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While responding to the Great East Japan earthquake, which struck 10 years ago on Mar. 11, 2011, U.S. Army Japan and other U.S. military forces worked shoulder to shoulder with the @JGSDF_pr during OPERATION TOMODACHI removing debris and mud. #nakama #仲間
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U.S. Army Japan and other U.S. military forces supported the @JGSDF_pr into what became known as OPERATION TOMODACHI, Japan's largest-ever humanitarian assistance and disaster relief mission after the Great East Japan earthquake on March 11, 2011. #Nakama
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The bilateral strength of the @JGSDF_pr and U.S. Army Japan was proven during OPERATION TOMODACHI, Japan's largest-ever disaster relief and humanitarian assistance operation that occurred in the wake of the Mar. 11, 2011, Earthquake. Together, we are Tomodachi (friends). #仲間
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Friday, March 11, 2011, at 2:46 p.m., Japan experienced one of the worst natural disasters in the 21st century. The 2011 Tohoku Earthquake and Tsunami was the largest magnitude ever recorded in Japan and the third-largest in the world since 1900. #OperationTomodachi
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Massive bilateral operations went into action between U.S. Army Japan and @JGSDF_pr during OPERATION TOMODACHI, the largest-ever bilateral humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operation centered around the disaster-stricken area following Mar. 11, 201. #Nakama #仲間
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On March 11, 2011, a devastating magnitude 9.0 earthquake and tsunami struck the northeastern coast of Japan resulting in OPERATION TOMODACHI, Japan's largest-ever bilateral humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operation. USARJ supported the @JGSDF_pr from the onset.
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Ten years ago, on Mar. 11, 2011, a devastating magnitude 9.0 earthquake and tsunami struck the northeast coast of Japan resulting in OPERATION TOMODACHI. From Mar. 22 to Apr. 29, USARJ brought in 12 varying US Army Shower Sets to six evacuation areas for use by the victims. #仲間
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U.S. Army Japan, @JGSDF_pr and emergency relief workers clear debris from a roadway of a nearby school so it could reopen and children could get back to some type or normalcy during OPERATION TOMODACHI, Japan's largest-ever bilateral operation. #nakama #仲間
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Soldiers from 8th Military Police Brigade and members of 7IR @JGSDF_pr worked hand-in-hand to conduct guard and protect operations at Kyogamisaki Communications Site on June 25 as part of Orient Shield. #OrientShield21 is focused on enhancing interoperability and capacity.
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Soldiers with @38thADA and U.S. Army Japan's chapter of the Sgt. Audie Murphy Club teamed up with local residents to clean the streets of Sagamihara City Hall, Japan Nov. 15. #IchiDan
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The 2011 Tōhoku earthquake triggered powerful tsunami waves that reached heights of up to 40.5 meters and which, in the Sendai area, traveled at 700 km/h and up to 10 km inland. In response, U.S. Army Japan worked side-by-side with the @JGSDF_pr to remove debris and mud. #Nakama
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#ByValorAndPower SAGAMIHARA, Japan - Col. Patrick Costello, @38thADA commander, helped rescue a local man from his toppled vehicle to ensure his safety at Route 507 at approximately 5:40 a.m. June 5. Read more at
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#Allied2Win #Partnership #ArmyValues SAGAMIHARA, Japan - Col. Patrick Costello, @38thADA commander, helped rescue a local man from his toppled vehicle to ensure his safety at Route 507 at approximately 5:40 a.m. June 5. Read more at
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Guard and protect operations continue at Kyogamisaki sub-base, just one of many training locations across Japan for #OrientShield21 -2. Check out the latest clips to see how the 8th Military Police Brigade and @JGSDF_MA_pr 7IR have improved interoperability in the defense of Japan
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A @Japan_GSDF Multiple Launch Rocket System with @NorthernArmy_pr conducts a live fire at Yausubetsu Training Area June 29. This was the first time in #OrientShields history that bilateral live fire occurred in the country of Japan between U.S. Army HIMARS and JGSDF MLRS.
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After arrival at MCAS Iwakuni, Soldiers with @25thCAB prep and deploy AH-64 Apache helicopters to Akeno Training Area to link up with @JGSDF_pr 's 14th Aviation Brigade and U.S. Army Aviation Battalion-Japan to train alongside each other during exercise #OrientShield21 -2.
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The 8th Military Police Brigade and @JGSDF_MA_pr , 7th Infantry Regiment continue bilateral guard and protect operations at Kyogamisakai Communications Site, one of the critical training locations across Japan for #OrientShield21 -2.
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The commitment of the @JGSDF_pr members and USARJ Soldiers was proven during OPERATION TOMODACHI, Japan’s largest-ever disaster relief and humanitarian operation following the Great Eastern Japan earthquake and tsunami. #Nakama #仲間 @usarjcg @USARPAC @USForcesJapan @Japan_GSDF
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Soldiers from 8th MP BDE continue to train daily with their counterparts from the 7IR @JGSDF_MA_pr to guard and protect critical bilateral assets at Kyogamisaki sub-base during OS21-2. #Orientshield is the largest @USArmy and @JGSDF_pr bilateral field training exercise in Japan.
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Gen. Yoshihide Yoshida, @Japan_GSDF chief of staff, received a courtesy visit at Camp Ichigaya April 26 from U.S. Army Japan commander, Maj. Gen. Viet X. Luong. This was the first visit by Luong since Yoshida assumed command in March. #IchiDan
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U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to 1st Battalion 28th Infantry "Black Lions", @3rd_Infantry Division trained alongside members of the @JGSDF_MA_pr to practice squad-level tactics at Aibano Training Area on June 25 as part of #OrientShield21 -2.
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U.S. Army Japan
2 years
A message from the commanding general of U.S. Army Japan on the murder of former Prime Minister Abe Shinzo.
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U.S. Army Japan's command sergeant major, Command Sgt. Maj. Jerry L. Dodson Jr., welcomed the @JGSDF_pr command sergeants major course students at Camp Zama June 10. The visit is part of the ongoing bilateral Unit School Exchange Program. #IchiDan
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Brig. Gen. JB Vowell, U.S. Army Japan commander meets Lt. Gen. Shin Nozawa, @JGSDF_MA_pr commander, at Camp Itami June 29. After, Vowell conducted battlefield circulation at key stops to receive briefings on #OrientShield21 -2 from the Logistical Task Force, HICOM, and EXCON.
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Brig. Gen. JB Vowell, U.S. Army Japan commander, visited Aibano Training Area July 3 to observe #OrientShield21 -2. During the visit, Vowell met with Soldiers with 1st Battalion 28th Infantry, @3rd_Infantry and observed bilateral maneuver and chemical training. #IchiDan
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#ICYMI Highlights from yesterday's #OrientShield21 opening ceremony, which includes remarks from Lt. Gen. Shin Nozawa, @JGSDF_MA_pr commander, Maj. Gen. Laura Yeager, @40thID commander, and Mr. Minoru Kihara, Special Advisor to the Prime Minister for National Security Affairs.
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Soldiers with @25thID , U.S. Army Japan, and the @USARJBand share cultural exchange at Yama Sakura 81 one final time with their @JGSDF_pr partners, during Day 4 of the program Dec. 4 at Camp Itami, Japan, prior to the start of the exercise. #IchiDan
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The Joint Unit Visit was hosted this year by Gen. Yoshihide Yoshida, @JGSDF_pr chief of staff, and Lt. Gen. Noaki Kajiwara, JGSDF @NeaAdminpr commander, at Camp Hirosaki and several locations throughout Aomori prefecture from Nov. 8-9. #IchiDan
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Following a warm welcome to Camp Akeno by @JGSDF_pr 's 14th Aviation Brigade, Soldiers from U.S. Army Aviation Battalion-Japan and the @25thCAB , conducted a Rehearsal of Concept drill with their bilateral counterparts on June 27 to discuss upcoming aerial missions. #OrientShield21
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Since its inception, the exchange of ideas and best practices between the US Army and JGSDF has been a cornerstone of #OrientShield . Yesterday, @5thSFAB - a select Military Intelligence Advisor Team - built upon this tradition as they worked alongside the @JGSDF_MA_pr at OS 21-2.
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The @38thADA Minimum Engagement Package U.S. Patriot Advanced Capability (PAC-3) and @JGSDF_pr Type O3 Chu-SAM got to train together in Integrated Air and Missile Defense in the Southwest Island Chain in an Anti Access Aerial Denial scenario during #OrientShield21 -2.
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Maj. Gen. Laura Yeager, @40thID commander, conducted battlefield circulation to Yausubetsu Training Area and visited the first U.S. Army and @JGSDF_pr bilateral Fire Direction Center used during #OrientShield21 -2 live fire June 28. #IchiDan
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Key leaders with I Corps (FWD), @40thID and the @JGSDF_pr hold the Higher Command (HICOM) and Targeting Decision Board meetings at Camp Itami July 5 during exercise #OrientShield21 . The meetings help synchronize activities and ensure a challenging and realistic training scenario.
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1/3 ORIENT SHIELD BEGINS Maj.Gen. J B. Vowell and Lt. Gen. Takemoto of the Western Army, #JDSDF , shake hands in solidarity of the U.S-Japan alliance at the #OrientShield22 opening ceremony, Aug. 27 #FreeandopenIndoPacific #StrongerTogether
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Maj. Gen. Laura Yeager, @40thID commander; Lt. Gen. Shin Nozawa, @JGSDF_MA_pr commander; and Mr. Minoru Kihara, Special Advisor to the Prime Minister for National Security Affairs, delivered remarks during the Orient Shield 21-2 opening ceremony at Camp Itami June 24. #IchiDan
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The command teams from the U.S. Army's Bravo Battery, 1-1 ADA BN, @38thADAbBDE met with @JGSDF_pr 's 8th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Group to plan, synchronize, and deconflict capabilities in preparation for bilateral training for #OrientShield21 -2 at Camp Amami, June 28. #IchiDan
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Lt. Gen. Toshikazu Yamane, @JGSDF_MA_pr 3rd Division commander, and Maj. Gen. Yoshiro Tanaka, JGSDF 3rd Division vice commander, visited 14th Missile Defense Battery, @38thADA at Kyogamasaki Communications Site and sub-base to receive a site tour and inspect training June 30.
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Col. Cory Delger, USARJ deputy chief of staff, and Col. Takahiro Tokudome, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force @NorthernArmy_pr , 4th Field Artillery Group commander, signed the memorandum of agreement permitting the use of HIMARS to live-fire at Yausubetsu during #OrientShield21 -2.
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This video shows the way the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force 1st Airborne Brigade paratroopers board U.S. Air Force C-130J in Yokota Air Base and eventually conduct the First Jump in Narashino, Chiba.
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陸上自衛隊第1空挺団のパラトゥルーパーズが横田基地から、米空軍のC-130Jに搭乗し、習志野演習場で行われた「降下訓練始め」に参加するまでのビ��オです。
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Soldiers with @25thID and U.S. Army Japan continue sharing cultural exchange with their @JGSDF_pr partners during Day 3 of the program Dec. 3, at Camp Itami during exercise Yama Sakura 81. #IchiDan
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Gen. Yoshida, @JGSDF_pr chief of staff, joins Lt. Gen. Nozawa, @JGSDF_MA_pr commander, Maj. Gen. Yeager, @40thID commander and Brig. Gen. Vowell, U.S. Army Japan commander, at Camp Itami during #OrientSheild for an office call and circulation through HICOM and EXCON July 2.
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U.S. Army Aviation Battalion Japan's two UH-60 have delivered nearly 2,000 lbs of supplies so far to JSDF partners for the earthquake relief efforts, aiding the 16,000 evacuees in Ishikawa prefecture as of January 19. We are here to support our Tomodachi! @INDOPACOM @JGSDF_pr
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Japan, Philippines and U.S. leaders reiterate their shared commitment to maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific at the Japan-Philippines-U.S. Land Forces Summit press conference at Camp Asaka, Japan, Dec. 11, 2022.
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Brig. Gen. JB Vowell, U.S. Army Japan commander, and Gen. Yoshihide Yoshida, @JGSDF_pr chief of staff, conducted battlefield circulation at Camp Amami July 1. This was the first time a U.S. Patriot Battery was deployed from Okinawa to Amami as part of #OrientShield21 -2.
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Gen. Yoshinari Marumo, Japan Air Self-Defense Force's chief of staff, received an honors ceremony from Maj. Gen. Viet X. Luong, U.S. Army Japan's commanding general, during his first visit here Feb. 4 followed by an introduction to #USARJ 's senior staff. @JASDF_PAO #航空自衛隊
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Lt. Gen. Yasunori Morishita, @JGSDF_pr vice chief of staff, Maj. Gen. Hideaki Mitsui, @NorthernArmy_pr deputy chief of staff-operations, Maj. Gen. Laura Yeager, @40thID commander, and Taro Yamoto, @ModJapan_en deputy director of defense policy bureau observe LFX at YTA June 28.
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On Dec. 9, the U.S. Ambassador to Japan, Rahm Emanuel, observed the Yama Sakura exercise at Camp Asaka. He confirmed the ironclad commitment between the U.S. Forces and JGSDF and the collective strength of the U.S.-Japan security alliance. #YamaSakura
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Soldiers with 14th Missile Defense Battery, @38thADA , volunteer to help shovel snow from the roads in Kurobe, Yasaka on Jan. 11. Thanks for always building local community relationships and taking care of our host nation.
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Last week, the USNS Fisher arrived to MCAS Iwakuni to download more than 150 pieces of equipment, including aircrafts and ground vehicles, in support of #OrientShield21 -2. The Fisher's arrival marks the first time a LMSR has ever delivered U.S. Army equipment in mainland Japan.
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The seamless movement of equipment and personnel between training sites stretching from Hokkaido to Amami in support of #OrientShield21 -2 isn't just critical to enabling mission success, its a crucial bilateral effort being executed by @JGSDF_MA_pr and the Logistical Task Force.
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Four Black Hawk helicopter crews with U.S. Army Aviation Battalion-Japan participated in the annual First Flight of the year with the @JGSDF_pr 1st Helicopter Brigade Jan 15. Pilots flew the helicopters to Tokyo Bay, where 14 Japanese aircraft entered the formation. #FightTonight
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Several @JGSDF_pr MCV 8x8 High Mobility Combat Vehicles are loaded aboard U.S. Army Landing Craft Utility (LCU-2009) Sept. 23, at Yokohama North Dock. The LCU was supporting JGSDF exercise '21, the first nationwide exercise of its kind in nearly 30 years. #IchiDan
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Great community relations effort by our Soldiers at the 311th Military Intelligence Battalion who recently conducted a 9.11-mile road march in support of the Vanguard Challenge. The battalion also used this opportunity to donate an assortment of food and toys exceeding 400 lbs.
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#OrientShield22 Today, at the Oyanahara Training Area in Kyushu, Soldiers of the @11thAirborneDiv are building #interoperability with the Japan Self-Defense Force, Western Army, through realistic live-fire training on #Javelin , #AT4 , #LAM , and #01ATM Antitank weapon systems.
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Orient Shield 22 Day2: At Oyanahara Training Area in Kyushu, Japan. 1-24IN from 1BCT/11th ABN DIV and 1-40IN from Western Army together firing key AT, small arms and sniper weapons systems. Getting after it! @USForcesJapan @USARPAC @11thAirborneDiv @USARJ_PAO @I_Corps
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Gen. Charles A. Flynn, @USARPAC commanding general, arrives at Yokota Air Base with Brig. Gen. James B. Wellons, @USForcesJapan deputy commander, and Brig. Gen. JB Vowell, U.S. Army Japan commander, during his battlefield circulation of Japan, Aug. 31. #IchiDan
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Soldiers from U.S. Army Japan work alongside the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, working as ichi dan (one team) during Exercise NorthWind24. The team conducted environmental skills training, held a shooting competition, and a medical rescue simulation, among other exercises.
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Yama Sakura 79, the annual bilateral and joint command post exercise led by the @USArmy and @JGSDF_pr will be held at numerous locations throughout Japan, Hawaii, and the continental United States, from Dec. 2 to Dec. 15. #YamaSakura79
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U.S. Army Soldiers with 10th Support Group and @JGSDF_WA_pr members raise the U.S. and Japanese flags at Yama Sakura 79 during the morning colors ceremony on Camp Kengun, Japan, Dec 8. #YS79
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Members from 14th Missile Defense Battery, @38thADA , 35th AC&W SQ, @JASDF_PAO_ENG , Kyotango City Hall and Kinki Chubu Defense Bureau teamed up with local community members for beach clean up near the Kyogamisaki Lighthouse on Nov. 8. #IchiDan
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Yama Sakura 81 will be the largest U.S.-Japan bilateral and joint command post exercise which enables participants to work as dedicated partners in support of the U.S.-Japan security alliance and for continued peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. #YamaSakura
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The guard and protect training between the 8th Military Police Brigade and @7th_Inf_Kyoto at Kyogamasaki Communications Site and sub base has come to an end. The improved interoperability and capability between the two units is a testament to the strength of the US-Japan alliance
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U.S. Army Japan welcomed Lt. Gen. Yoshihide Yoshida, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force's @jgsdf_gcc_pao commanding general, an Honors Ceremony was rendered by Maj. Gen. Viet X. Luong, USARJ's commanding general, Aug. 20 at Camp Zama, Japan. #IchiDan
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Mr. Joseph M. Young, chargé d’Affaires ad interim, @USAmbJapan visited Camp Zama Mar. 5 and met with Maj. Gen. Viet X. Luong, U.S. Army Japan commander, to discuss issues of mutual concern and interagency initiatives to strengthen the U.S.-Japan alliance.
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Orient Shield 23 continues to improve Indo-Pacific readiness During Orient Shield, JGSDF members train alongside Soldiers from U.S. Army Pacific and other units to strengthen interoperability and readiness between the U.S.-Japan alliance to ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific.
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U.S. Army Aviation Battalion-Japan and @jgsdf_gcc_pao 1st Helicopter Brigade conducted First Flight 2022 over Tokyo, Chiba, and Tokyo Bay with over a dozen fixed and rotary-wing aircraft to welcome in the New Year Jan. 18. #IchiDan
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3 Black Hawk helicopters with U.S. Army Aviation Battalion-Japan participated in a rehearsal flight Dec. 16 in preparation for the annual First Flight of the year with the @JGSDF_pr . Pilots flew the helicopters to Tokyo Bay, where several Japanese aircraft joined the formation.
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#ICYMI an AH-64 Apache Attack Helicopter with 2-6 Cavalry Squadron, @25thCAB flies alongside a @JGSDF_MA_pr AH-1 and UH-1 with Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Middle Army Aviation Group during exercise #OrientShield21 -2. #IchiDan
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U.S. Army Japan
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@USARPAC_CSM Scott Brzak collaborated with @Japan_GSDF and @USArmy partners in the region to discuss academic methodologies and explore future bilateral training aimed at strengthening the #alliance in Tokyo May 12. @USARPAC #Allied2Win @USFJ_J @INDOPACOM @INDOPACOM
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U.S. Army Japan
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2-6 Cavalry Squadron, @25thCAB , U.S. Army Aviation Battalion-Japan, and @JGSDF_MA_pr Aviation Group conduct a bilateral formation fight with AH-64s, UH-60s, AH-1s, and UH-1s during exercise #OrientShield21 -2. #Ichidan
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U.S. Army Soldiers and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force conduct anti-tank training during Orient Shield 23. As a part of U.S. Army Pacific’s Operation PATHWAYS, OS is a bilateral U.S. Army and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) field training and command post exercise.
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1 year
USARJ Welcomes MG Womack as he assumes command from MG Vowell during a ceremony June 20th at Camp Zama, Japan. @USForcesJapan @USARPAC @USArmy @VCorps @USArmyEURAF @INDOPACOM @usarjcg @USAGJapan
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U.S. Army Japan
7 months
Female Soldiers from the 1-1 ADA Battalion participated in a female mentorship team-building event with our allies from the Southwestern Air Defense Missile Group. The day included language and culture exchanges as well as site tours.
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U.S. Army Japan
3 years
On Dec. 9, U.S. Army Japan updated its off-post Activity Guide for implementing ongoing health protection measures with changes to allowable activities based on vaccinated and unvaccinated status. #StopTheSpread
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U.S. Army Japan
2 years
The CG of the Western Army, JGSDF, Lt. Gen. Ryoji Takemoto (left) and @usarjcg Maj. Gen. JB Vowell, speak to reporters at the Orient Shield press conference, Aug. 31, at Camp Amami in Kagoshima, Japan. @USARPAC @USForcesJapan @JGSDF_pr @INDOPACOM @USForcesJapan
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U.S. Army Japan
4 years
Soldiers with 14th Missile Defense Battery, @38thADA volunteered to clean up trash with local residents at Kobama beach Feb. 6. Maintaining beneficial relationships with the local community is vital in ensuring our host country stays clean. #IchiDan
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U.S. Army Japan
4 years
The Sergeant Audie Murphy Club Ryukyu Islands Chapter donated supplies, personal hygiene products, clothing, and food Feb. 26 to a local homeless shelter that supports the surrounding Okinawa community. #CommunityRelationships
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U.S. Army Japan
1 year
Ground Component Command tweeted: LTG Takemoto, Commanding General, GCC, participated in the USARJ Change of Command ceremony held in Camp Zama on June 20. While USARJ commander changed from MG Vowell to MG Womack, GCC continues to endeavor to enhance collaboration with USARJ.
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陸上総隊司令部
1 year
6月20日、#陸上総隊 竹本司令官は、キャンプ座間において、在日米陸軍司令官の交代式に参加しました。在日米陸軍司令官はヴァウル少将からウォーマック少将へ交代しましたが、陸上総隊は、引き続き、在日米陸軍との連携強化に努めてまいります。
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U.S. Army Japan
3 years
Soldiers with the 14th Missile Defense Battery, @38thADA took part in a beach clean-up at Takashima, Tango Town, Kyotango City on March 14. They spent the day helping keep the community clean that supports them! #IchiDan
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U.S. Army Japan
5 years
CAMP ICHIGAYA, Japan - Gen. Robert B. Brown, U.S. Army Japan commanding general, responds to a question July 17 at Megacities 2019. Also on the panel are Lt. Gen. Kazuaki Sumida, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, and Maj. Gen. Gary M. Brito, Training & Doctrine Command.
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U.S. Army Japan
5 years
CAMP ICHIGAYA, Japan— Megacities 2019 symposium is well under way here July 17. Japan Self-Defense Forces, U.S. Army, Australian military, and civilian experts are building relationships to increase readiness in the advent of major disasters. #crossservicereadiness
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U.S. Army Japan
3 years
. @USArmy and @JGSDF_pr members held an opening ceremony and Combined Arms Rehearsal to kickoff exercise #YamaSakura 81 at Camp Itami, Dec. 5. @I_Corps @25thID @jgsdf_gcc_pao @JGSDF_MA_pr @3d_MEB
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U.S. Army Japan
4 years
The Army Okinawa Ambassador Program volunteered to help cleanup beaches and create future sanctuaries for sea turtles to nest Feb. 14. #IchiDan
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3 years
Soldiers with @25thID and the @JGSDF_MA_pr members held a closing ceremony to successfully mark the end of the largest 🇺🇸🇯🇵 bilateral and joint command post exercise #YamaSakura 81 at Camp Itami Dec. 12. #IchiDan @JGSDF_pr @jgsdf_gcc_pao @I_Corps @USARPAC @USForcesJapan
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U.S. Army Japan
1 year
Air Defenders from 1-1 ADA (Air Defense Artillery) deployed to Higashi-Chitose, Japan, to train in Orient Shield 23. Delta 1-1 ADA Battery will utilize its MIM-104 Patriot surface-to-air missile system along with Japan Ground Self-Defense Force's MIM-23 HAWK. @NorthernArmy_pr
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U.S. Army Japan
3 years
Soldiers, Japanese and American civilian employees, and family members on Camp Zama paused at 2:46 p.m., Mar. 11, for six minutes to honor the victims of the Great East Japan earthquake and subsequent tsunami to reflect on the tragic loss of life. #Nakama
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U.S. Army Japan
2 years
1st ever Expert Soldier Badge held in Japan produces 23 Soldiers that overcame grueling tasks to earn the ESB. @USARJ_PA @USACIMT @USAGJapan @usarjcg @USArmy @38thADA @EighthArmyKorea @USForcesJapan @USARPAC @16thSMA #ExpertSoldierBadge #ESB2022
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U.S. Army Japan
1 year
U.S. Army Soldiers conduct reload training on a MIM-104 Patriot mobile surface-to-air missile system during Orient Shield 23 at Camp Higashi-Chitose, Japan, September 15, 2023. @NorthernArmy_pr @ModJapan_jp @ModJapan_en @JGSDF_pr @Japan_GSDF @JGSDF_EA_PR @jgsdf_gcc_pao @USARPAC
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U.S. Army Japan
1 year
Approximately 200 soldiers from various units within USARPAC received extensive training in the maintenance and operation of several key weapons systems as part of the USARJ Expert Soldier Badge Weapons Lane program, which took place at Sagami General Depot on April 17.
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U.S. Army Japan
4 years
Col. Jonathan D. Haight, U.S. Army Japan deputy commander, and Command Sgt. Maj. Jerry L. Dodson Jr., USARJ command sergeant major, visited the Contingency Command Post during Tomodachi Rescue Exercise at Camp Itami Feb. 12. #IchiDan
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U.S. Army Japan
3 years
Maj. Gen. Viet X. Luong, U.S. Army Japan commander, visited with Gen. Goro Yuasa, @JGSDF_pr chief of staff, at Ichigaya March 18. This was an opportunity for each to say goodbye to each other in their current positions as Yuasa will be retiring later this month. #IchiDan
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U.S. Army Japan
5 years
CAMP ICHIGAYA, Japan - Megacities 2019 continues July 18. Morning session wraps up with Megacities Operations panel discussion with Brig. Ian Langford, Australian Army; Charles Heal, LA County Sheriff’s Dept.; Peter Ford, G4S; and Lt. Gen. Ryuji Takemoto, JGSDF.
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U.S. Army Japan
4 years
U.S. Army ( @17thFAB & @8thTSC ) and U.S. Marines ( @IIIMEF ) conduct a Joint Amphibious Raid and dry fire long-range precision fires to execute Joint Rapid Equipment Deployment and training in the Ryukyu southwest archipelago island chain Oct. 31, during Exercise Orient Shield 21-1
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U.S. Army Japan
6 months
OKINAWA, Japan - 1-1 ADA (Air Defense Artillery) organized a Joint/Bilateral Chemical, Biological, Radioactive, and Nuclear exercise at Kadena Air Base on Feb. 24. @USFJ_J @USARPAC @INDOPACOM @DeptofDefense @USArmy @94thArmyAMDC @38thADA @JGSDF_pr @Japan_GSDF @10th_SG_Okinawa
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U.S. Army Japan
1 year
Orient Shield 23 Opening Ceremony Orient Shield 23 commenced with an opening ceremony at the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, Northern Army Camp Higashi-Chitose, Japan on September 14. @NorthernArmy_pr @JGSDF_pr @Japan_GSDF @JGSDF_EA_PR @JGSDF_EA_Zama @jgsdf_gcc_pao @USARPAC
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U.S. Army Japan
4 years
Members from 14th Missile Defense Battery, @38thADA took part in a Sushiohama beach clean-up project with local residents from Kyotango on Oct. 4. They worked together to strengthen relationships and preserve this beautiful local treasure. #IchiDan
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U.S. Army Japan
1 year
Rain or Shine, Soldiers from across Japan have been getting after it during Expert Soldier Badge testing this week! The participating Soldiers are more proficient and ready than ever, and each of them have played a part in improving @USArmy #Readiness . #ESB #ESB2023
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