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June 18, 2015 • mccsokinawa.com
okinawalivingweekly Paddle Okinawa
Father’s Day Teppanyaki
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Thomas Alan Smilie
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ne of the best ways to experience Okinawa is from the water. Kayaking brings you close to nature and lets you explore areas of the island that would be otherwise inaccessible. It’s also a great way to get your muscles moving and disguise exercise as something fun. Okinawa offers opportunities for both ocean kayaking and river kayaking. Inlets and coves are generally good spots for ocean kayaking where the waters are often calm. The Cape Maeda area in Onna Village is a popular spot for all water sport enthusiasts. Along the coastline, you can paddle to a natural cave known as Blue Cave that is not reachable by land and enjoy spectacular views. Further north, you’ll find ideal conditions for riv-
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er kayaking. The lush jungle area of Yanbaru offers mangrove-lined rivers. One of the largest mangrove forests is at the mouth of the Gesashi River in Higashi Village. The area is considered to be one of the most diverse natural environments on island and a great spot to take in the sights from your kayak. If you’re new to kayaking, MCCS Tours+ can get you started with a guided trip through the mangroves in Yanbaru. Or if you’d like to explore on your own, kayak rentals are available at Tsunami SCUBA for day or weekend trips to your favorite destination. Tsunami SCUBA also sells a variety of kayaks and gear to turn one trip into a regular hobby. For details on Tours+ trips or kayak rentals, visit mccsokinawa.com.
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elebrate Father’s Day on Saturday, June 20 by letting your dad relax over a scrumptious and exciting meal at the Habu Pit on MCAS Futenma. Treat Dad to local fare brought to you by the skilled teppanyaki cooks at the Habu Pit. Each of the chefs are trained to do more than cook for you—every meal is a performance. Be prepared to be wowed as you take in a culinary experience that goes far beyond regular dining. Enjoy a night out with a delicious teppanyaki dinner including several entrees to choose from, including chicken, beef, seafood and a land-and-sea combination. Teppanyaki Dinners seatings are available at 5 p.m., 6:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. All dads will receive a gift. Reservations are required. For more information call 636-3081 or visit mccsokinawa.com/habupit.
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