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okinawalivingweekly More Than A Noodle
Kin Blue Beach Bash
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t has been claimed that the first Japanese ramenya, or ramen shop, opened its doors to serve its inaugural bowl of ramen in 1910. Not to be confused with its sister noodle, soba, ramen is a crinkly noodle but is also made straight and thin. Ramen noodles are made from wheat, flour, and egg, which creates the perfect foundation for an assortment of broths and flavors. Each region of Japan has a unique way of preparing the stock and adding their signature to ramen. Shio, or salt, ramen is a heavily salted, yellowishclear broth with veggies and sometimes fish, chicken or seaweed. Shio is made with straight, thin noodles. The broth of shoyu, or soy sauce, ramen is made from its namesake and has a dark-brown color. And because soy sauce is such a versatile condiment, there are many variations of the dish. Shoyu ramen can be found topped with hardboiled eggs, bamboo shoots, nori (seaweed), kamaboko, or fish cakes, bean sprouts and slices of pork. Most shio and
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shoyu ramen fall into the assari, or light, category. Tonkotsu ramen’s broth is made with pork or chicken bone stock. This white and creamy soup is said to be the most prestigious most difficult to create. Tonkotsu ramen is widely known as the product of Kyushu, the third largest island of Japan. Miso, or soybean paste, ramen has a distinctive flavor. This heavy, brown broth commonly contains nori and many other typical ramen toppings. Tonkotsu and miso ramen are commonly considered, heavy. A quick Internet search would turn up dozens upon dozens of ramen recipes, but many who have attempted to recreate ramen in their own kitchen advise to save yourself the time and frustration by visiting the local ramenya instead. Check out MCCS Tours+ for excursions to local restaurants like ramenya, or try your hand at creating your own at a grocery store tour via Marine and Family Programs-Resources.
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nly a few miles from Camp Hansen lies Kin Blue Beach, a 700-meter stretch of white sand and pristine ocean. On Saturday, July 11, join MCCS to enjoy this beautiful feat of nature at the Kin Blue Beach Bash from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. The day will be filled with kayak races, banana boat rides, treasure hunts, snorkeling, food booths and FREE entertainment. Or if you’re looking for a challenge, try your hand at one of the game booths or compete against your friends at the chip-shot golf challenge, horseshoes or a rousing game of Cornhole. It’s the ultimate beach day—without having to drag along a heap of beach gear. Due to limited parking at Kin Blue Beach, DoD personnel must park at designated areas on Camp Hansen and ride the FREE shuttle to the event site. The Beach Bash is open to all DoD ID card holders and Japanese citizens. For details, please visit mccsokinawa.com/festivals or call 645-5828.
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New Parent Home Support
ecoming a new parent comes with fears, uncertainties and lots of questions. Sometimes you need help. The New Parent Support Program provides help to families coping with the stress of isolation, pre-deployment, postdeployment and the everyday demands of parenthood. And with at-home support, help has never been easier to find. The New Parent Support Program’s team of nurses and licensed clinicians will visit parents in the comfort of their home or an off-site location to offer education and support during the pivotal first 6 weeks of life. This program is available to assist in the trails of parenting such
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To learn more, call the New Parent Support Program at 645-0396 or visit mccsokinawa.com/npsp.
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mccsevents&happenings Basic Japanese for Children* July 6 & July 7, 1:30–3 p.m. MFP-R, Camp Kinser 645-2104 FREE *Pre-registration required
Money Management Workshop July 7, 8:30–11:30 a.m. Education Center, Camp Kinser 645-2104 FREE
Personal Readiness Seminar* July 8, 8 a.m.–noon Education Center, Camp Schwab 645-3151 FREE *Pre-registration required
Smooth Move Workshop July 6, 8 a.m.–noon Community Center, Camp Foster 645-2104 FREE
Credit Report & Credit Score Analysis July 7, Noon–2 p.m. Education Center, Camp Kinser 645-2104 FREE
Career Assessment July 9, 1–4 p.m. MFP-R, Camp Foster 645-2104 FREE
Ace the Interview Workshop July 6, 8:30–11:30 a.m. MFP-R, Camp Foster 645-2104 FREE
Ace the Interview Workshop July 8, 1–4 p.m. MFP-R, Camp Schwab 645-2104 FREE
Transition Readiness Seminar July 6–10, 7 a.m.–4:30 p.m. MFP-R, Camp Hansen 645-3151 FREE
Various Camps
Typhoon Motors Kenwood Sale
Other FREE Media:
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July 15 Save big on Kenwood audio/visual products for your car. mccsokinawa.com/typhoonmotors
Through July Sealed bids will be accepted at Bldg. 5618 on Camp Foster, Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. MCCS Supply 645-3089
Camp Foster
Various Camps
July 23 Discover positive ways to deal with the challenges of growing up in the military. Open to ages 12 to 17. Registration required. MCFTB 645-3689
Earn up to an additional $525 for being a Semper Fit lifeguard. MCCS Human Resources 645-3052
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ryan vs. courtney
japanese phrase of the week
The Great Outdoors
C Kyou wa tanoshikatta. I had a good time today.
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For details about FREE Japanese language classes, please call Marine & Family Programs– Resources at 645-2104/2106.
ourtney: I went hiking near Nago and felt like I was on the set for Jurassic World. I had no idea such lush locales were on this island. Ryan: Where did you go? C: A trail that led to Fukugawa Falls. It was a little tricky to find and the trailhead wasn’t well-marked, but half the fun is sometimes finding the way. It makes me feel like I’m on a treasure hunt. You take Route 58 toward Nago. Turn right at the sign directing you to Haneji Dam. Then turn left just past the radio tower. Turn right at the small stone shrine and follow the road until you come to an awkward T-intersection. Make a right here and about 20 meters to your left will be the chained off
trailhead. Do you know of any other places I could explore? R: Fukugawa Falls is a fun trail. A couple other ones I’ve heard of are Aha Falls and Tadake Falls. Tadake Falls is past Nago. Take Route 58 up to Henan Bridge. Immediately after crossing the bridge, take a right. If you continue down this road, you will see a house with a gray concrete wall—across from that is a spot for you to park. There will be a sign in Japanese that says Tadake Falls. Aha Falls is also past Nago. To get there, go a little past Okuma and turn right onto Route 2. Keep going until you are able to turn right onto Route 70. Go about 3.5 kilometers and you’ll come across a sign for the trail.
C: Are there any other jungle creatures I should be on the lookout for while hiking up north? R: Did you see any Yanbaru Kuina (Okinawan rail)? They’re an endangered species of flightless bird with red feet. The Ryukyu Spiny Rat is another endangered species. They look more like mice than rats. You might also find the largest beetle in Japan, the Gold Beetle. C: I saw a Yanbaru Kuina for a fleeting moment while it was crossing the road. I’d like to see one in an asphalt-free setting. I didn’t see any rat-mice or golden beetles. I was too busy looking out for spider webs to avoid on my hike. But next time I’ll keep my eyes to the ground.
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off-base events get out and explore.
Moon Beach Luau July 4–5, 10 a.m. Hotel Moon Beach Okinawa Onna Village FREE Eisa Night July 4, 7:30 p.m. Koza Music Town Okinawa City FREE Tanbo Festa July 5, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Nature Future Hall Kin Town ¥300–¥1,000
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adventure begins here. Hiji Falls & Okuma July 4, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Adults $23, Children (3–11) $16, (under 3) FREE Enjoy a hike to Hiji Falls and work up an appetite. Then stop by Okuma for a late lunch.
Yanbaru Mangrove Kayaking July 5, 7 a.m.–2:30 p.m. Adults $55, Children (6–12) $33 Get your muscles moving while enjoying the beautiful nature and scenary, kayaking for approximately two-and-a-half hours.
Okinawa West Coast Tour July 6, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Adults $44, Children (6–12) $26, (3–5) $11, (under 3) FREE Visit Cape Manzamo, one of the most beautiful and scenic spots on Okinawa. Then enjoy a lunch buffet at Okinawa Marriott Resort. Last stop will be at the Okinawa Sweets Factory for dessert.
Kerama Islands Snorkeling Tour July 4, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Adults $73, Children (4–11) $41 Grab your fins and get ready for some fun! Tour includes boat ride to two snorkeling spots in the Kerama Islands.
ORCA Sub-ship & Lunch Buffet July 5, 10:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Adults $53, Children (6–12) $41, (3–5) $11, (under 3) FREE View spectacular Okinawan sea life from the comfort of a Sub-ship followed by lunch at The Nest Hotel and an afternoon of shopping on Kokusai Street.
Sunset BBQ Dinner Cruise July 10, 4–8:30 p.m. Adults $56, Children (6–12) $49, (3–5) $27, (under 3) FREE Enjoy a beautiful Okinawan sunset and a delicious BBQ dinner from the upper deck.
*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 637-2744 | USN Hospital Branch 646-7013
Clockwise from the top left: courtesy of Hotel Moon Beach Okinawa, Thomas Alan Smilie
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Sailboats docked at Kadena Marina.
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spotlight
Junior Open Golf Championship
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he best way to excel at golf is to start young. For some of us it’s too late to turn back the clock, but junior golfers have time on their side. Taiyo Golf Club is hosting the perfect platform for some friendly competition for young golfers—the Junior Open Championship. On July 11 and 12, Taiyo Golf Club will host the annual Junior Open Championship for all golfers ages 7 to 18. This tournament will consist
of 36-hole play and no handicaps. There will be three divisions for boys and girls, and crystal trophies will be awarded to the top three winners in each flight. Flights are divided by age, from 15 to 18, 11 to 14 and 7 to 10. Golfers in the 11 to 14 age group may compete in the 15 to 18 class if they feel they have the ability. For more information, contact Taiyo Golf Club at 622-2004/2006 or visit mccsokinawa.com.golf.
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upcoming semperfitevents movieschedule 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
6-on-6 Soccer Tournament July 10–12 Camp Courtney Semper Fit Fitness Center Register at any MCCS fitness center by 1 p.m. on July 6 for $95 per team. This event is open to participants island-wide. Team and individual awards will be given to first, second and third place teams. Tournament brackets and rules will be emailed to participants. Details: 622-7297. Flag Football Tournament July 10–12 Camp Kinser Fitness Center Register at any MCCS fitness center by 1 p.m. on July 6 for $95 per team. This event is open to participants island-wide. Team and individual awards will be given to first, second and third place teams. Tournament brackets and rules will be emailed to participants. Details: 637-1869. Racquetball Tournament July 17–19 Camp Foster Gunners Fitness Center Register at any MCCS fitness center by 1 p.m. on July 13 for $10 or onsite after July 13 for $15. This event is open to participants island-wide. Team and individual awards will be given to first, second and third place winners. Tournament schedule and rules will be emailed to participants. Details: 645-3003.
CAMP KINSER
CAMP COURTNEY
Thursday, July 2 CLOSED
Thursday, July 2 CLOSED
Friday, July 3 Terminator Genisys (PG 13) 3D 6:30 p.m.
Friday, July 3 Terminator Genisys (PG 13) 6 p.m. Magic Mike XXL (R) 9 p.m.
Saturday, July 4 Terminator Genisys (PG 13) 3 p.m. Magic Mike XXL (R) 6:30 p.m. Sunday, July 5 Max (PG) 1 p.m. Terminator Genisys (PG 13) 3D 3:30 p.m. Magic Mike XXL (R) 6:30 p.m.
Monday, July 6 Magic Mike XXL (R) 7 p.m.
Tuesday, July 7 Magic Mike XXL (R) 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, July 7 CLOSED
Wednesday, July 8 CLOSED
Wednesday, July 8 Inside Out (PG) 3 p.m. Hot Pursuit (PG 13) 7 p.m.
MCAS FUTENMA
CAMP HANSEN
Thursday, July 2 CLOSED
Thursday, July 2 Poltergeist (PG 13) 7 p.m.
Friday, July 3 Terminator Genisys (PG 13) 3D 6:30 p.m.
Friday, July 3 Terminator Genisys (PG 13) 6:30 p.m. Magic Mike XXL (R) 10 p.m.
Saturday, July 4 Terminator Genisys (PG 13) 4 p.m. 7:15 p.m. (3D)
Monday, July 6 Poltergeist (PG 13) 6:30 p.m.
Turbo Kickboxing Kick start your day with this high intensity, invigorating class. Shadow box and kick your stress away!
For a full class schedule, visit schedule mccsokinawa.com/wellness.
weeklyhealthtip Nuts, in general, are known as a “health food” but their direct effect on athletic performance has never been studied until now. Athletes ate three ounces of nuts before and during training, and found that their 75km bike time slowed by nearly 5% after two weeks of pistachio consumption. Although the nut is known for aiding oxidative stress, the study found that pre-exercise pistachios increased stress during training and led to mitochondrial dysfunction.
Sunday, July 5 Max (PG) 3 p.m. Terminator Genisys (PG 13) 6 p.m.
Monday, July 6 Terminator Genisys (PG 13) 6:30 p.m.
Sunday, July 5 Magic Mike XXL (R) 4 p.m. Terminator Genisys (PG 13) 7 p.m.
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Saturday, July 4 Inside Out (PG) 3 p.m. Terminator Genisys (PG 13) 3D 6 p.m.
Tuesday, July 7 CLOSED Wednesday, July 8 CLOSED
Saturday, July 4 Terminator Genisys (PG 13) 6 p.m. Magic Mike XXL (R) 9:30 p.m. Sunday, July 5 Terminator Genisys (PG 13) 3D 3:30 p.m. Magic Mike XXL (R) 7 p.m. Monday, July 6 Ted 2 (R) 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 7 Magic Mike XXL (R) 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 8 Terminator Genisys (PG 13) 7 p.m.
CAMP FOSTER
CAMP SCHWAB
Thursday, July 2 Max (PG) 1 p.m. Poltergeist (PG 13) 3D 4 p.m. Ted 2 (R) 7 p.m.
Thursday, July 2 CLOSED
Friday, July 3 Terminator Genisys (PG 13) 6 p.m. midnight (3D) Magic Mike XXL (R) 9 p.m. Saturday, July 4 Inside Out (PG) noon Terminator Genisys (PG 13) 3 p.m. 6 p.m. (3D) Poltergeist (PG 13) 3D 9 p.m. Magic Mike XXL (R) midnight Sunday, July 5 Inside Out (PG) 1 p.m. Terminator Genisys (PG 13) 4 p.m. Magic Mike XXL (R) 7 p.m. Monday July, 6 Terminator Genisys (PG 13) 3D 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 7 Max (PG) 1 p.m. Terminator Genisys (PG 13) 4 p.m. Magic Mike XXL (R) 7 p.m.
Friday, July 3 Terminator Genisys (PG 13) 6 p.m. (3D) 9:30 p.m. Saturday, July 4 Terminator Genisys (PG 13) 6 p.m. (3D) 9:30 p.m. Sunday, July 5 Magic Mike XXL (R) 4 p.m. Terminator Genisys (PG 13) 7 p.m. Monday, July 6 Magic Mike XXL (R) 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 7 Terminator Genisys (PG 13) 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 8 CLOSED
Wednesday, July 8 Poltergeist (PG 13) 3D 7 p.m.
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