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Japan U.S. Army Corps of Engineers District Website

ALWAYS READY TO BUILD!

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - Japan Engineer District, stands ready to tackle any construction need that America might have. Proudly strengthening America's defense in Japan since 1972, the Japan District works every day to bring peace to the Indo-Pacific region through quality construction for America's warfighters and allies.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Japan Engineer District (USACE JED) is nearing completion on a modern headquarters building designed to significantly enhance logistical support for U.S. forces in Okinawa. Located on Kadena Air Base's Chibana Compound, this facility will soon serve as the new operations center for the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA).

A NEW HOME FOR DLA IN OKINAWA

Japan Engineer District is nearing completion on a modern headquarters building designed to significantly enhance logistical support for U.S. forces in Okinawa. Located on Kadena Air Base's Chibana Compound, this will soon serve as the operations center for the Defense Logistics Agency.

KUDOS TO KOHREY

Brig. Gen. Joseph “Clete” Goetz presents the Director of the Army Safety Risk Management award to Kohrey Hannibal, a construction representative for Japan Engineer District. Hannibal identified a potentially dangerous electrical issues and immediacy acted to correct it.

Members JED team enjoy a group luncheon chili cook-off at the District’s Camp Zama headquarters building. Eight employees competed for the District’s favorite chili award, with a two-way tie for first place being awarded.

2025 CHILI COOK-OFF!

Members of JED enjoy a group luncheon chili cook-off at the District’s Camp Zama headquarters building, February 21, 2025. Eight employees competed for the District’s favorite chili award, with a two-way tie for first place being awarded.

I WANT TO...

Join Our Team!!

Welcome to the Japan District, the engineering and construction agency of choice in Japan! Joining the Japan District is an opportunity to make a lasting contribution to support the Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines and their families living and working in Japan. Join a values-based organization and multi-disciplined workforce of more than 450 skilled civilians, dedicated Soldiers and highly qualified Japanese employees who provide a wide range of engineering and construction support to both U.S. Forces and the Japanese public. Check out what positions we currently have available and start packing your bags for the adventure of a lifetime!

FIND YOURSELF IN JAPAN WITH USACE!