Japan Air Self Defense-Force members prepare the smashed mochi for consumption during a mochi-pounding ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 13, 2024. This centuries-old Japanese tradition celebrates the New Year by blending history, culture, and community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)
| Date Taken: | 12.13.2024 |
| Date Posted: | 12.16.2024 19:14 |
| Photo ID: | 8803768 |
| VIRIN: | 241213-F-LX373-1094 |
| Resolution: | 8256x5504 |
| Size: | 9.18 MB |
| Location: | YOKOTA AIR BASE, TOKYO, JP |
| Web Views: | 11 |
| Downloads: | 2 |
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