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    US and Japan Forces complete YS91 Cyber Academy [Image 5 of 5]

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    A U.S. Army soldier in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform is exchanging a coin or small item with a member of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF), in what appears to be a formal military coin ceremony. Three JGSDF soldiers in their distinctive pixelated camouflage uniforms are present, with two bowing slightly in a gesture of respect. The setting suggests a bilateral military exchange or joint training event.

    CHITOSE, HOKKAIDO, JAPAN

    09.03.2026

    Photo by Sgt. Keyra Moolenaar 

    U.S. Army Japan

    U.S. Army Lt. Col. Sean P. McCafferty, assistant chief of staff G6, U.S. Army Japan, presents a member of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force personnel with a challenge coin at Camp Higashi-Chitose, Japan, Sep. 04, 2026. Cyber operations training enhances trilateral combat readiness alongside traditional ground maneuvers. (U.S. Army photo by Keyra Moolenaar)

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    Date Taken: 09.03.2026
    Date Posted: 09.04.2026 04:12
    Photo ID: 9912934
    VIRIN: 260903-A-PI848-9255
    Resolution: 4885x3257
    Size: 3.13 MB
    Location: CHITOSE, HOKKAIDO, JP
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    A U.S. Army soldier and a Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) soldier are engaged in a collaborative activity at a table, appearing to exchange or sign items such as t-shirts. The setting appears to be an indoor facility in Japan, evidenced by the red fire hydrant cabinet on the wall with Japanese characters reading '消火栓' (fire hydrant/hose cabinet). This appears to be a bilateral military exchange or goodwill event.
    A green t-shirt commemorating 'Yama Sakura 91' military exercise is laid flat on a wooden table and is being signed with markers. The shirt features a circular graphic design with cherry blossoms, a samurai figure, Mount Fuji, and the flags of the United States, Japan, and Australia, along with the year 2026 and the location 'Hokkaido'. Multiple signatures in both English and Japanese characters are already visible on the shirt.
    Five military personnel pose together for a photo, with three Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force soldiers wearing 'Interpreter' armbands in both English and Japanese kanji. Four of the five individuals are holding challenge coins or medallions. The setting appears to be an indoor military briefing room with a projected emblem showing US, Japanese, and Australian flags, suggesting a multinational military exercise or event.
    A group of approximately 16 military personnel and two civilians pose for a formal group photo in front of a projection screen. The group includes soldiers wearing U.S. Army camouflage uniforms (OCP pattern) and what appear to be Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force uniforms, suggesting a joint military exercise or event. The projection screen behind them displays what appears to be a 'Yama Sakura' exercise logo, indicating this is likely a U.S.-Japan bilateral military exercise.
    A U.S. Army soldier in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform is exchanging a coin or small item with a member of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF), in what appears to be a formal military coin ceremony. Three JGSDF soldiers in their distinctive pixelated camouflage uniforms are present, with two bowing slightly in a gesture of respect. The setting suggests a bilateral military exchange or joint training event.

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