Images: Red Bulls participate in Yama Sakura exercise in Japan [Image 2 of 2]
Photo by Master Sgt. Daniel Ewer
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One hundred 34th Red Bull Infantry Division soldiers participated in Yama Sakura 61 at Camp Itami in Osaka, Japan, Jan. 23 to Feb. 5, 2012. Yama Sakura is an annual, bilateral exercise with the Japan Self Defense Force (JSDF) and the U.S. Military. Yama Sakura 61 is a U.S. Army simulation-driven joint-bilateral command post exercise. This is the 30th iteration of the Japan-Based exercise series which is designed to enhance U.S. and Japan combat readiness and interoperability while strengthening bilateral relationships and demonstration U.S. resolve to support the security interests of friends and allies in the region. Experiencing Japanese culture first-hand is a popular method to build relationships during Yama Sakura. On-base cultural activities include learning Japanese calligraphy, drum demonstrations and ceramics painting. Excursions to nearby historical sites are also available. Many Soldiers enjoyed a visit to Kiyomizu-dera, an independent Buddhist temple in eastern Kyoto built in 778. Capt. Greg Ogdahl (lf), of Dayton, Minn. and Chief Warrant Officer Steven Mankowski, of Fort Ripley, Minn., washed their hands before entering the main temple.
Date Taken:01.23.2012
Date Posted:01.28.2012 18:57
Photo ID:515686
VIRIN:120124-A-OX951-022
Location:KYOTO, AICHI, JP
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