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September 17, 2015 • mccsokinawa.com
okinawalivingweekly Okinawa: Diving Mecca
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kinawa has a reputation as one of the best dive locales in the world. Whether you’re a master diver or a recreational snorkeler, the waters of Okinawa offer something for everyone. If you’re not yet certified, getting a PADI certification is easy as ever through Tsunami SCUBA’s many courses. Once you’re certified to dive, it’s time to explore the underwater world of Okinawa. Here are some of the best dive sites to start your journeys: Junkyard: The Junkyard is home to a fertile coral kingdom and diverse marine animal life. It’s not uncommon for divers to come across octopus, eel, anemone, clownfish, angelfish, parrotfish, sergeant majors and a lot more. Maeda Point: Maeda Point is your own personal aquarium, with loads of chromis, eels, tube worms,
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anemone, clownfish, lionfish, schools of squid and even the occasional turtle. Before suiting up, check the conditions at Maeda. Don’t dive if the surf exceeds two feet. The stairs from the parking lot lead to about 15 feet above the waterline. At this point, you’ll have to climb down the cliff’s limestone rock before reaching the water. Save some energy for the exit and the climb back up. Channel Crevasses: Here, visibility reaches over 150 feet. The nooks and crannies in the rocks make for a natural dwelling place for crab and lobster. Sea turtles lay their eggs in a protected area on the beach. Beyond the reef you can see cones, turbans, augers and other shellfish. Beware of strong rip currents during extreme tidal changes. Directions to these dive sites and others can be found online at mccsokinawa.com/tsunamiscuba.
Living at Large: Teen Center Open House | 3 Culture Corner: Etiquette for Dining Out | 5 Japanese Phrase of the Week | 5 Off Base Events: III MEF & Japanese Army Concert | 7
hile social media is a great way to document your adventures for your friends and family, putting your personal information online can make you vulnerable to social media attacks. Identity theft, falling victim to a social engineer and opening yourself up to attacks that are targeted at military families can be an unintended consequence of sharing information about your family online. Marine Corps Family Team Building offers several classes on social media safety. The Safe Social Networking class will be on September 22 from 8:30 to 11 a.m. and shows you how to manage your online presence to keep you safe. MCFTB also offers a monthly Personally Identifiable Information/Operational Security (PII/OPSEC) class that gives real world examples to show you the importance of online safety. These classes are open to both active-duty service members and families. For more information or to register, visit mccsokianwa.com/mcftb or contact your FRO.
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Teen Center Open House
CCS Teen Centers provide a variety of open recreational activities and programs for middle and high school students ages 13 to 18. Teen Center activities bolster life skills, provide career preparation and help build foundations based on attributes such as mentoring, citizenship and leadership. All Teen programs are affiliated with the Boys and Girls Clubs of America and expand youth and teen development opportunities. But what does all that exactly mean? If you’d still like to learn more or are debating on joining the Teen Center, this event is for you. Come to the Camp Foster Teen Center Open House from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on September 25 to see if the Teen Cen-
ters have anything to offer you. All your questions will be answered and all of your requests and suggestions will be heard. This is your opportunity to join us as we move forward to
bring the Foster Teen Center to the next level. We’ll see you there. For details, visit mccsokinawa. com/youthandteen or call the Foster Teen Center at 645-1004.
mccsevents&happenings Teen & Tween Program September 18, 5–6 p.m. Library, Camp Kinser 637-1039
Preschool Storytime September 21, 11–11:30 a.m. Library, Camp Kinser 637-1039
Gift Box Making September 24, 9:30–11:30 a.m. MFP-R, Camp Courtney 645-2104
Strong Military Couples September 18, 6–8 p.m. MCFTB, Camp Foster 645-3689
Ace the Interview Workshop September 22, 1–4 p.m. MFP-R, Camp Kinser 645-2104
Survival Japanese Language September 18, 11:30 a.m. –12:30 p.m. MFP-R, Camp Schwab 645-2104
Federal Resume Writing Workshop September 23, 8:30–11:30 a.m. MFP-R, Camp Hansen 645-2014
Federal Resume Writing Workshop September 24, 8:30–11:30 a.m. MFP-R, Camp Kinser 645-2104 It’s All About You September 25, 5:30–7:30 p.m. MCFTB, Camp Foster 645-3689
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Teen Olympics
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October 8 Teens will participate in a number of sports over three weeks. Teen Center 645-1004
Camp Foster
Military Community Job Fair
September 18, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Bring your resume and meet your future employer. mccsokinawa.com/jobs
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Decorate a California Sunshine milk carton or jug to look like a superhero and share your creation on the Comic Con Facebook page by October 15. facebook.com/comicconokinawa
October 1, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Spread awareness and discover different supporting agencies within the military and out in the community for ADHD. EFMP 645-9237
Comic Con California Sunshine Superhero Contest
ADHD Resource Fair
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Where’s the toilet? Toire wa doko desu ka?
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For details about FREE Japanese language classes, please call Marine & Family Programs–Resources at 645-2104/2106.
Etiquette for Dining Out
he first step to having a successful Japanese dining experience begins with learning proper etiquette. The first thing you may notice when walking into many restaurants are the seating options. While a majority of restaurants in Japan offer Western style tables and chairs, in many traditional restaurants, they also offer zashiki, which are low tables accompanied by pillows for sitting on the floor. Don’t forget to remove your shoes if you choose this style of seating. After you have been seated, you will be greeted and receive a wet towel—oshibori, which is used to wash your hands before eating. If you are not already given chopsticks, there will usually be available in a box on the table. Some uses of chopsticks can be offensive to others, so pay attention to how you are using them. For example,
do not use your chopsticks as a toy, do not stand them upright in a bowl of rice, do not pass food to another person with them, do not stab your food, do not use them to pull dishes closer, do not lick the ends of them and do not lay them across your bowl when you’re finished. When you are done eating, simply lay them down in front of you.
After your food is served, the server will usually lay the bill face down on the table. When you are ready to pay, take your bill to the cashier near the exit as it is not common to pay at your table. Tipping is not a standard in Japan and can be perceived as an insult if you try to do so. Just say “gochisosama deshita” (thank you for the meal), and enjoy your full belly.
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off-base events get out and explore.
III MEF & Japanese Army Combined Band Concert September 19, 7 p.m. Okinawa Civic Hall, Okinawa City FREE Ishikawa Festival September 19–20, 4–9 p.m. Ishikawa Athletic Park, Uruma City FREE BJ League Basketball Tournament Ryukyu Golden Kings vs. Hitachi Sunrockers September 19, 7 p.m. September 20, 6 p.m. Tomishiro City Gym, Tomishiro City Call Tours+ for tickets.
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adventure begins here. Battle Sites Tour* September 20, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Adults $28, Children (3–11) $18, (under 3) FREE Visit the Battle of Okinawa Historical Society 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. Adult $35, Children (3–11) $28, (under 3) FREE Experience a traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony. After tea, have lunch and go shopping on Kokusai Street.
Hiji Falls & Okuma* September 26, 8:30–5 p.m. Adults $23, Children (3–11) $16, (under 3) FREE Enjoy a hike to Hiji Falls and work up an appetite to enjoy a lunch at Okuma afterwards.
Expo Park & Aquarium* September 20, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Adults $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 Mid‐Autumn Celebration* September 26, 5–9:30 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.
Kerama Snorkeling September 27, 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.
*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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Have a light lunch and take some pottery home with you at Café Doka Doka. The café even offers a pottery class that the owner himself provides. To get there, take the expressway to exit six. Follow Rt. 73 until you reach the Hwy. 58 bypass. Take the bypass and the café will be on your right. Google map link: http://goo.gl/1zOZjx
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he House of Laughs is set to deliver yet another comedic act to make our sides split this month as funnymen Grant Lyon and Brendan Lynch come to spread their brand of comedy from September 22 to 26 at camps across Okinawa. The performances will take place September 22 at the Globe & Anchor inside Ocean Breeze on Camp Foster, September 23 at the BeachHead on Camp Schwab, September 24 at Thirsty’s on MCAS Futenma,
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September 25 at Surfside on Camp Kinser and September 26 at The Palms on Camp Hansen. House of Laughs is a free event open to all DoD ID card holders and authorized guests ages 18 and older. The shows may contain some explicit, adult-oriented language. All shows start at 9 p.m. For more information, call MCCS Entertainment at 645-5821 or visit mccsokinawa. com/entertainment.
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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
Open Bike Race September 27 Camp Kinser Fitness Center Register at any MCCS fitness center by 1 p.m. on September 21 for $20. This event is open to participants island wide. Awards will be given to first, second and third place finishers in each division. Details: 637-1869.
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 Basketball Tournament September 25–27 MCAS Futenma Semper Fit Fitness Center Register at any MCCS fitness center by 1 p.m. on September 21 for $95. 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 emailed to each participant. Details: 636-3672.
Gunners Open Basketball League October 2–31 Camp Foster Gunners Fitness Center Register at any MCCS fitness center by 1 p.m. on September 21 for $150. This event is open to participants island wide. Awards will be given to first, second and third place teams. League schedule and rules will be emailed to each participant. Details: 645-3003/3985.
TRX Training
This class incorporates the TRX suspension training system which focuses on building functional fitness. OUTDOOR CLASS (rain or shine). For a full class schedule, visit mccsokinawa.com/wellness.
movieschedule CAMP KINSER
CAMP FOSTER
Thursday, September 17 CLOSED
Thursday, September 17 Mission: Impossible Rogue Nation (PG 13) 7 p.m.
Friday, September 18 Black Mass (R) 6:30 p.m. Saturday, September 19 Maze Runner: The Scorch Trails (PG 13) 3 p.m. Black Mass (R) 6:30 p.m. Sunday, September 20 Paper Towns (PG 13) 1 p.m. Maze Runner: The Scorch Trails (PG 13) 3:30 p.m. Black Mass (R) 6:30 p.m.
Friday, September 18 Maze Runner: The Scorch Trails (PG 13) 6 p.m. Black Mass (R) 9 p.m., midnight Saturday, September 19 Pixels 3D (PG 13) noon Maze Runner: The Scorch Trails (PG 13) 3 p.m., midnight Black Mass (R) 6 p.m., 9 p.m.
Monday, September 21 Maze Runner: The Scorch Trails (PG 13) 6:30 p.m.
Sunday, September 20 Pixels 3D (PG 13) 1 p.m. Maze Runner: The Scorch Trails (PG 13) 4 p.m. Black Mass (R) 7 p.m.
Tuesday, September 22 Black Mass (R) 6:30 p.m.
Monday, September 21 Maze Runner: The Scorch Trails (PG 13) 7 p.m.
Wednesday, September 23 CLOSED
Tuesday, September 22 Black Mass (R) 7 p.m.
MCAS FUTENMA
Wednesday, September 23 Black Mass (R) 7 p.m.
Thursday, September 17 CLOSED
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Friday, September 18 Maze Runner: The Scorch Trails (PG 13) 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, September 17 Southpaw (R) 6 p.m.
Saturday, September 19 Black Mass (R) 4 p.m. Maze Runner: The Scorch Trails (PG 13) 7 p.m.
Friday, September 18 Black Mass (R) 6 p.m. Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials (PG 13) 8:30 p.m.
Sunday, September 20 Black Mass (R) 4 p.m. Maze Runner: The Scorch Trails (PG 13) 7 p.m.
Saturday, September 19 Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials (PG 13) 4 p.m., 6:30 p.m.
Monday, September 21 Black Mass (R) 6:30 p.m.
Sunday, September 20 Vacation (R) 4 p.m. Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials (PG 13) 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, September 22 CLOSED Wednesday, September 23 CLOSED
Monday, September 21 CLOSED
Tuesday, September 22 CLOSED
Monday, September 21 Pixels (PG 13) 7 p.m.
Wednesday, September 23 CLOSED
Tuesday, September 22 The Perfect Guy (R) 7 p.m.
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Wednesday, September 23 Black Mass (R) 7 p.m.
Thursday, September 17 CLOSED Friday, September 18 Maze Runner: The Scorch Trails (PG 13) 6 p.m. Black Mass (R) 9 p.m. Saturday, September 19 Pixels (PG) 3 p.m. Black Mass (R) 6 p.m. Sunday, September 20 Pixels (PG) 3 p.m. Maze Runner: The Scorch Trails (PG 13) 6 p.m. Monday, September 21 Ricki and the Flash (PG 13) 7 p.m. Tuesday, September 22 CLOSED Wednesday, September 23 Black Mass (R) 7 p.m.
CAMP HANSEN Thursday, September 17 Southpaw (R) 7 p.m. Friday, September 18 Maze Runner: The Scorch Trails (PG 13) 6:30 p.m. Black Mass (R) 10 p.m. Saturday, September 19 Maze Runner: The Scorch Trails (PG 13) 6 p.m. Black Mass (R) 9:30 p.m. Sunday, September 20 Maze Runner: The Scorch Trails (PG 13) 3:30 p.m. Black Mass (R) 7 p.m.
Movie schedule is subject to change. For the latest updates visit shopmyexchange.com.
CAMP SCHWAB Thursday, September 17 CLOSED Friday, September 18 Black Mass (R) 6 p.m. Maze Runner: The Scorch Trails (PG 13) 9 p.m. Saturday, September 19 Black Mass (R) 6 p.m. Maze Runner: The Scorch Trails (PG 13) 9 p.m. Sunday, September 20 Black Mass (R) 4 p.m. Maze Runner: The Scorch Trails (PG 13) 7 p.m. Monday, September 21 Black Mass (R) 7 p.m. Tuesday, September 22 Southpaw (R) 7 p.m. Wednesday, September 23 CLOSED