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Marines

Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan

News Stories

Archive: September, 2002

Geisha dolls hark back to bygone era

Though it still exists in certain limited circles, the world of geisha - where women were trained in the arts of music, singing, poetry, dancing and social graces to entertain wealthy men, has all but disappeared from the modern Japanese landscape. The same cannot be said for geisha dolls, which have been produced since the 18th century in Japan,

Radio Boot Camp

Petty Officer 3rd class Devon Wright, American Forces Network Sasebo broadcaster, keeps an eye on the time during a radio show at the AFN Iwakuni station. AFN Iwakuni hosted military broadcasters from around the Pacific Theater for a Radio Boot Camp Aug. 19-23. The broadcasters reviewed a variety of techniques intended to improve show quality for

Ridin' the waves

Iwakuni residents now have another way to beat the summer heat. Marine Corps Community Services recently purchased three new jet skis and are renting them to all qualified service members, family members and Department of Defense civilians. Before getting in the water and hitting the waves however, all riders must attend a safety brief. "People

Ugly Angels looking good

The Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 362 Ugly Angels might have to change their name to the Studly Angels after recently completing a Herculean four-month evolution that began April 1 and took them on a whirlwind tour of the Philippines, Brunei, Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore. The evolution, dubbed "Fish Hook," marked the first time Marines have

Sprint Triathlon tests athletes

Two hundred-twenty Japanese and American triathletes recently braved choppy seas, a blazing sun and their own physical and mental will power in the 15th Annual Sprint Triathlon aboard Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni. The grueling swimming, bicycling and running test of endurance began at 9 a.m. and showcased the athletic ability and spirit of all