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    US, Japanese Forces Host Flag Raising Ceremony for Exercise YamaSakura 91 [Image 1 of 11]

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    Two military personnel in green camouflage uniforms are handling a flag at a flagpole on an elevated platform. The flag being prepared appears to be the Australian or New Zealand flag (featuring the Union Jack design). The setting appears to be a formal military or government compound with manicured hedges and modern buildings in the background.

    JAPAN

    09.01.2026

    Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Christian Kibler 

    U.S. Army Japan

    CAMP ASAKA, JAPAN - Japan Ground Self Defense Force Soldiers raise the Australian flag during a flag raising ceremony for Exercise Yama Sakura 91 at Camp Asaka, Japan, Sept. 3, 2026. YS 91 is an annual multilateral CPX hosted by JGSDF and conducted in multiple locations throughout Japan. YS 91 is designed to enhance U.S., Japan and multinational partner combat readiness and interoperability while strengthening multinational relationships and demonstrating U.S. resolve to support the security interests of friends and allies in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Christian Kibler)

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    Date Taken: 09.01.2026
    Date Posted: 09.03.2026 03:45
    Photo ID: 9908359
    VIRIN: 260903-N-CK999-1017
    Resolution: 7326x4884
    Size: 4.7 MB
    Location: JP
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    Two military personnel in green camouflage uniforms are handling a flag at a flagpole on an elevated platform. The flag being prepared appears to be the Australian or New Zealand flag (featuring the Union Jack design). The setting appears to be a formal military or government compound with manicured hedges and modern buildings in the background.
    Three military personnel in camouflage uniforms are conducting a flag-raising ceremony at a formal outdoor plaza. The Australian flag is being raised on one of three flagpoles at what appears to be a military installation or memorial site. The setting features a structured stone plaza with steps, white gravel, and manicured greenery in the background.
    Three military personnel in Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) camouflage uniforms are conducting a flag ceremony at a flagpole. They are wearing white gloves, suggesting a formal or ceremonial procedure. The setting appears to be a well-maintained outdoor area with trees and a tiled platform.
    A female military personnel wearing Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) camouflage uniform is holding a neatly folded flag, identifiable as the United States flag by its visible blue field with white stars and red/white stripes. She is standing in an open paved plaza area with modern buildings and trees visible in the background. The setting appears to be a military or government installation.
    Three military personnel in camouflage uniforms and white gloves are performing a flag ceremony at a flagpole on a tiered stone platform. The soldiers appear to be raising or preparing to raise a folded blue flag, with two handling ropes on either side. The setting appears to be a formal military installation or memorial site surrounded by manicured greenery.
    Three military personnel in camouflage uniforms are conducting a flag ceremony at a formal outdoor plaza, raising or lowering a United States flag at half-staff position on a tall flagpole. The setting appears to be a military installation with a structured ceremonial area featuring tiered stone steps, white gravel, and paved walkways. The overcast sky and lush green trees form the backdrop of this formal military observance.
    Three national flags are displayed on separate flagpoles against an overcast sky. From left to right, the flags of Australia, Japan, and the United States are visible, all appearing to flutter gently in the wind. The setting suggests a formal diplomatic, governmental, or international event venue.
    Three military personnel in Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) camouflage uniforms are performing a formal salute. The foreground soldier has a visible name tag reading 'N. BETSUI' and wears glasses. The scene appears to be an outdoor military ceremony or formation.
    A U.S. Marines service member named Wetzel is photographed rendering a salute in front of a large modern building. The individual is wearing Marine Corps Combat Utility Uniform (MCCUU) in MARPAT woodland camouflage pattern. The setting appears to be a military installation, possibly in Japan based on the visible insignia on the building.
    Three military personnel in camouflage uniforms with white gloves stand at salute before three flagpoles displaying the flags of Australia, Japan, and the United States. The ceremony takes place on a paved plaza with tiered stone steps, surrounded by trees and a dark concrete structure in the background. This appears to be a formal tri-national military flag-raising or ceremonial event.
    A group of military personnel in two distinct camouflage uniforms are engaged in a friendly outdoor meeting or greeting. The interaction appears to involve personnel wearing Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) uniforms and one individual in what appears to be US Marine Corps MARPAT digital camouflage. The atmosphere is relaxed and cordial, with visible smiling and conversation.

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