U.S. Air Force Col. Richard McElhaney, 374th Airlift Wing commander, swings a mallet during the Japan Air Self-Defense Force mochi-pounding ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 11, 2025. The annual event brought U.S. and Japan personnel together for a hands-on cultural exchange that highlighted the traditions strengthening community ties. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Carissa McSwain)
| Date Taken: | 12.11.2025 |
| Date Posted: | 12.17.2025 23:58 |
| Photo ID: | 9441949 |
| VIRIN: | 251211-F-YL411-1070 |
| Resolution: | 5568x3712 |
| Size: | 3.12 MB |
| Location: | YOKOTA AIR BASE, TOKYO, JP |
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