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    USARJ G-1 Hosts Bilateral Engagement with JGSDF Personnel Leaders [Image 3 of 6]

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    The image shows a military greeting ceremony taking place indoors, where a soldier in Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) camouflage uniform is shaking hands with a U.S. Army soldier in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform. Two additional U.S. Army soldiers are visible in the background observing the exchange. The setting appears to be a military building lobby or reception area.

    KANAGAWA, JAPAN

    08.04.2026

    Photo by Momoko Shindo 

    U.S. Army Japan

    CAMP ZAMA, Japan — U.S. Army Japan G-1 hosted a bilateral luncheon with leaders from the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Personnel and Education Department, Ground Staff Office, at the Camp Zama Community Club on Aug. 5.

    The engagement brought together Maj. Gen. Makino and members of the Ground Staff Office with Col. Joseph F. Huggins, Director of Army Reserve Affairs; Sgt. Maj. John W. Franks, Army Reserve Affairs Senior Enlisted Advisor; Lt. Col. Bradford S. Whiting, Assistant Chief of Staff, G-1. The leaders discussed key human resources and personnel management programs, exchanged perspectives on personnel readiness and professional development, and strengthened coordination between their respective organizations.

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    Date Taken: 08.04.2026
    Date Posted: 08.11.2026 03:10
    Photo ID: 9855693
    VIRIN: 260804-O-WO296-2380
    Resolution: 2100x1401
    Size: 1005.15 KB
    Location: KANAGAWA, JP
    Web Views: 2
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    A formal group photograph of approximately 13 individuals, the majority wearing military uniforms of two distinct camouflage patterns, suggesting a multinational military gathering or bilateral meeting. Two civilians, one woman and one man in business attire, stand at the far right of the group. The setting appears to be an indoor conference or hotel facility with decorative wall paneling.
    A U.S. Army soldier identified by name tape as 'HUGGINS' is seated at a formal dining table with red tablecloth, engaged in conversation with personnel wearing what appear to be Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force camouflage uniforms. A civilian woman in a black jacket is seated nearby, appearing to take notes. The setting suggests a formal military liaison or bilateral meeting meal.
    The image shows a military greeting ceremony taking place indoors, where a soldier in Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) camouflage uniform is shaking hands with a U.S. Army soldier in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform. Two additional U.S. Army soldiers are visible in the background observing the exchange. The setting appears to be a military building lobby or reception area.
    A U.S. Army soldier identified by name tape as 'WHITING' is seated at a formal dining table alongside a civilian woman wearing a lanyard/badge. The setting appears to be an official military dining event or meeting, likely involving multinational participants given the visible camouflage uniform of another individual across the table. The table is set with a red tablecloth, glassware, and place settings consistent with a formal luncheon or dinner engagement.
    A formal military meeting or luncheon is taking place at a long rectangular table covered with a red tablecloth and white skirting. Personnel in U.S. Army camouflage uniforms (OCP pattern) are seated on the left side, facing personnel in what appears to be Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force camouflage uniforms on the right side. The setting suggests a bilateral military exchange or liaison meeting in a conference or banquet room.
    Two military personnel are seated at a formally set dining table with a red tablecloth, engaged in conversation. The individual facing the camera wears a Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) camouflage uniform with a name tag reading 'MAKINO' and a blue lanyard with a badge. The person with their back to the camera appears to wear a US military MultiCam/OCP uniform, suggesting a bilateral military meeting or luncheon.

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