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Follow These Steps Visit the MCX Cash Cage Bring your Vehicle Title & 2020 Road Tax receipt. The staff will copy your title and collect your prior year’s road tax receipt to provide to Iwakuni City. Make your payment Receive the pick up date for your 2021 Road Tax documents. Pick up your documents on the designated pick up date. Go to PMO Take all vehicle documents to PMO to receive a new base sticker and update your registration.

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Critters of

Iwakuni

It’s that time of year again when the sun is shining, and the cherry blossoms are in full bloom.

This is also the time when the critters of Iwakuni make their appearance to enjoy the spring weather. These creatures

range from cute to potentially dangerous. Learn how we can live

live

alongside these critters and enjoy the spring season to the fullest.

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Scary & Troublesome Giant Centipede Danger Level  Aggression  Lethality  Intimidation Factor + If you’re new in Iwakuni, the first critter you will likely hear about is the giant centipede mukade. There’s just something unsettling about a slender multi-legged creature hiding in the dark corners of your house, ready to run out and startle you. The mukade does not actively seek to bite you and it won’t kill you, but it will hurt. Mukade or King Mukade

If you encounter a mukade in your home, just know they are hard to kill. Instead, grab your tongs and begin the game of capture and release. Let the mukade run away for it is said that if you kill a mukade, their friends will soon follow. M C C S I WA K U N I .C O M | A P R I L 2 0 2 1

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Japanese Giant Hornet Danger Level

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Aggression

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Lethality

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Intimidation Factor + You may have heard this infamous critter’s nickname, the “murder hornet”. They have earned this nickname for their large body of almost two inches long with a quarter-inch long stinger.

Did you know? You can eat a Japanese Giant Hornet, and it is considered a delicacy in Japan. Both the larvae and insects are prepared and eaten in various forms. They can be eaten deep-fried, chocolate-covered, arranged on skewers, or steamed.

Their sting will release a venom that can be lethal if exposed in high doses.

What to do if you get stung •

as possible.

The thought of being attacked by one of these hornets may sound like a nightmare. However, the

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Run the bite under cool water and take an antihistamine.

odds of death by Giant Hornet is relatively low. Less than 30 deaths are reported each year.

Squeeze out the venom as much

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Children and those with a predisposition to anaphylactic

If you encounter a hornet’s nest, be still and don’t

shock should seek medical

provoke this group at all costs and quietly leave

attention immediately.

the area.

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If you’ve been stung multiple times, seek medical attention.

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Japanese Copperhead Danger Level

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Aggression

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Lethality

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Intimidation Factor  The Mamushi is the most venomous pit viper in Japan. This snake uses camouflage to protect itself and will not actively try to bite you. About 2,000-3,000 people get bitten each year in Japan and ten people die. A severe bite victim may be hospitalized for several days and full recovery could take several months. The mamushi is characterized by its triangular-shaped head and reddish-brown, grey, or yellow-brown blotches and can measure from 12-25 inches long. These sneaky critters can be found in a rural

Nihon Mamushi

environment like meadows, swamps, hillsides, rock outcroppings, and woodlands. There’s a good chance you may encounter a mamushi during a hiking trip.

What to do if you get bitten Seek medical help immediately. Bites can be mild to severe and life-threatening.

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Black Widow Danger Level

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Aggression

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Lethality

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Intimidation Factor  This crawler got its name because the female spider consumes the male spider after mating, hence the name “black widow.” sometim

es called

The venom from a female is 15 times stronger

the Butto n Spider

than a bite from a rattlesnake. The females are dark black with a red mark on their abdomen, often in the shape of an hourglass but sometimes can be seen as a red dot. Males are lighter colored and have a brown stripe down their abdomen. Black widows don’t attack humans unless provoked. If possible, capture the spider in a sealed container to assist the Facilities Environmental Division in their assessment.

If you spot a Black Widow spider or any other dangerous insect on base, Call the trouble desk at 253-3131 or Facilities Environmental Division at 253-5466 and report the following:

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Type of organism observed

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Location

What to do if you get bitten

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Date and time of observation

Bites from a black widow could be dangerous

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Caller’s contact information

for children and the elderly. If you are bitten,

for follow up

immediately seek medical attention.

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You are more likely to see a Black Widow on base than off-base. The Black Widow is not indigenous to Japan and the introduction to the local area was likely through shipments of goods from destinations that have Black Widows. We are fortunate that the installation’s Pest Management Program has an aggressive approach to combating possible infestations and this effort has resulted in minimal risk to the public. - Jeramie Johnson, MCCS Safety & Environmental

Mosquitoes Danger Level

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Aggression

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Lethality

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Intimidation Factor  With the joy of summer comes the inevitable emergence of pesky mosquitoes. The female mosquitoes are the ones that bite and suck the blood out of you because our blood has the nutrients she

Mosquito Coils (Katori Senko)

needs to feed her eggs. Keep the mosquitoes at bay with a The male mosquitos politely feed off flower nectar and

mosquito coil incense repellent in the

can survive only off sugar. While we can’t be mad at the

upcoming seasons. These incense

female mosquitoes for protecting their future children,

coils, along with the pig coil holder, are

we can do things to keep them away. Some natural

iconic symbols of summer in Japan.

mosquito repellents include citronella or lavender oil.

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Aquatic Animals

Harmless & Helpful

Oysters Speed

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Size

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Harmful

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Beauty

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Oysters are famous in southern Japan and can be consumed raw or steamed. It takes about a year for the oyster to fully mature and grows from 80 to 40mm long. Ashidakagumo

Kaki Furai (fried oyster) is also a delectable dish that you must try.

Huntsman spider Speed

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Elusiveness  Scariness

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Enjoy this local delicacy These crawlers are also called crab spiders

Hiroshima's oysters (kaki) are the most

because they can grow several inches and

famous in Japan. Take a day trip out to Ono

are shaped like a crab. An encounter with this

Town, near Miyajima, and enjoy the many

creature is terrifying because of its sheer size.

kaki restaurants in the area.

They are ambush predators, so they tend

The oyster-collecting season is from

to jump on prey rather than opt for a web.

November to February but you can enjoy

Fortunately, humans are not their target. They

kaki all year round in the Miyajima area.

tend to prefer bugs, including cockroaches so

Each February, kaki festivals are held around

it might be a good idea to leave them be.

Miyajima where several street vendors sell various kaki dishes.

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Brocaded Carp Speed

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Harmful

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Beauty

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The word koi means love in Japanese and these carp are cherished and regarded as symbols of love. You can admire the beauty of koi at numerous museums, gardens, Kaki

temples, and shrines all over Japan. You will find gorgeous ponds with hundreds of colorful koi swimming gracefully abound. Take a stroll through the temples and historical grounds of Iwakuni castle while you’re at it.

Koi

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Jellyfish

There are two types of common jellyfish that you may encounter in our local seas. Find out more about these strange creatures and what to do in case you get stung.

Japanese Sea Nettle Jellyfish Speed

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Harmful

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Beauty

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This common species is native to the northwest Pacific Ocean, including Japan and Korea. The Japanese sea nettle has a light-colored bell with dark orange lines radiating from the bell's center to its edges. They have long tentacles, which can be up to 10 feet long and cause skin irritation and a burning sensation if touched and can be dangerous to humans. Avoid contact!

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Nomura’s Jellyfish Speed

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Size

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Harmful

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Beauty

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7ft

When fully grown, the Nomura Jellyfish can weigh up to 440 lbs. and grow up to almost seven feet long. There seems to have been a population boom within the last few years and you definitely don’t want to be stung by one of these enormous animals.

Echizen kurage

6ft

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Wash off the area immediately with seawater to remove any remaining tentacles.

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Be sure to use seawater because using freshwater can cause more stings to occur. Do not use vinegar.

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Remove remaining stingers by applying shaving cream or a mixture of seawater and baking soda or seawater and talcum powder to the affected area.

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Scrape the tentacles off when it dries.

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Use ice and over-the-counter skin creams, like calamine lotion, to relieve pain and itching. Rinsing or soaking the sting area with hot water may also help.

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Blue-ringed Octopus Speed

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Harmful

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Beauty

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These eight-legged wonders are sand-colored, but blue rings appear on their body when they feel threatened and they are about to attack, hence their name Blue-ringed Octopus. While small in stature, these creatures are one of the deadliest in Japan’s waters and should be avoided at all cost. Symptoms of a blue-ringed octopus bite will progress rapidly in about 10 minutes. Early symptoms include: •

Excessive saliva production

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Difficulty swallowing

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Chest tightness

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Numbness

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Sweating

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Paralysis

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Lack of coordination

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Lack of oxygen in your tissues, resulting in discoloration that appears as blue or purple.

These octopi are tiny and unassuming. They are found in small crevices and holes located in tide pools. They are almost what you may consider cute. However, they are not to be trifled with. A blue-ringed octopus bite is a true medical emergency because of how lethal its venom is. Seek medical attention immediately if bitten, even if you don’t suspect that the creature injected you with venom. There is no anti-venom for a blue-ringed octopus bite. - Jeramie Johnson, MCCS Safety & Environmental

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What to do if you encounter an octopus and it attaches to you: Get away quickly If you encounter an octopus, do not stick around and observe. Swim away immediately. Show your strength If you do get caught by an octopus, show that you are a fighter and actively try to get away. Octopi want to see if you are a good source of food or not and will assess your strength by latching onto you. Watch the legs Once those octopus legs are wrapped around your arms or legs, it is difficult to get away. Peel them off If the octopus does attach itself to you, peel each leg off one-by-one and try to give it another object to latch on to. Once dislodged, they will usually float away. Somersaults Do somersaults while in the water several times and hopefully, the octopus get irritated and leave you alone. Swim to the top Octopi hate the air, swim to the surface, and peel it off and away from you.

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Magical Creatures Racoon dog Japanese raccoon dogs are often depicted in Japanese folklore and pop culture. Tanuki are legendary characters in Japan and are said to be shapeshifters who can transform themselves into human beings or objects. Tanuki statues are a symbol of good luck and are believed to bring good fortune to the business.

Tanuki

Tanuki Statue Symbolism You may have seen this guy perched outside many restaurants and shops all over Japan. The Japanese believe the tanuki can bring good fortune to the business. Learn the significance of this classic statue.

Straw hat Symbol of “preparedness for bad luck or troubles ahead.” Large, round eyes

Smiling face

Symbolizes “awareness

Symbolizes “graciousness.”

and proper judgments.”

Big belly

Sake flask

Symbolizes “composure

Symbolizes “gratitude

and confidence.” A

and appreciation.”

reminder to be calm and level-headed. Promissory note Signifies “honesty and sincerity.”

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Tail Symbolizes the “perseverance” to continue without concern for self-interest.

Red Fox Similar to the tanuki, the fox or kitsune are a significant part of Japanese folklore. They can shapeshift and do positive

Kitsune

things to help humans but are also mischievous and like tricking humans.

White snake The white snake is a symbol of Iwakuni and is a national treasure in Japan as they are only found in Yamaguchi prefecture. Seeing one of these snakes in the wild is so rare that they say it brings good fortune to those who see it. Visit the White Snake Museum at the Kintai Park to get a glimpse of this exquisite animal.

Shirohebi

Deer Deer have been roaming Miyajima Island for hundreds of years. These majestic animals are considered sacred in the Shinto religion as messengers of the gods. Enjoy the deer-themed snacks and drinks, including the chocolates shaped like deer poop. Remember to keep your eyes on your food and drink or risk losing your snack to a hungry deer. Shika M C C S I WA K U N I .C O M | A P R I L 2 0 2 1

Hiking Safety Tips Spring is in the air and you’re ready to hit the mountains. Before you head out, check out these helpful tips: Know the trail Plan out your hike in advance. Make sure you know the trail well and which route

Dress properly Make sure you have appropriate shoes and clothing for the weather. Try to wear natural materials for breathability. Bring rain gear in case of inclement weather.

you are taking. Most people choose to rely on their cell phones for navigation but print out a paper copy just in case you lose reception during your hike.

Be prepared Pack enough food, water, and snacks for your hike.

Your cell phone is your ally Make sure your cell phone is charged. While handy, try not to rely on your cell phone too much as it may lose reception. Always be prepared with backups.

Tell someone Let someone know where you are hiking and give them a time that you will be checking in with them after your hike.

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Stay on the trail No matter how tempting, don’t veer away from the marked path. You could get lost or stranded and it's not worth it.

Know your ability Be realistic about your physical abilities and

Watch the weather

choose a trail that matches

Check the weather before you

your level. You may have

leave for your hike. Nature is

heard stories of people

unpredictable and you may

getting stuck at the

have to reschedule your hike.

top of Mt. Fuji because

It’s better to be safe than sorry.

they miscalculated their fitness level. Don’t let that be you.

Sun Safety Use sunscreen

Save your eyes and get a pair of

Sunscreen is recommended every day, even on cloudy days.

Accessorize

sunglasses that have 100% UV absorption. Choose a hat that

Make sure to choose an SPF 30

shields your face, ears, and neck.

or higher and choose a waterresistant sunscreen when appropriate and reapply often. There are a variety of sunscreens available in different SPF levels and sunscreens for adults and kids. Check out the variety of sunscreens at the MCX.

Timing

The sun is the strongest between 10 AM and 4 PM and should be avoided. While that’s pretty much the whole day, just be mindful of how long you are out in

You can save yourself from Clothing

the sun and keep a balance. Try to catch some

sunburns by choosing the

shade, whenever possible, while

right clothing while outdoors.

playing outdoors.

Whenever possible, try to wear long pants and long sleeves. It may be too hot outside to do this, but covering up as much as you can helps with sun damage.

Gear Issue FREE RENTALS (first come, first serve) • backpacks

• rain jackets

• day packs

• rain pants

• hiking poles Cleaning charges and late fees may apply. M C C S I WA K U N I .C O M | APRIL 2021

Look for lifeguards Japanese beaches do not have lifeguards present all year and only during the swimming season. Do not risk your life, even for a quick dip in the sea.

Unknown waters Do an underwater check before diving into any body of water every time.

Water Safety

Even if it is a place you’ve visited before, nature can shift rocks and

Keep yourself safe this season

objects around, causing

and review these water safety

a hazardous situation.

tips. You never know when it will come in handy. Share these tips with others.

Watch the weather Typhoons and heavy rain cause flash floods and strong winds to occur. Keep safe and reschedule your swim for another time.

Don’t drink Swimming and drinking alcohol don’t mix. Stay in control whenever you go swimming.

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Dangerous Water Scenarios Water is seemingly harmless, but you

Take yourself through the scenes below

must remember to respect the laws

and recall them throughout the

of nature. What looks like calm ocean

warm seasons.

waves or a pleasant place to go for a dip could turn into a harmful situation.

Water levels were estimated to have swelled two meters above normal levels.

This picture shows the

The red color shows the water

water levels during normal

level after heavy rains brought in

weather conditions.

by a typhoon.

Rip currents This frightening phenomenon occurs near the shoreline of a beach and if caught in one, you must remain calm and remember to “go with the flow.” Swim out to sea with the current and then swim parallel to the shoreline to get out of the current. Wave your arms and yell for help if you can. Never try to swim against the current because you will tire yourself out and possibly drown. See the diagram on how to escape a rip current. M C C S I WA K U N I .C O M | A P R I L 2 0 2 1

The River Survival Swimming Position

See article document for photo references

If you are caught in a river,

assume the survival position to increase your chances of survival and reduce injuries.

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Get on your back and face

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Propel yourself toward

If you see an obstacle (like

downstream. You want to

the nearest bank with

a branch or a log) ahead

see where you are going.

your arms.

of you, use a sidestroke and swim away. If you

Push off the rocks with your feet. •

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Keep your feet and toes

Change to side swimming

cannot avoid the obstacle,

when out of the rapids to

climb up as far as you can

get to the side.

up on the obstacle and

at the surface and

hold on, keeping your

close together.

head above the water.

Outdoor Recreation Water Safety classes Visit Outdoor Recreation from Monday through Friday from 10 AM - 5 PM and ask for a water safety class. Classes offered •

General water safety

•

Canoe

•

SUP

Free Fishing Pole Rental Try your hand at fishing by renting fishing poles for free at Outdoor Recreation. Freshwater fishing requires a license and is available for purchase at the local fishing stores. Ocean (saltwater) fishing and bass fishing do not require a license.

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Hanami: A Japanese tradition Japanese traditions often celebrate the transience of nature and of life and death. Hanami, or “flower viewing” is a custom celebrated all over Japan in the spring during cherry blossom season. The sakura cherry blossoms can be enjoyed for two weeks or less, until the petals fall away and disappear. This short, yet spectacular time is cherished even more because of how fleeting it is.

Hanami is a

Securing the best “hanami spot”

centuries-old

is serious business. This major

tradition that

task involves reserving the

involves gathering with

perfect area by camping out

family and friends under

hours, and sometimes days,

a sakura tree, eating bentos,

before the main event. Grab

drinking sake, and appreciating

your blue tarp or picnic blanket and be the hero of your

the gorgeous view. We can enjoy

hanami party.

all of the same festivities today, but with social distancing and masks, of course.

Bento

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Sakura Viewing Spots Mark your calendars and

Daigo-Sakura 醍醐桜

enjoy sakura season. IT&T

Take in the sight of this breathtaking,

provided a list of famous sakura

1,000 years old sakura tree. The

viewing locations to get excited

tree was named after a visit from

about. Visit their office for any

Emperor Daigo in the 1330s.

questions about sakura festivals

Location: Maniwa, Okayama Pref.

and directions.

Driving time: 3.5 hours by car via Chugoku expressway

Hii River Bank 斐伊川堤防桜並木 Take a stroll along a two-kilometer

TOTTORI

tunnel boasting over 800 sakura trees. Location: Shimane Pref. Driving time: 2.5 hours by car via Chugoku and Matsue expressway.

SHIMANE

OKAYAMA

HIROSHIMA

YAMAGUCHI IWAKUNI Sera Kouzan Fureai no Sato 世羅甲山ふれあいの里

Relish the beauty of the weeping sakura tree-lined walking paths. Location: Sera-cho, Hiroshima Pref. Driving time: 2 hours by car via Sanyo expressway

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Tsuyama Castle Kakuzan Park 津山城鶴山公園

Get your cameras ready and get the ultimate shot with the sakura trees

Kaizu-Osaki 海津大崎

and the historical castle for the

Relax under four-

perfect photo op.

kilometers of sakura

Location: Northside, Okayama Pref.

trees surrounding

Driving time: 3.5 hours by car via

Lake Biwa.

Chugoku expressway

Location: Shiga Pref. Driving time: 6.5 hours by car

Lake Biwa

KYOTO

SHIGA HYOGO

MIE OSAKA

Naka-senbon Sakura in Mt. Yoshino 吉野山中千本桜

NARA

Mt. Yoshino is covered in eight kilometers of sakura trees and is part of a UNESCO World Heritage site. Location: Nara Pref.

WAKAYAMA

Driving time: 6.5 hours by car

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Fun, Flowery Words Yozakura 夜桜 Translates to “night sakura” where you can enjoy illuminated sakura blossoms and festive paper lanterns. Sakura zensen 桜前線 Follow the “blossom forecast” to plan the day of your hanami by following the “cherry blossom front.”

April Cultural Adaptation Events

Temple Yoga at Oshima Island

APR 9

Wholesale Market Visit near Monzen gate

APR 17

Flower Land Visit - Making a Moss Ball at Yanai

APR 23

Bamboo Shoots Takenoko Digging Experience

APR 24

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It has been a long winter with several unique challenges, but spring is finally here. Now that you’ve learned about the creatures of Iwakuni and precautions for warm weather, get ready to enjoy this magnificent season.

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M P 0 3 : 7 - 3 AM

HORNE

SATURDAY

OF THE MONTH SM P  253-3585

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T’S

NEST

Ages 14-18

YOUNG ADULT RY G N S HA ME

F O S E RD FRI LO HE

5-6 PM | Library

THE FAULT IN OUR VLOGS

2nd Friday of the Month

TO ALL THE DOGS I PET BEFORE

BOOK CLUB

LIBRARY  253-3078

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Tandoori Chicken is one of the most popular dishes from Northern India and has become famous around the world. We marinate ours for up to 18 hours with special Tandoori Masala seasoning. We recommend you try some! Lunch: ¥810 (sales tax included & starting from) Dinner: ¥1404 (sales tax included & starting from) Ganesh

3-13-26 Marifu, Iwakuni

§ 0827-21-3301

YMCA

2-3-9 Marifu, Iwakuni

We offer draft Japanese beer, too!

NEW Ganesh Deluxe

Hote

§ 0827-35-5202

Iwakuni Station

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

Sakura theater Have a party with us! Birthday Parties / Unit Movies Award Ceremonies / Special Events

Credit cards accepted

 253-5462

Hamburger Steak, Beef Stew, Chicken, Rice & Noodles, Dessert, Handmade Bread, Curry, Fried Rice, Fried Noodles, Fried Shrimp, etc. 3-3-4 Nakatsu, Iwakuni | (0827)22-8136 English menu available on homepage http://www.sky.icn-tv.ne.jp/~kinnan/

R 188

Dinner Served 5-9 PM MAIN GATE

Open: Lunch Served 11:30 AM - 2 PM

Closed: Mondays

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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

Laugh,Learn and Play the Japanese Way! Iwakuni

Japanese Restaurant

Szechuan Restaurant

Station

FUJI

Iwakuni Police Station

Child day care

▲

188

MCAS Iwakuni

Iwakuni City Office

Since1987

Full day care Hourly care 2 months−5 years old ging

sa Mas

(Toll Free) 0120-231-843 http://funkymomo.co.jp

hot spring day use

by♪

a ba

(11:00～22:00)

Mother′s comment

Funky Momo provides quality and genuine care for my kids at an unbeatable price.

Monday-Friday 7:00AM- 8:00PM

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

■Evaluation Visits Welcome(Reservation required) ■Payment in US Dollars Accepted ■Small Family-Like Surroundings

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 Iwakuni Dental Care

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)

iwakunidental.com

The First and Only Tricare Authorized Provider in Iwakuni in

¥7,950 w/lunch (Monday) ¥7,950 (other weekdays) ¥11,250 (Sat, Sun, & Japanese Holidays)

We accept credit cards:

*Jeans, T-shirts or Sandals are not suitable for our course M C C S I WA K U N I .C O M | A P R I L 2 0 2 1

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Shabu-shabu & Sushi

Shabu-jin Shabu-Shabu Sushi & Kamameshi

日本料理

寿司

IWAKUNI Shabu JIN Since2014

Choose the menu with the touch panel

All-you-can-eat SUSHI !

Lunch 11 AM - 3 PM (last order 2 PM) Dinner 5-12 PM (last order 11 PM) ☎0827-23-4488 3-12-13 Marifu-Cho Iwakuni

R188

Shabu-jin

Park

Credit cards accepted

Iwakuni Station

Arcade Street

Vira Saikyo Bank

Flower shop

YMCA Iwakuni post office

Available same-day for 2 or more adults.

All-you-can-eat

STEAK! From

Choose the menu with the Tax not included touch panel

¥3,900

Lunch 11 AM - 2:30 PM

Tetumaru

(last order 2 PM)

《Lunch on weekdays only（Irregular holidays）》 Rokumei kan

Dinner 6 PM- 3 AM

(last order 2:30 AM)

Shabu -jin

《Closed Wednesday》

☎0827-24-1020 6-3-21 Marifu-Cho Iwakuni

Park Saikyo

Bank

Credit cards accepted

Flower shop

Iwakuni Station

R188 YMCA Iwakuni post office

Wagyu YAKINIKU

Jyujyu-Tei

All-you-can-eat YAKINIKU course

Wagyu Y

Wagyu-rib, Beef, Pork, etc...

Jyujyu-

Prices start at

3,132yen

Lightly broiled

Beef Sushi DRAGONFLY

Lightly broiled

All-you-can-eat YAKINIKU course

Beef Sushi

THRIFT STORE

Wagyu-rib, Beef, Pork, etc...

Prices start at

Choose the menu with the touch panel ←To Iwakuni St

Sukiya

Lunch 11 am - 3 pm（LO. 2:30 pm） Dinner 5 pm - 11 pm（LO.10:30 pm） Minamiiwakuni Sat./Sun./National holidays 11 am-11 pm

Saikyo Bank

R188

yen Closed on Wednesdays 3,132

We buy/sell kimonos, katanas (swords), furniture, electric devices, musical instruments, kitchen tools, fishing gear, and many others.

To Fujyu St→

★ Jyujyu-Tei

10 AM - 7 PMSukiya

（Closed Monday）

TEL 0827-32-7310 2-20-30 Ozu-Cho Iwakuni

Credit cards accepted

Clearance Sale Ends April 31

4-55-1 Minami-Iwakunimachi

Scan for directions 

DRAGONFLY

THRIFT STORE Yanai

Nafco Family Mart

Iwakuni

Minami-Iwakuni Station

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←To Iw

★

Sai

ＫＯＵＮＡＩＴＡＸＩ Popular company for safe & reliable transportation You can relax and feel assured that our drivers will get you to your destination safely. You can see our taxi with a Red Roof & White Body below. the symbol of lantern

daytime

AVAILABLE 24 HOURS A DAY !

night

H a v e a g o o d d a y !!

📱📱 0827-21-1111

・The service is not available for Drive-Thru

the

makes your skin younger!

MCAS Beauty Package 50 Minute Facial ¥4,070 60 Minute Facial + ¥6,050 Basic Neck Massage 80 Minute Facial + ¥9,350 Premium Neck Massage

Esthetic Cosmetic

For Reservations:

mm17158@mail.pola.co.jp 0827-31-5522 (Ja panese only)

10 AM - 6 PM

Closed: Sun & Japanese Holidays

188

Family Mart

Monzen Gate Credit Cards Accepted

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Visit our home page by searching “Appellation” and “Wine”

park

ONte pe l P U pla ea COyozason/m

1 G per

Open Hours 11 AM - 3 PM & 5 PM - 9 PM (Parking for 17 cars)

ATTEND A WEBINAR TO LEARN HOW UMGC PROGRAMS ARE MADE FOR YOU!

Yamabiko Ramen  Kintai Bridge

•

FRESTA Supermarket

WWW.ASIA.UMGC.EDU/WEBINARS

Student Webinars

Sign up for a no–cost virtual open house and get answers about earning a degree from UMGC. If you apply for admission within 30 days of attending, your $50 application fee will be waived!

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CAR & BIKE FINANCING We can work with any dealer or private seller to finance your dream car. We also provide the service to get a vehicle from all over Japan without financing.

Call or visit our office for details Tel: 0827-35-6507 Email: iwakuni@johnnys-cars.com www.iwakunicars.com Johnny’s Auto Loan Iwakuni 3-10-57 Kuruma-Machi, Iwakuni City, Yamaguchi 740-0026

SASAO DENTAL CLINIC

GENERAL PRACTICE AND SLEEP APNEA Sasao Dental Clinic

Working Hours: MON, TUE, WED, & FRI 9 AM - 1 PM & 2:30 - 6 PM

4 Corner

THU & SAT Closed Sunday & JN Holidays 9 AM - 1 PM

Route 188

Appoinment: Call 0827-21-0118 (English)

In case of cancellation, please be sure to call us MCAS Iwakuni

LITTLE

ANGEL child daycare

JR Minami Iwakuni Station au

Rt 188

Yanai Ohsyo YouMe Town

LITTLE ANGEL

Nafco

EXPERIENCED & CERTIFIED CARETAKERS FULL DAY & HOURLY CARE AVAILABLE DAILY HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES PERFECT OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR CHILD TO HAVE A MULTICULTURAL EXPERIENCE MONDAY - FRIDAY 7 AM - 7 PM

0827-31-8506

Saturdays & Japanese Holidays 8 AM - 6PM

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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

OPEN EVERYDAY LUN CH 11 AM - 3 PM DINN E R 5 PM-10 PM

(starting from)

§ 0827-35-5502 2-7-19, Kuruma-machi Iwakuni-shi Scan QR for directions

MCAS Iwakuni

JR IWAKUNI STATION BACK GATE

FRONT GATE

188

§ 0827-21-2926 1-10-5, Showa-machi Iwakuni-shi Scan QR for directions

Dinner ¥1,550

189

SET MENU (sales tax included) Lunch ¥800 - ¥950

Indian Pasta, Vegetarian menu, Party menu available U.S. dollar & credit cards accepted

188

Reservation & Take- Out Free refills on naan & Free parking

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EMERGENCY ON-BASE - DSN 119/911 Cell: 0827-21-7700

1350 1566 410 ATG200 1010 9595 1333

Bldg

Auto Skills Center Car Rental IT&T IronWorks Atago IronWorks  IronWorks North Strike Zone Bowling Center 

Recreation & Leisure

GG17 II15 09 HH4 F16 DD15 FF11

Map

Bldg

600 600 625 1333 1600 9520 410 9500

Bueno Burrito Club Iwakuni     Sakura Theater Strike Zone Food Court   The Hangar    Chili’s Bar & Grill Crossroads Food Court   Torii Pines Cafe

Dining & Entertainment

Penny Lake Fields

DSN

253-5325 253-4245 253-4377 253-3611 253-6578 253-3611 253-3495

253-3363 253-5416 253-4067 253-7492 253-6884 253-2400 253-4110 253-3267

DSN

New Arrival Check In

Red Bus Route

Parking Garage

Blue Bus Route

Basketball Court

Playground

Skate Park

Gas Station

Legend

Tennis Court

Pool

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Map

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Americable Barber Shop Barking Lot Kennel CHUBB Insurance Commissary Joint Reception Center (JRC) Kintai Inn Launderette Main Side Gas Station Marine Corps Exchange (MCX)  Marine Mart - Atago Marine Mart - Main  Marine Mart - Northside   MCX24 Micro Mart - TLF MCX Micro Mart - BHC MCX Warehouse Military Auto Sales North Side Gas Station Plage Beauty Salon Services Plus Softbank Cellular

Shopping & Services

Monzen Gate

Bldg

9500 9510 1052 9500 450 335 606 9510 172 445 ATG200 445 1345 9500 111 380 9500 1351 9510 9500 410

253-5255 253-3568 253-4708 253-4708 253-4723 253-5851

DSN

253-2288 253-4728 253-3588 253-3777 253-5586 253-3365 253-3181 253-4782 253-5641 253-5641 253-6623 253-4792 253-4121

Map W19 GG15 K13

AMC Passenger Terminal Bachelor Housing Branch Health Clinic

Station

Chapel Child Developement Services  Community Support Center Library   M&FP Building Family Readiness  School Age Center (SAC) SMP Hornet’s Nest    Teen Center  Youth Center 

Bldg 723 1503 111

1100 637 600 411 411 411 9540 1347 410 9556

DSN 253-5509 253-5782 253-5572

253-4245 253-5584 253-6454 253-3078 253-3070 253-3542 253-4769 253-3585 253-4769 253-5549

DSN

410 100 200 119/911 9555A 9556 410 625 9553A 9550 608 610 1562 7725 608 170 130 1009 723

253-3164 253-6382 253-4797 253-5311 253-3327 253-5448 253-3303 253-5435 253-6086 253-3032 253-5591 253-6505 253-6381 253-6471 253-6174

253-6130 253-4076 253-5541

North Gate

 ATM  Free Internet/Web Cam  Currency Exchange

Community Bank  DMO Family Housing Office Fire Station 119 Iwakuni Elementary School Iwakuni Middle School Navy Federal Credit Union Navy Marine Corps Relief Society MC Perry Elementary School MC Perry High School PMO Post Office - Main Post Office - North Recycle Center Staff Judge Advocate (SJA) Station Property Station Safety Veterinarian USO

IHA, MLC, & JMSDF Welcome  WiFi Hotspot  Pay Phones

09 M14 017 015 W15 CC16 09 R9 U16 R16 V7 P9 HH10 DD18 V7 M17 J19 B18 W19

13 11

Atago Hills

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253-4742 253-3582 253-3221 253-4711 253-4385

11 13

Bldg

W6 U9 S13 016 016 016 U9 GG10 09 CC16

10 14

Marine & Family

Map

Main Gate

9500 9500 9500 1117 1350

Starch & Stripes Tanaka Optical TLF Thrift Store Typhoon Motors Auto Service

Y13 Y13 Y13 Y6 GG17

MCAS IWAKUNI

DIRECTORY Calling 253 from cellular phones: 0827-79-xxxx (4 digits after 253-) Calling 255 from cellular phones: 0827-94-xxxx (4 digits after 255-) Calling from the States to MCAS Iwakuni DSN: 253 - 011-81-82-779-xxxx 255 - 011-81-82-794-xxxx

DINING & ENTERTAINMENT THE 11TH FRAME Bldg. 1333 Mon - Thu: 5-10 PM Fri & Sat: 3 PM - Midnight Sun: 3-10 PM BUENO BURRITO Bldg. 600 Mon-Fri: 11 AM - 2 PM

253-4939

253-2001

235-3004

BURGER KING - THE HANGAR 253-6188 Daily 8 AM - 9 PM 6-9 PM E-5 and below only CHILI’S BAR & GRILL Bldg 9520 Fri - Sat: 11 AM - 10 PM Sun - Thu: 11 AM - 9 PM

253-2400

CLUB IWAKUNI Bldg. 600 253-7080/5416 Mon: 6:30 AM - 2 PM Tue-Thu: 6:30 AM - 10 PM Fri & Sat: 6:30 AM - Midnight Sun: 8 AM - 5 PM After Hours 253-3363 Catering Department 253-3728/7176 Mon-Fri: 8 AM - 4 PM CROSSROADS CAFE & BASKIN ROBBINS Bldg. 410 Daily: 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM

253-4110

EAGLE’S NEST Bldg. 600 Closed until further notice. THE HANGAR Bldg. 1600 Wed & Thu: 5 PM - Midnight Fri & Sat: 5 PM - 2 AM Sun: 4-10 PM Closed: Mon & Tue

253-6884

JD’S GRILLE Bldg. 600 253-3363 Breakfast Mon - Fri: 6:30-11 AM Sat: 6:30 AM - 2 PM Sun: 8 AM - 2 PM Hol: 6:30 AM - 2 PM Lunch Mon: 11 AM - 2 PM Tue - Sun: 11 AM - 5 PM Dinner Tue - Sat: 5-10 PM Bar Menu Tue - Thu: 5-10 PM Fri - Sat: 5 PM - Midnight Sunday Family Meals To Go pick-up: 8 AM - 5 PM To Go 253-3363 MOBILE CANTEEN Route Information

253-4108

OFFICER’S CLUB Tue - Thu: 5-10 PM Fri & Sat: 5 PM - Midnight Closed: Sun & Mon PIZZA HUT Bldg. 410 Take-Out Orders Dine-In or Pick-Up Sun - Thu: 10:30 AM - 9:30 PM Fri & Sat: 10:30 AM - 10:30 PM Delivery Orders Sun - Thu: 11 AM - 9 PM Fri & Sat: 11 AM - 10 PM PIZZA HUT - STRIKE ZONE Bldg. 1333 Sun - Thu: 11 AM - 9 PM Fri & Sat: 11 AM - 10 PM SAKURA THEATER Bldg. 625 Movie Line-up

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

SOBA EXPRESS Bldg. 410 Mon - Fri: 11 AM - 7 PM

253-3004

SPECIAL EVENTS Bldg. 625

253-3727

SUBWAY Bldg. 410 Mon - Sat: 7:30 AM - 9 PM Sun: 9 AM - 9 PM Delivery Order Delivery Noon - 8:30 PM

253-4915

253-3495

TACO BELL - THE HANGAR 253-6188 Bldg. 1600 Mon - Fri: 11 AM - 6 PM After 6 PM E5 and below & guests only Closed: Sat & Sun

AMERICABLE Bldg. 410 24 Hour Tech Support Mon - Sat: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

TORII PINES CAFE Bldg. 9500 Mon-Fri: 6 AM - 4 PM Sat & Sun: 6 AM - 1 PM

253-3267

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

253-4966

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

253-3723

AUTO SKILLS CENTER Bldg. 1350 Mon, Tue, & Fri: 10 AM - 7 PM Sat & Sun: 9 AM - 7 PM Closed: Wed & Thu

253-5325

CAR RENTAL Bldg. 1566 253-4245 Mon & Thu - Sun: 9 AM - 2 PM & 3-5:30 PM Closed: Tue & Wed FITNESS Bldg. 9595 Rm. 217 Mon - Fri: 8 AM - 5 PM

253-6359

HEALTH PROMOTION Bldg. 9595 Rm. 217 Mon - Fri: 8 AM - 5 PM

253-6359 253-3942/3841

INFORMATION, TOURS, & TRAVEL (IT&T) Bldg. 410 253-4377 Mon - Fri: 9:30 AM - 6 PM Sat: 9:30 AM - 3 PM Closed: Sun & Hol INTRAMURAL SPORTS Bldg. 1010 Mon - Fri: 8 AM - 5 PM IRONWORKS Bldg. 1010 Mon - Fri: 4 AM - 10 PM Sat, Sun, & Hol: 7 AM - 6 PM

253-3067 253-6578

IRONWORKS ATAGO Bldg. ATG200 Open 24/7 to authorized patrons with registered access cards IRONWORKS INDOOR POOL Bldg. 1010 Mon - Fri: 5 AM - 8 PM Sat, Sun, & Hol: 11 AM - 5 PM Closed: 1-3 PM on Tue & Thu IRONWORKS NORTH Bldg. 9595 Mon - Fri: 4 AM - 10 PM Sat, Sun, & Hol: 7 AM - 6 PM

253-5520

253-3611

OUTDOOR RECREATION GEAR ISSUE Bldg. 1010 Mon - Fri: 10 AM - 6 PM Sat, Sun, & Hol: 8 AM - 4 PM

253-3822 253-3842

REEF ENCOUNTERS DIVE CENTER Bldg. 1010 253-6058 Mon - Sat: 11 AM - 7 PM 253-4002 253-4067

STRIKE ZONE - PRO SHOP Bldg. 1333 Daily: 11 AM - 9 PM

253-4915

253-7827

IRONWORKS OUTDOOR POOL Closed for the Season 253-3943

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

SHOPPING & SERVICES

IACE TRAVEL Bldg. 410 Mon - Fri: 9:30 AM - 6 PM Closed: Sat, Sun, & Hol

RUNS & ATHLETIC EVENTS Bldg. 1010

253-5880

253-3495

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

TACO BELL Bldg. 410 Daily: 10:30 AM - 9 PM

BULLDOG BURGER Bldg. 1333 Sun - Thu: 11 AM - 9 PM Fri & Sat: 11 AM - 10 PM BURGER KING Bldg. 410 Daily: 7 AM - 9 PM

MCAS IWAKUNI SNCO CLUB Bldg. 600 Tue - Thu: 5-10 PM Fri & Sat: 5 PM - Midnight Closed: Sun & Mon

253-3239

PREVIEW MAGAZINE Marketing Dept Bldg. 410 Digital Media Advertising (日本語) Mon - Fri: 8 AM - 4:30 PM SERVICES + Bldg. 9500 Mon - Sat: 11 AM - 7 PM Closed: Sun & Hol SOFTBANK CELLULAR Bldg. 410 Mon - Sat: 10 AM - 6:30 PM Sun: 10 AM - 5:30 PM Holidays: Noon - 5:30 PM

253-5715 253-3128 253-4169 0827-79-4169 253-4723

253-5851

STARCH & STRIPES DRY CLEANERS/ TAILOR SHOP Bldg. 9500 253-4742 Mon - Tue, Thu - Sat: 9 AM - 5:30 PM Closed: Wed, Sun, & Hol

24-HOUR CAR WASH Bldg. 1350 Open 24/7

253-2288 046-896-2288

BARBER SHOP Bldg. 9510 Daily: 8 AM - 7 PM “BARKING LOT” KENNEL Bldg. 1052 Mon - Fri: 9 AM - 5 PM Closed: Sat, Sun, & Hol

253-4728 253-3588

STORAGE UNITS Bldg. 1350 Mon, Tue, & Fri: 10 AM - 7 PM Sat & Sun: 9 AM - 7 PM Closed: Wed & Thu Units open 24/7 TANAKA OPTICAL Bldg. 9500 Mon: 11 AM - 5 PM Tue - Fri: 10 AM - 5 PM Closed: Sat, Sun, & Hol

253-5325

253-4758

253-3777

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

DESIGN Bldg. 129 Mon - Fri: 8 AM - 4:30 PM

253-5147

EMPLOYEE DEVELOPMENT Bldg. 410 Rm. 202 Mon - Fri: 8-11 AM & 1-4 PM

TYPHOON MOTORS AUTO SERVICE Bldg. 1350 253-4385 Mon - Fri: 8 AM - 6 PM Sat: 8 AM - 4:30 PM Closed: Sun & Hol

253-4841

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

253-3424

CHUBB INSURANCE Bldg. 9500 Mon - Fri: 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM Closed: Sat, Sun, & Hol

FINANCE Bldg. 410 Mon - Wed, Fri: 8 AM - 4:30 PM Thu: 8 AM - 2 PM HUMAN RESOURCES Bldg. 410 Mon - Fri: 8-11:30 AM & 1-4 PM LAUNDERETTE Bldg. 9510 Customer Service Open 24/7 MAIN SIDE GAS STATION Bldg. 172 Daily: 6 AM - 8 PM

253-3336

253-3030

253-4782 253-5641

MARINE CORPS EXCHANGE (MCX) (Military Clothing Sales, Sight & Sound) Bldg. 445 253-5641 Daily: 10 AM - 8 PM Cash Cage 253-2418 Mon - Fri: 10 AM - 6 PM MARINE MART - ATAGO Bldg. ATG200 Daily: 10 AM - 1 PM & 2-6 PM

253 -6623

MARINE MART - NORTHSIDE Bldg. 1345 Daily: 6 AM - 10 PM

253-4121

MCCS MOTOR POOL Bldg. 1350 Mon - Fri: 8 AM - 4:30 PM

253-3698

MCX24 MICRO MART - TLF Bldg. 9500 Open 24/7

NORTH SIDE GAS STATION Bldg. 1351 Daily: 6 AM - 8 PM

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH (Prevention, Education, Outreach & Intervention) Bldg. 411 Rm. 219 253-5043 Mon - Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM CAREER RESOURCES Bldg. 411 Rm. 101 Mon - Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

253-3568

253-4517

PLAGE BEAUTY SALON Bldg. 9510 253-4708 Mon - Wed & Fri - Sun: 9 AM - 7 PM Closed: Thu & Hol

253-7332

P R E V I E W M A G A Z I N E | F I N D U S O N FA C E B O O K : M C C S I WA K U N I

253-6439

CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER (CDC) Bldg. 635, 636, & 637 253-5584/253-7353 Mon - Fri: 6 AM - 6 PM COMMUNITY COUNSELING PROGRAM (CCP) Bldg. 411 Rm. 201 253-6553 CULTURAL ADAPTATION PROGRAM Bldg. 411 Rm. 101 253-6165 Mon - Fri: 8 AM - 5 PM EDUCATION OFFICE Bldg. 411 Rm. 127 Mon - Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

253-3855

EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY MEMBER PROGRAM (EFMP) Bldg. 636/637 253-5601 FAMILY ADVOCACY PROGRAM (FAP) Bldg. 411 Rm. 219 253-4526 24-Hour Helpline 090-9978-1033 FAMILY MEMBER EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Bldg. 411 Rm .125 253-6352 Mon - Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM INFORMATION REFERRAL & RELOCATION SERVICES Bldg. 411 Rm. 101 Mon - Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

MCX24 MICRO MART - BHC Bldg. 111, 3rd Fl. Open 24/7

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

MARINE & FAMILY

LIBRARY Bldg. 411, 3F Mon - Wed: 8:30 AM - 6 PM Thu: 10 AM - 5 PM Fri: 8:30 AM - 8 PM Sat, Sun, & Hol: 9:30 AM - 5 PM MARINE CORPS FAMILY TEAM BUILDING (MCFTB) Bldg. 411, Rm. 101 Mon - Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

253-6161 253-3078

253-3542

NAVY-MARINE CORPS RELIEF SOCIETY Bldg. 625 253-5311 NEW PARENT SUPPORT PROGRAM (NPSP) Bldg. 411 Rm. 219

253-4526

PERSONAL FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAM Bldg. 411 Rm. 101 Mon - Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

253-6439

SCHOOL AGE CARE (SAC) Bldg. 9540 Mon - Fri: 6 AM - 6 PM Closed: Sat, Sun, & Hol

253-4769

SCHOOL LIAISON Bldg. 9540

253-3691

SEXUAL ASSAULT PREVENTION & RESPONSE (SAPR) 24-Hour Helpline 080-5865-3566 SMP HORNET’S NEST Bldg. 1347 Mon - Thu: 4 AM - Midnight Fri: 4 AM -3 AM Sat: 8 AM - 3 AM Sun: 8 AM - Midnight

253-3585

SUBSTANCE ABUSE & PREVENTION Bldg. 411 Rm. 219 253-5260 TEEN CENTER Bldg. 410 Fri: 5:30-10 PM Sat: Noon - 10 PM Closed: Sun-Thu

253-4769

TRANSITION ASSISTANCE Bldg. 411 Rm. 125 Mon - Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

253-7183

VETERANS AFFAIRS Bldg. 411 Rm. 127 By Appointment

253-6284

WOMEN, INFANTS & CHILDREN (WIC) 253-4928 Bldg. 625, 3rd Fl. YOUTH CENTER Bldg. 9556 253-5072/4803 Mon, Wed - Fri: 2:30-5 PM Tue: 1:30-5 PM Closed: Sat, Sun, & Hol No School Days: 10 AM - 5 PM

STATION EMERGENCY On-Base DSN Off-Base Cell/ Japanese Response Station Emergency Response

911/119 119 0827-21-7700

AFN Bldg. 370

253-5661

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 Medical Appointments Dental Appointments Medication Refills Pharmacy Marine Med Home CHAPLAIN Station Chapel Duty Chaplain

255-8100 255-8000 255-8500 046-816-4689 255-8280 255-8350 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 MC Perry High School Iwakuni Elementary Iwakuni Middle School

253-3327 253-5448 253-3164 253-6382

PMO Desk Sergeant SJA

253-3303 253-5591

RED CROSS Bldg. 625

253-4525

VETERINARIAN Bldg. 1009

253-6471

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