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March 19, 2015 • mccsokinawa.com
okinawalivingweekly Grillin’ Season
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he weather finally warming up means one thing— grillin’ season. As you head out to the beach with your gas grill or bag of charcoal, why not try some Japanese BBQ favorites? Here are a few ideas for your next cookout. Teriyaki, cooking using a glaze composed of soy sauce, mirin and sugar, gives nearly any dish an extra spring in its step. You can search the Internet for an authentic recipe, but the sauce is readily available at the commissary and almost any grocery store back in the U.S. Simply select your entrée and follow the directions on the bottle. Yakitori is a simple treat found in area restaurants, roadside food stands and Japanese grocery stores. Whether an appetizer or the main course, it’s simply chicken parts—including skins and gizzards—on a skewer and grilled. Drinking establishments may have their own special recipe, but the basics include
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soy sauce, a sweetener like mirin, and spices. Wash it down with a cold beverage and you’re truly following Japanese custom. Fish is a favorite of this island nation, tuna being a big part of the Japanese diet. Consider fresh tuna steaks dredged in sesame seeds for your next cookout. You’ll also find salmon and snapper quite plentiful at the seafood counter. Barbecue squid shows up on many Japanese menus and it’s pretty easy to prepare for adventurous eaters. Slice it into rings, skewer it, baste it in lemon juice and garlic butter, and put it on a medium grill for two to three minutes each side. Enjoy! Don’t have grilling supplies? Visit your nearest MCCS Outdoor Recreation office to rent everything you need. Check mccsokinawa.com/outdoor_recreation for more information.
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n April 5 join us at a variety of our clubs island-wide for Easter breakfast and brunch. Here is a roundup of what the MCCS clubs have to offer: The Ocean Breeze on Camp Foster will serve a breakfast buffet from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Adults pay $9.95, children (5-11) $4.95 and children (under 5) are free. Call 645-3666 for details. The Habu Pit on MCAS Futenma will have their buffet open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The fee for adults is $9.95, children (5-11) $4.95 and children (under 5) are free. Call 6363081 for details. Tengan Castle on Camp Courtney will have brunch ready from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Adults pay $17, children ( 5-11) $8.50 and children (under 5) are free. Call 622-9413 for details. Finally, the Butler Officers’ Club will host their brunch buffet from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for the same price as Tengan Castle. Visit mccsokinawa.com/clubs for more information or contact your local club.
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Taiyo Golf Club Events
olf is a game for all seasons. The Taiyo Golf Club has events and tournaments planned all year long. Here’s what is ahead in 2015: April 8–10: there will be Junior Instructional Clinics for children between the ages of 5 and 18 to learn the rules and fundamentals of putting, chipping and the full swing applications of golf. There will be more junior clinics from June through August. April 25 & 26: Taiyo Golf Club and the Banyan Tree will go head to head in the The Home & Home Challenge for bragging rights, a trophy and more. June 13: Gather your four best buds (who play golf) for the 4 Person Best Ball tournament. July 11 & 12: Budding pros and prodigies of all levels compete at the
Junior Open Championship, an island-wide tournament. September 12: With summer in full swing, join the Red, White & Blue Scramble for a chance to win cash prizes and more. October 10–12: Compete for more great prizes in events such as the putting challenge, longest drive and more
at the Taiyo Club Championship. November 14: Be a hero on Thanksgiving by winning cash and a turkey at the Turkey Shoot. December 12: The final event of the year will be the Holiday Ham Scramble—a four-person scramble with the chance to win cash and hams.
mccsevents&happenings Teen Program March 20, 5–6 p.m. Library, Camp Foster 645-7178 FREE
Basic Origami March 23, 5:30–6:30 p.m. Library, Camp Schwab 625-2518 FREE
Board Game Night March 25, 5–6 p.m. Library, Camp Courtney 622-9280 FREE
Survival Japanese Language Class March 23, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Library, Camp Schwab 645-2104 FREE
Money Management Workshop March 24, 8:30–11:30 a.m. Education Center, MCAS Futenma 636-3036 FREE
Basic Stress Management March 26, 2:30–4:30 p.m. MCFTB, Camp Foster 645-3689 FREE
Ace the Interview Workshop March 24, 8:30–11:30 a.m. MFP-R, Camp Kinser 645-3151 FREE
Washi Egg Making March 26, 9:30–11 a.m. MFP-R, Camp Courtney 645-2104 FREE
Writing Workshop March 23, 6–7 p.m. Library, Camp Foster 645-7178 FREE
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March 20, 7 p.m.–7 a.m. Kinser Youth Center Enjoy games, movies, cooking projects and fun. This event is FREE and open to all members and non-members. Kinser Youth Center 637-2248
March 27, 3:30–6 p.m. Kinser Youth Center Let us show our appreciation for our youths with games and food. Kinser Youth Center 637-2248
St. Patrick’s Day Youth Lock-In
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April 13–June 5 Camps Foster & Courtney Fitness Centers Plan your fitness goals and work to achieve great results with a trained instructor. Health Promotion 645-3910
April 10, 7–9:30 p.m. (Rain date: April 17) Kishaba Baseball Field Join us for a night of food, fun and family time with a family-friendly movie on the lawn. Behavioral Health Family Advocacy Program 645-2915
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For details about FREE Japanese language classes, please call Marine & Family Programs– Resources at 645-2104/2106.
Octopus, Squid and Ink
f you are a true culinary daredevil, your tour on Okinawa may include odorigui. That would be a piece of tentacle sliced from a live octopus and enjoyed with a little soy sauce. The challenge is to chew the rubbery limb into submission as the suction cups adhere to the roof of the mouth. Odorigui is obviously not for everyone, but there are plenty of ways to enjoy octopus, squid, and other uminomono (seafood) on Okinawa. There are three species of octopus, or tako, which are important to the Japanese fishing industry: the madako which is the most common, the mizudako and the smallest of the three, the iidako. Takoyaki is a festival food staple on Okinawa. Chopped octopus is drenched in batter and cooked in a circular iron mold. The balls are served with usutā sōsu, a condiment similar to Worcestershire sauce. If octopus balls sound a lit-
tle silly, consider the superstition that some Japanese have regarding eating octopus–that the creature must be beaten into submission with a daikon radish. The squid, or ika, is considered a delicacy by many cultures. It has been eaten dried as surume since ancient times. Surume is a traditional offering at Shinto shrines and it is still used as a gift on auspicious occasions. Only since
the invention of refrigeration has squid moved to the sushi menu. One other unusual delicacy to try is squid ink, or ikasumi. On Okinawa, ikasumi is enjoyed as a soup and considered to have a high medicinal value. It is also found on menus added to pizza or mixed as a pasta sauce. Look for squid ink bread, curry, or soba noodles as well. By Laura Aguiar
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off-base events get out and explore.
Pop Circus March 19–April 4 Tickets on sale at Tours+ Adults $21, children (3–15) $10, (under3) FREE Ginoza Industrial Festival March 21–22, 10 a.m.–8 p.m. Mirai, Ginoza Village FREE Tida Thanksgiving Festival March 21–22, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Uminchu Wharf, Chatan FREE
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adventure begins here. Okinawa West Coast Tour March 25, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Adults $44, Children (6–12) $26, (3–5) $11, (under 3) FREE Visit Cape Manzamo and Okinawa Marriott Resort for a lunch buffet. Last stop will be at Okinawa Sweets Factory where you can taste sweets while overlooking the East China Sea.*
Japanese Tea Ceremony March 27, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Adults $35, Children (3–11) $28, (under 3) FREE Experience a traditional Japanese tea ceremony at a beautiful private Okinawan home. After tea, head to Kokusai Street for lunch and shopping.*
Battle Sites Tour March 28, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Adults $28, Children (3–11) $18, (under 3) FREE Visit the Battle of Okinawa Historical Collection on Camp Kinser and the Japanese Naval Underground Headquarters. End the day at Peace Prayer Park.*
Shrines and Gardens March 26, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Adults $20, Children (3–11) $13, (under 3) FREE Explore two of Okinawa’s most famous gardens, Shikina-en. Stop for lunch and shopping on Kokusai Street in between gardens. Afterwards, explore Futenma Shrine.*
Pop Circus March 28, 8:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Adults $36, Children (3–15) $25, (under 3) FREE no seat Come see the world’s greatest circus at Naha Onoyama Park. Thrilling and amazing performances will bring joy to the audiences of all ages. Includes transportation.*
Whale Watching Tour March 29, 8 a.m.–3 p.m. Adults $54, Children (4–11) $35 This is your last chance to watch these mammoth‐sized creatures surface around the Kerama Islands. After a morning at sea we will head to Kokusai St. for lunch and shopping.*
*Bring yen for additional food, drinks and/or purchases. For more information, contact MCCS Tours+: Camp Foster 646-3502 | Camp Hansen 623-6344 | Camp Kinser temporarily closed | U.S. Naval Hospital 646-7013
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For much of the year, exotic flowers, banyan and palm trees, lily ponds, water fountains and ferns are the star attractions at the Southeast Botanical Gardens. For more information and details on tours that visit the spot, call your local Tours+ office.
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good night out is hard to come by. So is a good boss. Take a moment to show appreciation for the latter at Bosses’ Night. All SNCOs and Officers are invited to show your boss why you’re the number-one employee and perhaps let him or her have one over on you in a round of pool or darts. There will be entertainment all night, and of course, lots of food.
Bosses’ Night is on March 27 from 5 p.m. to midnight at the MCAS Habu Pit. Enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres served from 5 to 7 p.m. For a more hearty meal, head out to the patio and grill your own burgers and hot dogs (don’t forget to grill a few for the ol’ boss, either). For details, call 636-3081 or visit mccsokinawa.com/habupit.
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upcoming semperfitevents movieschedule Proud sponsor of MCCS Youth Sports Athletics/Adult Sports 645-3521/3522 Aquatics 645-3180 Courtney Ironworks 622-9261/7297 Futenma Semper Fit 636-2672 Gunners Fitness Center 645-3985/2235 Hansen House of Pain 623-5558/4831 Health Promotion 645-3484/3910 Kinser Fitness Center 637-1869/1114 Schwab Power Dome 625-2654/2442 Taiyo Golf Club 622-2004 Tsunami SCUBA 645-9500 Youth Sports 645-3533/3534
Open 5K Lord of the Tengan Run Run March 22 Camp Courtney Ironworks Gym Register on-site between 6:30 and 7:30 a.m. for $25. This event is open to participants island-wide. Awards will be given to first, second and third place winners. An on-site, mandatory participant’s brief will be at 7:45 a.m. Details: 622-7297. Open Flag Football Tournament April 3–5 Camp Courtney Ironworks Gym Register by 1 p.m. on March 30 at any MCCS fitness center for $95 per team. This event is open to participants islandwide. Awards will be given to first, second and third place finishers. Tournament brackets and bylaws will be emailed to each player. Details: 622-7297. All Womens Basketball Tournament April 3–5 MCAS Futenma Semper Fit Gym Register by 1 p.m. on March 30 at any MCCS fitness center for $120 per team. This event is open to participants islandwide. Awards will be given to first, second and third place winners. Tournament brackets and bylaws will be emailed to each player. Details: 636-2672.
Open Bench Press Competition April 4 Hansen House of Pain
Register on by 1 p.m. on March 30 at any MCCS fitness center for $10 or on-site between 10:30–11:30 a.m. for $15. This event is open to participants island-wide. Awards will be given to first, second and third place winners. Tournament brackets and by-laws will be emailed to each partipant. Details: 623-5569/5558.
classoftheweek Absolute ABS/Hard CORE for the Warrior This 30-minute class conditions and strengthens all the muscles that run along the torso. These muscles of the core make it possible to stand upright, control full body movements, transfer energy, shift body weight and move in any direction. For a full class schedule, visit schedule mccsokinawa.com/wellness.
weeklyhealthtip Joint health is important for the athlete. There has been a lot of research done in joint supplementation, much of it is for arthritic pain—not treating athletes. Here’s what is known to work: Glucasamine (delays knee osteoarthritis), Chondroitin (for joint pain and stiffness), Curcumin (antiinflammatory) and Boswellia Serrata (anti-inflammatory).
CAMP KINSER | 637-2177
CAMP COURTNEY | 622-6101
Thursday, March 19 Unfinished Business (R) 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, March 19 CLOSED
Friday, March 20 Insurgent (PG 13) 6:30 p.m.
Friday, March 20 Insurgent 3D (PG 13) 6 p.m. Insurgent 3D (PG 13) 9 p.m.
Saturday, March 21 Insurgent (PG 13) 3 p.m. Insurgent (PG 13) 6:30 p.m. Sunday, March 22 Cinderella (PG) 1 p.m. Chappie (R) 3:30 p.m. Insurgent (PG 13) 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, March 21 Project Almanac (PG 13) 3 p.m. Insurgent (PG 13) 6 p.m. Sunday, March 22 Cinderella (PG) 3 p.m. Insurgent (PG 13) 6 p.m.
Monday, March 23 CLOSED
Monday, March 23 Jupiter Ascending (PG 13) 7 p.m.
Tuesday, March 24 CLOSED
Tuesday, March 24 CLOSED
Wednesday, March 25 Insurgent (PG 13) 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, March 25 Insurgent (PG 13) 7 p.m.
MCAS FUTENMA | 636-3890
CAMP HANSEN | 623-4564
Thursday, March 19 CLOSED
Thursday, March 19 Run All Night (R) 7 p.m.
Friday, March 20 Insurgent (PG 13) 6:30 p.m.
Friday, March 20 Insurgent 3D (PG 13) 6:30 p.m. Insurgent (PG 13) 10 p.m.
Saturday, March 21 Mortdecai (R) 4 p.m. Insurgent (PG 13) 7 p.m.
Saturday, March 21 Insurgent 3D (PG 13) 9:30 p.m.
Sunday, March 22 Mortdecai (R) 4 p.m. Insurgent (PG 13) 7 p.m.
Sunday, March 22 Cinderella (PG) 3:30 p.m. Insurgent (PG 13) 7 p.m.
Monday, March 23 Cinderella (PG) 6:30 p.m.
Monday, March 23 Seventh Son (PG 13) 7 p.m.
Tuesday, March 24 CLOSED
Tuesday, March 24 Run All Night (R) 7 p.m.
Wednesday, March 25 CLOSED
Wednesday, March 25 Unfinished Business (R) 7 p.m.
CAMP FOSTER | 645-3465
CAMP SCHWAB | 625-2338
Thursday, March 19 Chappie (R) 7 p.m.
Thursday, March 19 CLOSED
Friday, March 20 Insurgent (PG 13) 6 p.m. Insurgent 3D (PG 13) 9 p.m.
Friday, March 20 Insurgent 3D (PG 13) 6 p.m. Insurgent (PG 13) 9 p.m.
Saturday, March 21 Cinderella (PG) Noon Insurgent (PG 13) 3 p.m. Insurgent 3D (PG 13) 6 p.m. Jupiter Ascending (PG 13) 9 p.m.
Saturday, March 21 Seventh Son (PG 13) 6 p.m. Insurgent (PG 13) 9 p.m.
Sunday, March 22 The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water 3D (PG) 1 p.m. Insurgent (PG 13) 4 p.m. Insurgent 3D (PG 13) 7 p.m. Monday, March 23 Insurgent (PG 13) 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 24 Run All Night (R) 7 p.m.
Sunday, March 22 Project Almanac (PG 13) 4 p.m. Insurgent (PG 13) 7 p.m. Monday, March 23 Run All Night (R) 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 24 Jupiter Ascending (PG 13) 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 25 CLOSED
Wednesday, March 25 Seventh Son (PG 13) 7 p.m.
Source: http://goo.gl/B1BmyV Movie schedule is subject to change. For the latest updates visit shopmyexchange.com/reeltimetheatres/reeltime-landing.htm.