February Venture 2023

18 FSS VALENTINE’S DAY SPECIALS

18 FSS PRESENTS HALESTORM

Light the Night with Lanterns FEBRUARY 2023

BIG GAME PARTIES KADENA CLUBS

CONTENTS

6 CLUBS Officers’ Club

Rocker Enlisted Club

18 FOOD Chili’s

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FSS Monthly Specials

26 TRAVEL Okuma Beach

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Kadena ITT

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FEATURE

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FAMILY

ITT: Light the Night with Lanterns

Military & Family Readiness Center Kadena Base Library Schilling Community Center Karing Kennels Teen Center Education & Training Center Youth Sports & Fitness Center School Age Care Child Development Center Family Child Care

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RECREATION

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#FINDSOMETHING SPECIAL

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JAPANESE PAGES

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Find and click on Shisa throughout the online version of Venture magazine for an interactive experience: www.kadenafss.com

Kadena Golf Complex Emery Lanes Outdoor Recreation Aero Club Kadena Fitness & Sports Complex Aquatics Kadena Marina Shogun Auto Care Center Arts & Crafts Center

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CULTRUAL CORNER

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RESOURCES

Setsubun: Happy First Day of Spring

FSS Calender Facility Phone Numbers & Hours of Operation

Facility programs, event hours, and dates are subject to change.

Venture magazine is designed to inform and entertain the individuals who use Kadena FSS. For article source information, please contact 18 FSS Marketing. The opinions expressed herein are not necessarily those of Kadena Air Base, DoD, or the U.S. Air Force. For information on Venture magazine, call 18 FSS Marketing at 634-5078 or email venture@kadenafss.com. Interested in advertising or commercial sponsorship? Visit www.kadenafss.com/more/sponsorship or email sponsorship@kadenafss.com.

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COMMAND 18th Force Support Squadron Director Mr. Kevin M. Sorenson Deputy Commander Mrs. Cindy Woolley 718th Force Support Squadron Commander Lt Col Gina M. Schneider Deputy Director Mrs. Michelle D. Coover

MARKETING Marketing Director Lia Davis Video Producer Att Eachus Art Director Yuka Taira Writer/Editor Janelle Rivera Lead Account Executive Tasha Acosta Account Executive Andrew Robinson Shawna Lucas Operations Assistant Ela Toombs Web Content Manager Tia Rose Photographer Jamie Acton

EDITOR’S LETTER As the stores fill up with heart-shaped chocolates, romantic cards, cute teddy bears, blooming bouquets, and Valentine’s Day decorations, Kadena FSS has also prepared our own version of celebrating love month. If you’re still at a loss on what to do or what to buy your loved one, flip through this month’s pages for lots of Valentine’s Day specials all month long. Begin your celebration on the right track and run to the Risner Fitness Center for their Valentine’s Day Fit Camp and devour on a delicious meal at our FSS restaurants. Once full, you can then enjoy different activities with Arts & Crafts, Emery Lanes, the Marina, and more! Valentine’s Day isn’t just for your human loved ones! You can also find mew love at Karing Kennels with their half off cat adoptions all month long!

February holds many events; it is also The Big Game month and Enlisted and Officers’ Clubs are hosting parties, so don’t forget to wear your jersey and put your game face on! Get your beads out and rock them for Mardi Gras at the Officers’ Club and celebrate Fat Tuesday on a Friday and eat some king cake.

There’s more! This month is the first ever February Fury Smash Bros Tournament. Show off your gaming skills and head over to the Schilling Community Center for a friendly competition of Super Smash Bros and win $5k worth in prizes.

What I’m most excited about is whale watching and cherry blossoms! Watch the whales as they rise to the surface with ITT and the Marina! These humpback whales migrate to the waters of Okinawa during the fall and winter so be sure to take advantage of this amazing opportunity! You can even take your loved one on this trip as their Valentine’s Day present! What better present can you give than the gift of experience!

If you want to see the ever-majestic Cherry Blossoms or “Sakura,” they are still in bloom! Okinawa is the first place to witness this fleeting beauty in Japan so say hello to Spring with these delicate, pink flowers everywhere surrounding the island before they wilt. Get your cameras ready and capture Instagramworthy photos as you tour Sakura sights only with ITT. No matter what you end up doing this Valentine’s Day, I hope it is filled with happiness and love! Whether you plan on celebrating love month with your loved one, friends, family, or with your fur babies, Kadena FSS is here to make it extra special for you!

Don’t forget to remain thankful no matter the circumstances coming your way! Till next month!

Graphics Yoshihiro Higa Takako Uehara Yuka Kinjo Yasuhiro Nerome Megumi Kohama Janelle Rivera Writer/Editor

KADENA OFFICERS’ CLUB First Friday Social Hour

Friday, 3 February • 5 - 7 pm Weekender Lounge FREE • O’Club members A fun night of music and drink specials! Club members will have the chance to win $75, $ 125, or our progressive jackpot as well as amazing door prizes. Open to adult club members only.

CELEBRATION

Sport’s Night

Friday, 3 February • 7 pm - 2 am Weekender Lounge • FREE admission It’ll be a night filled with music, games, dancing, and a special drink menu. Show your support by wearing your “TEAM Jersey”. Open to officer ranks and civilian equivalents. ADULTS ONLY.

Weekly Friday Social Hour

Fridays • 5 - 7 pm • Weekender Lounge FREE • O’Club members Come out and socialize with friends and coworkers as you enjoy our hors d’oeuvres, drink specials, and more food. Club members will get a chance to win $75, $125, or our progressive jackpot. Open to adult club members only.

Maintenance Day

Tuesday, 7 February The Officers’ Club buffet will be closed. Café Latte will be closed for breakfast and lunch, and will reopen at 4 pm. The game rooms and customer service will be open regular hours.

Officers’ Club Barber Shop

Monday - Saturday • 9 am - 5 pm Get a great haircut at a terrific price, only $7!

All ranks are welcome.

Kadena Officers’ Club 966-7409 | Bldg 313 Across from Shogun Inn

Friday, 17 February • 7 pm - 2 am Weekender Lounge FREE admission Let the good times roll! Come for the beads; stay for the fun. We can’t wait for Fat Tuesday, so we’re celebrating early with a Fat Friday. An exciting night with drink specials, games, and king cake! Guests will have the chance to win amazing door prizes.

Open to officer ranks and civilian equivalents. ADULTS ONLY.

C L U B S

February

February Barrio Fiesta

Monday, 6 February • 11 am - 1:30 pm $ 13.95 • Ages 13 & over ($1 Member discount) $ 7.95 • Ages 5 - 12 Free • Ages 4 & under Come celebrate with delicious cuisine from the Philippines! This special buffet is offered once a month, so don’t miss your chance!

Kiddie Disco

Wednesday, 15 February 5:30 - 7:30 pm • Kudaka Ballroom $ 12 • Ages 13 & over ($2 Member discount) $ 8 • Ages 4 - 12 ($1 Member discount) $ 5 • Ages 3 & under Time to get out of the house and play some amazing games! Bring your kids in for a night of costumes, food, and fun! We’ll have adult and children buffets, kiddie games, and great music. Sign up at the customer service desk from 1 to 14 February. No refunds after 10 pm on 14 February. Open to all ranks and services.

Wednesday, 8 February 5:30 - 7 pm Kudaka Ballroom FREE • O’Club members

Family Membership Night

Wednesday, 22 February • 5:30 - 7:30 pm Kudaka Ballroom $ 12 • Ages 13 & over FREE • Ages 12 & under Bring your family to dinner! Fun games and door prizes happening. Must be present to win. Sign up at the customer service desk from 1 to 21 February. No Refunds after 10 pm on 21 February.

Weekday Lunch Fare

Monday - Friday • 11 am - 1:30 pm $ 13.95 • Ages 13 & over ($1 Member discount) $ 7.95 • Ages 5 - 12 | Free • Ages 4 & under Monday • Asian Buffet Tuesday • Mexican Buffet Wednesday • Wildcard Buffet Thursday • All-American BBQ Buffet Friday • Seafood Buffet

Champagne Brunch

Come enjoy a delicious dinner and stay for the chance to win amazing door prizes.

Sign up at the customer service desk from 1 to 8 February.

Sundays • 9:30 am - 2 pm $ 21.95 • Ages 13 & over ($2 Member discount) $ 10.95 • Ages 5 - 12 ($1 Member discount) $ 4.00 • Ages 4 & under Add crab legs to your buffet: $ 17 • Full pound Enjoy some of our most popular items, including peel-and-eat shrimp, carved beef, salads, an array of breakfast and lunch items, assorted desserts, and so much more! Open to all ranks and services.

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Kadena Officers’ Club

2023 Monday, 13 February • Weekender Lounge FREE • O’Club members | $15 • Nonmembers 6:30 am • Breakfast Buffet Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Toast, Orange Juice, Coffee, & more!

Halftime • Tailgating Lunch Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, & more!

Spend the day relaxing with us while you watch “The Big Game.” We’ll take care of everything: from breakfast & lunch, to prizes! Open to officer ranks and civilian equivalents. Must be a Club Member to claim prizes.

Kadena Officers’ Club 966-7409 | Bldg 313 Across from Shogun Inn

Sponsored in part by No federal endorsement of sponsor intended.

Sunday, 12 February • 2 - 8 pm F R E E Officers’ Club Back Parking Lot A d m i s s i o n Get in the mood for the BIG GAME with a block party for the whole family: electrifying live entertainment by local artists and Headliner band HALESTORM! The Oki Ohana Food truck, OkiSmokes, popcorn, and beer tent will be serving up all the comfort food you crave.

Giveaways, face painting, and kid friendly entertainment on-site

Please drink responsibly

Kadena Officers’ Club 966-7409

C L U B S

Friday, 24 March 6 - 10 pm

Saturday, 25 March 5 - 9 pm

Shiraho Ballroom | $60 ($10 Member discount) Open to all ranks and services ages 20 and over

No federal endorsement of sponsor intended.

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Rocker Enlisted Club • 966-7372 | Bldg 622

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MONDAY, 13 FEBRUARY SHIRAHO BALLROOM Doors open at 7 am | Breakfast 7 - 9 am Snacks & Refreshments at Halftime Free • E’ Club members | $15 • Nonmembers Grab your friends and join us for some great football, food, and prizes!

Open to enlisted ranks and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over.

Must be a Club Member in good standing to claim prizes.

Games • Guess the Score Game • Touchdown Celebration Dance Contest

Prizes Big Screen TV, Recliner, all 32 NFL Jerseys, and much more.

Kazoku Place is closed for breakfast and lunch, and will reopen at 4 pm.

Hanabi’s open for game viewing.

Rocker Enlisted Club • 966-7372 | Bldg 622

C L U B S

ROCKER ENLISTED CLUB Membership Night

Wednesday, 15 February Buffet • 5:30 - 7 pm • Shiraho Ballroom Door prizes each night. Must be present to win. Open to Enlisted Club members and civilian equivalents ages 18 and older. Kazoku Place will be closed for night dining.

Sponsored in part by:

No federal endorsement of sponsors intended.

National Pizza Day

Thursday, 9 February Banyan Tree Pizza & Grill In honor of National Pizza Day, you can get $2 off any large pizza. Come take advantage of this offer and enjoy some delicious pizza. Dine in only!

National Muffin Day

Monday, 20 February Club members get a free muffin with a purchase of a coffee at the Daily Grind Café! While supplies last.

Maintenance Day

Monday, 6 February Hanabi’s and Kazoku Place will be closed for breakfast and lunch, and will reopen at 4 pm. Daily Grind, customer service, and game room are open regular hours.

Thursday, 23 February

Shiraho Ballroom | Buffet • 5 - 7 pm 10 • Adults | Free • Ages 17 & under

$

PRIZE GIVEAWAYS FOOD BUFFET and GREAT MUSIC THROUGHOUT THE NIGHT! Open to Enlisted Club members, civilian equivalents, and their families.

Pick up your tickets at customer service starting 1 February.

Kazoku Place is closed for night dining.

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Spend a romantic evening with your special someone!

100 • Per couple ($10 Member discount) Last seating at 8 pm.

Sign-up starts on 1 February at Customer Service. $

ROCKER LOUNGE Friday & Saturday • 9 pm - 2 am Wear your dancing shoes and get your party on with our live DJ playing charttopping hits (Hip Hop, R&B, Latin and more). Open to all enlisted ranks and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over.

Last Friday Super Social Hour

Friday, 24 February • 5 - 7 pm Come out and socialize with friends and coworkers while enjoying our expanded hors d’oeuvres and drink specials.

Get a chance to win $75, $125, or our progressive jackpot as well as amazing door prizes. Open to Enlisted Club members and civilian equivalents ages 18 and older only.

Weekly Friday Social Hour

Fridays • 5 - 7 pm Cheers to the weekend! We’ll have amazing food, and club members will have the chance to win $75, $125, or our progressive jackpot. Open to Enlisted Club members and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over only.

HANABI’S RESTAURANT & BAR Sun - Thu • 11 am - 10 pm Fri & Sat • 11 am - 2 am Come enjoy our great selection of craft beers, delicious Asian cuisine, and mouth-watering burgers while you play pool, darts, and more — seven days a week. Open to all ranks and services.

Thursdays, beginning 9 February

Hanabi’s

Registration ends 8 February

Roczam

Sundays • 7 - 9 pm Free • Club members | $5 • Nonmembers This is a new age version of “Name that Tune” Bingo style. Two members per team (minimum of 8 participants) Prizes awarded to winning teams! Open to all ranks and services 18 and over.

Sing your heart out and show them what you got during this 8-week competition. Open to all ranks and services.

Finale • Saturday, 1 April

Rocker Enlisted Club 966-7372 | Bldg 622

FIRST PLACE

500 cash and 500 towards a unit party $

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SECOND PLACE

300 cash and 300 towards a unit party $

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THIRD PLACE

150 cash and $150 towards a unit party $

C L U B S

Soap Opera Night Bingo

Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays 7 pm

500 Night Bingo

$

Monday, 20 February 6 pm

Please see our Bingo representative for more details.

Mondays • 7 pm All book games have a payout of $500!

750 Night Bingo

$

Saturdays • 6 pm All book games have a payout of $750!

Bingo Appreciation

Sunday, 26 February • 7 pm

Open to all ranks and services ages 18 and over.

Rocker Enlisted Club • 966-7372 | Bldg 622

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Sign up at the Rocker Enlisted Club or the Officers’ Club Customer Service desk.

Not sure what’s for dinner? Let the Rocker handle it.

DRIVE-BY DINNERS THURSDAYS • 4:30 - 6:30 PM

10 Per person $

($2 Member discount)

2 February Chicken Adobo with steamed rice and vegetable pancit 9 February Lasagna with garlic bread and house salad 16 February BBQ Chicken with salad, baked beans, and corn muffin 23 February Chicken Enchilada with Spanish rice and refried beans Limited quantities available so come early.

Just pull up to the curb at the Rocker

Enlisted Club entrance.

C L U B S

KAZOKU PLACE Sunday Breakfast

Tuesdays • 4 - 9 pm Kazoku Place

Sundays • 8 am - 2 pm $ 12.95 • Ages 13 & over ($2 Member discount) $ 6.95 • Ages 5 - 12 ($1 Member discount) $ 3.95 • Ages 3 - 4 Free • Ages 2 & under Make a new tradition and enjoy our all-youcan-eat breakfast buffet with family and friends every Sunday.

BBQ Rib Night Special

• Shrimp and Vegetable Tempura • Baked Ziti Primavera with Garlic Bread

• London Broil • Baked Garlic Half Chicken

Each entrée comes with a choice of house salad or cup of soup, two sides, and fresh bread unless otherwise noted.

Dine in only. Not available for to go or pick up.

Mondays • 4 - 9 pm Devour a 1/2 or full rack of BBQ glazed baby back ribs served with a choice of two sides: cornbread or rolls, and soup or salad.

Wednesdays Kids Night Special

Kids ages 10 and under eat free off the Kids Menu with a purchase of an adult entrée. Dine in only.

Statehood Admission Day

Friday, 10 February • 7 - 10:30 am This month’s lucky states are Arizona, Oregon, and Massachusetts. Please show your driver’s license or stateside ID and active Enlisted Club membership to receive a FREE mini breakfast buffet!

Mongolian BBQ Night

Wednesday, 22 February • 5 - 8 pm Shiraho Ballroom Build your own stir fry meal with our fresh and delicious ingredients. Include all the ingredients or pick the ones you like; it’s all up to you! *Kazoku Place is closed for dinner.

Retiree Club Member Appreciation

Fridays • 7 - 10:30 am | Saturdays • 7 am - 2 pm Kazoku Place 10.95 • Ages 13 & over ($1 Member discount) $ 5.95 • Ages 5 - 12 ($1 Member discount) $ 3.00 • Ages 3 - 4 | Free • Ages 2 & under

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Grab a quick bite to get your day started right! Choose from classic breakfast options like mini-pancakes, scrambled eggs, and country potatoes.

Friday, 24 February • 6 am - 2 pm Retirees receive an additional $1 discount with a purchase of a full breakfast or lunch entrée. Must be a club member with a retired military ID and an active Enlisted Club Card to receive the discount.

Kazoku Place

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BANYAN TREE PIZZA & GRILL DELIVERY

Let us do the work!

We offer delivery!

966-7375 • 036-868-2274 Sunday - Thursday • Noon - 10 pm Friday - Saturday • Noon - Midnight

(For Kadena AB and Chibana military housing only) https://orderonlinemenu.com/BanyanTreePizzaGrill

Scan this code to order online!

Come to the Rocker Enlisted Club to order your baked goods prepared by our talented bakers. We offer an assortment of donuts, cookies, tarts, pies, and specialty cakes that you can personalize for any occasion.

Monday - Friday • 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Stop by the Rocker Enlisted Club or call 966-7408 for more information.

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ENJOY A DATE NIGHT IN WITH OUR DELICIOUS FOOD FROM THE COMFORT OF YOUR OWN HOME.

Scan the QR code to order online for pick-up or delivery. @KadenaIJW

Monday - Sunday • 11 am - 10 pm DSN 966-7250 or 036-868-2258 | Bldg 337

FOOD TRUCK

The truck stops here

Retirements, Birthday Parties, End of School Bash, & more!

Reserve the Chili’s food truck for your next big event!

DSN 966-7359 or 010-1512-672-7359 | Bldg 337

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Rich cheesecake, rolled in crunchy corn flakes, fried golden brown and served with caramel sauce, chocolate sauce, and a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Call to place your order DSN 966-7360 or 036-868-2209 | Bldg 337

ORDER ONLINE! orderonlinemenu.com/kadenachilis

Be your own cheap date and enjoy a

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Grand Romance Margarita!

Delivery • 11 am - 10 pm Kadenafss.com/delivery DSN 966-7366 or 036-868-2210

Chili’s Grill & Bar DSN 966-7359 or 010-1512-672-7359 | Bldg 105

Kadena FSS February Specials

Banyan Tree Pizza & Grill Shrimp Scampi $17.95

Spoil your tastebuds with our elegant Shrimp Scampi, which features fresh shrimp with creamy Alfredo sauce, garlic, and not just one, but two cheeses: mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. This will be the perfect meal to enjoy with your family and friends!

Café Latte Chocolate Chunk Pancakes with Raspberry Sauce $7.95

February is the month of love, and nothing says love more than chocolate and raspberries.

Strikers Café Four Cheese Bacon Burger $7.50

The more cheese, the cheesier! Enjoy our cheesierthan-ever burger, which features melted pepper jack, cheddar, Swiss, and American cheeses on a juicy halfpound patty with crispy bacon and fry sauce, served with french fries!

Café Latte Sweet Potato & Black Bean Bowl with Chimichurri Dressing $9.95

Roasted sweet potatoes, hearty black beans, avocado, and crispy red peppers topped with refreshing chimichurri sauce, served over rice

F O O D

AirPower Café Sesame Chicken Ginger Bowl $10.75

Fried chicken, pepper, onion, carrots, broccoli, potatoes, rice, and Sesame Ginger sauce.

Seaside Chicken Parmigiana! $16.95

Love is in the air at Seaside with a lightly breaded chicken breast, topped with marinara sauce & mozzarella cheese.

Served with butter garlic noodles and your choice of side.

Also, enjoy our special V-day dessert from 11 - 14 Feb!

RisN’ Shine Cupid’s Chocolate Dream Smoothie $4.50

Cocoa powder, chocolate almond milk, dark chocolate chips, whipped cream, and ice.

Chippers Philly Cheesesteak Pizza $18

Caramelized onions, chopped steak, served with or without bell peppers upon guests’ requests.

Tee House Tacos $8.50

Beef tacos with cheese, lettuce, tomato, sour cream, and salsa

Okuma Surfside Grill & Bar Eggplant Parmigiana Pizza $16.95

This delicious pizza features thinly sliced, fresh local eggplant with our homemade pizza sauce, topped with with mozzarella cheese, breadcrumbs, a sprinkle of Parmesan, and baked to a crispy, golden brown.

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This month’s edition of #FindSomethingSpecial is a mix of activities you can enjoy on this beautiful island. We wanted to highlight different aspects of Okinawa that many people are interested to venture out on whenever they visit a new place, let alone a different country. From food, attractions, to water or land activities, this island has got it all; waiting for you to explore with your friends and family. @shotsbyheynuh’s photo features her gorgeous babies posing in front of a Pokémon Poké Ball while enjoying the lights and attractions at the Southeast Botanical Garden Illuminations. She made sure to dress them up to match the Pokémon themed section of the garden. We love how the lights illuminate baby Pikachu sitting on the grass coming out of the Poké Ball while “Ash” waits outside. Want cute photos like this?

Head to the Southeast Botanical Garden Illuminations now! @purely_pam and her family pose for a photo in front of this cute, pink vending machine door that leads to an aesthetic café in Naha City. This photo is one of many that shows how artistic and creative Japan is when it comes to the little things – even with an entrance of a café!

This inspired us to think outside the box more! Only in Okinawa can you open a vending machine that leads you to a new world! You never know where a hidden door takes you! @purely_pam

@allredabroad dove into the Okinawa marine life and spotted a sea turtle! She didn’t think twice and swam closer to it to capture this amazing photo featuring the clear waters of the island as the sun shines all the way to the bottom of the ocean. I love how this photo displays her diving into the water to witness the amazing sea life Okinawa has in store for all of us!

Don’t forget to tag us when you #FindSomethingSpecial for a chance to be featured in our upcoming issues of Venture Magazine!

@allredabroad

OKUMA BEACH

CAMPING WITH PETS

Football Mania

Monday, 13 February Come hang out at the Surfside Lounge for some football mania! A breakfast buffet will be available from 8 to 10 am.

Enjoy lunchtime food specials and games during halftime.

Romantic Dinner

Saturday, 11 February • 5 - 8:30 pm $ 70 • Per couple | $40 • Per person Experience an enchanting evening at Okuma Beach and enjoy a 4-course meal exquisitely prepared by our talented chefs.

Choose a main dish from several options.

Comes with soup & salad, roasted garlic potatoes, along with selected vegetables, dessert plate, and a glass of champagne.

Please contact Surfside Grill & Bar at 098-962-1805 for availability.

Friday - Sunday, 3 - 5 February Okuma.KadenaFSS.com facebook.com/theokumabeach @okumabeach Okuma Beach • 631-1990 Lodging Reservations • 631-1991 Surfside Grill & Bar • 098-962-1805 Okuma Outdoor Recreation • 631-1815 Located 51 miles north of Kadena Air Base

Hillside Campground and access to West Beach Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Restrictions may apply. *Pets must be properly immunized. Proof of vaccination records are required.

Powdered Paws

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Saturday, 4 February

20* • Per person (Cash only)

$

Manager’s Massage Deal

1 October - 23 March 2023 Book a massage and receive $10 off your stay. Restrictions may apply.

Appointments available 10 am - 6 pm Hawaiian Massage (oil massage) or Aroma Massage (scented oil massage) $ 75 • 60 min | $100 • 90 min $ 120 • 120 min Facial Treatment $ 45 • 30 min | $65 • 60 min* *Includes face, upper chest, neck, head Shiatsu Massage (dry massage) $ 40 • 30 min | $55 • 45 min Ear Reflexology $ 40 • 30 min *24 hours in advance reservation required.

For details, please call 098-962-1990 or 090-3795-8688, 8 am - 5 pm.

Sweet Cabana Deal

1 October - 23 March 2023 Sunday - Thursday • Excludes Holidays Looking for a great deal? Check out our Sweet Cabana Deal!

Save 20% off a 2-night stay. Includes breakfast for two in any Okuma Suite, Suite Plus, Studio, or Studio Premier.

Restrictions may apply. Call to reserve.

Join us for a 2K fun run/walk with your furry buddies as you get blasted with colorful chalk powder! Prizes awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place participants.

8:30 am • Register at Hillside Campground 9 am • Various Dog Contests 10 am • Race starts

Camp Under the Stars

1 October - 23 March 2023 $ 6 • Per night Sit around the campfire with friends and family as you listen to the sound of the waves, while admiring the stars and roasting s’mores.

*Price includes registration fee, a T-shirt, and a doggy bag (poop bags and treats).

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T R AVEL

KADENA ITT Strawberry Picking

40 • Ages 13 & over 30 • Ages 7 - 12 | $20 • Ages 2 - 6 $ 6 • Ages 1 & under Head to an organic strawberry farm and eat all you can pick in 30 minutes!

Then, visit a Nago glass-blowing factory to decorate your own photo frame. Photo frame decorating only available for ages 7 & over.

$ $

Tangerine Picking

20 • Ages 6 & over | 6 • Ages 5 & under Okinawa’s mild winters and subtropical climate are ideal for growing a wide variety of fruits and vegetables, making tankan season unique to the region! Pick your own tangerines, and take home up to 1 kg! Tangerines are not included for ages 5 & under.

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Southeast Botanical Gardens Illumination Tickets Tickets on sale now - end of May! All-Day with Illuminations (re-entry): ¥ 2,340 • Ages 18 & over ¥ 1,260 • Ages 13 - 17 ¥ 720 • Ages 4 - 12 Illuminations Only (after 5 pm): ¥ 1,800 • Ages 18 & over ¥ 1,080 • Ages 13 - 17 ¥ 600 • Ages 4 - 12

Murasaki Mura Lantern Festival Tickets on sale now - 26 March! ¥ 1,300 • Ages 18 & over ¥ 600 • Ages 13 - 17 ¥ 500 • Ages 6 - 12 Yen rates are converted to USD in office at time of booking. Tickets are not date or time specific! Buy now, use later!

Closure

Tuesday, 14 February ITT will be closed all day for a Staff Training Day.

Kadena ITT

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Saturdays & Sundays plus Monday, 20 February

8 am - 1:30 pm $ 50 • Ages 13 & over | $35 • Ages 4 - 12 Humpback whales travel from the northern seas of Russia and Alaska (5,600 miles) to give birth to their calves in the warm waters surrounding Okinawa and the Kerama Islands. Many grow up to be 50’ long and weigh up to 30 tons. We’ll take you out to sea to get close to these gentle giants. Ages 3 & under are not allowed on the boat due to safety precautions.

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f you’re like me and have an endless list of places and restaurants you’d like to visit during your time here in Okinawa, then you know how challenging it can be planning your trips. When it comes to going on adventures, exploring, and making memories, Kadena Information, Tickets & Travel will get you the most without having to break the bank. It is a one-stop shop for all of your adventures – whether you want to explore Okinawa or mainland Japan. They offer great deals on a wide variety of tickets, local tours, hotels, off-island tour packages, Tokyo attractions, and more! One of the many major attractions this winter is the Ryukyu Lantern Festival.

Article by Janelle Rivera | Photos by Jamie Acton Design by Yuka Kinjo

February in Okinawa means an abundance of fun outdoor and indoor adventures to undertake. Instead of snowfall, this majestic island embraces the cool breeze by illuminating the night sky with colorful glowing Chinese lanterns. Illuminations are offered throughout the island, but one of the wellregarded in people’s list this time of year is the Ryukyu Lantern Festival.

Located in Murasaki Mura Ryukyu Kingdom Theme Park, the festival features 3,000 luminous lanterns that create a whimsical ambience for visitors to enjoy and capture. It is like walking through a magical pathway that leads to a world full of warm shining lanterns.

This is the eighth year Okinawa is headlining the Ryukyu Lantern Festival at a historic location that derived from the Ryukyu Dynasty period. The history of the Ryukyu Kingdom is something Okinawans are prideful of, and what more to celebrate their yesteryears than to offer a fun way to enjoy the cool winter with warm lit lanterns. It offers an entertaining atmosphere while literally walking through history. The best way to learn, in my opinion.

The festival not only features the typical shaped lanterns, but locals also craft their own. Some build uniquely shaped ones like animals, their favorite characters, and more. These handmade lanterns are displayed in a special area in the park for people to view and vote for. A winner is then picked where he/she is rewarded a Gold “Grand” Prize and gains the title of the year’s Lantern Object Contest Winner. Festivities also include several live performances on a radiant stage and food vendors who serve delicacies such as Okinawan soba, chicken skewers, and more. It doesn’t stop there!

You can even try your hands at creating your own lantern with their washipaper, a traditional Japanese paper.

I personally checked the Ryukyu Lantern Festival off of my list this year! I was excited to see the lanterns in person and experience the atmosphere everyone is fussing about. And boy, were they right! Amazing can’t even begin to describe how magical it was. The park was easy to find and parking was available right across the street where you’ll go through an indoor souvenir shop and right out the ticketing office and entrance. With tickets in my hands I purchased from ITT, I was able to skip the line and go right inside.

As the moon kindles the night, the lanterns slowly filled the park with bright, warm, and red lanterns creating a fascinating scene. The lanterns left me speechless and in awe; my jaw literally dropped, and I couldn’t stop smiling. I loved seeing the decorations that filled the park in every corner. I made sure to bring my camera and capture as many memories as I can with my family and friends. Having them there made the experience so much more fun and exciting.

If you want to see the lanterns before they take flight for the year, leave it to ITT to plan your excursion so you can enjoy your time, stress-free. Tour the park, vote for the best and unique handmade lanterns, chow down on local delicacies, and most of all, enjoy the lanterns and views with family and friends.

Exploring in a different country can be stressful with the language barrier, and the stress of wanting to go everywhere but don’t know where to start. Leave it to ITT to show you the perfect spots to go to at a discounted rate! All you have to do is show up to their office and they’ll handle the rest. They will provide you easy access to lots of excellent deals without having to worry about anything else, but to show up to the venue.

If you’re an Enlisted or Officers’ Club member, your birthday is coming up, or you’re eligible for Recharge for Resiliency (R4R), you can receive discounts on select events and tours! R4R comprise of resiliency programs such as the Single Airman Program or Deployed Affected Program. You can even receive discounts if your birthday falls three days before or after your desired tour or event! So, head over to ITT and begin your travel journey productively and with flying colors!

966-7321 or 036-868-2223 Located near Kadena Gate 1 • 18-Hole Golf Course • Driving Range • Pro Shop Visit us for this month’s specials!

• Tee House Restaurant

TAKE A SWING AT OUR

GOLF COURSES

966-7327 or 036-868-2224 Located outside Kadena Gate 3 • 9-Hole Golf Course • Driving Range • Pro Shop • Chippers Snack Bar

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EMERY LANES Presidents Day Special

Monday, 20 February* Celebrate Presidents Day with your George Washington $1 bills! All games and shoe rentals are only $1 each. *Holiday hours are from Noon to 8 pm.

Kids Eat Free!!

Tuesdays • 5 - 8:30 pm Children get a free kids meal with a purchase of an adult combo meal.

Dine-in only. Includes Ramen Bowl and Strikers Café.

PCS Special

Bring a copy of your PCS orders to show you have just arrived or are departing within two weeks and get a large singletopping pizza with a pitcher of fountain soda. Shoe rental included for up to 5 people. All for only $35!

Online Ordering Makes Your Day Easier!

TUESDAY, 14 FEBRUARY Bring your partner, friend, child, parent, or whoever you choose and show them some love! Receive 3 games of bowling, shoe rentals for 2 people, and an appetizer valued at $10 or less for only $25!

In a hurry? Have a big order? Don’t want to get out of the car to get food? This is just what you need! Use the online ordering system and come in for pickup or use curbside! To order, go to www.orderonlinemenu.com/ StrikersCafeKadena

Pizza, Pins, and Pop!

54.95 • Sunday - Friday before 5 pm 58.95 • Sunday - Thursday after 5 pm Enjoy 2 hours of bowling, a large onetopping pizza, and a pitcher of soda for up to 5 bowlers. Rental shoes included.

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Wing Wednesday 1 each all day - all flavors!

$

Order as many as you want, any quantity you want - 2 wings, 22 wings, or 222 wings! Can also be ordered online!

Includes the Flavor of the Month:

Jalapeño Honey!

Saturday, 11 February Due to a scheduled power outage, Emery Lanes Bowling Center will be closed.

Thank you for your understanding.

Emery Lanes

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Shot Through the Heart Archery Shoot

Saturday, 11 February $ 20 • Per person | $30 • For a pair Ages 8 - 14 • Noon - 2 pm Ages 15 & over • 2 - 4 pm Come shoot your heart out on the archery range at the Chibana Rec field with candy prizes for all participants.

Returning WebTrac users can register here!

Need to make an account?

Visit Outdoor Rec to get started!

Hiking, Cycling, & Camping

Saturday - Sunday • 11 - 12 February $ 100 • Per person | $50 • Per guest $ 20 • Ages 11 & under Day 1 • Hiking Mt. Motobu-Fuji & Mölkky Tournament Game Day 2 • Cycling and hiking We make the camping reservations and we’ll show you how to set up your campsite! Price includes a trip guide, bicycle, helmet, camping spot at Nakijin, and camping gear to include one tent per family, a sleeping bag, and sleeping cot for each adult. BBQ at night and hot sandwiches for breakfast will be provided.

Bring cash/yen for snacks, extra meals, and other purchases.

THIS MONTH’S HIKING TRIPS Hiking Atta Wednesday, 1 February • 9 am - 1 pm $ 30 • Ages 16 & over | $12 • Ages 6 - 15 Free • Ages 3 - 5 Hiking Mt. Motobu-Fuji Saturday, 11 February • 8 am - 2 pm Part of Hiking, Cycling, & Camping trip Hiking Indy Jones Wednesday, 1 March • 9 am - Noon $ 30 • Ages 16 & over | $12 • Ages 6 - 15 DIFFICULTY LEVEL Easy

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UPCOMING OFF-ISLAND TRIPS

KADENA OUTDOOR RECREATION

MT. FUJI

From Station 0 to Station 5

Friday - Monday • 14 - 17 April 1,240 • Single room | $980 • Twin room (per person) 975 • Triple room (per person) Let’s go climb from Zero Station! $ $

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960 • Singe room | $935 • Twin room per person | $850 • Kid (Ag We’ll be hiking some of the tallest mountains in Kyushu — Mt. Nakad (1,791 meters) and Mt. Kuju (1,786 meters)! The dazzling mountain that scatter the trees are in full bloom this time of year. Price transportation, lodging, dinner, breakfast, and a trip guide fluent in En Japanese. Space is limited; reserve your spot now! $

SKI AND SNOWBOARD TRIP

R EC R E AT I O N Skateboard Trip

Saturday, 25 February • 9 am - 2 pm $ 10 • Per person | Ages 6 & over Have you explored the many skate parks in Okinawa? Each month, we will take you to a different skateboard park with one of our semi-pro skaters! Must have your own board. Let’s go skating!

Furano Friday - Tuesday • 3 - 7 March $ 1,050 • Per person

Bouldering Club

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Friday - Monday • 31 March - 3 April

1,200 • Single Room | $900 • Twin Room Spring is one of the best times to visit the Kansai Area in mainland Japan! Come enjoy “hanami,” or cherry blossom viewing with us.

We’ll guide you on an urban hiking course that’s full of Kyoto’s iconic temples and shrines. Space is limited; reserve your spot now!

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Thursdays • 6 - 8 pm $ 60 • 4 lessons • Ages 6 & over $ 20 • Per lesson Let’s get a new hobby!

Chibana Flea Market

4 & 5, 18 & 19 February • 7 - 10 am Join us every 1st and 3rd weekend of the month at the Chibana Golf Course for our open-air shopping at its finest. Reserve your spot as a vendor with Outdoor Recreation or shop and find some hidden treasures!

Closure

Saturday, 11 February Outdoor Recreation, bldg. 614, will be closed due to a scheduled power outage.

Thank you for your understanding.

Outdoor Recreation

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Before taking to the skies, learn the fundamentals of flight with the Kadena Aero Club. This Introductory Course will get you started on your flight path. Sign up for Ground School now at Bldg 455!

How Difficult Is It To Climb Mt. Fuji?

Kadena Aero Club 080-6493-6299 Bldg 455

It is vital for hikers to be aware of the challenges before their excursion up the legendary Mt. Fuji. The average temperature at the summit is 40°F during midsummer!

Temperatures plummet even lower during nights and mornings, so make sure to wear warm clothing.

In a single day’s trip, you will ascend 1,471 meters in about 7 hours. With elevation that high, some hikers may experience altitude sickness. This is due to the decrease in oxygen at high altitudes.

Outdoor Recreation is here to support your training needs before this summer’s annual trip! We recommend these ODR activities this month to prepare you for the climb:

Navigate Climb Mt. Fuji

FREE • 2 & 16 February • 4 - 5 pm DIFFICULTY LEVEL For Kids Easy Moderate Hard

Outdoor Recreation

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Hiking Atta

Wednesday, 1 February • 9 am - 1 pm • Ages 3 & over

Hiking Mt. Motobu-Fuji

Saturday, 11 February • 8 am - 2 pm Part of Hiking, Cycling, & Camping trip on page 34

Hiking Indy Jones

Wednesday, 1 March • 9 am - Noon • Ages 6 & over For prices and details, please see pages 34.

KADENA FITNESS & SPORTS COMPLEX Tactical Fit Camp

Saturday, 11 February

6 - 27 February Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays 6:30 - 7:30 pm • $220 Risner Fitness Center

10:30 - 11:30 am Risner Fitness • Functional Fitness Pad FREE

Massage Therapy

Couples who workout together, stay together. Forever!

Squeeze an exercise in before splurging on extra fries and get this romantic day started on the right track. Bring your significant other, friends, or family and get fit together. Open to all DoD ID card holders.

The Risner Fitness Center offers massage therapy to help you unwind and recover from everyday stressors. Our trained therapists offer various massage styles.

30 Minutes • $30 | 60 Minutes • $45 75 Minutes • $60 | 90 Minutes • $75 120 Minutes • $90 Book your session today at the Risner Fitness Center front desk! Customers MUST pay at time of booking.

Risner Reservation Policy

To make court or field reservations, you must be a DoD ID card holder. Guests are not permitted to make reservations.

Reservations: - Limited to 90 minutes, twice per week.

- Must be submitted by the 10th - 15th of the month prior. (Example: Reservations for April will open 10 - 15 March.)

- A 15-minute grace period is provided.

Reservation will be canceled after this period.

- Unit or base special events can be made 3 months in advance.

Personal Trainers Available

Did you know we have personal trainers available with flexible hours at the Risner?

Find the routine that fits your schedule!

Our trainers are certified in NASM, ISSA, and ACE! Contact the Risner Fitness Center for more information or to register today! $ 50 per session • Individual training $ 35 per session • 2 - 10 Small group training $ 20 per session • Boot camps

PRO SHOP SALE

Risner Fitness Center 634-5128 | Bldg 109

Tennis Center & Sports Pro Shop 966-7431 | Bldg 109

Habu Fitness Center 634-3866 | Bldg 499

1 - 14 February Celebrate Valentine’s Day with us with this awesome sale!

Buy 1 and get 20% off on the next item.

20% off applies to the lower priced item.

AQUATICS Snowball Fight

Saturday, 11 February • 11 am – 1 pm $ 3 • Ages 13 & under FREE • Adults with kid registration There’s snow better way to spend a winter morning than by having a “snowball” fight with your friends at the heated Fairchild Pool! We’ll have Open Rec Swim with white beach balls as “snowballs,” winter-themed crafts, and hot chocolate & cookies to warm up! You can sign up online on WebTrac, in person at ODR, or at the door! Save your spot now, space is limited!

Swim Lessons

UPCOMING

LIFEGUARD COURSES

27 February - 3 March & 27 - 31 March 2:30 - 7 pm $ 150 per person Ages 15 & over

Want to get a job as a Lifeguard this summer? Our American Red Cross certified instructors will help you get your certification.

To join, you must pass a pretest of: Swim 300-meters 2-minute tread Brick test

Tuesdays & Thursdays • Ages 3 & over Sign up online via WebTrac beginning Wednesday, 15 February, at 10 am.

Open to all SOFA and dependents.

Preschool (Ages 3 - 5) $ 75 • Per series Learn to Swim Series Levels 1 - 6 (Ages 5 - 17) $ 75 • Per series Registration available online only through WebTrac. For more information, please contact Kadena Outdoor Recreation at 966-7343.

Private Lessons (Ages 6 & over) 125 • Per series Learn the skills and safety precautions necessary to become a swimmer! Small class sizes allow for ample instruction, practice, and development. Please visit Fairchild Pool during working hours to request for a private lesson.

$

Pool Hours Fairchild Pool Monday - Friday • 5 am - 7 pm Saturdays • 9 am - 1 pm Sundays & every first Wednesday of the month • Closed Hagerstrom Pool Closed

Aquatics

634-7665 Fairchild Pool • Bldg 1988 @KadenaAquatics

LIFEGUARD CLINIC Need practice? Our Lifeguard instructors will help develop the skills you need to successfully join the lifeguard course in our new clinic!

Clinic Hours: Mondays & Wednesdays 6 - 22 February • 3 - 4 pm

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WATCHING! on The Venture!

February - March Saturdays & Sundays Departure: Kadena Marina Harbor 35 • Ages 4 - 12 | $65 • Ages 13 & over

$

Whale Watching season is back! Morning and afternoon trips will be offered every Saturday and Sunday in February.

You can now sign up online through WebTrac! https://portal.kadenaevents.com

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KADENA MARINA Come Dive With Me

Saturday, 11 February • 9 - 11 am FREE Do you want to meet new dive buddies but don’t know how? Enjoy a meet and mingle with divers, some of our instructors, and store staff to expand your dive community connections and learn about dive opportunities in 2023!

Bagels and coffee will be provided while supplies last. Everyone that stops by will be entered to win a free Venture trip for two!

Ocean Explorers: Whales

Saturday, 18 February • 10 am $ 10 • Per person Kadena Marina Celebrate World Whale Day by learning about the biggest creatures under the sea! Enjoy a morning full of crafts, educational exhibits, and more!

SCUBA Certifications Available Year Round!

Time and price vary by course The underwater world of Okinawa is beautiful in the winter! Rent a 5 millimeter wetsuit and expand your scuba adventures with one of our MANY courses which include: Open Water Advanced Open Water Recue Diver Dive Master Specialties to include: Nitrox, Deep, Night, Self-Reliant, Underwater Naturalist, Search & Recovery, Diver Propulsion Vehicle, and more!

Closure

Monday, 27 February Kadena Marina will be closed all day due to a scheduled a power outage. *Subject to change

Kadena Marina

Dive Shop • 036-868-2228 Harbor • 036-868-2282 Bldg 3500 @KadenaFSSMarina VENTURE | KADENAFSS.COM 39

SHOGUN AUTO CARE CENTER Tip of the Month

Make sure you have emergency items in your vehicle, to include a spare tire, car jack, lug wrench, and some basic knowledge of tire replacement. Online is a great place to learn, but first-hand experience is more helpful if ever you are in an emergency situation. Stop by our shop to have a quick tutorial and spot inspection!

Shogun Auto Care Center

CYCLES & CARS

Tires Now Available

We are now selling tires! In the event of unavailability, we can special order the tires needed. Please expect arrival within 5-7 days of placing your order. Visit the Shogun Auto Care Center or call for more information.

We Are More Than Just a DIY

Shogun Auto Care is not only a DIY facility.

We also complete repairs, maintenance, and order parts for your vehicle (car title needed). Our shop is equipped to handle a variety of repairs from brakes to timing belt/water pumps, and most jobs in between. Visit, call, or check out our Facebook page for more information.

Chance To Win

1 - 28 February Make a suggestion for a new item we should sell. If the product becomes available, your name will be entered in a drawing for FREE stall fees. Enter to win through our Facebook page!

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Shogun Auto Care Center 966-7356 | Bldg 1436 036-868-2221/32 Located behind the Housing Office

Come out and support your car community by attending our monthly car meet! Held every 3rd Saturday of the month, this event is a chance for car lovers to get out and see some nice vehicles. We’ll have music and the Chili’s Food Truck.

Open to all! Scan here for directions to Chibana Golf Course:

Follow @ShogunAutoCareCenter for more details.

R EC R E AT I O N

ARTS & CRAFTS VALENTINE SPECIAL CLASSES Galentine’s Paint Night

Valentine’s Day

SALE

Friday, 10 February • 6:30 - 9:30 pm $ 35 • Ages 13 & over No matter what your relationship status might be, the bond you have with your best friends is something none of us should ever take for granted. What is a better way to celebrate your friends than with a Galentine’s Paint Night?

Bring your creativity and BFF along to make it an epic night to remember! This acrylic painting will be set on a 16x20” wrapped canvas.

Valentine’s Day Art Camp

Frame Shop

10 - 14 February 15% Off if your project contains pink, red, or white.

Party Place

10 - 14 February 20% Off any party place products.

Monday, 13 February • 9 am - 2 pm $ 50 • Ages 5 & over It’s another teacher workday and the kids are out of school! Celebrate Valentine’s Day a little early and bring your kids to the Kadena Arts & Crafts Center for a great time of playing, painting, and making various projects. The best part of it all is the class runs for 5 hours which gives you time to be as creative as you can be.

Valentine’s Couple Paint Night

Kuma’s Corner

10 - 14 February Buy 2 outfits, get 1 free

Retail Store

10 - 14 February 20% Off if you get pink, white, or red vinyl or paint.

Tuesday, 14 February • 6:30 - 9:30 pm $ 60 • Ages 13 & over Release your inner Van Gogh with your loved one this Valentine’s Day! Enjoy each other’s company through art and show your unique and creative side. We’ll have music, drinks and an instructor to guide you in every step of the way.

Whether it’s your first Valentine’s Day together or your 40th, a couple’s paint night will be far from the ordinary. Each couple will be provided with 2 10x20” wrapped canvas, which can be hung and admired in your own home.

Valentine’s Resin Project Heart Shape Ocean Art

Arts & Crafts

966-7347 | Bldg 435 @KadenaArtsAndCrafts

5, 12, 19, & 26 February • 2 - 4 pm $ 78 • Ages 18 & over Take a piece of Okinawa with you with this Resin Project. You can use Okinawa sand and shells to make your very own beach on the board. These heart shaped ocean arts are perfect for Valentine’s Day, Birthdays, Anniversaries, or to keep for yourself.

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「あじまー」 とは、沖縄の方言で 「交差点」 を意味し ます。 このぺージが私達 18th FSS と嘉手納基地 の日本人の皆様との交流の場となることを願い、嘉 手納基地に関するさまざまな情報を日本語で提供 していく予定です。ご意見ご感想お待ちしています： marketing@kadenafss.com

Kadena Civilian Personnel Office, JN Personnel Section

語学能力級

Language Proficiency Level (LPL)

在日米軍従業員の職位には、職務を遂行する上で英語能力が必要であると決定さ れた場合、 その職務定義に語学能力級が割り当てられます。 語学能力を証明する書類が必要となります。求人広告に応募する際、応募職種の LPLをご確認の上、該当する証明書（コピー） を添付して下さい。 When English ability is required to perform duties as a USFJ employee, Language Proficiency Level is assigned to its job definition.

When you apply for a vacancy announcement, please check the LPL for a vacancy and attach a copy of your LPL test score. 語学能力級 LPL ４

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TOEIC

ALCPT ~ 8 Feb 16

ALCPT 8 Feb 16 ~

860 ‒ 990

86 ‒ 100

該当なし (N/A)

730 ‒ 859

2

550 ‒ 729

76 ‒ 85

66 ‒ 75

(PBT)

600 ‒

90 ‒ 100

550 ‒ 599

75 ‒ 89

1

400 ‒ 549

51 ‒ 65

65 ‒ 74

準 1 (Pre-1)

350 ‒ 399

該当なし (N/A)

40 ‒ 64

ご質問のある方は人事部雇用課までお問い合わせください

460 ‒ 549

430 ‒ 459

TOEFL (CBT) 250 ‒

210 ‒ 249

140 ‒ 209 120 ‒ 139

語学能力級の指標 • LPL Levels 0級 準１級 １級 ２級 ３級 ４級 Level 0: Pre-1: 1: 2: 3: 4: (iBT)

100 ‒

80 ‒ 99

50 ‒ 79

40 ‒ 49

語学能力を要さない 最小限の能力を要する 初歩的能力を要する 平均的能力を要する 流ちょうな能力を要する 特段の能力を要する No language proficiency required Minimal Proficiency required Elementary proficiency required Average proficiency required Fluent proficiency required Exceptional proficiency required.

CASEC 該当なし (N/A)

英検 EIKEN 1級t

870 ‒

準1級 (Pre-1)

475 ‒ 559

準2級 (Pre-2)

560 ‒ 869

該当なし (N/A) 該当なし (N/A) 該当なし (N/A) 該当なし (N/A)

2級

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 632-7369/7912、又は * kadena.jnstaffing@us.af.mil

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CHIBANA チバナフリーマーケット

FLEA MARKET どなたでも入れます！

場所：知花ゴルフコース駐車場 （米空軍施設） 毎月第１、第３土、 日 • 午前７-１０時 カデナ・アウトドア・レクリエーション Tel：966-7343｜036-868-2229

Kadena FSS 2月のおすすめ メニュー！

ストライカーカフェ

（エメリーレインズ ボーリングセンター）

フォーチーズベーコンバーガー

7.50

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シーサイドステーキ＆シーフード

（カデナマリーナ）

チキンパーメジャーナ

バ二ヤンツリーピザ＆グリル

（シーリング コミュニティセンター内)

シュリンプスキャンピー

17.95

$

カフェラテ（オフィサーズクラブ内） スイートポテト＆ブラックブラック ビーンボールチミチュリソース添え

9.95

$

エアーパワーカフェ セサミチキンジンジャーボール

10.75

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16.95

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カフェラテ（オフィサーズクラブ内） チョコレートチャンクパンケーキ ラズベリーソース添え $7.95

チッパーズ（チバナゴルフコース） フィリー チーズステーキ ピザ

18

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このフードトラックを見かけたら行ってみよう！ Oki Scoops オキスクープス

Oki Ohana オキオハナ

フードトラックの移動スケジュールは、Facebookでご確認ください。

@OkiOhanaFoodTruck | @OKIScoops | @KadenaChilis

Chiliʼs チリーズ

FA M I LY

M&FRC Plan Your Financial Freedom

Monday, 6 February • 9 - 10 am Come and learn 5 actionable strategies and techniques to bring you closer to financial freedom. Open to all DoD ID cardholders.

Key Spouse CE (Continuing Education) Training

Tuesday, 7 February • 5:30 - 7:30 pm Topics covered range from self care, handling conflict, information/best practices sharing, military family/living, and more!

POC: Karma.Simmons@us.af.mil

Bundles for Babies

Tuesday, 7 February • 1 - 4 pm This class will help you with budgeting for the baby, exploring local resources, and helping agencies. Open to active duty and their spouses. One eligible Kadena participant will receive an AAFES gift card; contact M&FRC for details.

Ditching the Dorms

Friday, 10 February • 9 - 10 am This will help Airmen prepare for the financial expenses associated with living outside the dorms. Must have access to current LES, and banking and credit documents.

TSP MILLIONAIRE Monday, 20 February • 2 - 3 pm Earnings are always yours to keep, even if you separate from the military before retirement.

Get an overview of the optional Roth/Traditional 401k type savings/retirement plan. Learn about TSP enrollment, investments, and more. Contact the M&FRC for more information and details.

Navigating Federal Employment

From Resume Writing and Searching to Interviewing

Wednesday, 8 February • 9 - 11 am Dive into writing a quality federal resume and understanding federal employment. Get the most recent updates to federal resumes and best practices for conducting a federal job search, along with specific information for navigating federal employment in the Kadena local area.

First Duty Station Officer Personal Finance Seminar (FDS - O)

Monday, 13 February • 9 - 11 am Mandatory First Duty Station Training for Officers: members will complete Financial Readiness Touchpoint within the first 90 days of arrival to Kadena AB.

Art of Acing the Interview

Wednesday, 15 February • 9 - 11 am Gain knowledge and interactive skills through practice. You’ll explore common mistakes, best practices for preparing, and confidently answering difficult questions. Business casual attire.

Homebuying

Friday, 24 February • 10 am - Noon Kadena USO This course is designed to increase the knowledge and comfort level of first-time homebuyers and serve as a refresher for repeat homebuyers.

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Japanese for Busy People

Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays 28 February - 18 May 12-week course • Noon - 1 pm Get to know your new home, Japan, by learning the basic Japanese language and grammar. Seats are limited. Contact our POC to be on the waitlist.

POC: Ms. Kaori Kinjo at kaori.mccarthy. jp@us.af.mil

All classes are held at Kadena M&FRC building 220 unless noted otherwise.

Register for M&FRC classes at www.tockify.com/kadenamfrc/ pinboard

Military & Family Readiness Center 634-3366 | Bldg 220

d n i l B Date

with a Book

February is the month of love and we’re playing the dating game at the library! The Kadena Library is challenging you to not judge a book by its cover. Our staff has wrapped up an assortment of books and written down a clue to help you choose your blind date.

Check out our for more details.

page @KadenaLibrary

KADENA LIBRARY Come into the library all month long for stories, crafts, and more!

Things you can enjoy at the Library: • CAC capable computers • Scanners • Adult Quiet Study Room • Free Wi-Fi • Up to 30 free black/white prints per day • Online databases with everything from entertainment to personal and professional advancement (including learning Japanese)!

In addition to checking out books and audiobooks, you can also take home: DVDs Music Video games Board games Telescopes Ukuleles Character-shaped cake pans Cookie cutters Whether you’ve just arrived or have been on the island for some time, you don’t want to miss our Tomodachi Collection, a collection of cultural and language materials that focuses on our current home, Japan!

Closures

Monday, 20 February (Presidents Day) Saturday, 25 February (power outage)

Kadena Library

634-1502 | Bldg 451 Mon - Wed: 10 am - 8 pm Thu - Sun: 10 am - 6 pm

SCHILLING COMMUNITY CENTER

ROUTE

CHOOSE YOUR RIDE! Always y check with command and or call licensing agency

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DRIVER

Monthly classes for active duty, teens, and day/night first-time adults.

Register at the front desk or call for more details.

Army, Navy, Marines & Civilians licensed by MCB

Active Duty

Featuring “Ratatouille” 10 February • 5 - 9 pm Film begins at sunset FREE snacks, drinks, & a giveaway prize.

In case of bad weather, screening will move into the Schilling Ballroom and movie will begin at 6 pm.

E5 and below E6 and above

Adults

Teen

Age 18+

Age 16 & 17

Yellow Card required

1. Pick up on Foster/Courtney 2. Route for signature

Take Test

Register in person with ID at Schilling

Sponsored in part by: No federal endorsement of sponsor intended.

G Gett Permit Foster / Courtney Learner's Permit

Pay Cash or Credit

Get Permit Kadena Pass & ID Learner's Permit

Learner's Permit Request form: online or at Schilling

Process form online or in person

Tuesday, 14 February 11 am - 2 pm FREE snacks, bounce houses, & giveaways.

Mon - Fri • 7 am - 7 pm | Sat • 9 am - 5 pm |

(While supplies last)

Disney Edition

Tuesday, 21 February • 5 - 7 pm Register starting the 1st of the month on Schilling WebTrac $ 8 • Expert level (3 cards) $ 5 • Beginner level (1 card) 1st place youth prize: Nintendo Switch Lite 1st place adult prize: GoPro Hero 11

Sponsored in part by: No federal endorsement of sponsor intended.

Saturday, 4 Februa

FA M I LY CLASSES

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Japanese Conversation Class Call with Questions Base Safety Foster : 645-3183 Base Safety Courtney: 622-6202 Kadena Pass & ID: 634-3437

Air Force, Space Force, DODEA, AAFES, & Civilians licensed byy Kadena Active Duty & Adults

Not 16 before class?

Skip the permit step until you are 16. You must be 16 by last day of class to enroll.

Teen

Age 16 & 17

Wednesdays, 1, 8, 15 & 22 February 5 - 6:30 pm $ 30 • Registration fee | 4 classes Sign up at the Schilling Community Center front desk.

Japanese Flower Arrangement Saturdays, 4, 11, & 18 February 11 am - Noon $ 50 • Registration fee | 3 classes

STEM Science

DRIVE!

Ages 6 – 12 See front desk for more information and class schedule.

Kumon (Math/Japanese) 39 HRS Classroom Test

6 HRS Driving

Earn Certificate!

Get License at Base Safety Foster / Courtney

DRIVE!

Ages 4 - Adult See front desk for more information and class schedule.

DRIVE!

SERVICES

(only on base)

Take Test

Cyber Café

Take Test

PASS

Get License at Kadena Pass & ID

DRIVE!

Check out our new seating areas with charging ports! Free use of CAC enabled computers. *Nominal fee for faxing and printing

DRIVE!

Game Room

(only on base)

Sun & Holidays • Closed | PACAF Days 9 am - 2 pm

Free and open to everyone ages 18 and over or children accompanied by an adult.

Room Reservations

25 • 1 hour 40 • 2 hours $ 50 • 3 hours $ 25+ • Extra hours First come, first served at the front desk. $

$

Come support your eSports athletes at the very first February Fury Smash Bros™ Tournament!

Schilling Community Center 634-1387 | Bldg 455

ary • 10 am - 6 pm

@KadenaCommunityCenter All trademarks are the property of their prospective owner.

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FA M I LY

Half Off Cat Adoptions, All Month Long!

Visit us on Facebook to see all of our adoptable pets or stop by our Adoption Facility! @KadenaKaringKennelsAdoptionFacility

Karing Kennels Adoption Facility

966-7338 • 036-868-2234 | Bldg 54300 Located outside Kadena Gate 3 in front of Camp Shields Email: karingadoptionfacility@kadenafss.com

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Tea With

Ms. B

Thursday, 16 February • 3 - 4 pm Ages 13 - 18 This Keystone’s monthly “Tea with Ms. B” is special.

In observance of Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month this February, Keystone will host a symposium and activities to raise awareness of signs of abuse and resources available. Don’t forget to wear orange to show your support!

TEEN CENTER Membership Appreciation Day - Comic Con Friday, 10 February Join us as we welcome our new members, celebrate birthdays, and say our goodbyes to our departing members all while dressed as your favorite character! We will also recognize our Teen of the Month and our teens’ accomplishments. Enjoy music, food, and games with your Teen Center peers and staff!

Cajun Pasta Class with the Cooking Club

Valentine’s Day Sneaker Formal

Thursday, 23 February • 3:15 - 4:15 pm Teen Center Members Only Join the cooking club in making Cajun pasta for Mardi Gras.

Friday, 17 February • 6 - 9 pm $ 15 • Teen Center Members Only* Join the Teen Center for a night of fun at our Valentine’s Sneaker Formal.

This is a chance to show off their favorite pair of sneakers. DJ Clayway always gets the party rocking, so there will be tons of laughing and dancing. Food will be provided. Contact the Teen Center for more information. *Please register your teen on the CYPBMS portal.

Teen Center

634-8443 | Bldg 439

FA M I LY

Education&Training Face to Face TA Brief for First-Time TA users Wednesdays, 1 & 15 February • 11 am - Noon Kadena Education & Training Office, 3rd floor

DoD SkillBridge Briefing

On-Base Schools

ERAU (first floor) • 634-5083 • kadena.campus@erau.edu Troy University (second floor) • 634-7464 • kadena@troy.edu UMGC (second floor) • 634-2206 • kadena-asia@umgc.edu

Friday, 10 February • 11 am Kadena Education & Training Office 3rd Floor, Room 332 The DoD SkillBridge program is an opportunity for you to gain valuable civilian work experience through specific industry training, apprenticeships, or internships.

UPCOMING AFOQT Dates

For assistance with registering for these classes, please contact the Education office.

27 February - 31 March • NCOA-ILE: 23 27 February - 31 March • SNCOA-ALE: 23-C 27 February - 31 March • SOS: 23C Have you recently completed your EJPME (Previously SEJPME)? Send a copy of your certificate to kadena. pmemanagementoffice@us.af.mil to update your records!

Tuesday, 7 February & 7 March To sign up for the AFOQT, TBAS, EDPT, DLPT, or DLAB or for dates after March, please send an email to Kadena. educationservicestesting@us.af.mil.

UPCOMING PME Courses

Education & Training

634-1500 | Bldg 59 Located on the third floor Email: kadenaeducationoffice@us.af.mil

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YOUTH SPORTS & FITNESS Calling ALL Volunteer Coaches!

Youth coaching is about building trusting and lasting relationships with young athletes through the love of sports in environments that promote the health and wellness of everyone involved. If you are planning on coaching this year, please make sure to: • Fill out a volunteer coaches packet, in its entirety.

• Turn in ALL documents in the coaches packet, including immunization records.

• Attend your scheduled fingerprints and background check appointment.

• Attend mandatory coaches training.

• Finish the National Alliance and Youth Sports (NAYS) certification.

Everything must be complete prior to your first practice.

Time to plan with Kadena Youth Sports!

Registration opens 1 - 28 February Ages 5 - 16 First Steps • Ages 3 - 4 For questions about registration, please contact Kadena Youth Sports & Fitness at 634-9126 or visit the Kadena Youth Sports & Fitness office located inside the Youth Center, building 1849.

SUBJECT TO CHANGE

It’s important to give your young athlete an opportunity to experience several different sports. Not only do they develop new skills for other activities, but it also allows them to discover their niche! Try planning around your favorite sport to fit in a new sport this year using our annual season calendar.

Seasons Baseball • January - March Basketball • March - June Soccer • August - October Flag Football • October - January Cheer • October - January Summer Camps Golf • June - July Tennis • June - July SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Youth Sports & Fitness

634-9126 | 634-1542 Building 499

FA M I LY

Building Healthy Sibling-Parent Relationships Thursday, 2 February 11:30 am - 12:30 pm • Wakaba CDC Having a healthy relationship between your kids helps strengthen your family’s togetherness.

As a parent, there are several ways you can foster these bonds and connections, which will hopefully be lifelong. Learn to broaden your relationship with your family with this course and create new and long-lasting memories.

Child Development Centers

Niko Niko 634-5263 | Bldg 334 Wakaba 632-7420 | Bldg 132

Kadena’s

Our School Age Care offers a chance for your child to explore his or her individual interests by empowering them to make responsible, personal choices. Our trained staff takes pride in offering a variety of Boys and Girls Clubs of America (B&GCA) and 4-H programming. Both School Age Care locations offer clubs and environments centered on the interests of the children.

In addition to the everyday activities, our School Age Care locations offer a 10-week summer camp with weekly field trips and endless hours at the base pool. We also have family events like spaghetti night, family chili cook-off, Soup-4-You, and our popular ice cream socials.

Shima No Ko SAC 634-1314 • Bldg 4081 Just before Gate 3

Himawari SAC

632-0202 • Bldg 439 Across from Base Library

For more information about the programs, please call Shima No Ko SAC or Himawari SAC or go to https://militarychildcare.com/.

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FAMILY CHILD CARE Air Force FCC Expanded Child Care

Military Spouse Appointment Care (MSAC) Are you a military spouse? Do you need someone you can trust to watch your child while you go to Key Spouse trainings, M&FRC classes, or job interviews?

This program is designed to provide child care for spouses to attend approved appointments related to key aspects of military life. MSAC fills an hourly child care need and is available at FCC programs on Kadena.

Eligibility requirements: - Spouse of ADM or Reserve/Guard in activated status ssigned to, working, or living on Kadena AB - Sponsor must be at work, on directed crew rest or must attend appointment with spouse - No other adult in the household is available to provide care - Spouse must be attending an approved appointment

For more information, email Cynthia Huntsman, Community Child Care Coordinator, at cynthia. huntsman.1@us.af.mil or call DSN: 634-0514

LOOKING FOR CHILD CARE?

Kadena Family Child Care programs provide a great alternative to centerbased care without the waitlist!

- Ages 2 weeks to 12 years - Before and after school - Flexible or extended hours - Developmentally appropriate curriculum - Search for FCC Programs on Militarychildcare.com

PERMANENT CHANGE IN STATION CHILD CARE (PCS CARE)

Are you an active duty Air Force member who is currently PCSing to or from Kadena AB? If so, you are eligible for the Child Care for PCS Program. This program is intended to provide assistance to families in the process of a PCS. The Air Force Aid Society will pay up to 20 hours of child care (per child) in certified Family Child Care homes on base. Pick up your PCS for Child Care certificate from the Military & Family Readiness Center, Bldg 220. Active Duty Army, Navy, and Marine families are also eligible for PCS care!

Please contact the FCC Office directly to get started.

Family Child Care 634-0514 | Bldg 1850

CULTURAL CORNER

Setsubun: Happy First Day of Spring!

Article by Janelle Rivera

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t’s time to blossom because it’s Springtime in Okinawa – per the old Japanese calendar! Before we enjoy the blooms and fresh breeze outdoors, our usual ritual to celebrate the rebirth season is to spring clean. So, it’s time to dust, sweep, mop, vacuum, and rid your home with unwanted things you have accumulated from the season prior. While we’re busy with cleaning, Japan has their own tradition in welcoming the season.

“Setsubun,” translated as seasonal division, is celebrated the day before the beginning of Spring according to the Japanese lunar calendar. This year, Setsubun will be observed on February 3.

Traditions in celebrating this particular festival have changed throughout the years; all for the purpose of driving away evil spirits from people’s homes, buildings, temples, and shrines. Long ago, Setsubun was observed by generating noise from drums, burning dried sardine heads, or burning wood. The noise coming from the drums, the smell from the burned dried sardine heads, and the smoke from the burning of the woods were said to drive away evil spirits.

In present day, traditions are carried out in different ways but mostly with bean throwing, which emerged in the eighth century. Citizens throw roasted beans around their homes, starting off in the room farthest from the front door. Windows are to be left open while performing the ritual so evil spirits who bring misfortune and bad health can leave the premises. Small children participate by throwing beans at someone who is cloaked as an evil spirit or “oni demon.” They shout “Oni wa Soto, Fuku wa Uchi!” which means “Demons out, fortune in!” while dispersing the beans around their homes. Temples and shrines also observe this holiday with bean throwing ceremonies for people to participate in.

Another widely practiced custom in celebration of Setsubun is the eating of “Ehomaki” or “Fortune Sushi Roll.” Ehomaki is a large, long sushi roll featuring seven ingredients such as tuna and egg; they use seven ingredients as the number is often affiliated with luck. Now, eating sushi during your meal is one thing, but eating Ehomaki during Setsubun has a particular directive. There is a specific cardinal direction considered to bringing you good fortune for the year, so it is said to eat your Ehomaki facing that lucky direction – without stopping. With your eyes closed while making a wish.

If you are looking to witness or participate in Setsubun this month, make sure to tag us @KadenaFSS. We would love to see the beauty of this festivity through your own lens.

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12 |E Club Kazoku Place Sunday Breakfast Sundays, 8 am - 2 pm |O Club Champagne Brunch Sundays, 9:30 am - 2 pm |Arts & Crafts Valentine’s Resin Project: 2 - 4 pm |18 FSS PRESENTS PREGAME BLOCK PARTY W/HALESTORM 2 - 8 pm, O Club

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6 |M&FRC Plan Your Financial Freedom: 9 - 10 am |O Club Barrio Fiesta 11 am - 1:30 pm |E Club Kazoku Place BBQ Rib Night Special Mondays, 4 - 9 pm |E Club $500 Night Bingo 7 pm

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|O CLUB BIG GAME PARTY |EMERY LANES VALENTINE’S DAY SPECIAL 6:30•Breakfast buffet |O Club Weekday Lunch |E CLUB THE BIG GAME PARTY: 7 - 9 am•Breakfast Fare: 11 am - 1:30 pm |OKUMA FOOTBALL MANIA |Schilling Picnic with 8 - 10 am•Breakfast buffet Parents: 11 am - 2 pm |Arts & Crafts Valentine’s Day |E Club Kazoku Place Members Only Two for Art Camp: 9 am - 2 pm One Special Price |M&FRC First Duty Station |Arts & Crafts Valentine’s Officer Personal Finance Couple Paint Night Seminar: 9 - 11 am 6:30 - 9:30pm

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|ODR Chibana Flea Market |E Club Daily Grind National 1st & 3rd Sat-Sun, 7 - 10 am Muffin Day |Arts & Crafts Valentine’s |Emery Lanes Presidents Day Special Resin Project: 2 - 4 pm |E Club Soap Opera Night |M&FRC TSP Millionaire 2 - 3 pm Bingo: Sundays, Tuesdays, |E Club Kazoku Place BBQ & Thursdays, 7 pm Rib Night Special |E Club Hanabi’s Roczam Mondays, 4 - 9 pm Sundays, 7 - 9 pm |E Club Holiday Bingo: 6 pm

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7 |O Club Weekday Lunch Fare: 11 am - 1:30 pm |M&FRC Bundles for Babies 1 - 4 pm |E Club Kazoku Place Members Only Two for One Special Price Tuesdays, 4 - 9 pm |Emery Lanes Kids Eat Free Tuesdays: 5 - 8:30 pm |M&FRC Key Spouse CE Training: 5:30 - 7:30 pm

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21 |O Club Weekday Lunch Fare: 11 am - 1:30 pm |E Club Kazoku Place Members Only Two for One Special Price Tuesdays, 4 - 9 pm |Emery Lanes Kids Eat Free Tuesdays: 5 - 8:30 pm |Schilling Family Bingo Disney Edition: 5 - 7 pm

SPORTS & RECREATION

|ODR Hiking Atta 9 am - 1 pm |Education & Training Face to Face TA Brief 11 am - Noon |E Club Kazoku Place Wednesday Kids Night Special: 4 - 9 pm |Youth Basketball Registration 1 - 28 Feb |Kadena Fitness & Sports Pro Shop Sale 1 - 14 Feb

8 |M&FRC Navigating Federal Employment: 9 - 11 am |O Club Weekday Lunch Fare: 11 am - 1:30 pm |Emery Lanes Wing Wednesday: All day |E Club Kazoku Place Wednesday Kids Night Special: 4 - 9 pm |Schilling Japanese Conversation Class: Wednesdays, 5 - 6:30 pm |O Club Membership Night 5:30 - 7 pm

15 |M&FRC Art of Acing the Interview: 9 - 11 am |Education & Training DoD SkillBridge Briefing 11 am - Noon |Schilling Japanese Conversation Class: Wednesdays, 5 - 6:30 pm |O Club Kiddie Disco 5:30 - 7:30 pm |E Club Membership Night 5:30 - 7 pm

22 |Emery Lanes Wing Wednesday: All day |E Club Mongolian BBQ Night: 5 - 8 pm |Schilling Japanese Conversation Class: Wednesdays, 5 - 6:30 pm |O Club Family Membership Night: 5:30 - 7 pm

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|Okuma Camping with |O Club Weekday Lunch Pets, 3 - 5 Feb Fare: 11 am - 1:30 pm |E Club Rocker Lounge |CDC Sibling Parent Weekly Friday Social Hour Relationships: Building 5 - 7 pm Healthy Relationships |O Club First Friday 11: 30 am - 12:30 pm |ODR Navigate Climb Mt. Fuji Social Hour: 5 - 7 pm |O CLUB SPORT’S NIGHT 4 - 5 pm 7 pm - 2 am |E Club Drive-By Dinners Thusdays, 4:30 - 6:30 pm |ODR Bouldering Class Thursdays, 6 - 8 pm

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|Banyan Tree Pizza & Grill National Pizza Day |O Club Weekday Lunch Fare: 11 am - 1:30 pm |E Club Drive-By Dinners Thusdays, 4:30 - 6:30 pm |ODR Bouldering Class Thursdays, 6 - 8 pm |E CLUB HANABI’S XFACTOR UNIT VS UNIT KARAOKE Thursdays beginning 9 Feb

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|E Club Kazoku Place Statehood Admission Day 7 - 10:30 am |M&FRC Ditching the Dorms 9 - 10 am |ARTS & CRAFTS VALENTINE’S DAY SALE 10  14 FEB |Teen Center Membership Appreciation Day |Schilling Film Fridays 5 - 9 pm |Arts & Crafts Galentine’s Day Paint Night 6:30 - 9:30 pm

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|E Club Kazoku Place |O Club Weekday Lunch Mini Breakfast Buffet Fare: 11 am - 1:30 pm |ODR Navigate Climb Mt. Fuji Fridays, 7 - 10:30 am |O Club Weekday Lunch 4 - 5 pm Fare: 11 am - 1:30 pm |Teen Center Tea with |E Club Rocker Lounge Ms. B: 3 - 4 pm Weekly Friday Social Hour |E Club Drive-By Dinners Thusdays, 4:30 - 6:30 pm |Teen Center Valentine’s Day Sneaker Formal: 6 - 9 pm |ODR Bouldering Class |O CLUB MARDI GRAS Thursdays, 6 - 8 pm |E CLUB HANABI’S XFACTOR CELEBRATION: 7 pm - 2 am UNIT VS UNIT KARAOKE

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|Teen Center Cajun Pasta Class: 3 pm |E Club Drive-By Dinners Thusdays, 4:30 - 6:30 pm |E Club Family Membership Night: 5 - 7 pm |ODR Bouldering Class Thursdays, 6 - 8 pm |E CLUB HANABI’S XFACTOR UNIT VS UNIT KARAOKE

|E Club Kazoku Place Retiree Club Member Appreciation: 6 am - 2 pm |M&FRC TSP Homebuying 10 am - Noon |E Club Rocker Lounge Last Friday Super Social Hour: 5 - 7 pm |O Club Weekly Friday Social Hour: 5 - 7 pm

SAT 4 |ITT Whale Watching Saturdays & Sundays 8 am - 1:30 pm |OKUMA POWDERED PAWS 10 am•Race starts |Schilling Japanese Flower Arrangement 11 am - Noon |SCHILLING FEBRUARY FURY ESPORTS: 10 am - 6 pm |Marina Whale Watching Saturdays & Sundays in Feb

11 |Marina Come Dive with Me 9 - 11 am |KADENA FITNESS & SPORTS VALENTINE’S DAY FIT CAMP 10:30 - 11:30 am |Aquatics Snowball Fight 11 am - 1 pm |ODR SHOT THROUGH THE HEART ARCHERY SHOOT Noon - 2 pm, 2 - 4 pm |Okuma Romantic Dinner 5 - 8:30 pm |E CLUB VALENTINE’S SWEETHEART DINNER DANCE: 6 - 9 pm

18 |ODR Chibana Flea Market 1st & 3rd Sat-Sun, 7 - 10 am |ITT Whale Watching Saturdays & Sundays 8 am - 1:30 pm |Marina Ocean Explorers: Whales: 10 am |Schilling Japanese Flower Arrangement: 11 am - Noon |Shogun Auto Care Cycles & Cars: 6 - 10 pm

25 |Marina Whale Watching Saturdays & Sundays in Feb |E Club Kazoku Place Mini Breakfast Buffet Saturdays, 7 am - 2 pm |ODR Skateboard Trip 9 am - 2 pm |E Club $750 Night Bingo Saturdays, 6 pm

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|Arts & Crafts Valentine’s |Aquatics Lifeguard Course |Aquatics Lifeguard Course Resin Project: 2 - 4 pm 27 Feb - 3 Mar: 2:30 - 7 pm 27 Feb - 3 Mar: 2:30 - 7 pm |E Club Bingo Appreciation |E Club Kazoku Place BBQ |E Club Kazoku Place 7 pm Rib Night Special: 4 - 9 pm Members Only Two for One Special Price |E Club $500 Night Bingo |Emery Lanes Kids Eat Free 7 pm Tuesdays: 5 - 8:30 pm

Facility programs, event hours, and dates are subject to change.

Unless noted otherwise: Holidays • Closed | Family Days •Open regular hours

FACILITY PHONE NUMBERS & HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBS & DINING Kadena Officers’ Club

Customer Service Kadena: 966-7409 Mon - Thu Fri Sat Sun Game Room Mon - Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Café Latte Kadena: 966-7416 Mon - Thu Fri & Sat Sun Holidays & Family Days Weekender Lounge Sun - Thu, & Family Days Fri Sat Daily Lunch Buffet Mon - Fri Sunday Champagne Brunch Family Days Barber Shop Mon - Sat Sun

Rocker Enlisted Club Complex

Kadena: 966-7372 Customer Service Mon - Sun Kazoku Place Kadena: 966-7380 Mon - Thu Breakfast/Lunch Dinner Fri Breakfast/Lunch Dinner Sat Breakfast/Lunch Dinner Sun Breakfast/Lunch Dinner Holidays & Breakfast/Lunch Family Days Dinner Hanabi’s Restaurant & Bar Sun - Thu Fri & Sat Catering Kadena: 966-7408

Bldg. 313 JP: 036-868-2203 8 am - 10 pm 8 am - Midnight 8 am - Midnight 8 am - 10 pm 6:30 am - 10 pm 9 am - 10 pm 6:30 am - 2 am 7:30 am - Midnight 6:30 am - 10 pm JP: 036-868-2205 6:30 am - 10 pm 6:30 am - Midnight 2 - 10 pm 6:30 am - 10 pm Closed 5 pm - 2 am 5 pm - Midnight 11 am - 1:30 pm 9:30 am - 2 pm Closed 9 am - 5 pm Closed Bldg. 622 JP: 036-868-2207 9 am - 9 pm JP: 036-868-2227 6 am - 2 pm 4 - 9 pm 6 am - 2 pm 4 - 9:30 pm 7 am - 2 pm 4 - 9:30 pm 8 am - 2 pm 4 - 9 pm 7 am - 2 pm 4 - 9:30 pm 11 am - 10 pm 11 am - 2 am JP: 036-868-2203

SERVICES

Civilian Personnel Section

Kadena: 634-2228 Mon - Fri Family Days

Bldg. 721A 7:30 am - 4:30 pm Closed

Education & Training Center

Bldg. 59 Customer Service Kadena: 634-1500 Base Training Kadena: 634-7756 Formal Training Kadena: 632-8830 Civilian Training Kadena: 634-5940 Military Testing Kadena: 634-1500 Voluntary Education Testing Kadena: 634-1500 Hours are all the same for above offices.

Mon - Thu 7:30 am - 4 pm Fri 7:30 am - Noon Closed on family days & down days

Karing Kennels Check our Facebook page for current hours of operations Karing Kennels Boarding Daily 10 am - 6 pm Federal Holidays Closed Karing Kennels Adoption Sat - Sun 10 am - 4:30 pm

Laundry & Dry Cleaning Kadena Kadena: 634-0443

Bldg. 612

Mon - Fri Sat Daily Grind Mon - Fri Sat & Sun Holidays & Family Days Game Room Sun -Mon, Wed - Fri Tue Sat

8:30 am - 4:30 pm Appointments only

AirPower Café

Bldg. 3522 JP: 036-868-2208 6 am - 2 pm Closed

Kadena: 966-7405 Mon - Fri Sat, Sun, Holidays, & Family Days

6 am - 9 pm 7 am - 9 pm 7 am - 9 pm 7 am - Midnight 9 am - 2 am 7 am - 2 am

Banyan Tree Pizza & Grill Bldg. 455 Kadena: 966-7426 JP: 036-868-2212 Sun - Thu 11 am - 10 pm Fri - Sat 11 am - Midnight Holidays Regular hours Delivery Kadena: 966-7375 JP: 036-868-2274 Go to https://kadenabanyantree.alohaorderonline.com/ to order online Sun - Thu 4 pm - 10 pm Fri - Sat 4 pm - Midnight Chili’s Grill & Bar

Kadena: 966-7359 Daily Holidays

Bldg. 105 010-1512-672-7359 11 am - 10 pm Regular hours

Chili’s Delivery/ To-Go

Delivery Kadena: 966-7366 Daily To-Go Kadena: 966-7360 Food Truck & Catering Kadena: 966-7359

Chippers at Chibana Golf Course Kadena: 966-7367 Mon - Fri Sat & Sun *last order at 6 pm

Bldg. 337 JP: 036-868-2210 11 am - 10 pm JP: 036-868-2209 010-1512-672-7359 Bldg. 55061 JP: 036-868-2368 7 am - 8 pm* 6 am - 8 pm*

Dining Facilities

Bldg. 843

Johnson Kadena: 634-4494 Mon - Thu Breakfast Lunch Dinner

6 am - 8:30 am 11 am - 1:30 pm 4:30 pm - 7 pm

Mon - Fri Sat, Sun, & Holidays Kinser Kinser: 637-1267 Mon - Fri

8 am - 5 pm Closed Bldg. 706 JP: 090-6866-1517 7 am - 4 pm

Manpower & Organization Kadena: 634-4865 Mon - Fri Family Days

Bldg. 106 7:30 am - 4:30 pm Closed

McDaniel Center

Kadena: 632-7829 Family Days

Bldg. 3445 Closed

Military & Family Readiness Center

Bldg. 220

Kadena: 634-3366 Mon - Fri 8 am - 5 pm Closed at noon on the last Friday of every month

Military Personnel Section

Kadena: 634-8978 Mon - Fri Mon - Fri (ID walk-ins only)

Bldg. 721B

7:30 am - 4:30 pm 6:30 - 7:30 am 4:30 - 5:30 pm Federal Holidays & Family Days Closed Closed at noon the 3rd Thursday of Mar, Jun, Sep, Dec *CAC/dependant/civilian/retiree cards are issued by

Fri

Family Days Flight Kitchen Mon - Fri Sat & Sun

Midnight Meal Breakfast Lunch Dinner No Midnight Meal Closed

Marshall Kadena: 634-1900 Mon - Fri Breakfast Lunch Dinner Midnight Meal Sat, Sun, Holidays, & down days Brunch Dinner Midnight Meal

10 pm - 1 am 6 - 8:30 am 11 am - 1:30 pm 4:30 pm - 7 pm Kadena: 634-4418 24 hours On call Bldg. 178 5:30 - 8 am 10:30 am - 1 pm 4 - 7:30 pm 10 pm - 12:30 am 6:30 am - 1 pm 4 - 7 pm 10 pm - 12:30 am

It’s Just Wings Bldg. 337 Kadena: 966-7250 JP: 036-868-2258 Mon - Sun 11 am - 10 pm Go to https://widget.paymytab.com/usaf-it-just-wings.html Ramen Bowl at Emery Lanes

Bldg. 113 JP: 036-868-2225 11 am - 9 pm 11 am - 11 pm Noon - 7 pm

Seaside Steak & Seafood

Bldg. 3629A JP: 036-868-2213 Closed 11 am - 9 pm 11 am - 10 pm 9 am - 10 pm 9 am - 9 pm Regular hours

Strikers Café at Emery Lanes

Bldg. 113 JP: 036-868-2225 10 am - 9:30 pm 10 am - 11:30 pm Noon - 7:30 pm

Tee House Restaurant

Bldg. 11 JP: 036-868-2214 6 am - 3 pm 6 am - 5 pm

Kadena: 966-7303 Mon - Thu Fri & Sat Sun & Holidays

Kadena: 966-7401 Mon Tue - Thu Fri Sat Sun Holidays Weekend Brunch ends at 3 pm Kadena: 966-7303 Mon - Thu Fri & Sat Sun & Holidays

Kadena: 966-7429 Mon - Fri Sat, Sun, & Holidays

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NAF Human Resources Office Kadena: 634-2330 Mon - Wed & Fri Thu Family Days www.usajobs.gov

Post Office

Kadena: 634-4458 Parcel Pickup Mon - Fri Sat Family Days Finance Section Thu - Fri Sat Mon - Wed Last duty day of each month Customer Service Mon - Fri

Bldg. 723 8 am - 4 pm 8 am - 1 pm Closed Bldg. 160 10 am - 5:30 pm 10 am - 3 pm 10 am - 3 pm 10 am - 5 pm 10 am - 3 pm Closed Closes at noon 10 am - 6 pm

Shogun Inn Bldg. 332 Kadena: 632-1010 JP: 098-962-1010 Open 24-hours a day, seven days a week

To call any 634-, 632- or 966- DSN number from a cellphone, dial 098-938-1111, wait for the dial tone, and then dial the listed number.

RECREATION Aero Club & Flight Training Center

Flight training seven days a week.

Customer Service Mon, Wed, & Fri

Arts & Crafts Center

Kadena: 966-7347 Daily Ceramics Studio Kadena: 966-7351 Mon & Tue Wed - Sun Frame Shop Kadena: 966-7353 Daily Graphics Shop Kadena: 966-7352 Mon - Fri Party Place Daily Wood Shop Kadena: 966-7349 Mon Tue & Thu Wed Fri - Sun

Banyan Tree Golf Course

Open on regular hours on holidays.

Kadena: 966-7321 Pro Shop Wed - Mon Tue Golf Course Wed - Mon Tue Driving Range Mon 1st & 3rd Tue 2nd & 4th Tue Wed - Sun Owari Lounge

Chibana Golf Course

Open on regular hours on holidays.

Kadena: 966-7327 Pro Shop Daily Driving Range Daily except Tue Tue Game Room Mon - Thu Fri Sat & Sun

Bldg. 455 JP: 080-6493-6299 10 am - 6 pm Bldg. 435 JP: 036-868-2216 10 am - 6 pm JP: 036-868-2220 Closed 10 am - 6 pm JP: 036-868-2218 10 am - 6 pm JP: 036-868-2217 10 am - 6 pm 10 am - 6 pm JP: 036-868-2219 Closed Noon - 8 pm Noon - 5 pm 10 am - 6 pm Bldg. 12 JP: 036-868-2223 5:30 am - 7 pm 9 am - 7 pm Sunrise - Dusk Noon - Dusk 6 am - 6 pm 8 am - 7:30 pm 6 am - 7:30 pm 6 am - 7:30 pm Closed Bldg. 55061 JP: 036-868-2224 7 am - 6 pm 7 am - 6 pm 10 am - 6 pm 7 am - 8 pm 9 am - 8 pm 6:30 am - 8 pm

Emery Lanes Bowling Center Kadena: 966-7303 Mon - Thu Fri & Sat Sun & Holidays

Bldg. 113 JP: 036-868-2225 10 am - 10 pm 10 am - Midnight Noon - 8 pm

Fitness & Sports Complex

Habu Fitness Center Kadena: 634-3866 Open 24 hours, 7 days a week Manned Risner Fitness Center Open 24 hours, 7 days a week Manned Kadena: 634-5128 RisN’ Shine Mon - Fri Sat Sun Massage Therapy Daily

Bldg. 499 8 am - 5 pm Bldg. 109 5 am - 10 pm 7 am - 8 pm 7 am - 1 pm Closed Kadena: 634-5129 7:30 am - 7:30 pm

Kadena Sports Pro Shop Kadena: 966-7431 Mon - Fri Sat & Sun

Bldg. 109 JP: 036-868-2230 9 am - 6 pm Closed

Information, Tickets, & Travel

Bldg. 455 JP: 036-868-2226 10 am - 5 pm 10 am - 2 pm Closed

Kadena: 966-7333 Mon - Fri Sat & Family Days Sun & Holidays In-House Travel Agency Kadena: 966-7437 Mon - Fri (Lunch Sat & Family Days Sun, & Holidays

JP: 036-868-2266 10 am - 5 pm 1 - 2 pm) 10 am - 2 pm Closed

Library

Kadena: 634-1502 Mon - Wed Thu - Sun

Marina One mile north of Kadena Gate 1 Kadena: 966-7345 Dive Shop Mon, Tue, Thu, & Fri Sat, Sun, & Holidays Wed Harbor Kadena: 966-7282 Mon, Tue, Thu - Sun & Holidays Wed

Bldg. 451 10 am - 8 pm 10 am - 6 pm JP: 036-868-2228 10 am - 6 pm 7 am - 6 pm Closed JP: 036-868-2282 8 am - 5 pm Closed

Okuma Beach Located 51 miles north of Kadena off Route 58.

Open on regular hours on holidays.

Reservation Desk

JP: Daily Surfside Grill & Bar JP: Breakfast Afternoon Okuma Outdoor Recreation Daily

Outdoor Recreation

Kadena: 966-7343 Rental Equipment Mon, Tue, Thu, & Fri Sat & Sun Wed & Holidays Reservation for Flea Market & Parks Kadena: 966-7343 Paintball Kadena: 966-7343 Paintball Rec Play Kadena Aquatics Fairchild Pool Mon - Fri Sat Sun & every first Wed of the month Hagerstrom Pool Closed

098-962-1991/1992 8 am - 5 pm 631-1805 098-962-1805 8 am - 10 am 11 am - 9 pm (last order 8:30 pm) 631-1815 Bldg. 121 9 am - 5 pm Bldg. 614 JP: 036-868-2229 10 am - 6 pm 8 am - 3 pm Closed JP: 036-868-2229 JP: 036-868-2229 Reservation only Kadena: 634-7665 5 am - 7 pm 9 am - 1 pm Closed

Schilling Community Center Kadena: 634-1387 Mon - Fri Sat Sun & Holidays Family Days Barber Shop (E Club) Mon - Sat

Bldg. 455 7 am - 7 pm 9 am - 5 pm Closed 9 am - 2 pm 9 am - 6 pm

Shogun Auto Care Center

Repair Center Kadena: 966-7356 Mon - Sat U-Wrench-It & Parts Store Kadena: 966-7355 Mon - Fri Sat Sun Insurance Office Hours Mon - Fri Sat Sun

Bldg. 1436 JP: 036-868-2232 8 am - 5 pm JP: 036-868-2221 8 am - 7 pm 8 am - 8 pm 10 am - 6 pm 9 am - 5 pm 10 am - 2 pm Closed

Unite Program

Bldg. 721 JP: 070-3802-8959 Hours as applicable

Tue Sat & Sun No school & half days Front Desk Mon - Fri Sat & Sun

1 - 6 pm Closed Noon - 6 pm

Kadena: 632-7220 Mon - Sun

631-1991/1992

YOUTH & TEEN Child Care Referral Kadena: 632-7693 Mon - Fri

Bldg. 439 9 am - 3 pm

Child Development Centers Closed on family days.

Wakaba Kadena: 632-7420 Mon - Fri Niko Niko Kadena: 634-5263 Mon - Fri

Family Child Care

Closed on family days.

Kadena: 634-0514 Mon - Fri Parent Assistance Mon - Fri

School Liaison Office

Bldg. 132 7 am - 5 pm Bldg. 334 7 am - 5 pm Bldg. 1850 8 am - 5 pm 8 am - 9 am

School Age Care

Closed on family days.

Himawari School Age Care Kadena: 632-0202 Mon - Fri

Shima No Ko School Age Care Kadena: 634-1314 Mon - Fri

Bldg. 439 6:30 am - 5:30 pm

Kadena: 634-2231 Mon - Fri

Bldg. 4081 6:30 am - 5:30 pm Bldg. 99 JP: 080-6489-8617 8 am - 5 pm

Teen Center

Closed on Sundays & family days.

Kadena: 634-8443 Recreation (School days) Mon & Wed - Fri Tue Sat & Sun Summer Hours Recreation (No school & half days) Mon - Fri Office Mon - Fri

Youth Center

Kadena: 634-0500 Rec Room Mon, Wed - Fri

Bldg. 439

2 - 6 pm 1 - 6 pm Closed Noon - 6 pm Noon - 6 pm 1 - 6 pm Bldg. 1849 2 - 6 pm

9:30 am - 6 pm Closed

Youth Sports & Fitness at Youth Center

Kadena: 634-0572 Office Mon - Fri Sat & Sun

Bldg. 1849

10 am - 4:30 pm Closed

NON-FSS FACILITIES Air Force Recruiting Service DSN: 315-632-7835

Cell: 090-6868-3810

Army Veterinary Treatment Facility Kadena: 966-7593 Mon, Tue, Thu, & Fri Wed Sat & Sun Last duty day of each month

Bldg. 731 JP: 036-868-2263 8 am - 4:30 pm 10 am - 4:30 pm Closed Closes at noon

Note: Hours are subject to change.