On 9th Sept.(Sat), Air Force Ball which was memorialized 59th anniversary of U.S. Air Force establishment, was held at Yokota AB by sponsorship of commander of Yokota Air Base.　Secretariat Ochi and Bandoh and regular member Mr.Yamaoka participated.　And chiefs of NCOs from JASDF units of Iruma and Fuchu AB were invited too.　Outside temperature was over 30℃ with summer heat, but ballroom was well air-conditioned.　Ball was started at 6:00 PM..　After singing of national anthems of both countries, Colonel Goodwin, commander of Yokota AB and 374th Airlift Wing, performed cake-cut and had welcome greeting.　After formal ceremony, about 500 participants enjoyed dancing and talking.　(Reported by secretariat Minamoto)