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Gyokusendo's stalactites are a sight to see.
he bulk of Okinawa is composed of coral fossilized into limestone. The composition of rock, coupled with plentiful rainfall, created numerous caves throughout the island, ranging from minor crevasses to five-kilometer-long fissures decorated with stalagmites and stalactites, strange formations and intricate pillars. Okinawa’s caves have served as places of worship, hospitals and clinics, places of burial, bomb shelters, defensive positions for Japanese forces and hiding places for Okinawan civilians during World War II. There are many caves in the remote parts of the
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island that remain untouched since the war. Most of the entrances to the larger caves are blocked off for safety reasons, though many caves are open to the public or used by locals to store awamori. One of the island’s most famous caves is Gyokusendo, located in Haebaru Town in southern Okinawa. Gyokusendo is over 5,000 meters in length, making it the second longest cave discovered in Japan. Visitors can safely enjoy the beauty of the caves by joining the Tours+ Valley of Gangala and Okinawa World tour. For details, see page 5 or visit mccsokinawa.com/tours.
Living at Large: Tengan’s Kids Got Talent | 3 MCCS Event Listing | 3 Off-Base Events: Nanmin Festival | 5
he summer is just around the corner and before you know it, the weather will be hot and humid. Finding a way to keep cool can be a challenge on Okinawa, but don’t sweat it—MCCS Aquatics has got you covered. Throughout the summer, you can enjoy a day in the water at one of the Pool Splash Bash events. Each bash will have fun activities, games, free food and music by the pool. The pool party season begins on May 26, with one Pool Splash Bash at the Camp Foster 50M Pool and another at the MCAS Futenma 25M Pool. On June 14, put on your bathing suit and head to the Camp Kinser 50M Pool for more fun in the water. On July 4, celebrate Independence Day at a Pool Splash Bash at the pools on Camps Schwab, Hansen and Courtney. For details, please call 645-3180 or visit mccsokinawa.com/aquatics.
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Tengan’s Kids Got Talent
CCS has the perfect event for children who love the spotlight. On May 22, Tengan Castle on Camp Courtney will host Tengan’s Kids Got Talent from 5 to 9 p.m. Get ready for an evening of star power and delicious buffet food. Children of all ages can perform a talent of their choice and everyone goes home a winner. Come out and support talented young performers at this fun, family-oriented talent show. The buffet is priced at $7.95 for adults, $3.95 for children ages 5 to 11 and children under the age of 5 eat for free. To participate, performers must sign up at Tengan Castle by May 19. Contestants must bring all items needed to perform their talent on the
day of the show. Music should be on a CD labeled with their name. Each act should be limited to a maximum of two minutes. Full rules are available
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at Tengan Castle. For more information, visit mccsokianwa.com/clubs or call 622-9413.
mccsevents&happenings Jeopardy Challenge: Asian Pacific American Heritage May 18, 2:30 p.m. Library, Camp Kinser 637-1039 FREE
Handmade Print T-Shirt Class May 20, 5:30 p.m. Library, Camp Schwab 625-2518 FREE
Basic Japanese Language Class May 19–22, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. MFP–R, Camp Foster 645-2104 FREE
Bullseye Steel Tip Dart Tournament Thursdays, 7 p.m. BeachHead, Camp Schwab 625-2053 FREE
Safe and Sound at Home May 20, 1:30–4 p.m. Bldg. 5677, Camp Foster 645-3749 FREE
STOP Group for Women Tuesdays, 10 a.m.–noon Bldg. 439, Camp Foster 645-2915 FREE
Camp Kinser
Flea Market
Flea Market May 17 & 18 Noon–3 p.m. Turn unwanted items into ca$h. For a full schedule, visit mccsokinawa.com/fleamarket. Special Events 645-5829
Moms in the Military Tuesdays Camp Courtney Call for details or to register. 645-0396 FREE Nacho Average Wednesday Wednesdays, 5–11 p.m. Thirsty's Lounge, MCAS Futenma 636-3046 Dads in Gear Wednesdays, 5:30–6:30 p.m. Camp Foster Call for details or to register. 645-0396 FREE
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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Steak Night: Cut by the Ounce
May 30, 5–9 p.m. Habu Pit Enjoy your choice of hand-cut steak at $2.50 per oz. along with a smorgasbord of delicious side dishes. mccsokinawa.com/habupit
Camp Courtney
Camp Foster
May 22, 9:30–11:30 a.m. Education Center, Camp Courtney Attend this free workshop for tips to improve your quality of life. Childcare reimbursement is available. mccsokinawa.com/mcftb
May 21, 6 p.m. Tsunami SCUBA, Camp Foster This fun and challenging dive course will give divers of all levels a chance to hone their skills for an impending zombie apocalypse. Tsunami SCUBA 645-4206
Beyond the Brief: Improve Your Health & Happiness
Zombie Apocalypse Diver Course
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off-base events
tours+
adventure begins here.
get out and explore.
Nanmin Festival May 17 & 18, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Naminoue Shrine, Naha FREE Okinawan Accessory Designers’ Exhibition May 16–18, 10 a.m.–8 p.m. Plaza House Mall, Okinawa City FREE Wonder Amusement Workshop May 17 & 18, 9:30 a.m.–6 p.m. Okinawa Zoo, Okinawa City Adults ¥700, Children (13–15) ¥300, (4–12) ¥200, (under 4) FREE
Japanese Tea Ceremony May 23, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Adults $33, Children (3–11) $26, (under 3) $5 Experience a traditional Japanese tea ceremony at a beautiful private Okinawan home. After tea, head to Kokusai Street for lunch and shopping.*
Forest Adventure May 25, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Adults $50, Children (7–17) $35 Test your courage on the Zip Slide, the Amazon Rope Bridge, the Tibetan Bridge and other exciting courses. Children must be at least 6 years of age and 55 inches in height. No persons over 285 pounds are allowed on the courses.
Valley of Gangala & Okinawa World May 31, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Adults $47, Children (6–11) $20, (3–5) $11 Take a hike through caves and scenic woodlands. Be prepared for an 80-minute hike. Afterwards, have lunch at Okinawa World.* Children under 3 are not allowed on this tour.
Hiji Falls & Okuma May 24, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Adults $21, Children (3–11) $14, (under 3) $5 Enjoy a hike to Hiji Falls. After working up an appetite, head to Okuma for a late lunch. Note: Hiking can be strenuous and is not recommended for people with health problems.
Okinawan Cuisine Buffet Drum Show May 25, 5–9 p.m. Adults $65, Children (7–12) $44, (4–6) $28, (under 4) $5 no meal Enjoy the Zampa Daiko group and a Shishimai Show and have delicious Japanese style set meal. Price includes dinner, show and all-you-can-drink soft drinks.
Kongou Hiking & Okuma May 31, 8 a.m.–3 p.m. Adults $28, Children (4–15) $19, (under 4) $5 Enjoy a hike through Kongou Sekirinzan and we’ll have a late lunch at Okuma.* Note: Hiking can be strenuous and is not recommended for individuals with health problems.
*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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A woman and her dog take an afternoon stroll along Sunabe Seawall.
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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 Softball Tournament May 23–25 Camp Courtney Exchange Softball Field Register by 1 p.m. on May 19 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 teams. Tournament brackets and bylaws will be e-mailed to each player. For details, call 622-7297. Open Basketball Tournament May 23–25 Camp Hansen House of Pain Gym Register by 1 p.m. on May 19 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 teams. Tournament brackets and bylaws will be e-mailed to each player. For details, call 623-5569/5558. Open Water Triathlon June 1 Camp Courtney Beach Pavilions Register by 1 p.m. on May 26 at any MCCS fitness center for $20. Limited to the first 150 participants to register. This event is open to participants island-wide. Awards will be given to first, second and third place teams. An onsite participants’ brief will be held at 7:45 a.m.* For details, call 622-7297/9221. Southern Commander’s Cup 6 vs. 6 Soccer Tournament June 6–8 Gunners Fitness Center Athletic Fields Register by 1 p.m. on June 2 at any MCCS fitness center on camps Foster, MCAS Futenma or Kinser. This FREE event is open to participants aboard Camps Foster, MCAS Futenma and Kinser. Awards will be given to first and second teams. Tournament brackets and bylaws will be e-mailed to each player. For details, call 645-4866/3985. *Attendance is required for participation.
CAMP KINSER | 637-2177
CAMP COURTNEY | 622-6101
Thursday, May 15 Noah (PG 13) 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, May 15 CLOSED Friday, May 16 Mom’s Night Out (PG) 6 p.m. Neighbors (R) 9 p.m.
Friday, May 16 Neighbors (R) 6:30 p.m. Saturday, May 17 Mom’s Night Out (PG) 3 p.m. Neighbors (R) 6:30 p.m. Sunday, May 18 Mom’s Night Out (PG) 1 p.m. Amazing Spider-Man 2 3D (PG 13) 3:30 p.m. Neighbors (R) 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 17 Mom’s Night Out (PG) 3 p.m. Neighbors (R) 6 p.m. Sunday, May 18 Mom’s Night Out (PG) 3 p.m. Neighbors (R) 6 p.m.
Monday, May 19 CLOSED
Monday, May 19 Divergent (PG 13) 7 p.m.
Tuesday, May 20 CLOSED
Tuesday, May 20 CLOSED Wednesday, May 21 Captain America: The Winter Soldier (PG 13) 7 p.m.
Wednesday, May 21 The Other Woman (R) 6:30 p.m.
MCAS FUTENMA | 636-3890 Thursday, May 15 CLOSED Friday, May 16 Godzilla 3D (PG 13) 6:30 p.m. Saturday, May 17 Godzilla 3D (PG 13) 4 p.m. Godzilla 3D (PG 13) 7 p.m. Sunday, May Brick Mansions (PG 13) 4 p.m. Godzilla 3D (PG 13) 7 p.m. Monday, May 19 Mom’s Night Out (PG) 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 20 CLOSED
CAMP HANSEN | 623-4564
Thursday, May 15 Amazing Spider-Man 2 (PG 13) 7 p.m. Friday, May 16 Godzilla 3D (PG 13) 6:30 p.m. Neighbors (R) 10 p.m.
Saturday, May 17 Godzilla (PG 13) 6 p.m. Neighbors (R) 9:30 p.m. Sunday, May 18 Mom’s Night Out (PG) 2:30 p.m Godzilla 3D (PG 13) 6 p.m.
Monday, May 19 Brick Mansions (PG 13) 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 20 Mom’s Night Out (PG) 7 p.m.
classof theweek
Wednesday, May 21 CLOSED
Body Bar
CAMP FOSTER | 645-3465
CAMP SCHWAB | 625-2338
Thursday, May 15 Amazing Spider-Man 2 (PG 13) 7 p.m. Friday, May 16 Godzilla 3D (PG 13) 6 p.m. Neighbors (R) 9 p.m.
Thursday, May 15 CLOSED
This is a fast-paced, high-energy class packed with upper and lower body movements that include weights and cardio. This class is designed for the beginner to advanced athlete. Gunners Fitness Center Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 8:45–9:45 a.m. For a full class schedule, visit schedule mccsokinawa.com/wellness.
singlemarineprogram Volunteer at the Eve6 Concert (Schwab Festival) May 17, 6:30–11 p.m. Camp Schwab 645-3681 FREE
Volunteer at the Blind Melon Concert (Schwab Festival) May 18, 6:30 p.m.–11 p.m. Camp Schwab 645-3681 FREE
Saturday, May 17 Mr. Peabody & Sherman (PG) noon Mom’s Night Out (PG) 3 p.m. Godzilla (PG 13) 6 p.m. Amazing Spider-Man 2 3D (PG 13) 9 p.m. Sunday, May 18 Mr. Peabody & Sherman (PG) 1 p.m. Godzilla 3D (PG 13) 4 p.m. Godzilla (PG 13) 7 p.m. Monday, May 19 Godzilla (PG 13) 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 20 Mom’s Night Out (PG) 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 21 Neighbors (R) 7 p.m.
Wednesday, May 21 Amazing Spider-Man 2 (PG 13) 7 p.m.
Friday, May 16 Godzilla (PG 13) 6 p.m. Neighbors (R) 9:30 Saturday, May 17 CLOSED Sunday, May 18 CLOSED Monday, May 19 Neighbors (R) 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 20 Amazing Spider-Man 2 (PG 13) 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 21 CLOSED
Movie schedule is subject to change. For the latest updates visit shopmyexchange.com/reeltimetheatres/reeltime-landing.htm.