SAPPORO, Japan (Jan. 31, 2023) - Culinary Specialist 2nd Class Matthew Avery Poole, assigned to Naval Air Facility Misawa, adds water to snow to create finer detail for a snow sculpture of a Navy ship’s bow during the 73rd Annual Sapporo Snow Festival. This is the 38th year the Navy has participated in the festival, allowing Sailors a unique opportunity to experience Japanese culture and tradition while strengthening the close friendship between the Navy and the citizens of Japan.

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