Chief Culinary Specialist Teofisto Castrence high-fives a student from Terao Elementary at the NEX Food Court on Naval Air Facility Atsugi during an English practice session. Volunteer opportunities with the local Japanese communities, such as English practice with elementary school students, helps strengthen the U.S.-Japan alliance and promotes a strong friendship with those communities. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kegan E. Kay/Released)