Yokota, the headquarters for U.S. Forces Japan, has signaled 14 black flag days so far this year; the annual average is 23, base spokesman Master Sgt. Nathaniel Allen said by email Wednesday.

Black Flag lead vocalist Mike Vallely performs on stage during the Punk in the Park Festival at the Cow Palace in Daly City, Calif., on Saturday, May 4, 2024. (Jose Carlos Fajardo/Bay Area News Group) ...