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September 10, 2015 • mccsokinawa.com
okinawalivingweekly Bigger Burgers are Better
Get a Job
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ne is more human when eating a burger. It’s the closest you get to the call of the wild. It doesn’t take a complex palate to appreciate a burger. A real burger. A Bulldogs Burger. A Bulldogs Burger overtakes you—not the other way around—until you accept that this is a burger with purpose. If you decide to include sides, clear at least half a day in your schedule. Side items include chili cheese fries, cheeseburger salad, cup of chili and more. Every menu item can be made into a set with your choice of sweet potato fries, French fries, onion pedals and a drink. There is something for every class of burger admirer—
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from the standard Original Bulldogs Burger, the jawstretching Double Stack, the Mushroom and Swiss for the erudite, or, if you’re not in the mood for a burger, go for the Leatherneck Hot Dog or Chicken Sandwich. All burgers are hand-crafted with 100% beef. Each hearty menu item is bold, fearless, and like all great food, simple. It’s America between two fresh-made toasted buns. Bulldogs Burgers can be found at Surfside on Camp Kinser, Bayview on Camp Courtney and Thirsty’s on MCAS Futenma. Check mccsokinawa.com/clubs for more details.
Living at Large: HITT Finals | 3 Culture Corner: Shapely Watermelons | 5 Japanese Phrase of the Week | 5 Off Base Events: Hokkaido Product Fair | 7
ooking for work? Well, what better place to be than the largest military community job fair on island? The 2015 MCCS Community Job Fair will take place September 18 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Camp Foster Community Center. This event will feature several organizations actively recruiting for employment, including one of the best employers on island—MCCS. MCCS Okinawa is one of the largest employers and sources of Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) jobs on the island, offering careers ranging from sports coordinators, lifeguards, athletic center complex managers, executive chefs and recreation assistants to club managers, childcare service providers, writers/editors, IT technicians and more. The 2015 MCCS Community Job Fair is open to DoD family members, transitioning military members and anyone else eligible for SOFA employment. Participants should bring their resumes. For details, visit mccsokinawa.com/ jobs, facebook.com/mccsokinawa. jobs or call 645-3052.
Photo of the Week | 7 Spotlight: Butler Officers’ Club Reopening | 9 Movie Schedule | 11 Class of the Week: Body Bar | 11
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Who is the Ultimate Athlete?
his is not your ordinary fitness competition. There have been three rounds of competition so far to discover the best functional athletes Okinawa has to offer. Marines have gone through a series of High Intensity Tactical Training (HITT) moves to test overall fitness and combat readiness. HITT is a combat-specific strength and conditioning program that is essential to a Marine’s physical development, combat readiness and resiliency. Different components of training are utilized to acquire superior speed, power, strength endurance and overall combat readiness while reducing the likelihood of injury. LCpl Johnny Denton and SSgt
Trista Kirkland won the semi-final rounds at Camp Foster on July 29 and are heading to 29 Palms in
California to compete for the title of Ultimate Tactical Athlete on September 16.
mccsevents&happenings Teen & Tween Program September 11, 5–6 p.m. Library, Camp Courtney 622-9280
Survival Japanese Language September 14, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Education Center, MCAS Futenma 645-2104
Career Assessment September 15, 8:30–11:30 a.m. MFP-R, Camp Hansen 645-2104
Federal Government Employment Process Workshop September 11, 8:30–11:30 a.m. MFP-R, Camp Schwab 645-2104
Smooth Move Workshop September 14, 8 a.m.–noon Community Center, Camp Foster 645-2104
Job Fair Success September 17, 10–11 a.m. MFP-R, Camp Foster 645-2104
Resume Writing Workshop September 14, 8:30–11:30 a.m. MFP-R, Camp Courtney 645-2104
Building Apps for iPhone & iPad September 28, 5 p.m. Library, Camp Foster 645-7178
Teen Book Club September 13, 3–4 p.m. Library, Camp Foster 645-7178
CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER | Jim Kassebaum MANAGING EDITOR | Ryan Anastoplus ART DIRECTOR | Corrinne McKenna CULTURAL RESEARCH SPECIALIST | Ayako Kawamitsu GRAPHIC ARTS MANAGER | Henry Ortega GRAPHIC DESIGNERS | Margie Shimabukuro, Lisa Miyagi, Kelli Davis, Hector Nieves, Catherine Newquist EDITOR-IN-CHIEF | Mike Daley PHOTOGRAPHER | Thomas Alan Smilie AD/SPONSORSHIP MANAGER | Roy Forster AD SALES | Yoshihiro Shinzato, Aya Chilcote, Yoriko Yamashiro, Carina Fils-Julien, Lisa Hicks DISTRIBUTION | Gideon Juko, Sho Vivas MARKETING ACCOUNTS MANAGER | Andrew Menges ACCOUNTS & RESEARCH | Amanda Bakun, Megan Milovich, Katherine Melrose, Kayla Christen, Jenessa Reutov, Jennifer Dowd BROADCAST | Victor Mercado, Kathlene Millette, Gabriel Archer Questions? Comments? Please e-mail OLW@okinawa.usmc-mccs.org To advertise in Okinawa Living Weekly, call 645-2245, fax 645-0975, or email sales@okinawa.usmc-mccs.org. MCCS is not responsible for designing and editing outside ads. No Department of Defense, U.S. Marine Corps or Marine Corps Community Services endorsement of commercial advertisers or sponsors implied.
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Every last Thursday of the month Enjoy karaoke, clowns and prizes from Mattel and Moon Ocean Ginowan. Surfside 637-3137
MCCS Motor Transportation is seeking motor vehicle operators to support Marine Corps Community Services’ mission. MotorTransportation Office 645-7772
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Super Family Night at Surfside
Camp Hansen
Monster Trike Nights
September 11 & October 9 Individual and two-person team adult tricycle races— with prizes for the fastest team and individual. The Palms 623-4093
Drivers Wanted
Camp Foster
Comic Con Volunteers Wanted
October 17 Be a part of the biggest comic and pop culture event of the year. All volunteers receive a Comic Con Okinawa T-shirt. facebook.com/comicconokinawa
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japanese phrase
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Shapely Watermelons
F Watashi wa bejitarian desu. I am a vegetarian.
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For details about FREE Japanese language classes, please call Marine & Family Programs– Resources at 645-2104/2106.
ood is as much art as it is sustenance—it’s judged on its taste and presentation, with chefs and agriculturalists priding themselves on the artistry and taste of their food. One Japanese farmer, Hiroichi Kurumida, took this a step further in ways that most people might find unnecessary. Mr. Kurumida comes from Kumamato, Japan, where he runs the family watermelon business. In 2006, Hiroichi’s neighbor joked how
it would be neat if a heart-shaped watermelon existed. At first, Hiroichi thought nothing of this, and saw the naturally round watermelon as the only shape that should exist. Eventually, his curiosity led him to research the possibilities of a heartshaped melon. Hiroichi began his quest with a heart-shaped mold designed to shape young watermelons into hearts as they mature. At first Mr. Kurumida was able to create his desired heart-shape,
but when he tasted it, he learned the melon was not ripe. It took three years using different types of melons to achieve his goal of a perfectly delicious, yet heart-shaped watermelon. In the spring, you can find these sweet heart watermelons at supermarkets across Japan, but you may want to wait (and save) for a special occasion: Mr. Kimura’s edible art sells for the price of $250 to $350.
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off-base events get out and explore.
Hokkaido Product Fair September 10–13, 10 a.m.–8 p.m. Department Store RYUBO Naha City FREE Uruma City Eisa Festival September 12–13, 4–9 p.m. Yonashiro Athletic Park Uruma City FREE Ginowan Youth Eisa Festival September 12–13, 5–9 p.m. Ginowan Civic Square Ginowan City FREE
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adventure begins here. Northern Highlights* September 19, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Adults $39, Children (3–12) $24 (under 3) FREE Visit Nago Pineapple Winery, Nago Glass Factory and the Orion Beer Factory. Enjoy a buffet lunch at Yanbaru Ikoi no Mura.
Battle Sites* September 20, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Adults $28, Children (3–11) $18, (under 3) FREE Visit the Battle of Okinawa Historical Society’s museum on Camp Kinser. Explore the Japanese Naval Underground Headquarters and end the day at Peace Prayer Park.
Japanese Tea Ceremony* September 25, 10 a.m. –4 p.m. Adults $35, Children (3–11) $28, (under 3) FREE Experience a traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony. After tea, have lunch and go shopping on Kokusai Street.
Yanbaru Mangrove Kayaking* September 19, 8 a.m.–3:30 pm 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.
Expo Park & Aquarium* September 20, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Adult $37, Children (16–17) $32, (12–15) $26, (6–11) $22, (under 6) FREE Head to Expo Park where you can visit Okinawa’s four-story Churaumi Aquarium and watch a free dolphin show, visit an Okinawan Village or relax on Emerald Beach.
Shuri Castle Mid‐Autumn Celebration* September 26, 5 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Adults $23, Children (3–11) $16 (under 3) FREE Tour the only fully reconstructed castle on Okinawa during the Annual Autumn Festival. See traditional Ryukyu dances and enjoy the festivities.
*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 | U.S. Naval Hospital 646-7013
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Goats, or yagi as they are known in Japan, can be found on almost every part of Okinawa. Not only are they popular for their milk, cheese and meat, but they are also popular attractions at places like Bios on the Hill, Fruits Land, Neo Park and the Okinawa Zoo.
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spotlight Butler Officers’ Club Reopening
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ith Okinapa and the Marine Corps Ball season just around the corner, attendees will enjoy a newly renovated Butler Officers’ Club. Located on Plaza Housing, the Butler Officers’ Club has been closed for renovation since the end of June. The club’s refreshed facilities will debut with the return of their awardwinning Sunday Brunch (10 a.m. to
2 p.m.) on September 13. Prices for Sunday brunch are $17 for adults, $8.50 for children (5–11) and FREE for children under 5. Other dining events such as Mongolian Night (5 to 9 p.m.) will have its homecoming on September 23 and Family Night (5 to 9 p.m.) will resume on september 24. For more information, call 645-7530 or visit mccsokinawa.com/boc.
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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
6-on-6 Soccer September 18 Camp Courtney Ironworks Register at any MCCS fitness center by 1 p.m. on September 14 for $95. This event is open to participants island wide. Awards will be given to first, second and third place finishers. Details: 622-7297.
Open Softball Tournament September 18–20 Camp Foster Gunners Fitness Center Register at any MCCS fitness center by 1 p.m. on September 14 for $95 ($120 for female division). This event is open to participants island wide. Awards will be given to first, second and third place finishers. Tournament schedule and rules will be e-mailed to each participant. Details: 645-3003/4866.
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
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Open Wrestling Competition September 19 Camp Schwab Power Dome Register at any MCCS fitness center by 1 p.m. on September 14 for $10 or onsite for $15. This event is open to participants island wide. Awards will be given to first, second and third place finishers in each weight class. Details: 625-2654.
Body Bar
This great class is fast-paced, high-energy and packed with upper and lower-body movements that include weights and cardio. For a full class schedule, visit schedule mccsokinawa.com/wellness.
movieschedule CAMP KINSER
CAMP FOSTER
Thursday, September 10 CLOSED
Thursday, September 10 Straight Outta Compton (R) 7 p.m.
Friday, September 11 The Perfect Guy (PG 13) 6:30 p.m.
Friday, September 11 The Perfect Guy (PG 13) 6 p.m., 9 p.m., midnight
Saturday, September 12 Mission: Impossible–Rogue Nation (PG 13) 3 p.m. The Perfect Guy (PG 13) 6:30 p.m. Sunday, September 13 Mr. Holmes (PG) 1 p.m. The Perfect Guy (PG 13) 3:30 p.m. Vacation (R) 6:30 p.m. Monday, September 14 The Perfect Guy (PG 13) 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, September 15 No Escape (R) 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, September 12 Inside Out (PG) noon Mission: Impossible–Rogue Nation (PG 13) 3 p.m. The Perfect Guy (PG 13) 6 p.m., 9 p.m. No Escape (R) midnight Sunday, September 13 Inside Out (PG) 1 p.m. The Perfect Guy (PG 13) 4 p.m., 7 p.m. Monday, September 14 The Perfect Guy (PG 13) 7 p.m.
Wednesday, September 16 CLOSED
Tuesday, September 15 Mission: Impossible–Rogue Nation (PG 13) 7 p.m.
MCAS FUTENMA
Wednesday, September 16 The Perfect Guy (PG 13) 7 p.m.
Thursday, September 10 CLOSED
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Friday, September 11 No Escape (R) 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, September 10 CLOSED
Saturday, September 12 Southpaw (R) 4 p.m. No Escape (R) 7 p.m.
Friday, September 11 CLOSED
Sunday, September 13 No Escape (R) 4 p.m. Straight Outta Compton (R) 7 p.m. Monday, September 14 The Perfect Guy (PG 13) 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, September 15 CLOSED Wednesday, September 16 CLOSED
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Saturday, September 12 Inside Out (PG) noon Ant-Man (PG 13) 2:15 p.m. Minions (PG) 4:50 p.m. Mission: Impossible–Rogue Nation (PG 13) 7:15 p.m. The Perfect Guy (PG 13) 10:05 p.m. Sunday, September 13 Inside Out (PG) noon Southpaw (R) 2:10 p.m. The Perfect Guy (PG 13) 4:50 p.m., 7:10 p.m.
Monday, September 14 The Perfect Guy (PG 13) 5 p.m. No Escape (R) 7:15 p.m.
Sunday, September 13 The Perfect Guy (PG 13) 3:30 p.m. Hitman: Agent 47 (R) 7 p.m.
Tuesday, September 15 Hitman: Agent 47 (R) 5 p.m. The Perfect Guy (PG 13) 7:25 p.m.
Monday, September 14 Straight Outta Compton (R) 6 p.m.
Wednesday, September 16 Pixels (PG 13) 5:30 p.m. Paper Towns (PG 13) 7:40 p.m.
CAMP COURTNEY Thursday, September 10 CLOSED Friday, September 11 The Perfect Guy (PG 13) 6 p.m., 9 p.m. Saturday, September 12 Ant-Man (PG 13) 3 p.m. The Perfect Guy (PG 13) 6 p.m. Sunday, September 13 Mr. Holmes (PG) 3 p.m. The Perfect Guy (PG 13) 6 p.m.
Tuesday, September 15 Insidious Chapter 3 (PG 13) 7 p.m. Wednesday September 16 Hitman: Agent 47 (R) 7 p.m.
CAMP SCHWAB Thursday, September 10 CLOSED Friday, September 11 The Perfect Guy (PG 13) 6 p.m. No Escape (R) 9 p.m. Saturday, September 12 The Perfect Guy (PG 13) 6 p.m. No Escape (R) 9 p.m.
Monday, September 14 Paper Towns (PG 13) 7 p.m.
Sunday, September 13 The Perfect Guy (PG 13) 4 p.m. Mission: Impossible–Rogue Nation (PG 13) 7 p.m.
Tuesday, September 15 CLOSED
Monday, September 14 Southpaw (R) 7 p.m.
Wednesday, September 16 Southpaw (R) 7 p.m.
Tuesday, September 15 Hit Man: Agent 47 (R) 7 p.m.
CAMP HANSEN
Wednesday, September 16 CLOSED
Thursday, September 10 Pixels (PG 13) 7 p.m. Friday, September 11 The Perfect Guy (PG 13) 6:30 p.m. Southpaw (R) 10 p.m. Saturday, September 12 The Perfect Guy (PG 13) 6 p.m. Southpaw (R) 9:30 p.m.
Movie schedule is subject to change. For the latest updates visit shopmyexchange.com.