Yokota AB

Yokota Air Base serves as the host base for Headquarters, United States Forces Japan and Fifth Air Force.

The 374th Airlift Wing executes rapid global mobility through agile airlift operations across the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. It is responsible to the 5th Air Force commander for C-130J, UH-1N and C-12J operations including tactical air-land, airdrop, aeromedical and distinguished visitor airlift. As the primary Western Pacific airlift hub for peacetime and contingency operations, the wing provides airlift for the movement of passengers, cargo and mail to all Department of Defense agencies in the Pacific area of responsibility and provides transport for people and equipment throughout the Kanto Plain and the Tokyo metropolitan area. During peacetime, the 374th Airlift Wing maintains a constant state of readiness by participating in joint training exercises.

Mission: Project the Joint Force through agile airlift and support operations across the Indo-Pacific.

Vision: A diverse team of professional Airmen working with our allies and partners to uphold a free and open Indo-Pacific.

Priorities: Execute the mission today and tomorrow, strengthening alliances and partnerships, & caring for the community.

Moving to Japan can be challenging, especially if you plan on bringing your pet(s) with you. However, having the proper paperwork and being proactive can make the process a smoother and less stressful one for you and your animal.

Although some of Yokota's Military Family Housing units do not allow pets, members may be given the option to be wait-listed for on-base housing which do allow them. Pet boarding fees are expensive in Japan and can be overwhelming for families if on-base housing is unavailable or not immediately available. Please ask your sponsor for more information or refer to the Japan District Veterinary Command (JDVC) website. 

Passports and Visas

Ensure member and/or dependents have the required passports and/or visa prior to final out-processing.  Member and/or dependents are not allowed to final out-process without the required passports/visas in hand for themselves (if applicable) and/or dependents. These actions are necessary to prevent unforeseen hardships to military members and their families.  Members electing the accompanied tour will not be permitted to out-process without having the required passports/visas in hand for themselves (if applicable).  

Defense Service Network (DSN) Dialing Instructions

The DSN is the provider of long-distance communications service for the Department of Defense (DoD). Every installation has a special DSN number and the numbers vary by world-wide location. In order to place a call using DSN, the caller must be using a military phone on an installation. Cell phones cannot dial DSN numbers. When dialing a DSN number from a United States installation to another United States installation, it is unnecessary to dial the DSN 312 area code. When dialing a DSN number to/from overseas locations, the DSN area code must be included. The Yokota Air Base operator can be reached at commercial DSN 315-225-1110. Contact your sponsor or unit representative for specific DSN or commercial numbers.