U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning IIs assigned to the 4th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, deployed to Kadena Air Base, and Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15J Eagles assigned to the 305th Tactical Fighter Squadron takeoff during Nyutabaru Aviation Training Relocation exercise 26-1 at JASDF Nyutabaru Air Base, Japan, March 10, 2026. Exercises like NATR 26-1 increase readiness and interoperability in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force video by Staff Sgt. Gary Hilton)
Kadena Air Base is preparing to welcome the Okinawan community back for its fourth annual America Fest, scheduled for April 11–12, 2026. Be sure to find out what you need to bring to fully enjoy and experience the event.