On 9th December, Brig.Gen. Brett T.William, Commander of 18th Wing, opened Christmas party at Kadena Air Base.　Member Ishidzu, head of Naha branch, secretariat Ochi, Enoki and Takahashi from JAAGA attended to this party.　Local residents, USAF airmen and ASDF members, totally about 100 people were invited.　 Commander's residence was decollated lots with many red and green ornaments.　We could have gorgeous dinner and pleasant conversation.　Events like as Christmas Chorus by high school choir and Santa Claus appearance were performed.　We appreciated for their warm hospitality, and we enjoyed Christmas event in Okinawa.　During the conversation between commander and us, we expressed our sincere appreciation for the cooperation and support to JAAGA, and Gen.William said us "Thank you for coming to Kadena from so far away and we will keep company with JAAGA in future".　(Reported by secretariat Kenji Takahashi)