys of Japan's Brave Blossoms will be a common sight over the next six weeks as the country hosts the best international rugby teams in the world for the Rugby World Cup. The tournament kicked off Friday, Sept. 20, 2019, at Tokyo Stadium.<br>Francois Nel/World Rugby via Getty Images
The red-and-white jerseys of Japan's Brave Blossoms will be a common sight over the next six weeks as the country hosts the best international rugby teams in the world for the Rugby World Cup. The tournament kicked off Friday, Sept. 20, 2019, at Tokyo Stadium.<br>Francois Nel/World Rugby via Getty Images

Rugby World Cup: Tough sport thrills some US troops as tourney kicks off in Japan

The best international rugby teams in the world will be in action in Japan over the next six weeks with dozens of matches scheduled as part of the Rugby World Cup, which kicked off Friday at Tokyo Stadium.

Sgt. Ken Conrad Chambers, 33, was a signal support system specialist with the 70th Brigade Engineer Battalion, 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division.<br>Facebook
Sgt. Ken Conrad Chambers, 33, was a signal support system specialist with the 70th Brigade Engineer Battalion, 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division.<br>Facebook

Army identifies soldier found dead on post in Alaska last week

Sgt. Ken Conrad Chambers, a signal support system specialist with the 70th Brigade Engineer Battalion, was found dead on post in Alaska on Thursday.

Alaska is home to several military installations, including Fort Wainwright, Elmendorf Air Force Base and Fort Richardson.<br>Natasha Sinegina/Creazilla
Alaska is home to several military installations, including Fort Wainwright, Elmendorf Air Force Base and Fort Richardson.<br>Natasha Sinegina/Creazilla

Military looking into deaths of Alaska-based soldier and airman

The Air Force on Friday identified Tech. Sgt. Phillip Coley as the Eielson Air Force Base airman found dead in Texas, where he was on temporary duty. The Army did not identify the Fort Wainwright soldier who was found dead in a separate incident.

Greg Mattson, the 5th Air Force historian, shows off a painting in the unit headquarters that depicts a World War II exploit of Col. Paul Irvin "Pappy" Gunn on Sept. 11, 2019.<br>Seth Robson/Stars and Stripes
Greg Mattson, the 5th Air Force historian, shows off a painting in the unit headquarters that depicts a World War II exploit of Col. Paul Irvin "Pappy" Gunn on Sept. 11, 2019.<br>Seth Robson/Stars and Stripes

On Air Force’s 72nd birthday, a reminder that 5th Air Force was first to fight

The Air Force celebrates its 72nd birthday Wednesday but 5th Air Force, which oversees U.S. air power in the Far East, has been in action even longer.

Maj. John Wright, a spokesman for the U.S. Air Force 319th Operations Group, answers questions about the RQ-4 Global Hawk at the annual Yokota Air Base, Japan, Friendship Festival on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019. <br>Theron Godbold/Stars and Stripes
Maj. John Wright, a spokesman for the U.S. Air Force 319th Operations Group, answers questions about the RQ-4 Global Hawk at the annual Yokota Air Base, Japan, Friendship Festival on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019. <br>Theron Godbold/Stars and Stripes

Japanese crowds check out a Global Hawk drone at Yokota’s annual Friendship Festival

The annual event, which attracted more than 125,000 visitors this year, gives the local community a chance to learn about and meet the American and Japan Self-Defense Force servicemembers who work and live on Yokota Air Base.

Vice Adm. Bill Merz speaks after taking command of the 7th Fleet from Vice Adm. Phil Sawyer at Yokosuka Naval Base, Japan, Thursday, Sept. 12, 2019.<br>Jimmy Ong/U.S. Navy
Vice Adm. Bill Merz speaks after taking command of the 7th Fleet from Vice Adm. Phil Sawyer at Yokosuka Naval Base, Japan, Thursday, Sept. 12, 2019.<br>Jimmy Ong/U.S. Navy

Command of US Navy’s largest overseas fleet changes hands in Japan

Vice Adm. Phillip Sawyer passed command of the 7th Fleet to Vice. Adm. Bill Merz, a fellow submariner with experience in Japan.

Members of the U.S. Air Force Band of the Pacific — from left, Master Sgt. Josh Holdridge, Staff Sgt. Andrew Clemenson, Senior Airmen Pete Somerville, Derrick Newbold and Alycia Cancel and Master Sgt. Christin Foley — perform on a live broadcast of the Japanese TV show, "Nodojiman The World!" in Tokyo on Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2019.<br>Michael D. Hoerber/U.S. Air Force
Members of the U.S. Air Force Band of the Pacific — from left, Master Sgt. Josh Holdridge, Staff Sgt. Andrew Clemenson, Senior Airmen Pete Somerville, Derrick Newbold and Alycia Cancel and Master Sgt. Christin Foley — perform on a live broadcast of the Japanese TV show, "Nodojiman The World!" in Tokyo on Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2019.<br>Michael D. Hoerber/U.S. Air Force

Air Force music group performs on popular Japanese TV show

Members of a Yokota-based group played the opening song on Nippon Television’s “Nodojiman The World!”

Japanese journalists check out a CV-22 Osprey at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 3, 2018. <br>Seth Robson/Stars and Stripes
Japanese journalists check out a CV-22 Osprey at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 3, 2018. <br>Seth Robson/Stars and Stripes

Transfer of funds from Yokota Osprey facilities to border wall won’t affect operations, officials say

CV-22 Osprey operations won’t be affected by the diversion of nearly $87 million from projects supporting tiltrotor aircraft in western Tokyo, according to U.S. military officials.