Preview Magazine - October 2017

MARINE CORPS COMMUNITY SERVICES // IWAKUNI, JAPAN

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DUI:

You Can’t Afford It!

Ring the Bell

Our Navy Turns 242!

Family is Forever

Evacuation, Disaster, and Threats

Oh My! NEO Preparedness

FIRST RUN MOVIES

October is

Domestic Violence Awareness

month

Proclamation Signing, Candlelight Vigil, & Walk

October 2, 4:30-6:30 PM, Starts at Main Post Office, Ends at Community Support Center.

Stand in the fight against domestic violence as we celebrate the courage of those who are willing to speak up and seek help.

Wear Purple Day October 2, all day

Raise awareness of the cause by wearing purple on this day.

Color Me Aware Run

October 7, 8 AM - 12:30 PM, Penny Lake Pre-registration starts September 8. Raise awareness for five important causes during our annual Color Me Aware Run.

Nearly Newlywed Game (Building Lasting Relationships)*

Self–Defense Class*

October 19, 11:30 AM - 1 PM, IronWorks Gym Dojo, Registration starts September 1 Pre-register at IronWorks Gym. Increase confidence and be empowered with these self defense basics. Open to 25 base personnel ages 18 and older.

October 10, 11 AM - 1 PM, Yujo Hall October 20, 5-7 PM, Eagle’s Nest

Empowered by HITT*

Join the fun of this game to enhance a healthy relationship and see how much you know about your spouse!

Empower yourself with High Intensity Tactical Training (HITT) and improve your speed, power, strength, and endurance! Open to 20 base personnel ages 18 and older.

Color Your World (MCFTB)

October 17, 10 AM - Noon, Crossroads Cafe Enjoy conversations, learn something new, and unwind with art as you tap into your inner Picasso.

Empowerment Pound & Tutu Making

October 19, 5-6:30 PM, IronWorks Gym

Movie on the Lawn

October 27 5:30-7:30 PM, Crossroads Amphitheater Bring the whole family to this movie night with popcorn and refreshments!

October 18, 5-7 PM, Crossroads Amphitheater Registration starts September 1

Find empowerment in the rhythm of POUND®. Youth and children are welcome, but only those ages 18 and older may use Ripstix® while supplies last. Open to 50 base personnel.

Family Advocacy  253-4526 MCAS Iwakuni 24/7 Helpline  090-9978-1033

*Limited free childcare is available for registered participants starting September 1.

CONTENTS

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A R T IC L E S

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A Message From the Provost Marshal

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First Run Movies

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Ring the Bell

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Evacuation, Disaster, and Threats, Oh My!

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Family is Forever

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Direct from the Director

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MCCS In-depth

5 SMP 6 Entertainment

Disaster, and Threats, 4

h My!

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Around Japan

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Auto Resources

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Semper Fit

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Wellness Services

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Kids & Parents

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MAP

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DIRECTORY

ur theme this year is ‘Sea Power: to Protect & Promote.’” lles explained. “Sea power is…making sure we have r best assets and warfighting team.” He continued, We protect our home front and promote what we stand for.”

eparedness

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having to recall many acronyms.

person. You should also include water, protein rich snack bars and is NEO. It stands for Non-Combatant food, and three to four layered outfits. If you have children, they should process in which civilians are have similar bags unless they are too young to carry their own bag. ter, man-made disaster, or threat.

Marine Corps Family Team Building (MCFTB) offers a monthly his year’s theme,]” shares Valles.

“Our intent isthat to share our heritage and and addresses ed in the very unlikely event of a workshop explains thenaval paperwork process

day.”

are multiple ways that you can

questions. There are also exercises that are designed by Installation

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rd to, “Some of the events for that night will include: the ringing of the bell; Personnel Administration Center (IPAC) that simulate the process of est sailor present; a guest speaker; and a POW/MIA remembrance ceremony.”

an prepare is by filling out the

an evacuation. The base recently had a very successful exercise in

nner. “This year, the menu will feature a choice of Filet Mignon with s can be foundSquash on MCAS Iwakuni’ s Valles, which“and U.S. Marine Corps MGySt Fernando Hernandez reported that or Butternut Ravioli,” said that includes a Jumbo Shrimp

nes.mil. This paperwork is your and there were over 150 participants during the two-day exercise. The From there youCash wantCage,” to make sure Valles. key to is beingtoprepared also being prepared to be flexible. lub Iwakuni shared HeNEO is excited executebut and celebrate nd a great event.” your identification documents, For more information about NEO, contact MCFTB at 253-3542.

proximately $100 and ¥10,000 per

DIGITALLY BRING THE PREVIEW WITH YOU!

This and older issues of the Preview Magazine are available online at nior Chief Isaac Valles at Isaac.valles@fe.navy.mil MCCSIwakuni.com. e at 253-3363

Jacquelyn Reyes-Reza, FOLLOW MCCS IWAKUNI MCFTB Volunteer MCCSIwakuni

MCCS Iwakuni

MCCSIwakuni Update

@mccs_iwakuni

MCCS Iwakuni

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MCAS IWAKUNI OCTOBER 2017

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DIRECT FROM THE

MCCS DIRECTOR

John Kasperski

PREVIEW Magazine is a monthly magazine published by Marine Corps Community Services’ Marketing to inform the community of events and programs offered by MCCS. The appearance of advertising and sponsors’ logos in this publication does not constitute federal government or Marine Corps endorsement.

DIRECTOR OF MARKETING / EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

J. Michael Browning DIGITAL MARKETING MANAGER

Jacob Hatter

DIRECTOR Introducing first run theater movies for the first time this month in the Sakura Theater is a huge deal for MCAS Iwakuni. MCCS patrons aboard the installation are obviously excited with no longer having to wait three to four weeks for Hollywood releases, but the question remains: ‘Why did it take this long?’

My response would be that this decision boiled down to common sense, not dollars and cents.

GRAPHIC DESIGN MANAGER

Martha Kuster MANAGING EDITOR

Kristi Anderson MARKETING COORDINATORS

Ronald Netemeyer Melissa Fuerst Jenna Cotherman GRAPHIC DESIGNERS

Sus Fukushima Kristi Anderson Scottie Jackson DIGITAL MEDIA

Eric Turner Adam McCambridge MARKETING ASSISTANT

Jenna West Shizuka Durbin COMMERCIAL ENTERPRISES

Hiro Nakamura Preview Magazine can be contacted via MCCS Marketing at 253-5284 or iwa.mrktg@usmc-mccs.org. For information on advertising your business or sponsoring MCCS events and programs, please call: 0827-794169 or DSN 253-4169. Uncredited photography provided by MCCS employees or stock photography websites. Interested in contributing images?

Contact the Marketing Office at 253-5284.

この基地内月間情報誌「プレビュー」に広 告を掲載されませんか？電光掲示板やモ ニターなど基地内のその他の媒体による 広告や基地内イベントへの協賛および協 賛広告（スポンサーシップ）も募集してい ます。詳細はMCCSマーケティングの下記 連絡先にお問い合わせください。日本語 での対応も可能です。連絡先：基地外か ら: 0827-79-4169、基地内線253-4169. mccsiwakuni.com/sponsorship

WHO WE ARE REUBEN GREEN POSITION: Personnel Security Specialist Human Resources

MCAS Iwakuni maintains the only overseas (excluding Hawaii) MCCS-operated movie MCAS Iwakuni maintains theater in the Marine Corps. the only overseas (excluding For years, MCCS paid a small Hawaii) MCCS-operated movie annual fee to participate in the theater in the Marine Corps. same program that every other MCCS theater in the United States subscribed to. The only problem with this program is that our customers have to wait weeks before they could see the films they wanted to see. That works okay back in the United States where customers have a plethora of options in viewing first run releases at theaters just outside the installation. Of course, that opportunity does not exist in Iwakuni.

The dollar and cents issue rested on assessing whether paying a much steeper price (40 times the original fee MCCS paid) for first run movies was affordable and sustainable. It certainly helps that MCAS Iwakuni is a rapidly expanding installation with a growing population. More people should result in more tickets and concessions sold. Regardless, MCCS doesn’t have a clear cut answer (yet) on whether offering first run movies will be a sound financial decision.

This is where common sense prevailed.

Our Commanding Officer wants to enhance the quality of life for Marines, Sailors & families serving here in Iwakuni. First run movies contribute to that. Furthermore, our patrons told us LOUD & CLEAR that first run movies are important. As a result, you made the decision easy for us.

Now all I ask is that you start making the Sakura Theater a regular part of your entertainment plans starting on October 6 with the first run showing of Blade Runner 2049. And please don’t forget to buy some popcorn.

"This has been the best job I have ever had: serving the Marine Corps community and their families. It has been my privilege to serve such an awesome community base!."

John Kasperski

MARKETING WELCOMES JENNA & SHIZUKA TO THE TEAM AND WISHES AARON ALL THE BEST!

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MCCS Director

MCCS

IN-DEPTH

OUR MISSION is the sole reason we exist and the driver that compels us to do what we do every day for our MARINES, SAILORS, AND THEIR FAMILIES.

How much profit does MCCS make from Friendship Day? Where does that money go?

Friendship Day is a large and complex one-day event.

MCCS pays many of the expenses associated with conducting the event including entertainment, food and vendor merchandise, and operating expenses.

Depending on the number of visitors, weather and other circumstances, MCCS makes anywhere from $100k to $300k net income (or profit) on Friendship Day. However, this number doesn’t consider the additional costs (primarily labor) in the days prior to hosting the event. Any profit from Friendship Day is used to pay for other entertainment and special events throughout the year such as the Fireworks Festival, holiday activities, and live entertainment.

I heard that the Crossroads Mall is closing for a year. Where will the restaurant operations go in the meantime?

After 20 years in service, the Crossroads Mall is in need of a face-lift, to include all new equipment and furnishing. Beginning in the summer of 2018, the entire food court will be closed for renovation until the summer of 2019. However, to continue serving the needs of the community, the various food venues will move to the following locations: 1. Burger King and Taco Bell will relocate to the Hangar Enlisted Club and be open for a limited number of hours during the day for all patrons.

2. Pizza Hut will operate from The Strike Zone food court area.

3. Subway and Baskin Robbins will be serving from the Eagle’s Nest at Club Iwakuni.

4. KFC will not relocate; however the Club will serve fried chicken selections.

The timing for these renovations is unfortunate but are beyond the ability of MCCS to control. Meanwhile, MCCS will open two entirely new restaurants in early 2018: Bueno Burrito and the much-anticipated Chili’s.

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A MESSAGE FROM

PROVOST MARSHAL LtCol Ricardo Benavides, Iwakuni Provost Marshal

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ear readers, it is my distinct pleasure to serve as your Provost Marshal here at MCAS Iwakuni. As the senior law enforcement officer on the Air Station and leader of your military police department, I oversee all law enforcement activities and services provided to the Air Station community. Accordingly, if you are reading this, it applies to you since base access is required for all forms of employment, whether SOFA status or not. I also work closely with my Japanese police counterparts, especially on law enforcement matters involving alleged – and confirmed – crimes committed off base by SOFA members.

into our law enforcement database, which is accessible and enforced by all other Marine Corps installations.

As a recent example, in July a dependent spouse was pulled over off base while driving with a .16 BAC. The Japanese Court issued a fine of ¥300,000 (~$3,000), the MCAS Iwakuni Traffic Court suspended the SOFA driver’s license for three Many of you who are new to the area may not years and three months, and the Station Magistrate know about the stiff penalties – on both the is reviewing the incident to determine whether Japanese and U.S. sides – imposed for committing immediate debarment from the base is necessary. crimes in Japan, in particular, penalties imposed for driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol.

The good news is that all DUI cases are Unfortunately, in the past six months, we have preventable, especially when you have a solid seen an increase in the number of DUI incidents plan to get home or back to base. Through the involving service members, dependent family use of taxi services, the Arrive Alive card (issued members, and civilian employees convicted by to service members upon check in), Designated Japanese courts for driving under the influence.

Drivers, other public transportation and the like, you will altogether avoid the harsh consequences For your awareness, Japanese DUI laws punish associated with receiving a DUI. If you do the impaired driving starting at .03 blood alcohol math, you will see that the average taxi cost from content (BAC). These laws apply to all SOFA downtown Iwakuni is roughly $15 one way. When members, regardless of what unit or organization compared to the court-issued fines, the savings we work for here on MCAS Iwakuni. Drivers with are huge. Remember that the cost of a taxi, or a BAC at or above .03 are subject to confinement any other form of public transportation, pales in

by Japanese courts for up to three years and a comparison to the collective penalties you’ll incur fine of up to ¥500,000 (~$5,000). For a BAC of for receiving just one – even if it’s your first – DUI. .10 or higher, Japanese courts can order up to So even if your plan completely falls through and five years confinement and award a fine of up to you end up stranded off base without a ride, don’t ¥1,000,000 (~$10,000). hesitate to contact your unit representative(s) or chain of command for assistance. Where there’s a Any degree of alcohol impairment while driving will, there’s a way. carries risks, regardless of the local BAC limit. If a driver is involved in an accident, even a trace Enjoy your tour here in the land of the rising sun. amount of alcohol can be used as evidence It’s a beautiful and safe duty station, and there is against the driver, resulting in increased fines and much to see and do. As your Provost Marshal, and penalties and possible confinement. Additionally, fellow American ambassador, I would only ask that off-base DUI incidents trigger a mandatory you do so safely and responsibly because in doing hearing before the MCAS Iwakuni Traffic Court. so we not only ensure the safety of ourselves and If you are found guilty of driving under the those around us, but we will also preserve our influence, it will result in the revocation of your longstanding great relationship with our host SOFA driver’s license and your ability to drive for nation and great Alliance partner, Japan. up to three years. The punishments succeeding a DUI will also follow you to your next duty station.

All information regarding a DUI is uploaded

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SINGLE MARINE PROGRAM

The Single Marine Program (SMP) is open to single and unaccompanied servicemembers only.

Authorized patrons of all abilities are welcomed. Please contact program staff if reasonable accommodations are necessary.

smp Iwakuni

UPCOMING EVENTS

MARINE LOUNGE // CROSSROADS SUN-THU: 10 AM - MIDNIGHT FRI, SAT & HOL: 10 AM - 2 AM  253-5368

SMP CHILDREN’S HOME VISIT OCTOBER 8, 10 AM - 6 PM

We are looking for 18 volunteers to visit a Japanese Children’s Home in Houfu City.

Transportation and LOA will be provided.

Sign-up starts October 1 at noon.

VIDEO GAME TOURNAMENT OCTOBER 9, NOON - 4 PM

Join us for a video game tournament to celebrate Columbus Day. Gift cards will be awarded to first and second place winners.

Refreshments will be served throughout the event.

FREE FOOD FRIDAY

streets of Iwakuni wearing traditional Japanese “happi coats”. Volunteers will receive LOA for their time. Sign-up starts October 9 at noon.

HIROSHIMA CLEAN UP DAY OCTOBER 20, 8 AM - 6 PM

We are looking for 18 volunteers to help with a clean up day in Hiroshima. Lunch and refreshments will be provided. Volunteers will receive an LOA for their time. Sign-up starts October 13 at noon.

BEACH CLEAN UP DAY OCTOBER 27, 7:30-10:30 AM

Come down to the Marine Lounge for a delicious lunch!

18 volunteers will help with a Clean Up Day in Iwakuni at Yuu Beach. Volunteers will receive a volunteer shirt and an LOA for their time. Sign up begins October 20 at noon.

IWAKUNI MATSURI FESTIVAL

CHESS TOURNAMENT

OCTOBER 15, 8 AM - 6 PM

OCTOBER 28, 2-4 PM

Join us at this amazing festival with a parade, flea market, and food vendors along the main street of downtown Iwakuni. SMP is looking for 20 volunteers to spend the day posing for pictures with Japanese locals and parade down the

Match your wits against the base’s best players at a friendly game of chess. Gift cards will be awarded to first and second place winners. Snacks and drinks will be served. Good luck to all and don’t forget to bring a friend!

OCTOBER 13, 11 AM - 1 PM

SPOOKTACULAR PARTY NIGHT OCTOBER 30, 7-9 PM Join us for a Night of Fright…if you dare!

Dress up and enjoy a Halloween treat with fun activities, karaoke, and a costume competition. Dress to scare if you dare to win! Refreshments will be served during the event. There will be opportunities to win prizes throughout the event.

HORNET’S NEST // NORTHSIDE BLDG. 1347 OPEN 24/7  253-3585

*Sign-up ends when the trip becomes full.

RESTAURANT TRIP

BOO RAH BASH OCTOBER 30, 7-9 PM

Have a fang-tastic Halloween by watching scary movies and entering our scariest costume contest! Free food, snacks, candy, and beverages will be served. Prizes awarded for best costumes.

NEW BLACKJACK & WING WEDNESDAY

OCTOBER 4, 5:30-8:30 PM Visit Sanzoku, AKA “The Chicken Shack”, and experience a unique Japanese restaurant! Transportation is free, just bring enough yen for dinner. Sign-up now at the Hornet’s Nest or Marine Lounge.

OCTOBER 25, 7-9 PM Registration starts at 6:30 PM and the tournament starts at 7 PM. Prizes will be awarded to first and second place winners. Wings and drinks will be provided throughout the event.

NAVY BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION

CERO CLIMB CENTER

OCTOBER 13, 11 AM - 1 PM Enjoy cake in celebration of the Nav y’s birthday.

MAZDA MUSEUM & RESTAURANT TRIP OCTOBER 13, 8 AM - 5 PM Tour the Mazda Museum and enjoy lunch at a nearby restaurant. Sign-up from September 11 at 8 AM to October 9 at 8 AM or if trip becomes full. Register at the Hornet’s Nest or Marine Lounge.

NEW NERF GUN TARGET CHALLENGE OCTOBER 24, 7-9 PM Test your combat skills with our Nerf Gun Target Challenge. Prizes will be awarded to the first and second place winners.

Snacks and drinks will be provided.

NOVEMBER 25, 10 AM - 6:10 PM Enjoy a day trip to Hiroshima and test your climbing skills at the Cero Climb Center! A fee of $22 is due at sign-up and covers transportation, climbing equipment, and four hours of indoors rock climbing. Sign-up is from October 23 at noon to November 20 or until trip becomes full. Register at the Hornet’s Nest or Marine Lounge.

SAIKI KOKUSAI ARCHERY LAND NOVEMBER 11, 8 AM - 4:45 PM A fee of $30 includes transportation, archery instruction, day of archery on the range, and target course or trail.

Sign-up is from October 10 at noon to November 6 at 8 AM or if trip becomes full. Sign up at the Hornet’s Nest or Marine Lounge.

DINING & ENTERTAINMENT CLUB IWAKUNI  253-5416 JD'S GRILLE BREAKFAST: MON-SAT 6:30-11 AM LUNCH:

MON-SAT 11 AM - 2 PM

DINNER:

SUN-THUR 4:30-10 PM

FRI & SAT 4:30-11 PM

OCTOBER JD'S SPECIALS* October 2-6 : Teriyaki Chicken

& Shrimp Donburi October 9-13 : Southwestern Steak Salad October 16-20: Buffalo Shrimp Wrap October 23-27: Gnocchi w/ Alfredo Sauce October 30 - November 3: Salmon BLT *Menu subject to change

CATERING

CLUBS OFFICERS’ CLUB

BINGO NIGHT

SOCIAL HOUR WITH FREE FINGER FOODS

OCTOBER 16, 6-9 PM

FRIDAYS, 5-7 PM

Gather your friends for a chance to win big!

VARIETY DJ

FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS, 6 PM - MIDNIGHT

MONGOLIAN NIGHT

K-BAR -

Create your own Mongolian-style dish.

SUNDAY BRUNCH

FRIDAYS, 6 - 8 PM

VARIETY DJ

FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS, 6 PM - MIDNIGHT

BALLROOM, WEDNESDAYS, 5-9 PM $.75/OZ ADULTS, $5.95 KIDS AGES 6-10

BALLROOM, SUNDAYS, 8 AM - 1:30 PM $14.95 ADULTS, $5.95 KIDS AGES 6 -10

STAFF NCO

SOCIAL HOUR WITH FREE FINGER FOODS

Gather your friends for a delicious spread of your favorite brunch dishes.

LANDING ZONE - JR. ENLISTED

GRAND BUFFET

FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS, 8:30 PM - 2 AM

Serving a wide variety of salad, entrées, desserts, pastas and Asian dishes.

SOCIAL HOUR WITH FREE FINGER FOODS

FRIDAYS, 8-10 PM

BALLROOM, FRIDAYS, 11 AM - 1:30 PM

253-3111 - MON-FRI, 8 AM - 5 PM

VARIETY DJ

SAKURA THEATER  253-4002 OCTOBER FIRST RUN MOVIES*

CHECK OUT

MCCSIWAKUNI.COM

FOR THE FULL MOVIE SCHEDULE & PREMIERE DATES *MOVIES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

SAKURA Have a party with us!

Birthday Parties / Unit Movies Award Ceremonies / Special Events FOR RESERVATIONS CONTACT OMBIWASAKURA@USMC-MCCS.ORG

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FIRST RUN MOVIES W

e’ve all been waiting for this moment: first-run movies at MCAS Iwakuni! Come October 6 at the Sakura Theater, you can finally enjoy the new movie premieres from Hollywood at the same dates as back

home. But the process for this great service wasn’t easy or cheap. After a planning period of 18 months, MCCS Iwakuni foot the bill of a whopping $205K. Now we don’t only get new movie premieres, but also an increase from seven to 10 showings a week! This will mean a change in the hours that the theater operates.

Movie showing times will be changing as of October 6.

Remember, you don’t have to stand in long lines for tickets or food and miss the start of the movie! The Sakura Theater provides advance ticket and food sales Mondays and Thursdays - Sundays from 2-7:30 PM.

New Movie Times: Sunday 3 PM & 7PM Monday, Wednesday & Thursday 7 PM Tuesday Closed Friday 7 PM & 10 PM Saturday 3 PM, 7 PM, & 10 PM

ADMIT ONE Friday 10/6 er 2049 (R) 7 PM - Blade Runn (R) 10 PM - Wind River Saturday 10/7 3 PM - Leap! (PG) 7 PM - IT (R) ’s Bodyguard (R) 10 PM - The Hitman Sunday 10/8 3 PM - Leap! (PG) er 2049 (R) 7 PM - Blade Runn Monday 10/9 (PG13) 3 PM - Home Again 7 PM - IT (R)

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Ring the Bell Our Navy Turns 242!

BY JESSICA MCFARLANE, COMMUNITY WRITER

This year, across the globe, bells will ring to commemorate the birthday of the United States Navy. How will local sailors observe the day and what exactly are they celebrating?

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id you know that the US Navy was commissioned before the Declaration of Independence was signed? That’s right, born on October 13, 1775, the Navy is older than our country. Maritime is in America’s blood, and maritime superiority defines the US Navy, which began with a humble fleet of two ships and evolved into the world’s most powerful forces.

On a magnificent fleet of approximately 300 ships, sailors patrol above and below the massive oceans that cover 70% of our Earth’s surface. The crew patrols the waters, conducting exercises that strengthen alliances, assisting in humanitarian missions, mobilizing troops, and launching aircraft and missiles.

The US Navy has the biggest area of responsibility of any of our armed forces.

But its scope isn’t limited to the seas. Today’s 242-year-old Navy is a force comprised of many facets--sub and surface fleets, aviation, navy medicine, and Expeditionary Forces.

Locally, Iwakuni sailors will celebrate the Navy birthday exactly 242 years to the day of its inception. “We will have the Navy Birthday Ball on October 13,” says the president of the ball committee, Senior Chief Isaac Valles, “this year, we nailed it!”

“Sailors, Marines, officers, enlisted, retirees…everyone is invited to make our Navy proud and be a part of the celebration,” said Valles. He wants to ensure that even if a sailor is deployed, their spouses are welcome to join the festivities. Valles adds, “Atsugi spouses are invited too.”

“Our theme this year is ‘Sea Power: to Protect & Promote.’”

Valles explained. “Sea power is…making sure we have our best assets and warfighting team.” He continued, “We protect our home front and promote what we stand for.”

“The Navy Ball ceremonies speak volumes [to this year’s theme,]” shares Valles. “Our intent is to share our naval heritage and traditions while also celebrating our Navy Birthday.”

Valles describes what attendees can look forward to, “Some of the events for that night will include: the ringing of the bell; a cake cutting ceremony; the youngest and oldest sailor present; a guest speaker; and a POW/MIA remembrance ceremony.”

It wouldn’t be a formal ball without a served dinner. “This year, the menu will feature a choice of Filet Mignon with Bearnaise sauce, Thai Green Chicken Skewers, or Butternut Squash Ravioli,” said Valles, “and that includes a Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail appetizer, dessert, and Greek Salad.”

“Tickets are $50 each and are available at the Club Iwakuni Cash Cage,” shared Valles. He is excited to execute and celebrate the Navy’s big day, “It’s going to be a great day and a great event.”

For additional information, please contact Senior Chief Isaac Valles at Isaac.valles@fe.navy.mil For tickets, call or visit Club Iwakuni cash cage at 253-3363

INFORMATION TOURS & TRAVEL Brochures and suggestions can be found in our office located in Crossroads Mall. Sign-ups for all trips start two months before event date. Sign-up is first-come, first-served, so sign up early. Prices vary per event. Stop by IT&T office to learn more about trip pricing and itinerary.

HISTORICAL CANAL TOWN & SHOPPING IN KURASHIKI

ZEN MEDITATION EXPERIENCE AT SETODA ISLAND

OCTOBER 14

NOVEMBER 11

The mall has a variety of shops. About 20-min walk from the mall, there is Bikan canal area where you will find beautiful Japanese buildings, souvenir shops, and museums on White & Black wall street along the canal. Have fun and explore Kurashiki!

Visit Kofukuji Temple to experience Zen sitting meditation and learn to write Buddhist scriptures followed by a traditional Zen lunch. You will also have free time in downtown Setoda.

HIMEJI CASTLE OCTOBER 21

Himeji castle was registered with UNESCO as the world cultural heritage site. The castle recently completed a five year renovation project of the castle tower. Enjoy the view of the “White Heron Castle,” a magnificent Japanese castle that has survived in its original form.

UNIVERSAL STUDIOS JAPAN “HALLOWEEN PARTY” OCTOBER 28

Experience the thrills, excitement, and magic of Hollywood in Osaka!

You will find something for everyone at Universal Studios Japan including roller coasters, options for young children, and themed areas such as The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Don’t miss the latest attraction, Despicable Me Minion Mayhem, at the Minion Park!

Admission tickets are purchased upon entry.

KAGURA DANCE PERFORMANCE NOVEMBER 5

“Music of the Gods”, whether it is performed in the sacred precincts of the Imperial Palace or in some small village shrine, always signifies a musical performance intended as an offering and an entertainment to the ancient gods of Japan. See the performance, have a photo session with performers, and visit an old beautiful temple in Masuda where you will have Japanese tea and sweets.

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SPACE WORLD TRIP NOVEMBER 18

Enjoy fantastic and thrilling rides at a space-themed amusement park located in Kyushu. Fun for all ages. The park will close down at the end of 2017, so this is your last chance to enjoy it. Also, Aeon Mall and the Dinosaur Museum are nearby.

TOKYO FUN TRIP “THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY” NOVEMBER 21-26

Enjoy lunch and shopping at Yokosuka Navy Base before checking into the New Sanno Hotel. You will have free time until checking out at 9 AM on November 26. During your stay in Tokyo, IT&T will offer you optional tours. Everything you want to do is available in this megalopolis!

SUMO GRAND TOURNAMENT NOVEMBER 25 (SEMI-FINAL) & NOVEMBER 26 (FINAL)

Catch the exciting Fukuoka Sumo Tournament. You will also have a chance to enjoy shopping at Canal City Shopping Mall in downtown Fukuoka before the sumo tournament.

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INFORMATION TOURS & TRAVEL

 253-4377

IT&T UPCOMING EVENTS

HOLIDAY LIGHTS & DECORATIONS AT HUIS TEN BOSCH DECEMBER 16

SIGN-UP STARTS ON OCTOBER 16.

Huis Ten Bosch (Dutch Village Them Park) in Nagasaki Prefecture. Please purchase your 1-day pass on your own when you arrive at the park.

IT&T tour guide will assist you to purchase your ticket at the ticket window. The pass covers almost all the attractions. It takes about 5 hours to get there. After arriving, it is your free time.

Enjoy their wonderful shows and attractions!

TOKYO FUN TRIP

DECEMBER 21 - DECEMBER 26 SIGN-UP STARTS OCTOBER 23

Enjoy lunch and shopping at Yokosuka Navy base before checking into the New Sanno Hotel.

During your stay in Tokyo, IT&T will offer you optional tours. On the Tokyo sightseeing tour, we will visit famous sightseeing places such as Tokyo Tower, Asakusa temple village, and Odaiba shopping mall. On the Tokyo Disney Land/Sea tour, you will have a chance to enjoy their fantastic shows and attractions there. Everything you want to do is available in this megalopolis!

KYOTO 3-DAY TRIP DECEMBER 23 - 25

SIGN-UP STARTS OCTOBER 23

We will take you to main sightseeing spot of Nara and Kyoto. You will see temples, shrines and more. We assure you that this Nara and Kyoto trip is an experience that you don’t want to miss!

*IT&T trips are subject to change

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CULTURAL ADAPTATION  253-6165/6439 Offering local cultural tours, events and classes. Pre-registration for classes and tours is required. Stop by the Cultural Adaptation office at Personal & Professional Development (P&PD) in Bldg 411 for more information or to register.

FULL MOON TEA CEREMONY

I-FESTA KINTAI FESTIVAL

OCTOBER 4, 4:30–9:30 PM, KINTAI, IWAKUNI SIGN-UP STARTS SEPTEMBER 5 AT P&PD

NOVEMBER 5, 8:30 AM - 5 PM, KINTAI AREA, IWAKUNI SIGN-UP STARTS OCTOBER 5 AT P&PD

Enjoy tea ceremony at Kintai Castle Ropeway place. Iwakuni Tea Ceremony Club will be providing a special event night. This will be a great opportunity to have a tea ceremony experience in such a nice atmosphere. Fee: ¥1,050 for ropeway and tea ceremony.

This is great opportunity to meet local people as a volunteer and be a part of the community at the I-Festa Kintai Festival. We will have the Cultural Adaptation booth, so you can do anything you like such as teach English, face paint, juggle, cosplay, and more. Whether you have a talent or not, volunteers will be able to receive LOA. Please bring enough yen for your lunch as there are lots of food booths at the festival area.

RICE HARVESTING EXPERIENCE OCTOBER 7, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM, TENNO, IWAKUNI SIGN-UP STARTS SEPTEMBER 7 AT P&PD

Join the local nationals in a traditional rice harvesting event in Tenno, Iwakuni! Participation fee of ¥500 is due on the tour day. Please bring beverage, sunscreen, towel, a hat, extra yen, and ID.

CHESTNUT PICKING OCTOBER 20, 8:45 AM - 4:30 PM, MIWA-CHO, IWAKUNI SIGN-UP STARTS SEPTEMBER 20 AT P&PD

Have you ever eaten chestnuts before? Chestnuts are a type of food commonly eaten during the fall season in Japan. It is also one of the many specialties of Miwa-cho Iwakuni. Enjoy chestnut picking and several types of chestnuts meals. Fee: ¥1,500

TENKOKU - CREATE YOUR OWN SEALING STAMP NOVEMBER 2, 10 AM - 3:30 PM, BLDG. 411 ROOM 121 & 122 SIGN-UP STARTS OCTOBER 2 AT P&PD

Tenkoku is Japanese seal engraving stamp. The stamp is engraved using Ten-sho style letters. The instructor will find suitable kanji letter for your name. Let’s try to make your own Tenkoku sealing stamp! That will be good for your Christmas cards’ signature. Fee: ¥1,000

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MIKAWA MU VALLEY ADVENTURE NOVEMBER 10, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, MIKAWA, IWAKUNI SIGN-UP STARTS OCTOBER 10 AT P&PD

Enjoy adventure and treasure hunting in the underground kingdom.

This theme park used to be a mine site. Inside is always cool temperature. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring your ID, beverage, and yen. Free trip including lunch.

MAKING POTTERY NOVEMBER 17, 8:45 AM - 3:30 PM, FUREAI PARK, IWAKUNI SIGN-UP STARTS OCTOBER 17 AT P&PD

Experience making your own pottery! You can try to make a Yunomi (Japanese tea cup), rice bowl, and more. After that, enjoy lunch at Yuubeach. Please bring your ID, an apron, towel, beverage, and enough yen for lunch. Fee: ¥315.

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INFORMATION & REFERRAL  253-6161 Providing local services, resource information and language assistance. Listed below are local events so you can get out and have your own adventure. Call or stop by Bldg. 411, Rm. 101 for details.

AUTUMN EXCURSION BOAT “MOMIJI-BUNE”

TENKOKU SEAL CARVING EXPERIENCE

THROUGH NOVEMBER 20, WEEKENDS & JAPANESE HOLIDAYS 11 AM - 2 PM, NEAR KINTAI BRIDGE

OCTOBER 5, 10, 14, 19, 21, 24, 29, & 31, 10 AM - 4 PM, MATSUGANE, KINTAI BRIDGE AREA

Enjoy the view of Kintai Bridge with colored leaves in the cool, crisp air from a boat. A 20 minute boat ride is ¥500. You can also charter a boat with eight or more passengers.

EXHIBITION OF KITSUNEGASAKI SWORD

Visit Matsugane (Iwakuni City Visitors Center) to make your own seal. You can use the stamp on the post cards, calligraphy works, or paintings along your signature. It takes about 30 minutes to engrave one seal. Fee: ¥1,000. Advance reservation is preferred. Please call 0827-28-6600, English language is available.

THROUGH NOVEMBER 26, OPEN DAILY EXCEPT WEDNESDAYS, 9 AM - 5 PM, KIKKAWA FAMILY MUSEUM IN KIKKO PARK

GENPEI NIGHT IN AKAMA SHRINE

The Kitsunegasaki Sword, registered as a National Treasure, is on display. This sword is a family treasure of the Kikkawa family who used to govern the Iwakuni area as the feudal load. Admission is ¥500.

KIMONO WEEK IN HAGI CITY OCTOBER 1-22, 10 AM - 5 PM, HAGI CITY

OCTOBER 7-28, SATURDAYS, 8-9:20 PM, SHIMONOSEKI CITY

A short musical program based on stories of the samurai era will be presented to the audience for free. There is designated parking space near Karato market. In the case of inclement weather, the event may be canceled.

In the historical town of Hagi, you’ll see traditional buildings and landscapes from the Edo period. Get dressed in kimono and walk around town or join a workshop to make small accessories. Kimono rental and dressing fee is ¥4,000. You must sign-in by 3 PM.

MITARAI BAY FIREWORKS DISPLAY

TEA CEREMONY

HAYAOSA SHRINE AUTUMN FESTIVAL

OCTOBER 1, 8, & 15, 10 AM - 2 PM, KIKKO PARK

OCTOBER 8, 2-7:30 PM, HIKARI CITY

Kikko Chashitsu was originally built as a guest house for the Kikkawa family in 1892. Now the house is used as a tea house by Iwakuni Tea Ceremony Association. It is located in the same area where Kikkawa family history museum and Chokokan museum are located.

Please come to experience traditional Japanese culture. Japanese sweets and green powder tea will be served. Admission fee is ¥500.

Semi-formal attire is recommended.

OCTOBER 7, 7:30-8:15 PM, HIKARI CITY

A display of 4,200 fireworks will light up the sky above Mitarai Bay. This event is celebrates the eve of the Hayaosa Shrine Festival.

The parade of 11 floats dragged by local young men in high spirits will leave Hayaosa Shrine at 2:40 PM and arrive at Fugen Temple at 4:05 PM.

IWAKUNI FESTIVAL OCTOBER 15, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM, DOWNTOWN IWAKUNI

There will be a parade, a flea market, and food vendors along the main street of downtown. There is also a children’s play area located in a nearby park.

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10/5

Mr. Big // Hiroshima

10/8

Dragon Ash // Tokyo

11/3

The Glenn Miller Orchestra // Chiba

12/3

The Glenn Miller Orchestra // Tokyo

11/6

The Strypes // Hiroshima

10/17-18 Jackson Browne // Tokyo 10/20

Marillion // Kawasaki

10/30

CJ Ramone // Tokyo

FESTIVALS/OTHER EVENTS 10/7-8

Sake Festival // Hiroshima

10/7-9

Nagasaki Kunchi // Nagasaki

10/7-9

Naha Festival // Okinawa

10/14-15 Nada Fighting Festival // Hyogo 10/14-15 Iwakuni Festival 10/22

Jidai Festival // Kyoto

10/9

Halloween & Autumn Festival // Hachigamine Park

12/7-8

Harry Styles // Tokyo

11/20-21 Huey Lewis & The News

// Tokyo

12/8-9

Miho Fukuhara // Tokyo

11/30

12/16

The Ramona Flowers // Tokyo

12/28

Shawn Mendes // Tokyo

The Chieftains // Tokyo

FESTIVALS/OTHER EVENTS 11/12-26 Sumo Grand Tournament

// Fukuoka 11/15

Fire-Walking Ceremony // Miyajima

11/17-1/3 Dreamination Illumination

// Hiroshima

FESTIVALS/OTHER EVENTS 11/17-1/3 Hiroshima Dreamination

// Downtown Hiroshima 12/8-12 Luminarie // Kobe 12/23

Tree Festival // Shunan

11/18-20 Ebisu Festival // Hiroshima 11/23

Shimonoseki Fish Festival // Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi

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Visit our new English site: www.akioota-navi.jp/en/

Yanai Country Club Only a 40 minute drive from MCAS Iwakuni Magnificent 27 hole course made on gentle slopes Reservation at 0820-28-1111 (English-speaking staff available.) or Email: dmizumoto@pacificgolf.co.jp

MCAS IWAKUNI SPECIAL PACKAGE

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Please show your ID at check-in.

GREEN FEE including Tax ¥6,980 (weekdays), ¥10,900 (Sat, Sun & JPN holidays) Free lunch available everyday

Open Daily: 7:30 AM -5:30 PM T-shirts, Jeans, or Sandals are not suitable for our golf course

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HIROSHIMA AIRPORT TRANSPORT SERVICE 253-4377

Need a ride from/to the Hiroshima Airport? A two week reservation will be required for airport transportation. Payment is required to secure a seat.

AUTO

AUTO SKILLS CENTER 253-5325 MON, TUE, & FRI: NOON - 8 PM SAT & SUN: 10 AM - 8 PM (CLOSED WED & THU)

Whether you are looking to repair, restore or just clean your vehicle, the Auto Skills Center has what you need!

PROJECT BAY $8/DAY

Available on a first-come, first-served basis. We provide state of the art tools, engine hoist, hydraulic transmission jack and more.

TITLE CHANGES

Get your vehicle title changed for $45.

JCI LOANER VEHICLES

Loaners are for JCI patrons and are limited to local usage within 50KM of base. Vehicles available on a first-come, first-served basis.

JCI INSPECTION

Have your JCI Inspection performed by our professional mechanics at Typhoon Motors.

VEHICLE PRE-PURCHASE SAFETY INSPECTION

New to Iwakuni or just buying another vehicle? We’ll check it over and provide any findings along with an estimate for needed repairs.

VEHICLE RENTAL

TYPHOON MOTORS

253-4245 DAILY: 8 AM - 8 PM

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Our well maintained rental fleet consists of small pickup trucks, passenger vans and cars. Make reservations in advance. We also offer BBQ grills and propane tanks for rent.

We offer a variety of services to keep your vehicle running smooth.

Feel free to contact our knowledgeable and friendly staff about your automotive needs.

MAINTENANCE SERVICES

EARLY DROP OFF PLAN

Services include oil and filter change, brake and radiator work, stereo installation, diagnostic checks, tire work, troubleshooting, clutch repair, part and accessory orders and more.

Customers using the Early Drop Off Plan may return rental cars at any time prior to the date and time the vehicle is due back. Additional fees will be applied to vehicles without a full tank of gas. There is no early drop-off for vehicles involved in accidents.

TOWING SERVICES

EXTEND 1/2 DAY FOR 1/2 PRICE

MON - FRI, 8 AM - 6 PM, SAT, 8 AM - 4:30 PM CLOSED SUN & HOLIDAYS

Towing services are only available during business hours and within a 50KM radius of MCAS Iwakuni. If you are involved in an accident, make sure you call PMO first at 253-3303 (DSN), 0827-79-3303 (from off base or cell phone).

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Rent a car for at least one day and extend it for half day on the return day for ½ price. Offer not retroactive. Customers must sign up for special at time of rental. Unless entire reservation is canceled there is no refund on this special.

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Evacuation, Disaster, and Threats,

Oh My! NEO Preparedness

Being a military spouse means having to recall many acronyms.

One that is being said very often is NEO. It stands for Non-Combatant Evacuation Operations. This is a process in which civilians are evacuated due to a natural disaster, man-made disaster, or threat.

As a spouse, I want to be prepared in the very unlikely event of a NEO occurring. Thankfully, there are multiple ways that you can prepare yourself and your family.

One of the first ways that you can prepare is by filling out the NEO package. The required forms can be found on MCAS Iwakuni’s website, www.mcasiwakuni.marines.mil. This paperwork is your and your family’s ticket off the base. From there you want to make sure that you have a “go-bag” with all your identification documents, pictures of your children, and approximately $100 and ¥10,000 per

person. You should also include water, protein rich snack bars and food, and three to four layered outfits. If you have children, they should have similar bags unless they are too young to carry their own bag.

Marine Corps Family Team Building (MCFTB) offers a monthly workshop that explains the paperwork process and addresses questions. There are also exercises that are designed by Installation Personnel Administration Center (IPAC) that simulate the process of an evacuation. The base recently had a very successful exercise in which U.S. Marine Corps MGySt Fernando Hernandez reported that there were over 150 participants during the two-day exercise. The key to NEO is being prepared but also being prepared to be flexible.

For more information about NEO, contact MCFTB at 253-3542.

Jacquelyn Reyes-Reza, MCFTB Volunteer

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Our Advertising Policy We try to have adequate stock of all advertised items. When out-of-stocks occur, we offer a substitute item of comparable value.

This excludes limited offers and special purchase items not regularly available at your MCX. To maximize stock available to our customers, we may MCX IWAKUNI limit quantities. No additional discounts on advertised items. Call 253-5641 for details. MCX advertising is part of your benefits as a member of the US military family. If you would like to receive information about our sales and special events via email, please write us at mcxhelp@usmc-mccs.org.

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BY JENNA WEST, COMMUNITY WRITER

Family is Forever The Care & Feeding of Japanese Ancestors

Much can be revealed about societies and cultures by learning something of their customs regarding treatment of the deceased, and Japan is certainly no exception. This topic almost invariably has some religious connection, so the research for this article was a fascinating exploration of the beliefs held by the Japanese people when it comes to life’s end. Here, as in so many other areas, the concept of “the same difference” across cultures proves to be abundant.

To preface, the Japanese are of mixed religious persuasion, part Shinto but mainly Buddhist, the latter in particular regarding death and the hereafter. They believe that their ancestors, who remain together in the same celestial family that they were in here on earth, can influence the course of events and control circumstances, for good or evil, surrounding their living relatives. From their place in the “other world”, these spirits take an active interest in the affairs of their survivors, watching over and protecting (or harming!) them, and periodically return to visit our world here. Thus, the soul of a deceased person is carefully tended to; neglecting one’s ancestor would most likely invite misfortune in one form or another.

If you have ventured to downtown Iwakuni, you will have passed the cemetery a few hundred meters beyond Four Corners on Route 188. The hill on which I used to live, not far from the Monzen Gate, holds two cemeteries tucked into its side. These are municipal cemeteries, maintained by the local government, but the families of those interred there are most diligent about caring for their own plots, or haka.

Many Buddhist temples also have cemeteries surrounding or adjacent to them, which are maintained by monks and for which service the family pays an annual fee (but they still make their own periodic visits).

A common question people from Western societies ask is, why are the graves so close together? A popular explanation I have heard, albeit an erroneous one, is that the Japanese bury their dead “standing up”. Not true!

Nearly all Japanese are cremated and their ashes put to rest in compact, waterproof containers – for two practical reasons. First, Japan is small – a population roughly half that of the US is confined to an area about the size of California. To boot, it is steeply rugged, and seismically active. Only about 30 percent of the land is usable for anything, including space for the living. There is simply no room for large cemeteries or memorial parks such as Americans are used to. Secondly, the shallow soil depth and steep slopes do not allow for the traditional burial method we know. Several dozen ash containers can be fit into a space about half the size of a normal full-body grave. Finally (not to get macabre about it), cremation creates a sterile by-product.

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On Funerals

A very brief description of a Japanese funeral may be order, offered only as a rudimentary understanding of how the departed get to their final resting place (although in fact, this resting place is some ways far from “final”). This can become quite a complicated affair – I found a website containing no less than 61 carefully planned separate steps!

After expiration, the lips of the deceased are moistened with water as a symbolic plea for return to this world. The body is washed and dressed in old-style pilgrims’ clothes, including a pouch of six coins to pay for passage across the river to the other world (sound familiar?). The body is laid on the floor, head pointed to the north, which is supposedly how the Buddha entered Nirvana.

A small altar is set up to the left of the head, on which is set a flower, incense, a lighted candle, and a bowl of rice with chopsticks inserted vertically. Thus, it is very poor etiquette while dining for you to leave chopsticks stuck straight up in your food.

Many older Japanese homes contain a butsudan, a lacquered wood shrine holding portraits of deceased family members, various religious artifacts, and other commemorative articles. Prayers are made at the altar to pay respect and to seek guidance.

Most important is the ihai, a wooden tablet inscribed with two items: the date of death, and the special name given to the deceased by a priest. The doors of the butsudan are opened wide so that the Buddhist gods can comfort the bereaved and guide the dead to their heavenly home. If there is a Shinto shrine in the home, however, its doors are closed and it is covered with white paper to protect the household from “the impurity of death”.

The next evening, the Buddhist priest comes to the home to chant sutras for the departing soul. Afterward, the family serves a meal, often quite sumptuous, to mourners and guests. The wake is held all that second night; relatives and other mourners pay a call, burn sticks of incense, and pray for the departing soul. Japanese wakes are much like Irish ones, with food and drink supplied in abundance. The soul of the newly deceased is in a state of some confusion. The mourners, with considerable merriment, comfort and protect it from evil spirits which seek to possess it before it journeys away.

The next day, the body is placed in a coffin and taken by hearse to the ceremonial hall. After the funeral service is held, the body is cremated and another feast is held. The ashes are placed in a small urn, taken home, and set upon the altar of the butsudan. Burial of ashes in the haka usually takes place around 35 days after the funeral, but this varies according to the Buddhist calendar. A third large feast is served after the burial. Although this is a severely abridged description of the ritual, it should serve to give some basis of comparison between East and West.

The Gravesite

The haka contains several elements, all reflecting Japanese beliefs about the afterlife.

The most prominent feature is the monument stone, carved with the family name. An underground vault contains the urns of ashes.

All family members’ remains are interred in this same vault (wives are buried in their husband’s family grave). Stone lanterns, to either side and slightly forward of the monument, contain candles to light the way between the other world and this one. Directly before the monument is an altar, flanked by flower vases, for making offerings, burning incense, and praying. Mourners visit the gravesite every seventh day for the first 49 days. Afterward, the soul, freed from this world, goes to take its place among the ancestors.

On altars, you often see cans of soft drinks, juice, or coffee, small bottles of alcoholic beverages, packages of snack foods, fruits, packs of cigarettes or small trinkets – the deceased’s favorites in this life. It is a measure of a family’s devotion to periodically provide these items of comfort.

Five dates in the year are important for cleaning and “restocking” the haka. They are o-higan, the spring and fall equinoxes, o-bon (The Festival of the Dead – two visits), and at the end of December, when everything is cleaned and readied for the New Year.

Want to know more about Japanese funeral customs? Check out the Library in Building 411; they have a great selection of books and videos about Japanese culture and customs like Yôjirô Takita’s award-winning film “Departures”.

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COLOR ME aware

RUN OCTOBER 7 8 AM - NOON PENNY LAKE

Oktoberfest Club Iwakuni Ballroom October 7 4 - 7 PM

SIGN IN 8-8:45 AM 3K WALK/RUN 9 AM - Noon

Come celebrate with authentic German food and beverage!

Pre-registration starts September 8 - October 7 Inclement weather date: October 28

Tickets are $50 for pre-sale starting September 1st, $60 at the door, $55 at the door if you are in Bavarian-style attire.

After the run join in on the Fall Carnival. Enjoy raffles, carnival food, bounce houses, music, Zumba demonstrations, and food for purchase. Free t-shirt will be given to the first 300 participants that preregister.

Adults 20+ Only Please Drink Responsibly

Join Behavioral Health at Penny Lake to raise awareness for five important causes.

Pink - Breast Cancer Awareness Blue - Child Abuse Awareness Yellow - Suicide Awareness Purple - Domestic Violence Awareness Red - Drug & Alcohol Abuse Awareness All participants are encouraged to wear the colors above to show their support.

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Open to all base personnel; all ages welcome.

Interested in volunteering?

Please call Behavioral Health for details.

Behavioral Health  253-5043  OMBIwakuni.BehavioralHealth@usmc-mccs.org

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The appearance of commercial sponsors’ logos does not constitute official endorsement by the US Federal Government or the United States Marine Corps.

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BUFFEt October 13, 11 AM - 2 PM EAGLE’S NEST

Adults: $12, Kids (ages 6-10): $5.95 MAIN STATION Jalapeño Corn Bread Chips and Salsa Mexican Corn Spanish Rice Borracho Beans Chiles Rellenos Chicken Enchiladas Pork Carnitas BURRITO STATION Grilled Beef & Chicken Fajitas Cilantro-Lime Rice Peppers and Onions Refried Beans Large Flour Tortillas

TACO BAR Shredded Chicken Ground Beef Flour & Corn Tortillas Tomato, Onion, Lettuce, Jalapeño, Sour Cream, Guacamole, Shredded Cheese, and Salsa SOUP & SALAD BAR DESSERTS Flan Churros Sopapillas Cookies *Menu is subject to change based on availability.

RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED

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Proclamation Signing CANDLELIGHT VIGIL & WALK

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2-3-9 Marifu, Iwakuni

Iwakuni Station

We offer draft Japanese beer, too!

Monday - Friday 11 AM - 3 PM & 5-10 PM Saturday & Sunday 11 AM - 10 PM Free Parking Ticket Available

www.ganeshindo.com

Credit cards accepted

Gyu-Kaku JAPANESE STYLE GRILLED BEEF RESTAURANT Route 2 Iwakuni City P View Hotel

Route 188

Iwakuni

Open Hours 11 AM - 3 PM & 5 PM - 9 PM

OPEN DAILY, 5 PM - MIDNIGHT TEL: 0827-30-4129

(Parking for 17 cars) Yamabiko Ramen

All-You-Can-Eat & Drink Menu: Starting at ¥4,212 (tax included) English menu available • Free 2-hour parking • Credit Cards Accepted

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 Kintai Bridge

2

FRESTA Supermarket

Onyasai

SHABU SHABU

THIN SLICES OF MEAT BOILED WITH VEGETABLES AND DIPPED IN SAUCE Open Every Day: 5 PM - Midnight All-You-Can-Eat starting at ¥3,218 (with tax) All-You-Can-Eat & Drink starting at ¥4,320 (with tax) Free Two Hour Parking • Credit Cards Accepted

Youme Town

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www.onyasai.com (0827)24-7117

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Relaxing high-class hotel beside Kintai Bridge

Iwakuni Kokusai Kanko Hotel

・Located at the historical castle town in Iwakuni ・Relaxing

and luxurious atmosphere with excellent seasonal views of Kintai Bridge

・Authentic

Szechuan and Japanese restaurants inside

・Outdoor public spa baths with views of Kintai Bridge or Iwakuni Castle

Japanese Restaurant

2F

Szechuan Restaurant

3F

open everyday 11:00～14:30(LO 13:45), 17:00～21:30(LO 20:30) hot spring day use

(11:00～22:00) FREE PARKING 60cars 1-1-7 Iwakuni, Iwakuni-shi TEL (0827)43-1111 www.iwakunikankohotel.co.jp

←Iwakuni Sta. Kintaikyo Bus Center Iwakuni Kokusai Kanko Hotel

Iwakuni IC ↓

www.unimat-golf.jp/hiroshimanishi/course.html

Hiroshima-Nishi Country Club OPEN THROUGHOUT THE YEAR! To Mikuradake 3 km Maronnosato Koryukan

R-289 2 km

2 km

HNCC

R-289

R-186

8 km from Yasaka Dam

HOURS: 8 AM -5:30 PM FREE breakfast available everyday 7-9:30 AM (Sat. Sun & JPN Holidays) 7:30-9:30 AM (Weekdays) RESERVATIONS 0827-56-0311 Email: info-hiroshimanishi@unimat-golf.jp

R186

From MCAS, take R-2 for Otake and then R-186 for the Yasaka Dam. After passing the dam, drive 8 km further on R-186 and take R-289 for 4 km. At the T corner placed the sign board above, turn to the left for Hiroshima-Nishi CC. Total distance from MCAS to HNCC is about 40 km.

Try the fresh local produce available from road side stands along the way!

MCAS IWAKUNI SPECIAL DISCOUNT! (applied by showing your ID on check-in) GREEN FEE (TAX INCLUDED)

¥ 7,710 (weekdays) ¥ 11,060(Sat, Sun & Japanese Holidays)

We accept credit cards:

park

*Jeans, T-shirts or Sandals are not suitable for our course M C C S I WA K U N I . C O M |

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HEALTH PROMOTION  253-6359 Health Promotion offers a wide range of of health and wellness programs, fitness classes and events. Authorized patrons of all abilities are welcome. Please contact Semper Fit Health Promotion if reasonable accommodations are necessary.

 MCCS IWAKUNI HEALTH PROMOTION GET PAID TO DO WHAT YOU LOVE…HEALTH & FITNESS

Health Promotion is looking for personal trainers, group exercise, dance, and gymnastics instructors to provide services. If you are certified and have a passion for working with others, please contact us at 253-6359.

White Lotus

FREE BODY FAT ASSESSMENTS

AVAILABLE BY APPOINTMENT - 253-5051

Massage & Spa

UNIT PT REQUEST

TO SCHEDULE A UNIT PT FOR YOUR UNIT, SHOP, PLATOON, COMMAND OR SECTION, PLEASE CALL 253-5051 AT LEAST THREE BUSINESS DAYS IN ADVANCE

AVAILABLE AT HEAD TO TOE SALON - 253-4708 AND IRONWORKS GYM - 253-6359

ACTIVE-DUTY ONLY: MON-WED & FRI, 5:15-6:15 AM & 6:15-7:15 AM ALL BASE PERSONNEL: MON-WED & FRI 5:30-6:30 PM, HITT THE POOL WITH AMP-IT: THU, 5:30-6:30 AM

Offering all new spa and massage services including exfoliation, glycolytic peels and hydration facials.

HITT is a comprehensive performance enhancement program proven to improve combat readiness. Programming emphasizes basic strength, explosive power, acceleration and top speed, agility, endurance, mobility and movement patterns.

Massage & Spa services make great gifts!

Gift certificates available for purchase at IronWorks Gym.

HIGH INTENSITY TACTICAL TRAINING

PERSONAL TRAINING SERVICES

$40 per one-hour session, $15 per Microfit assessment. Call 253-5051 for more details.

LOOKING FOR THE FITNESS SCHEDULE? VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT:

WWW.MCCSIWAKUNI.COM/RECREATION-LEISURE/HEALTH-FITNESS/FREE-CLASSES/

CHEERLEADING CLASSES

MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS IRONWORKS NORTH GYM SPORTS COURTS AVAILABLE FOR AGES 6-12.

YOUTH SPORTS NEEDS YOU!

YOUTH SPORTS

YOUTH SPORTS

SOCCER SEASON

BECOME A

COA CH NOW RECRUITING MOTIVATED COACHES FOR BASKETBALL, BASEBALL, FLAG FOOTBALL, SOCCER, AND SUMMER CAMPS.

THROUGH OCTOBER 28 PENNY LAKE The Youth Sports Soccer Season is available for youth ages 3-15. Smart Start Soccer is available for youth ages 3-4 with parent participation.

FLAG FOOTBALL SEASON OCTOBER 30 - DECEMBER 16 Registration: October 2-20 Open to ages 5-15 our 5-6 year old group is start smart football that is a parent child driven program

Please volunteer for the rewarding experience of teaching children great skills and important life lessons.

Coaches will receive free training and will earn volunteer hours giving back to the community.

YOUTH SPORTS  253-3239/5777 ombiwakuni.youthsports@usmc-mccs.org

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 253-3239  MCCS IWAKUNI - YOUTH SPORTS

AQUATICS

INTRAMURAL SPORTS

AMP-IT

UNIT VOLLEYBALL SEASON

Aquatics Maximum Power Intense Training Amp up your PT

IRONWORKS GYM INDOOR POOL MON - FRI, 5 AM - 4 PM Unit training; Reservations required

THU 5:30-6:30 AM Open to all base personnel; No reservation required

UNIT PT OR SWIM QUAL POOL RESERVATIONS MON - FRI, 8 AM - 4:30 PM Reservation at least 24 hours in advance.

The indoor IronWorks pool is available for unit physical fitness training.

OCTOBER 30 - NOVEMBER 30

Sign up October 2-26 Open to SOFA status personnel ages 16 years and older and to members of the JMSDF.

BOWLING TOURNAMENT NOVEMBER 18, 10 AM - 3 PM STRIKEZONE BOWLING CENTER

Sign up October 2 - November 15.

Open to all servicemembers and families ages 16 years and older, and members of the JMSDF.

 253-3067

 MCCS IWAKUNI - INTRAMURAL SPORTS

To reserve for Unit PT or Swim Quals, please contact the Aquatics office.

SHARK BAIT DIVE CENTER SCUBA LOCKER MON - FRI, 8 AM - 5 PM Rent scuba diving gear year round.

Scuba Certification is required.

MARINE CORPS BIRTHDAY SWIM OCTOBER 10 - NOVEMBER 10 MON - FRI, 5 AM - 9 PM SAT, 9 AM - 9 PM SUN, 11 AM - 9 PM Join us to celebrate the 242 Marine Corps Birthday by swimming 242 laps (242,200m) at the IronWorks Gym Indoor Pool. First 25 participants to complete all 242 laps will receive a t-shirt.

OUTDOOR REC THREE PEAKS HIKING TRIP OCTOBER 14, 8 AM - 6 PM Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Transportation fee of $15 due at sign-up.

HAMADA SURF TRIP OCTOBER 21, 6 AM - 3 PM Sign-up starts September 21 Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Fee of $30 due at sign-up.

TAISHAKUKYOU GORGE NATURE WALK NOVEMBER 11, 8 AM - 5 PM

 253-4966  MCCS IWAKUNI - AQUATICS

Sign-up starts October 11 Take a stroll and admire the limestone geography and contrast of fall colors. Along the trail is the largest natural bridge in Japan. Participants ages 18 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

A $15 transportation fee is due at sign-up.

 253-3067  MCCS IWAKUNI - OUTDOOR REC  253-3822 M C C S I WA K U N I . C O M |

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CYCLING SALOON

HIROSHIGE

4 Floors of Bikes & Accessories PINARELLO • SPECIALIZED TREK • CANNONDALE MAVIC • SHIMANO 14-22 Tenjin, Yanai 0820.22.0645

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BOINGO BROADBAND

WI FI INTERNET + TELEVISION For The Barracks FOR AS LOW AS $29.95 / MONTH

Rental & Real Estate Agent

ARK-PLAN ABLE Network Iwakuni

AVAILABLE NOW

Call: 0827-31-5141

Open Daily: 9 AM - 6 PM

E-mail: info@ark-plan.com http://www.ark-plan.com

Family Mart

188

English

information

available

Monzen Gate

Blazing Fast High-speed Internet to keep you connected

Hassle Free No installation appointment or equipment required

Kounai Taxi Service will provide fast, secure, and efficient service to and from any location in the city.

Taxi to Hiroshima Airport & Long Distance Ride

Instant Access Sign up and get online instantly

Connect to the Boingo_Wireless Wi-Fi network to sign up!

Questions? Our Customer Care team is available 24/7 at 866-726-4646 (US), 0120-993254 (Japan), or help@boingo.com

車検 販売 yamaguchi bank

main gate

No DoD or USMC endorsement implied.

℡0827-21-1171 City hall

e-mail : info@mechadoc.jp

convenience Homepage http://mechadoc.jp ☛ mechadoc iwakuni store

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BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

Call 253-4526 to schedule a group class or unit education for Anger Management, Stress Management, Child Abuse/Neglect, Domestic Violence/Abuse, Parenting, Child Discipline or Couples and Relationship classes.

COMMUNITY COUNSELING PROGRAM 253-6553

CCP offers individual, couple, family, child and group counseling to promote the well-being of the MCAS Iwakuni community. CCP can help you address issues related to marriage/relationships, anxiety, stress, conflict resolution, grief/loss, and other life changes.

SUBSTANCE ABUSE & PREVENTION Our mission is to provide substance abuse counseling and education to all military members and eligible personnel. Contact unit SACO or Substance Abuse Counseling Center at 253-5260 if you need help with substance abuse-related concerns.

SEXUAL ASSAULT PREVENTION & RESPONSE

SAPR offers services to service members, military dependents over the age of 18 and DoD civilians who have been the victim of sexual assault. SAPR provides advocacy and accompaniment services in the event of a sexual assault. Please contact the SAPR office or the SAPR 24/7 Support Line at 080-5865-3566, for a Uniformed or Civilian Victim advocate to provide services or to discuss reporting options.

MILITARY & FAMILY LIFE CONSULTANTS 090-6654-2351, 090-6005-8412 OR 080-4186-0194 CYBMFLC 080-4186-0188

MFLCs are licensed clinical counselors who provide short-term, situational, problem-solving counseling services to service members, family members and staff.

FAMILY ADVOCACY PROGRAM FAP focuses on providing prevention and treatment for families and individuals with domestic violence and child abuse related issues. After hours, please contact the Victim Advocate at 090-9978-1033.

NAVY-MARINE CORPS RELIEF SOCIETY 253-5311

VICTIM ADVOCACY 253-4526

Victim Advocates assist victims of domestic violence or child abuse by advocating for safety and providing crisis intervention services. Contact the FAP Victim Advocate 24/7 at 090-9978-1033.

ANGER MANAGEMENT TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, 9:30-11 AM

In this class, we will discuss when anger become a problem, what are some costs of anger, how do we effectively deal with stress, how to identify anger and stress triggers, as well as eight core Anger Management skills.

EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY MEMBER PROGRAM

In partnership with the Navy and Marine Corps, NMCRS provides financial, educational and other assistance to members of the Naval Services of the United States, eligible family members and survivors when in need. ď‚‚ NAVY-MARINE CORPS RELIEF SOCIETY IWAKUNI

VETERANS ASSISTANCE 253-6161

VETERANS’ AFFAIRS REPRESENTATIVE A VA representative is available for one-on-one appointments and specialty VA benefits briefings covering topics such as home loan guaranty, disability compensation, GI Bill, etc., as requested.

To arrange briefings or for questions related to VA benefits, email iwakuni.va.rep@gmail.com

253-5601

EFMP is a mandatory enrollment program for military sponsors who have dependent family members with special medical or educational needs. Services offered include information and referral, non-medical case management, training and other forms of support.

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PERSONAL &

Professional Development EDUCATION SERVICES 253-3855, BLDG. 411 RM. 127

The education office provides information, traditional and non-traditional off-duty education programs. Call for more information about classes or programs.

TEST OF ADULT BASIC EDUCATION MONDAYS (EXCEPT FEDERAL HOLIDAYS) 10:30-11:30 AM

This reading comprehension test is required for first time Tuition Assistance users who have a GT score of less than 100.

DEFENSE LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TEST

P&PD

ACCESSING HIGHER EDUCATION Going to college after the military? This two-day course supplements the Transition Readiness Seminar by providing detailed, hands-on training to help you apply to a college or university.

FEDERAL JOB SEARCH STRATEGIES 4TH WEDNESDAY, 1-4 PM

We will go into detail about what government employers are looking for and how you can get noticed.

BUILD A BETTER RESUME 4TH THURSDAY, 1-4 PM

The DLPT is used to measure a student’s proficiency in a foreign language.

A complete look into what all needs to be included in your résumé and what specific details employers look for when deciding whether or not to invite you to an interview.

ARMED FORCES CLASSIFICATION TEST

INTERVIEW SKILLS

2ND WEDNESDAY , 8 AM - NOON

4TH FRIDAY, 1-4 PM

The test is only for active duty or personnel who need to raise their current ASVAB scores. Unit approval and confirmation documentation is required prior to testing.

Be prepared for your next interview. This course will teach you everything you need to know for a successful interview, from asking the right questions to what to wear.

DEFENSE LANGUAGE APTITUDE BATTERY

PERSONAL FINANCE

4TH WEDNESDAY, 8 AM - NOON

253-6439, BLDG. 411 RM. 101

The DLAB is used to measure the student’s ability to learn a foreign language.

The personal finance program provides financial assistance and classes. You can request a unit brief or a one-on-one appointment for subjects such as credit, debt, TSP, investing, Blended Retirement System and much more. Call for more information about classes or programs.

1ST & 3RD WEDNESDAY, 8 AM - 3 PM

THE AIR FORCE INSTITUTE FOR ADVANCED DISTRIBUTED LEARNING THURSDAYS 8-10 AM

This test is job related to Marines working as fire fighters. The title is Public Safety Telephone communicator I/II.

TRANSITION RESOURCES 253-6439, BLDG. 411 RM. 101

Providing transition services and employment assistance programs to all active duty military personnel, military retirees, SOFA personnel and their family members. Call for more information about classes or programs.

PRE-SEPARATION COUNSELING

RELOCATION SERVICES 253-6161/3357

Your moving experience begins when you receive your Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders. Knowing what to expect and who to contact will determine the success of your move. Please call for more information or to sign up.

PCS WITH SUCCESS WORKSHOPS (UNACCOMPANIED) PCS With Success is a brief where active duty servicemembers will learn information and tips to make the transition smoother.

FRIDAYS 8:30-11:30 AM, BLDG. 411 RM. 122

The Pre-Separation Counseling meeting is for transitioning service members who will be attending the Transition Readiness Seminar.

TRANSITION READINESS SEMINAR The Transition Readiness Seminar provides training for transitioning servicemembers and their families on benefits and services to prepare for life after the military.

PCS WITH SUCCESS WORKSHOPS (ACCOMPANIED) Active duty servicemembers and their families will learn tips for make the transition smoother. There will be briefs on Tricare, Exceptional Family Member Program and School Liaison Program.

SPONSORSHIP TRAINING Do you want to be a leader? Learn about your responsibilities as a sponsor as well as the things you can do to assist personnel relocating to MCAS Iwakuni. Advance sign-up is required.

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M C F T B October 2017 L.I.N.K.S. for Japanese Spouses (Two-Day Session)

October 3 & 4, 9 AM – 2:30 PM, Community Support Center at Sakura Theater, Rm. 211

Japanese Spouses, this Japanese class is perfect for you! You will learn about military history, benefits, services, and much more. 日本人配偶者; あなたにぴったりのクラスです！軍の歴 史、 福利厚生やサービスなど多岐に渡る内容を学べま す！ご参加お待ちしております！

L.I.N.K.S. Mentor Training (Two-day Session)

October 4 & 6, 9 AM – 12:30 PM, Community Support Center at Sakura Theater, Rm. 315

For new or current L.I.N.K.S. Mentors, this training covers L.I.N.K.S. curriculums and teaches you how to utilize your experiences to support fellow spouses.

Got Your Back: Self-Improvement Workshop

Interpersonal Communications for Japanese Spouses

October 11, 10 AM – Noon, Crossroads Café October 25, 10 AM – Noon, Community Support Center at Sakura Theater, Rm. 211

Are you a Japanese spouse interested in improving your English communication skills? Please come and join us! We are also looking for volunteer spouses to facilitate English conversation. 日本人配偶者; 英会話のスキルを高め、 英語を教えてく ださるボランティアになりませんか？ご参加お待ちし ております！

L.I.N.K.S. for Pre-Teens

October 12, 2:15-3 PM, Youth and Teen Center

Kids up to age 13, come join us and learn about the unique challenges that you face with military life by making crafts and playing games. Participants ages 14-18 are able to volunteer.

October 5, 9 AM - 2 PM, Yujo Hall

Junior Ninja Training (Deployment Training Parents & Kids)

PREP Couples Workshop

The fun training helps kids ages 5-10 overcome challenges of the military. Meet ninjas, enjoy a ninja show, crafts, games, challenges, snacks, and more! Come dressed as a ninja or as your favorite hero! Kids must be accompanied by a parent. Reservations are required.

Improve communication skills and make healthy choices to strengthen all relationships with this interactive, team-building workshop. Light refreshments provided.

October 6 , 9 AM- 2PM, Yujo Hall

This relationship workshop can help you grow your communication skills, build conflict resolution skills, and promote intimacy. Light refreshments provided.

Building Lasting Relationships October 10, 11AM - 1 PM, Yujo Hall October 20, 5-7 PM, Eagle’s Nest

See how much you really know about your spouse and learn tools to enhance a healthy relationship! As part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month with Family Advocacy, come play the NewlyWed Game!

Free childcare provided on first-come first-serve basis with registration.

October 12, 3-5 PM, Capodanno Hall

Mid-Deployment Success

October 13, 10 AM - Noon, Community Support Center Rm. 212 & 213

This workshop helps you achieve deployment success and provides an opportunity to network with other military spouses.

PII/OPSEC Training

October 16, 1:30–2:30 PM, Community Support Center at Sakura Theater, Rm. 212 & 213

This workshop teaches you what PII is, how to successfully secure it, and how to maintain operational security. This training is designed to meet the requirements associated with serving on your unit’s Command Team.

NEO: Emergency Preparedness

October 16, 10 AM - Noon, Capodanno Hall

Learn about the prepping and paperwork required for a possible Non-Combatant Evacuation Operation (NEO) event.

Color Your World

October 17, 10AM - Noon, Crossroads Café

Coloring can help you recharge, relax, and also get creative. Enjoy conversations, learn something new, and unwind with art as you tap into your inner Picasso.

L.I.N.K.S. for Spouses

October 18, 8 AM – 2 PM, Yujo Hall

The worksop is packed with fun, learning, networking, insights, tips, vital information, and ideas to help you successfully meet the challenges encountered by military spouses. Light refreshments provided. Open to Marine, Navy, and civilian spouses. Registration required.

L.I.N.K.S. Mentor Training for Japanese Spouses (Two Half-Day Course) October 24 & 30, 9 AM – Noon, Community Support Center at Sakura Theater, Rm. 211

Use your experiences to help new Japanese spouses assimilate into military life through this 2-day class. ご自身の軍生活での経験談や知識を生かし、参加 者にプレゼンテーターとして教えたりする2日間の クラスです。

Command Team Advisor/ Family Readiness Assistant Training.

October 30, 8 AM – Noon, Community Support Center at Sakura Theater, Rm. 211

This training is mandatory if you are going to serve as a Command Team Advisor or Family Readiness Assistant. Under the guidance of the FRO, Command Team Advisors and Family Readiness Assistants assist with the family readiness program in a variety of ways.

MARINE CORPS FAMILY TEAM BUILDING  253-3542

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NEW PARENT

SUPPORT PROGRAM

NPSP

 253-5043

HOME / OFFICE VISITATION

HOSPITAL TOUR WITH DR. SHOJI

LUNCH & LEARN SERIES

Learn about available obstetrical services and tour the birthing facility in Iwakuni. Meet in Bldg 411 on the first floor.

NPSP Home Visitors work with families in a one-on-one setting.

1ST THURSDAY, NOON - 1 PM, BLDG. 411, RM. 231

This hour-long informal session gives parents and families the chance to learn more about resources and programs on base.

NPSP ORIENTATION

1ST MONDAY, NOON - 1 PM, BLDG. 411 RM. 231

See what the NPSP has to offer. During the orientation you will have a chance to ask questions and sign up for classes.

BREAST PUMP EDUCATION CLASS

1ST MONDAY, 11 AM - NOON, BLDG. 411 RM. 231

Join a discussion with a group of nursing moms with similar nursing challenges and success stories.

PERIOD OF PURPLE CRYING CLASS 2ND TUESDAY, 1-2 PM, BLDG. 411 RM. 217

This interactive class provides information and coping mechanisms for your infant’s uncontrollable crying as well as a follow-up plan.

LIBRARY

3RD TUESDAY, 1-3 PM, MEET IN BLDG. 411 LOBBY

MUSICAL MONDAYS

MONDAYS, 9-9:45 AM, BLDG. 411 RM. 231

A fun interactive play group that includes music and movement for both parent and child.

FREE PLAY

TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, 10-11 AM, BLDG. 411 RM. 231

The center is open for one hour so that your child can play, or bring a friend for a playdate. Must register with NPSP.

TODDLERS & TUNES

WEDNESDAYS, 10:30-11:30 AM, CHAPEL NURSERY

Learn more about ages and stages, how to have fun with your child, games, songs, and other helpful topics.

BABY BOOT CAMP

OCTOBER 13, 9 AM - 3:30 PM, BLDG. 411 RM 231

This class assists in preparing expectant mothers and fathers to be confident and competent parents. Learn the basics of infant development, baby safety, newborn care, community resources and much more. Whether it’s your first baby or third, this class is designed to be interactive and fun.

 253-3078 FREEGAL

Freegal music is free and legal and allows you to download five songs each week as MP3s to your computer, phone or music device, and stream a select number of hours each day. Also, the Freegal Music Service has over 15,000 popular music videos for download in the MP4 format.

ZINIO

Download the current issues of your favorite magazines for free and read them on your computer, eReader, tablet or phone.

FAMCAM LOFT

Family members may video chat with their deployed loved ones free of charge.

PLAYAWAYS

Going on a road trip in Japan or TAD? A Playaway is a small digital audio player already pre-loaded with an audio book.

EARLY LITERACY STORY TIME

MONDAYS (EXCEPT FEDERAL HOLIDAYS), 10-10:45 AM

Have fun with books, songs, activities, and more that help your 3-5 year old build early literacy skills.

BABIES INTO BOOKS TUESDAYS, 9:15-9:45 AM

Story time for children up to 15 months and their parent or caregiver.

Babies NEED books! Reading to children early and often gives them the opportunity to develop a love for books, language, and eventually, reading.

SENSORY STORYTIME

SECOND & FOURTH THURSDAYS, 10-10:30 AM

A preschool storytime that can be enjoyed by all children, but is especially welcoming for children who find it challenging to participate in a large group or are prone to sensory overload.

Halloween Carnival October 28, Noon – 4 PM Crossroad Mall Amphitheater

Child & Youth Programs  253-4936/5549

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! l o o C s y a w l A ADVENTURE & TREASURE HUNTING

Fun Fo & Indir Families viduals !

Guidebook in English available

Get items to rescue the King and his people captured in the Black World.

• • • • •

Underground Waterfall Craft Workshop BBQ & Restaurant Souvenir Shop Craft Workshop

ADMISSION FEE: Adults ¥1,500 Children ¥950

(includes a souvenir search light)

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Mikawa Muvalley 1564-1 Nekasa Mikawa-machi Iwakuni-shi

広 告（ W 1 3 4 m m×H 1 8 6 m m）

SPECIA

Ashley furniture is NOW

available in Hiroshima!

DI N I NG TA B L E SET ¥ 99, 400

RO C K E R R E C L I N E R ¥ 32, 500（+Tax）each TV S TA N D ¥ 215, 500

（+Tax）

S E C T ION A L S OFA ¥ 198, 800（+Tax）

L

SALE PRICE! !

（+Tax）

DI N I NG TA B L E SET ¥ 69, 900

RECLINER S OFA ¥ 99, 000

（+Tax）

（+Tax）

Payment in U.S. Dollar cash is acceptable.

Price in U.S. Dollar is calculated with Doller -Yen exchange rate assigned by The Hiroshima Bank each day.

Get off at MADOKORO IC on Hiroshima Expressway

TEL.082-516-6801 FAX.082-516-6802

FOLEO shopping Center 2F 1-3-2 Nukushina,Higashi-ku,Hiroshima 732-0033 Email／dp@ybox3.com Website／http://www.yellowbox3.com

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FOLEO HOLLY WOOD PACHINKO HALL YAGA IC

70 Hiroshima Expressway

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YOUTH &

Teen Center

Y&TC

 253-4803/5549

SPECIAL EVENTS BREAST CANCER AWARENESS OCTOBER 6-20, 3-4 PM

Come out and join our Smart Girls and Keystone members as they bring Breast Cancer Awareness to our Community. Think pink.

HISPANIC HERITAGE DANCE PARTY OCTOBER 7, 6-11:15 PM AGES 10-12: 6-8:30 PM AGES 13-18: 8:45-11:15 PM

The Youth & Teen Center hosts its Hispanic Heritage Dance Party. Join the fun! There will be refreshments, prizes, and a chance to vote for the best dancers.

SHIMONOSEKI AQUARIUM TRIP OCTOBER 14, 8 AM - 6:30 PM

Located in Shimonoseki City, this Marine Science Museum has dolphin, sea lion, and penguin shows waiting just for you! Sign-up starts September 14.

Admission is ¥700 for students and ¥1,700 for adults.

MINI MARINE CORPS BALL

OCTOBER 21, 5:45-9 PM, CLUB IWAKUNI BALLROOM

The Family Care Program will be hosting its 7th Annual Mini Marine Corps and Navy Ball. There are 500 free tickets available for SOFA youth ages five enrolled in kindergarten through 12. First come, first serve sign-up starts September 25 at the Youth and Teen Center (Bldg #556, Former Elementary School Gym). Dress is Sunday’s best. Doors will open at 5:45 PM and the ceremony will start at 6:30 PM.

HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL

OCTOBER 28, NOON - 4 PM, CROSSROAD MALL AMPHITHEATER

The Family Care Branch will be hosting the Halloween Carnival at the Amphitheater behind the Crossroad Mall and Bldg. 411 Parking Lot. Dress up in your Halloween costume and join us for some tricks and treats! We will have a costume contest, inflatable amusements, and fun food for everyone. Open to all youth up to age 18.

WEEKLY ACTIVITIES TRIPLE PLAY HEALTHY HABITS Wednesdays, 4-5 PM

TRIPLE PLAY ACTIVITIES

Monday - Thursday, Noon - 7 PM

SAMURAI KEYSTONE MEETING/SOCIAL Fridays, 6-7:30 PM

MONTHLY ACTIVITIES TRIPLE PLAY HEALTHY HABITS WEDNESDAYS, 4-5 PM

Healthy Habits is designed to teach youth the benefits of healthy eating right and being physically active. Youth will learn to adopt healthier habits through fun and engaging activities. With encouragement, participants will start to make positive changes in their personal health choices. Lessons include information on the Kid’s Food Pyramid, cooking, and their body.

SAMURAI KEYSTONE MEETING & SOCIAL FRIDAYS, 5-7 PM

Interested teens ages 13-18 come out and participate in a forum to have your ideas heard and make our Teen Program better than ever!

TRIPLE PLAY ACTIVITIES MONDAY - THURSDAY, 4-7 PM

At the Youth & Teen Center, youth can play games and hang out in a safe and fun environment. Our programs engage participants in interactive activities that reinforce important skills such as reading, writing, speaking, listening, using computers and problem solving.

TORCH CLUB MEETING OCTOBER 5, 2-3 PM

This club is for boys and girls ages 10-12 and is geared to youth working on activities in four core areas: service to club and community, education, health and fitness, and social recreation. Youth will plan and initiate ideas for trips, events, and activities. What kinds of things would you like to do? Let’s get together, gather ideas, and make our youth program better than ever.

SMART GIRLS MEETING OCTOBER 12, 2-3 PM

Smart Girls is a small-group health, fitness, prevention/education and self-esteem enhancement program designed to meet the developmental needs of girls ages 10-12. Field trips and mentoring opportunities are planned with mothers and adult female staff.

MONTHLY BIRTHDAY PARTY OCTOBER 27, 3-4 PM

Come celebrate your birthday with cake and ice cream at the Youth and Teen Center! Join us as we honor members born in October. Open to all youth ages 10-18 (youth age 18 must be enrolled in high school).

PASSPORT TO MANHOOD MEETING OCTOBER 27, 3-4:30 PM

Come join us and talk about issues faced by young men ages 10-15. Passport addresses such issues as decision-making, wellness, cooperation and conflict. There will be food, plenty of fun, and good friends.

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SCHOOL AGE CARE CENTER  253-4769/3115 POWER HOUR: MAKING MINUTES COUNT MONDAY-THURSDAY, 3-4 PM

Open to youth ages 5-10, this program helps participants become more successful in school by providing homework help, tutoring, and encouragement to become self-directed learners.

TRIPLE PLAY HEALTHY HABITS

MONTHLY EVENTS MONTHLY BIRTHDAY PARTY

WEDNESDAYS, 4-5 PM

Healthy Habits is designed to teach youth the benefits of healthy habits by eating right and being physically active. Youth will learn to adopt healthier habits through fun and engaging activities. With encouragement, participants will start to make positive changes in their personal health choices. Lessons include information on Kid’s Food Pyramid, cooking and their body.

OCTOBER 27, 4-5 PM

Celebrate your birthday with cake, games and friends as we honor members born in this month.

WOMEN, INFANTS & CHILDREN (WIC) 253-4928

A nutrition education program providing supplemental food to help promote good health for pregnant, breast feeding, postpartum women and infants and children up to age five. Eligibility is based on family size and household income.

SCHOOL LIAISON MCAS IWAKUNI SCHOOL LIAISON

253-3691

The Marine Corps School Liaison provides critical information and resources for military school-aged children, families and schools to ensure positive and effective educational experiences.

YOUTH SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM

Know the ropes of living in Japan? Become a Youth Sponsor. Make a positive impact of the life of another military youth or teen. New to Iwakuni? Make new friends and learn about your new duty station by participating in this rewarding opportunity.

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EXCHANGE SERVICES AVAILABLE October 1 - 31

9 AM - 3 PM • Closed Saturdays, Sundays & Japanese Holiday

MONEY EXCHANGE Yamaguchi Bank will be providing money exchange services at a special rate for everybody reading this ad.

KAWASHIMO BRANCH 2-15-19, Nakatsu-cho, Iwakuni-shi (0827)21-3205 Located at four corners.

IWAKUNI BRANCH 1-8-4, Marifu-cho, Iwakuni-shi (0827)22-1515 Located right next to Yamada Denki.

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Iwakuni Train Station

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Free refills on naan & Free parking

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Uhei Sushi

Open Everyday: 9 AM - 5 PM Phone: (0827)24-2468 Email: info@toyojisyo.co.jp

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Houses and Apartments for RENT AIU Houses and Lands for SALE

Sasao Dental Clinic

4 Corner Route 188

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY (English available) 0827-21-0118: Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri: 9:30 AM - 6 PM

MCAS Iwakuni

For detailed information including treatment fee’s, scan the QR code or visit www.sasao-dc.com/english

TAJ INDIAN RESTAURANT Lunch: 11 AM - 3 PM Dinner: 5 PM - 10 PM For reservations call: 0827-23-6709

Best place For Indian food in Iwakuni

MISEN You will crave Misen’s Ice Cornet once you taste it! An ideal sweet snack made of fried fluffy bread and soft, thick ice cream, available only at Misen on the world heritage site of Miyajima Island.

If you show this ad, you will get a discount from the listed price!

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We have a variety of Curries, Nan, Salads, Soups & Drinks.

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MCAS IWAKUNI Calling 253 from cellular phones: 0827-79-xxxx (4 digits after 253-) Calling 255 from cellular phones: 0827-94-xxxx (4 digits after 253-) Calling from the States to MCAS Iwakuni DSN: 253 - 011-81-82-779-xxxx 255 - 011-81-82-294-xxxx

ENTERTAINMENT CLUB IWAKUNI Bldg. 600

253-5416

SPECIAL EVENTS Bldg. 625

253-3727

STRIKE ZONE BOWLING CENTER Bldg. 1333 253-3495 Sun-Thu: 11 AM - 10 PM Fri-Sat: 11 AM - Midnight STRIKE ZONE PRO SHOP Bldg. 1333 Daily 11 AM - 9 PM

253-3495

SAKURA THEATER Bldg. 625 253-4002 Movie Line-up 253-4067 Opens 30 mins. before show time.

FOOD BURGER KING Bldg. 410 Sun-Thu: 7 AM - 9 PM Fri & Sat: 7 AM - 10 PM

CROSSROADS CAFE & BASKIN ROBBINS Bldg. 410 Daily: 6 AM - 8:30 PM EAGLE'S NEST Bldg. 600

ATHLETICS Bldg. 1010 Mon-Fri: 8 AM - 5 PM

COMMUNITY COUNSELING PROGRAM (CCP) Bldg. 411 Rm 201 253-6553 253-5460

AQUATICS Bldg. 1010 Mon-Fri: 8 AM - 5 PM

253-4966

GROUP FITNESS Bldg. 1010 Mon-Fri: 8 AM - 5 PM

253-5051/5126

HEALTH EDUCATION Bldg. 9595 Mon-Fri: 8 AM - 4 PM

253-3696

HEALTH PROMOTION Bldg. 9595 Mon-Fri: 8 AM - 5 PM

253-6359

INTRAMURAL SPORTS Bldg. 1010 Mon-Fri: 8 AM - 5 PM

253-3067

IRONWORKS GYM FRONT DESK Bldg. 1010 253-6578 Mon-Fri: 4 AM - 11 PM Sat, Sun & Holidays: 7 AM - 10 PM IRONWORKS NORTH FRONT DESK Bldg. 9595 253-3611/3617

THE 11TH FRAME Mon-Thu: 5-11 PM Fri-Sat: 3 PM - 1 AM Sun: 3-11 PM

CLUB IWAKUNI Bldg. 600 Mon-Fri: 8 AM - 5 PM After Hours Catering Dept.

RECREATION

253-5416 253-3363 253-3111

LIBRARY Bldg. 411, 3F 253-3078 Mon-Thu: 9 AM - 9 PM Fri: 9 AM - 8 PM Sat, Sun & Holidays: 9 AM - 5 PM OUTDOOR RECREATION 253-3822 GEAR ISSUE 253-3842 Bldg. 1010 Mon-Fri: 10 AM - 6 PM Sat, Sun & Holidays: 8 AM - 4 PM POOL - INDOOR Bldg. 1010 253-5520 Mon-Fri: 5 AM - 9 PM Sat: 9 AM - 9 PM Sun & Holidays: 11 AM - 9 PM (Closed: Tue & Thu: 1-3 PM) RUNS & EVENTS Bldg. 1010

253-3585

WOOD HOBBY SHOP Bldg. 1345 253-5320 Mon, Tue, Fri, & Sat: Noon - 8 PM Sun: 10 AM - 8 PM (Closed Wed & Thu)

KNOCK DOWN ZONE Bldg. 1333 253-7492 Sun-Thu: 10:30 AM - 9:30 PM Fri & Sat: 10:30 AM - 10:30 PM

YOUTH SPORTS Bldg. 1010 Mon-Fri: 8 AM - 5 PM

SUBWAY Bldg. 410 Delivery Orders Mon - Thu: 7 AM - 9 PM Fri: 7 AM - 10 PM Sat: 9 AM - 10 PM Sun: 9 AM - 9 PM TACO BELL Bldg. 410 Sun: 10:30 AM - 9 PM Mon-Thu: 7 AM - 9 PM Fri & Sat: 7 AM - 10 PM

253-7827

253-3239/5777

YOUTH & TEEN CENTER (YTC) Bldg. 553 253-5549/4803 Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri: 2:30-7 PM Thu: 1:30-7 PM Sat: Noon - 5 PM, (Closed Sun & Holidays)

253-4792

MARINE CORPS FAMILY TEAM BUILDING (MCFTB) Bldg. 625 253-3542/3754/7090 Mon-Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

MCXTREME BIKES & MORE Torii Pines Town Ctr 253-2453 Mon-Sat: 10 AM - 8 PM; Sun & Holidays: 10 AM - 6 PM

NAVY-MARINE CORPS RELIEF SOCIETY Bldg. 625 253-5311

SERVICES + Torii Pines Town Ctr Mon-Sat: 10 AM - 6 PM

NEW PARENT SUPPORT PROGRAM (NPSP) Bldg. 411 Rm 219

SOFTBANK CELLULAR Bldg. 410 Mon-Sat: 10 AM - 6:30 PM Sun: 10 AM - 5:30 PM Holidays: Noon - 5 PM

253-5043

PERSONAL FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAM Bldg. 411 Rm 101 253-6439 Mon-Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM SCHOOL AGE CENTER (SAC) Bldg. 9555A 253-3164 Mon-Fri: 5 AM - 7 PM SCHOOL LIAISON Bldg. 360 Rm 24

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VICTIM ADVOCATE PROGRAM Bldg. 411 Rm 219 253-4526 24-Hour Helpline 090-9978-1033 WOMEN, INFANTS & CHILDREN (WIC) Bldg. 411 Rm 110 253-4928 YOUTH CULTURAL PROGRAM Bldg. 443 253-4803 Mon-Fri: 8 AM - 4:30 PM

SHOPPING & SERVICES AMERICABLE Bldg. 410 253-2288 24 Hour Tech Support 046-896-2288 Mon-Sat: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM BARBER SHOP (MAIN) Torii Pines Town Ctr 253-4728 Mon-Wed, Fri - Sun: 9 AM - 6 PM (Closed Thu)

ACTIVE DUTY & FAMILY SUPPORT

BARBER SHOP (NORTHSIDE) Bldg. 1350 253-4747 Mon, Tues, Thu-Sun: 9 AM - 6 PM (Closed Wed)

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH (Prevention, Education & Outreach) Bldg. 411 Rm 219 253-4526 Mon-Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

"BARKING LOT" KENNEL Bldg. 1052 253-3588 Mon-Fri: 9 AM - 5 PM (Closed Sat, Sun & Holidays)

CAREER RESOURCES Bldg. 411 Rm 101 Mon-Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

253-6439

CHUBB INSURANCE Torii Pines Town Ctr 253-3777 Mon-Fri: 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM (Closed Sat, Sun & Holidays)

253-5584

MILITARY AUTO SALES Bldg. 446 Mon-Sat: 10 AM - 6 PM Sun: 11 AM - 5 PM

CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER (CDC) Bldg. 637 & 636 Mon-Fri: 6:30 AM - 5:30 PM

MARINE MART - MCX Bldg. 446 Mon-Fri: 6:30 AM - 10 PM Sat & Sun: 8 AM - 10 PM

253-4723

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STARCH & STRIPES DRY CLEANERS/ TAILOR SHOP Torii Pines Town Ctr 253-4742 Mon-Sat: 9 AM - 5:30 PM (Closed Sun & Holidays) STORAGE UNITS Bldg. 1350 Mon - Sat: 8 AM - 4:30 PM Units open 24/7

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TRAVEL & AUTO

KFC Delivery Orders 253-3943 Sun-Thu: 10:30 AM - 8:30 PM Fri & Sat 10:30 AM - 9:30 PM Delivery starts at 11 AM

SOBA EXPRESS Bldg. 410 Mon-Fri: 10:30 AM - 7:30 PM Closed weekends

INFORMATION REFERRAL & RELOCATION SERVICES Bldg. 411 Rm 101 253-6161 Mon-Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

MARINE MART - NORTHSIDE Bldg. 1350 253-4121 Mon-Thu: 6:30 AM - 10 PM Fri, 6 AM - Sun, 10 PM: 24 Hours

VETERANS ASSISTANCE (VA) Bldg. 411 Rm 101 253-6161

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SHARK BAIT DIVE CENTER Bldg. 1010 253-4966 Mon-Fri: 9 AM - 5 PM

253-4108

FAMILY MEMBER EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Bldg. 411 Rm 101 253-6439 Mon-Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

TANAKA OPTICAL Torii Pines Town Ctr Tue-Sat 10 AM - 5 PM Sun & Mon Closed

253-4778

PIZZA HUT Bldg. 410 Take-Out Orders 253-4915 Sun - Thu: 10:30 AM - 9:30 PM Fri - Sat: 10:30 AM - 10:30 PM Delivery Orders 253-3943 Sun-Thu: 10:30 AM - 8:30 PM Fri - Sat: 11 AM - 10 PM.

FAMILY ADVOCACY PROGRAM (FAP) Bldg. 411 Rm 219 253-4526

MCX WAREHOUSE Bldg. 380 253-5255 Mon, Tue, Thu & Fri: 10 AM - 8 PM Wed & Sun: 10 AM - 6 PM Sat: 10:30 AM - 7 PM

TRANSITION ASSISTANCE Bldg. 411 Rm 101 253-6439 Mon-Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

253-3363

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EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY MEMBER PROGRAM (EFMP) Bldg. 636/637 253-5601

253-5880

SMP MARINE LOUNGE Bldg. 410 253-5368 Sun-Thu: 10 AM - Midnight Fri, Sat & Holidays: 10 AM - 2 AM

To Go

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MARINE CORPS EXCHANGE (MCX) (Military Clothing Sales, Sight & Sound) Bldg. 446 253-5641 Mon-Fri: 6:30 AM - 8 PM Sat: 8 AM - 8 PM Sun & Holidays: 8 AM - 6 PM

SUBSTANCE ABUSE & PREVENTION Bldg. 411 Rm 219 253-5260

SEMPER FIT ADMIN Bldg. 1010 Mon-Fri: 8 AM - 5 PM

SMP HORNET’S NEST Bldg. 1347 Open 24/7

EDUCATION OFFICE Bldg. 411 Rm 127 Mon-Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

253-4782

253-5654

253-4110

JD’S GRILLE Bldg. 600 253-3363 Breakfast: Mon-Sat 6:30-11 AM Lunch: Mon-Sat 11 AM - 2 PM Dinner: Sun-Thu 4:30-10 PM

Fri & Sat 4:30-11 PM Sunday Brunch, 8 AM - 2 PM

CULTURAL ADAPTATION PROGRAM Bldg. 411, 1F, P&PD 253-6165 Mon-Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

LAUNDERETTE Torii Pines Town Ctr Open 24/7 Customer Service Mon-Fri: 7 AM - 4 PM

CHILDREN, YOUTH & TEEN PROGRAM Bldg. 553 253-5549 Mon-Wed: 2:30-7 PM Thu: 1:30-7 PM Fri: 2:30-7 PM Sat: Noon-5 PM NO School Days: 9 AM-7 PM Federal Holidays: CLOSED

253-3568

FOUR SEASONS GIFT SHOP Torii Pines Town Ctr 253-3895 HEAD TO TOE BEAUTY SALON Torii Pines Town Ctr 253-4708 Mon-Fri: 10 AM - 6 PM (Closed Sat, Sun & Holidays)

253-3582

AUTO SKILLS CENTER Bldg. 1350 253-5325 Mon, Tues, & Fri: Noon - 8 PM Sat & Sun: 10 AM - 8 PM (Closed Wed & Thu) GAS STATION Bldg. 1351 Mon-Sun: 8 AM - 5 PM (Closed Holidays)

253-4517

24 HOUR CAR WASH Bldg. 1350 Open 24/7 HIROSHIMA AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION SERVICE Bldg. 410 253-4377 Mon-Fri: 9:30 AM - 6 PM Sat: 9:30 AM - 3 PM (Closed Sun & Holidays) IACE TRAVEL Bldg. 410 253-3942/3841 Mon-Fri: 9:30 AM - 6 PM (Closed Sat, Sun & Holidays) INFORMATION, TOURS & TRAVEL (IT&T) Bldg. 410 253-4377 Mon-Fri: 9:30 AM - 6 PM Sat: 9:30 AM - 3 PM (Closed Sun & Holidays) TYPHOON MOTORS AUTO SERVICE Bldg. 1350 253-4385 Mon-Fri: 8 AM - 6 PM Sat: 8 AM - 4:30 PM (Closed Sun & Holidays) CAR RENTAL Bldg. 1566 Daily: 8 AM - 8 PM

253-4245

LODGING TEMPORARY LODGING FACILITY (TLF) Inns of the Corps at Torii Pines Town Center Open 24/7 253-3221

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES DESIGN Bldg. 410 Mon-Fri: 8 AM - 4:30 PM

253-5147

EXECUTIVE OFFICE Bldg. 410 Mon-Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

253-3424

FINANCE Bldg. 410 Mon-Fri: 8 AM - 4:30 PM

253-3336

HUMAN RESOURCES Bldg. 410 Mon-Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

253-3030

EMPLOYEE DEVELOPMENT Bldg. 411 Rm 125 253-4841 Mon-Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM MCCS MOTOR POOL Bldg. 1350 Mon-Fri: 8 AM - 4:30 PM PREVIEW MAGAZINE Marketing Dept Bldg. 410 253-5284 Digital Media 253-6229 Advertising 253-4169 (in Japanese) 0827-79-4169 Mon-Fri: 8 AM - 4:30 PM

STATION EMERGENCY On-Base DSN 911/119 Off-Base Cell/ Japanese Response 119 Station Emergency Response 0827-21-7700 AFN Bldg. 370

253-1575

AIR TERMINAL Bldg. 727

253-5509

BANKS Community Bank Navy Federal

253-4777 253-4797

BRANCH HEALTH CLINIC Secure Message www.RelayHealth.com Doctor Advice Line 253-5572 Medical Appointments 253-3445 Dental Appointments 253-3174/3331 Medication Refills 046-816-4689 Pharmacy 253-3010 Marine Med Home 253-3233 CHAPLAIN Station Chapel Duty Chaplain

253-3371 080-6612-9244

COMMISSARY Bldg. 450

253-5586

HOUSING Bldg. 200 Kintai Inn BOQ Self Help Trouble Desk

253-5541 253-3181 253-4908 253-3528 253-3131

IPAC Information 253-4529 MC PERRY SCHOOLS (DoDEA) MC Perry Elementary 253-3327 MC Perry High School 253-5448 Iwakuni Elementary 253-3164 Iwakuni Middle School 253-6246 PMO Desk Sergeant SJA

253-3303 253-5591

RED CROSS Bldg. 625

253-4525

THRIFT STORE 253-4711 VETERINARIAN Bldg. 1009

253-6471

BE READY OCT 21

FOR THE BALL STARCH & STRIPES

MINI

MARINE CORPS & NAVY BALL 5:45-9 PM

CLUB IWAKUNI BALLROOM

 253-4742 MONDAY - SATURDAY: 9 AM - 5:30 PM LAST FITTING AT 5 PM

ALTERATION/TAILORING • Three weeks required for alteration or tailoring request

DRY CLEANING

• Regular, next day and same day services available for uniform items • Two weeks required for ball gown cleaning

HEAD TO TOE

BEAUTY SALON

 253-4708 500 free tickets are available for SOFA youth ages 5 (enrolled in kindergarten) - 12.

Sign-up starts September 25 at the Youth & Teen Center.

 253-5549/4803/4936

MONDAY - FRIDAY: 10 AM - 6 PM APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE NOW

ZUMBATHON PARTY IN 2-hour Zumbathon October 20 6-8 PM

IronWorks North Sports Court

November 23 10 AM - 2 PM

Party in Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness.

Event is free and open to all base personnel.

Prize giveaways for the first 50 participants at the door.

IronWorks Gym  253-5051/5126

Club Iwakuni Ballroom

Adults $18 / Kids Ages 6-10 $9 Reservations Highly Recommended *Menu subject to change based on availability

Club Iwakuni  253-3363 M C C S I WA K U N I . C O M |

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Fall Bazaar

October 14, 9 AM - 5 PM October 15, 9 AM - 4 PM Ironworks Gym Sports Courts

The Fall Bazaar is your one-stop-shop for unique art, rugs, jewelry, antiques, toys, dishware, clothing, furniture, and more!

Furniture subject to change and based on vendor supply.

Show up early for the best selection.

Credit cards and cash accepted.

Open to all SOFA status personnel.

The appearance of commercial sponsors’ logos does not constitute official endorsement by the US Federal Government or the United States Marine Corps.