It is important to keep your safety in mind while attending Friendship Day. Please practice the following guidelines:

• Keep Hydrated.
• Wear sunblock/use hats or personal umbrellas.
• Wear comfortable shoes.
• Ensure your children carry a contact information sheet of paper in their pocket at all times, with cell phone number of guardians in case they become lost at the event.
• A wristband is available at each screening area. Upon entering the venue, the air station will provide young children with a wristband on which parents can write contact information. This is designed to assist reuniting parents and lost children.
• Have a designated contingency plan and meeting spot in advance.

MCAS Iwakuni requires all visitors to bring valid photo identification.

For Japanese Guests

• Types of acceptable identification for Japanese guests include a passport, driver's license, as well as any other government-issued ID with a photo, full name, date of birth, gender, and address (supplemental paperwork is NOT required).
• Children under the age of 12 will not need to provide identification, however, they will be required to be accompanied by an adult.
• Teenagers (13 yrs to 19 yrs) are required to bring their student ID to verify their age. We are aware that this is an unusual step to ask of our host nation residents, but we are equally sure they will understand the importance of security at this event.
• Guests aged 13 and older who do not bring identification will be denied entry to FD24.

For Non-Japanese Guests

• Non-Japanese guests MUST bring either a passport or residence card (Zairyu Card) to gain access to the air station.

Security Policy

• All visitors to the air station will pass through a security screening checkpoint prior to entry. Please refrain from bringing oversized bags/containers. All bags are subject to search. Oversized bags may slow down the screening process when coming aboard the base.
• Only authorized service dogs are allowed in the venue.  Any other pets are prohibited.
• The station reserves the right to deny entry to anyone for any reason.

All bags are subject to search. Oversized bags may slow down the screening process when coming aboard the base.

• Drones
• Kickboard, Rollerblades
• Pets (except service dogs)
• Any narcotic drug, including marijuana (to include CBD products), and paraphernalia
• Knives, model guns, weapons of any nature
• Firearms, explosives, or fireworks
• Replica weapons and firearms
• BBQ grills
• Glass bottles
• Dangerous instruments - any object/weapon having the capability of inflicting bodily harm on another person (A small personal cigarette lighter is allowed.)
• Alcoholic beverages
• Selfie sticks exceeding 48 inches (1.2 Meters) when fully extended
• Wireless or handheld transmitter/receiver radio devices
• Oversized beach parasols (A handheld single parasol is allowed.)
• Personal tents

• Smoking/Vaping is prohibited in the aircraft static display area. Smoking/vaping is only allowed in designated smoking pits aboard the installation.
• Official Military Uniforms are only to be worn by active duty servicemembers. Visitors should refrain from wearing military-style or any official-duty uniforms aboard the installation during Friendship Day unless they are on official duty.
• Prohibited Political Activities – Political activities, “field tours,” gatherings, speeches, displays, signs, and distribution of political leaflets and materials are strictly prohibited. Political leaflets are not allowed on the base. Please follow the instructions provided by uniformed personnel at all times while on base. We reserve the right to remove anyone in conflict with our security and safety standards or who is interfering with an otherwise enjoyable experience for everyone.