200130-N-EJ241-1075 SAPPORO, Japan (Jan. 30, 2020) - Sailors from Naval Air Facility Misawa and tenant commands sculpt a snow statue during the 71st Annual Sapporo Snow Festival. This is the 37th year the U.S. Navy has participated in the festival, allowing Sailors a unique opportunity to experience Japanese culture and tradition while strengthening the close friendship between the U.S. Navy and the citizens of Japan. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jan David De Luna Mercado)