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SEPTEMBER 2020
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Falling into aki COMMAND Commander, 35th Fighter Wing Col Jesse J. Friedel Commander, 35th Mission Support Group Col William L. Bernhard Commander, 35th Force Support Squadron Maj Phillip "Chad" Martin Deputy, 35th Force Support Squadron Donald Ehrman
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CULTURE & TRAVEL
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Outdoor Recreation Trips and Services
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Misawa ITT Trips
RESOURCES 14
How to use MilitaryChildCare.com
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NAF Employment
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Vehicle Repair Knowledge • Earn You Auto Hobby Center Safety Card
LEARN & CREATE 4
Arts & Crafts Classes
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Taiko Drum Class • Calligraphy Workshop
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September Dining Specials
Par 3 Golf Tournament
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Pamper Me Ladies Bowling • Youth League • Intramural League • Wingman Wednesdays • Walmsley Recurring Events
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Live DJ Friday & Saturday Nights • Holiday Party Lottery
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Singles Social
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Open Mic Night at The Lodge
Kimono Shopping
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Oktoberfest
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Lightspeed Paintball
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Youth Sports & Instructionals
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Walk/Run to the City • Team Boot Camp Challenge
Kids' Bingo
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C CCAF Degree and Recognition Ceremony • Commissioning Program • C Hybrid H Course
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Family Fun Night • Pool Party & Battleship Mayhem
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FCC Informational Meeting • Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration • Youth Instructionals
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Heartlink • EFMP Orientation
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Leisure Times Through the Years
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Dog Breed Guessing Contest
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Arts & Crafts Center Favorite Things Japan Wednesday, Sept. 23 5:30–8:30 p.m.
Picasso Painting GEOMETRIC MOUNTAINS Saturday, Sept. 12 1–3 p.m. $15 Ages 13–17
This fully-instructed class teaches teens to hone in on their artistic skills while painting on an 11-inch by 14-inch canvas.
Brushes & Beverages HOME FRONT
Friday, Sept. 25 5:30–9 p.m. $40 Ages 18+ Must be 20+ to consume alcohol Learn to paint this masterpiece while enjoying refreshments and hors d’oeuvres.
Small Hachinohe Horse, $35 Wooden Kokeshi Doll, $40 Large Hachinohe Horse, $45 Kokeshi Lantern, $50
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Paint a wooden kokeshi doll, kokeshi lantern, large Hachinohe horse or small Hachinohe horse. All products are exclusively created in Japan and would make a great gift. All supplies are included. Refreshments and hors d’oeuvres will be provided.
Coff
Sunday, Sept. 27 10 a.m.–Noon $5 entry
Bring your ongoing craft project or purchase something new to work on while you enjoy coffee and pastries. The entry fee includes the $2 supply fee, coffee and pastries.
Hachinohe Yaki Traditional Pottery Tour
PUMPKINS
Saturday, Sept. 5 & 26 1–2 p.m. $10 Ages 6–12 Children learn step-bystep how to create this cute painting on an 8-inch by 10-inch canvas.
Friday, Sept. 25 8 a.m.–3 p.m. $35 Ages 18+
Travel to Hachinohe to throw your very own pottery! Learn about the traditional style of pottery in the local area and take home a souvenir and memories of Japan. This tour includes round-trip transportation, a tour escort and the pottery fee.
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Mighty Tots Every Wednesday & Thursday 10:30–11 a.m. $7 Ages 18 months–5 years This exciting half hour class is a great way to spend fun craft time with your littles. Each class has 3–4 crafts catered to children's skill development with new themes each week. Parental supervision is required.
Advance registration is required for all classes. Register at the Arts & Crafts Center Pop-up location in building 1006, bay 2. The location of each class will be given at the time of registration.
Décor Night
Wreath Class
& Home Décor
Tuesday, Sept. 29 5:30–8 p.m. Gray Room, Misawa E'Club Includes refreshments and hors d'oeuvres.
SPIDER WEB
$35
Wood Safety
Wednesday, Sept. 2, 16 & 30 11 a.m.–Noon Saturday, Sept. 12 & 26 9–10 a.m. $10 Ages 18+
This class teaches a variety of techniques to add some color and style to your front door. From burlap, deco mesh, wood and everything in between, this class will show you something new to keep your home up-to-date and stylish.
LAUNDRY SIGN $50
Learn how to create a masterpiece worth displaying in your home to give it that personal touch!
Craft of the Month HOUSES $15
Make home décor within the comfort of your own home with this grab and go kit. FREE paint vouchers are available for crafters that would like to make their projects in our facility.
This hour long class teaches safety, knowledge and procedures inside the Wood Shop. Once you obtain a Wood Safety Card, you'll have full access to the wood shop to create your own masterpieces! Sign up in advance at the Arts & Crafts Center in building 645.
Wood Workshop
CUSTOMIZABLE STEP STOOL Wednesday, Sept. 2 Noon–2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26 10 a.m.–Noon $35
Develop your woodworking skills and go home with a handmade creation. Must obtain a Wood Safety Card prior to participating in this class. Sign up in advance at the Arts & Crafts Center in building 645.
Cocktails & Ceramics
Friday, Sept. 11 5:30–8:30 p.m. $35 including the price of the ceramic Ages 18+ Must be 20+ to consume alcohol
Join us for a night of refreshments and hors d'oeuvres while you paint ceramics.
Ceramic Home Décor WATERCOLOR CUP Wednesday, Sept. 16 6–8 p.m. $35
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Kids' Bingo
Tuesday, Sept. 8 Card sales start at 2 p.m. Game starts at 2:30 p.m. Sakura Room $10 for 5 rounds All Ages Stamp! Bam! Win! Get the whole gang out and play five rounds of fun-filled B-I-N-G-O to win awesome prizes! Adult supervision is required.
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Billions Billi ons Bingo Bingo
Friday, Sept. 11 Card sales start at 5:30 p.m. Game starts at 6:30 p.m. Sakura Room $20 for five rounds Ages 18+
Billions, baby! Bust out of the house and forget the skillet because you get food and fun at this monthly bingo bash. Have tons of fun with friends while playing for all cash prizes. Food and drinks are available for purchase.
Taiko Drum Class
Every Wednesday Sept. 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 5 p.m. | Ages 8–14 6 p.m. | Ages 15+ Mokuteki Ballroom $13 per session Unleash your spirit with the grace and power of taiko drumming. Pick up a brand new talent or enhance your skills at this local flavor of percussive drumming. Advance registration is required by 7 p.m. the Tuesday prior to each class at the Community Commons.
Calligraphy
COMMUNITY COMMONS Kimono Shopping
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Thursdays Sept. 3, 10, 17 & 24 6–7 p.m. Momiji Room $56 for four classes Ages 15+ Learn the art of beautiful handwriting and create a masterpiece. The focused art of calligraphy will train your hand-eye coordination and enhance your artistic abilities. All four classes and materials are included in the price. Participants must attend all four classes. Sign up by the first class on Thursday, Sept. 3 at the Community Commons.
Friday, Sept. 25 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Meet at the Community Commons $5 per person Ages 13+ with adult supervision required Join us for a morning of shopping in Towada City. Learn about the different styles of kimonos, yukatas and obis, and how they are worn. This trip includes transportation and a Japanese-speaking tour guide. Bring yen for shopping. Advance registration is required by 7 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 24 at the Community Commons.
GOSSER GOLF COURSE Par 3 Golf
Tournament Saturday, Sept. 5 7 a.m. Shotgun Start
PRO’S CORNER
Members, $25 Non-Members, $35 Local Nationals, $45 This is an individual play event with both gross and net divisions. All 18 holes will be set up as Par 3s. Entry includes 18 holes of golf, cart use, applicable awards and lunch following the event. Sign up at the Pro Shop no later than 6 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 3.
September marks the end of summer and the warm temperatures make way for the cooler days and nights. It also marks the end of my Air Force Civil Service Golf career. My wife and I have enjoyed our time here in Misawa and we will miss Japan and all of the friends we have made here. I especially want to thank my staff who are without question the best in the world. I leave knowing that Gosser Golf Course and Misawa golf will be in good hands with Stephen Ritz-Woller, the incoming manager. He spent the last nine years at Offutt Air Force Base in Omaha, Neb. Make sure to stop in and welcome him and his family to Misawa. If you are ever in northern Georgia, look me up. Until then, see you at the course! Robert E. Jacobus General Manager / Head Professional
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MISAWA CLUB CLOSURES/SPECIAL HOURS LABOR DAY Monday, Sept. 7 Club closed
PACAF FAMILY DAY Tuesday, Sept. 8 Lunch buffet closed All other Club services open
MAINTENANCE DAY
Special
Membership Holiday party Appreciation Lottery All Club Members can redeem one Membership Appreciation Voucher valid for one FREE Sunday Breakfast at Tohoku Dining. Pick up your voucher at the Cashiers’ Cage starting Tuesday, Sept. 1. This voucher is valid through September.
Monday, Sept. 14 Cashiers' Cage & Slots open 9 a.m.–4 p.m. All other Club services closed
Tohoku
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NOW OPEN! NEW MENU! Monday–Friday 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Sundays 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Wild Weasels' Bar & Grill NEW MENU!
Friday & Saturday 5–8:30 p.m. Dine-In Service (limited seating) Take-Out Available DSN: 226-5062 Cell: 0176-77-5062
T’s Burritos Autumn Specials Tuesday, Sept. 1–Monday, Nov. 30
Grande only | $5 Pumpkin Spice Latte Pumpkin Fudge Latte pumpkin spice, white chocolate and graham cracker Bourbon Apple Cider bourbon flavored cider topped with whipped cream and caramel It’s the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown chai, pumpkin spice, espresso, whipped cream and cinnamon 8 | September 2020
Live DJ
Friday & Saturday Nights Faultline & Sports Bar Starts at 10 p.m.
Monday, Sept. 28 Sign up | 4:30–5 p.m. Drawing | 5–6:30 p.m. Gray Room Ensure your squadron gets a venue for your holiday party at the Misawa Club on a Friday or Saturday in December. Each group will be drawn at random to choose their preferred date.
Become a Club Member and purchase tickets from your device at https://www.memberplanet.com/account/usaf/
Events
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Misawa Club Parking Lot
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT DJ & BAND
Ages 13+ | $25, $3 off for Club Members Ages 6–12 | $10, Ages 5 and under | FREE
Food included with admission. Specially crafted souvenir mug and first beverage included while supplies last.
Win prizes by competing in Frozen T-shirts | Mug Holding Hammerschlagen | Costume Contest Kids' Games
Club Members are eligible for special prizes! Grab your tickets now at the Cashiers' Cage, as tickets are limited. Leisure TIMES |
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WALMSLEY BOWLING CENTER MAINTENANCE DAY TUESDAY, SEPT. 1 HOURS OF OPERATION | 5–9 P.M.
Pamper Me: Ladies Bowling
Friday, Sept. 18 6–9 p.m. $15 per lane, up to six bowlers for two hours of bowling Ages 18+ Ages 20+ to consume alcohol Go out bowling with the girls! Bowlers will have a chance to win a designer purse and much more. Shoe rental is not included in the price.
Singles Social Saturday, Sept. 26 7–10 p.m. $5
All single and unaccompanied active duty members can enjoy up to two hours of bowling, shoe rental and a meal while making new friends.
Wingman Wednesdays Wednesdays, Sept. 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 11 a.m.–9 p.m.
Grab your wingman and bowl for the price of one. Enjoy chicken wings at Bumpers Grill for 60 cents each while you bowl with your friends. This offer is dependent on lane availability and is limited to up to three games. Shoe rental is not included.
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Intramural League Starts Wednesday, Sept. 16 6–8:30 p.m. Ages 18+
Squadrons get your teams together and sign up for the Intramural League to see which squadron is the best!
Youth League Starts Tuesday, Sept. 15 Start 16–week 16–we sanction league Tuesdays, Tues 2:30–4 p.m. Ages 6–17 $10 per week Want an to earn e some extra money for Join the Youth League for a college? eg Jo earn scholarships that can be chance e tto ea applied plied to your college tuition, upon up completion of high school.
Red Pin Tuesdays
Tuesdays 11 a.m.–9 p.m. Enjoy $1 games and $1 shoe rentals all day. If you get a strike with a red headpin, you win a FREE game! For verification, you must notify the desk that you have a red headpin prior to rolling the frame.
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Sunday Wrap-Up
Sundays 11 a.m.–7 p.m. $25 per lane Wrap up your weekend with family and friends at Walmsley Bowling Center! Receive two hours of unlimited bowling, shoe rental and 16-ounce drinks for up to six people.
Mondays 11 a.m.–9 p.m. Bowl any of the four Mad Games and submit your results for a chance to win a $25 FSS gift card. Drawings will be held monthly.
Lunch Bowl
Mondays, Wednesday–Friday 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Receive one FREE bowling game and shoe rental when you provide your Bumpers Grill receipt of $8 or more to the front desk. This offer is good for same-day purchases only, one receipt per offer. No rain checks.
Thursdays 5–8:30 p.m. Ages 12 and under Take Thursdays off from cooking dinner and bring the family to Bumpers Grill! Get a FREE kids meal for each adult combo meal purchased.
Laser Storm Bowling Fridays and Saturdays 7–10 p.m. We turn the lights down and music up! So grab your friends to “glow” bowling and request your favorite songs at Walmsley Bowling Center. This is open to all patrons, however, explicit and adult-themed music and videos may be played.
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Family Fun Night Pool Party & Battleship Fridays, Sept. 4, 11 & 18 6–8 p.m. Mayhem
Look for the new Fall & Winter 2020–2021 Adventure Guide coming soon! We’ll have exciting new trips, gear and ODR shred action to announce so you can make friends with winter in Misawa. - LIVE FOR THE THRILL -
FREE | ALL AGES Enjoy an evening of fun with the whole family at the Himberg Pool. Bring your favorite pool toys, waters pistols, and small inflatables to the pool and cut loose!
O u t do o r R e c r eati o n
Friday, Sept. 25
6–8 p.m. FREE | ALL AGES Ages 10+ with parent participation for Battleship Mayhem Eat, drink, play and laugh at our monthly pool party. On the last Friday of the month we'll serve up snacks and give you the chance to take out frustrations by sinking your friends in an all-out war on the low seas. Bring your friends and family to see who earns bragging rights this month.
MISAWA AIR BASE, JAPAN
FALL & WINTER 2020–2021
OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTER Like us on Facebook to keep up with the latest Outdoor Recreation adventures, see what’s coming up and check out our cool photo albums of YOU having fun!
Outdoor Recreation is practicing social distancing but still having social fun! Due to travel restrictions, some trips and programs may be subject to change. Check in with us for last minute adventures and updates.
Lightspeed Paintball Friday, Sept. 18
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6–9 p.m. Area 35 Ages 16+ to play | Ages 10+ with a parent present Play paintball under the lights of our Speedball Court every third Friday. With FREE field entries, Attack Pack rentals and barbecue, all you pay for is paintballs at discounted paint specials. No advance registration is required, just show up to play.
Open Mic Night Kawarage Hot Spring Overnight Saturday, Sept. 19–Sunday, Sept. 20 at The Lodge Departs at 7 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 19
6:30–9 p.m. FREE Ages 18+ to spectate Ages 13–17 may perform with an adult present We've got the place for a killer jam session. Find your next band or just listen to awesome tunes while hanging out with your friends. Open Mic Night has something for everyone. Use one of our stage instruments, or bring your own!
Mt. Komagatake Overnight Backpacking
Saturday, Sept. 19–Sunday, Sept. 20
Departs at 6 a.m. $95 per person | $50 R4R price Ages 18+ Located in the Akita Prefecture, with spectacular views in all directions, Mt. Komagatake is an ideal first-time backpacking experience. Hike from a station near the summit around the volcanic crater and camp in a mountain hut. This trip requires a mandatory pre-trip briefing at the Outdoor Recreation Center.
Cape Tappi Scuba Diving
Saturday, Sept. 19 & Sept. 26
Departs at 7 a.m. $120 per person | $60 R4R price Ages 12+ with certification and parent participation An Open Water Scuba Certification or higher is required for this tour. For those with a Junior Open Water Certification, a certified parent must accompany on all dives.
$200 per person | $95 R4R price Ages 18+ Experience something truly unique on this Japanese adventure, a hot waterfall flowing straight out of a volcano. In all actuality, you have a whole river to splash around in. On the second day, explore the famous Kakunodate Samurai Village and the shores of Japan’s deepest lake, Lake Tazawako. One night of lodging (single room) and admission fees are included. Swimwear and tattoos are permitted.
Matsuminotaki Bike & Hike Saturday, Sept. 26
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Departs at 7 a.m. $55 per person | $35 R4R price Ages 16+ with a parent present Explore one of Japan’s most beautiful backcountry waterfalls on this awesome trip. Matsuminotaki Falls can only be reached on foot or by mountain bike but it’s more fun if you do both. When all is said and done we will have traversed over 20 kilometers of mountain trails on this trip.
Tamagawa Hot Spring Saturday, Sept. 26
Departs at 7 a.m. $30 per person Ages 18+ Tamagawa, located in the Hachimantai volcanic park, is the most famous hot spring in Japan. Boasting the largest flow rate and highest acidity of any hot spring in Japan, Tamagawa has been rumored to release negative ions boosting metabolism and relieving pain. Admission fees are included. Tattoos and swimwear are not allowed.
Enjoy the warm waters of the Sea of Japan and the best dive site in the Aomori Prefecture. Explore an underwater swim-through arch and volcanic rock grottos unique to northern Japan. This site is ideal for all skill levels and especially well-suited for those new to the sport, with a maximum depth of 50 feet. A professional dive guide and all necessary equipment is included.
TEAM MISAWA For Team Misawa Programs, Navy personnel enroll at the Liberty Office, building 980, or call 226-9516 for more information. All others, enroll at the Outdoor Recreation Center.
Beach Party Twilight SUP & Kayak
Wednesday, Sept. 2
Departs at 5 p.m. $25 per person Ages 18+ Join us for our last beach party! We’ve got a midweek treat to cool you down. Come hang out with Team Misawa as we barbecue oceanside, surf some waves, jam out to music and make some rad friends.
Book a Custom Trip with Us!
Popular destinations are available for private booking any weekday! If you’re interested in booking a custom trip, two weeks advance notice and a minimum number of participants for the activity are required. We’ll check guide availability and set you up with what you need. For more information, stop by the Outdoor Recreation Center.
Gear Shop & Rental Center
Thursday, Sept. 24
5–9 p.m. $25 per person | $15 R4R price Ages 18+ Relax after work with stand up paddleboarding and kayaking without having to go any farther than our own Base Beach. Sunsets on the lake are beautiful and made even better when seen from the water or enjoying a hot pizza dinner with the Team Misawa crew! SUP and kayak use, a guide, all required safety gear, and of course, pizza are included!
Check out summer retail items at the Gear Shop. We have everything you need to live for adventure, including camping, hiking, water sports and climbing equipment at great prices! If you’re not looking to buy, rent items like bikes, coolers and kayaks. Just visit us inside the Weasels’ Den.
Tanuki Hills Bike Park
Check out our new mountain bike park located near The Lodge and get some fresh air and exercise. Beginners can dial in on smooth trails without getting crushed and advanced riders can shred turns, berms, drops and gardens. Find trail maps at https://35fss.com/parks/.
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Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration Friday, Sept. 18
4:30–6 p.m. Members, FREE Non-Members, $5 Stop by the Lunney Youth Center to enjoy Hispanic cultural traditions, food and dance.
LUNNEY
YOUTH CENTER
YOIKO KO KO Using MilitaryChildCare.com, you can find comprehensive information on child care programs worldwide, conduct a customized search for care needed, and submit a request for care at any time from any location. Follow these steps.
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Youth Instructionals
If you want to do something rewarding and teach a new skill to the youth on Misawa Air Base, this opportunity is perfect for you! In addition to providing a valuable service to the community, you can also earn extra income. We are looking for people who want to teach gymnastics, cheer, dance, martial arts and more. If you have a skill to offer, visit the Lunney Youth Center or call 226-3220.
CDC
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Step 3 Manage My Requests You can manage your requests for care from anywhere in the world. Step 4 Update My Profile Keep your My Profile page up-todate with important information.
YOUTH SPORTS
Volunteer to become a coach today for various youth sports on Misawa Air Base. If you are 18 years or older and want to volunteer, contact Youth Sports at 226-3220.
Sport-A-Week
Ages 5–18 Registration Tuesday, Sept. 1–Friday, Oct. 2 Season starts the week of Oct. 26 Season ends the week of Dec. 7 Sport-A-Week features a different sport each week that focuses on learning a new skill or sport including volleyball, field hockey, dodgeball and more. Participants must have a current sports physical and immunization record through the sports season at the time of registration.
Sport-A-Week Basketball Indoor Soccer Baseball & T-Ball
Smart Soccer
Starts Tuesday, Sept. 1
FCC
Family Child Care
FCC Informational Meeting Wednesday, Sept. 9 | 6 p.m. Airman & Family Readiness Center
Are you looking for full-time child care? Misawa currently has four licensed Family Child Care homes. Our providers offer full-time, part-time, hourly and PCS child care. Each provider has their own contract for the services that are provided in their home. All of our providers go through in-depth training, CPR & First Aid training and background checks. Once they are licensed, their program is inspected monthly to ensure their homes are safe and that they are following the standards put in place for licensed FCC homes. If you're looking for care for your child or you want to learn about becoming a Family Child Care provider, please call the FCC office at 226-2273 or 0176-77-2273. Advance registration is required by Tuesday, Sept. 8 by contacting the FCC office. If you live in on-base housing and provide care in your home for more than ten hours a week on a regular basis, you must be licensed by the Unites States Air Force. If you care for two children for five hours each, that also equals to 10 hours of child care. Failure to obtain an AF Family Child Care license may result in the loss of housing privileges. Leisure TIMES | 15
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Shrimp Salad with Bacon Club LAKEVIEW GRILLE WILL BE CLOSED MONDAY, $7.50
SEPT. 21 FOR MONTHLY CLEANING.
LAKEVIEW GRILLE Curry and Rice with BBQ Deep Fried Chicken $7.50 Pork Sandwich $7
Jalapeño Bacon Cheese Sandwich
with fries and a 16-ounce fountain drink $7
BUMPERS GRILL Chicken Adobo Rice with a 16-ounce fountain drink $8
FIT PIT
Orange Creamsicle Smoothie
vanilla yogurt, orange juice, banana and mango $5
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utumn air has an innate way of refreshing the soul after a very hot and sweaty summer. The aroma of pumpkins, apples and spices like cinnamon and nutmeg stimulate the senses. At every turn there are people wearing their coziest clothes while snuggling up to the warmth of a freshly made cup of coffee or hot chocolate. For many Americans, the time of harvest and temperate weather is a favored season.
Falling into Aki
By Hailey Robertson
Of course, we know our own traditions very well, but what are the Japanese doing at this time of year while we munch on caramel apples, play in piles of crunchy brown leaves and sip pumpkin spice lattes to our heart’s content?
The celebration of Shūbun no Hi (秋分の日) or Autumnal Equinox Day marks the beginning of autumn. This celebration has been around for generations and this year it falls on Tuesday, Sept. 22. Shūbun no Hi was originally called Shūki Kōresai (秋季皇霊祭) and is thought to have roots in Ohagi Shintoism and Buddhism. Shūki Kōresai was observed prior to World War II in honor of past emperors of Japan. Japan’s postwar constitution called for the separation of religion and state so Shūki Kōresai was then renamed Shūbun no Hi and considered a non-religious holiday. In present times, Shūbun no Hi is celebrated differently from person to person. Shūbun no Hi falls in line with the observance of Ohigan (お彼岸). Ohigan translates to “the other shore,” which in Buddhism is considered the world of enlightenment. Over time the name has come to represent more of a celebration of ancestors who have passed on to the afterlife. Ohigan lasts seven days; three days before the Autumn Equinox, the day of the equinox and three days after. During this time, red spider lilies referred to as higanbana (彼岸花) begin to bloom. These beautiful flowers tend to grow around graveyards and are said to have poison in their roots, gaining them nicknames like “Ghost Flowers” and “Dead Flowers.” 18 | September 2020
Many of the traditions related to Ohigan are similar to that of the Mexican holiday, Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead). Japanese families visit the resting place of their loved ones who have passed and tidy them up. They offer prayers along with flowers and seasonal food offerings made of rice and sweet azuki paste called Ohagi (おはぎ). Families enjoy food together and celebrate the lives of their loved ones at their graves. Citizens who may not live close to their family’s resting place may take this time to travel and see something new. Others may choose to take this time to stay home and recharge. Another tradition, Tsukimi (月見), or moon watching, happens during the fall season. Tsukimi evenings are spent gazing at the harvest moon. Many may look upon the moon with wishes of a plentiful harvest and others may take this time to declare feelings of love to someone special. Tsukimi dango (月見団子), or moon viewing dumplings, and other seasonal foods are enjoyed while looking at the moon. Autumn in Japan is viewed similar to the American observance of Thanksgiving. This is a time to relax and be thankful for what you have. Foods like chestnut rice, sweet potatoes, pacific saury and matsutake mushrooms are commonly eaten in Japan during the fall season. Those wanting to immerse themselves in Japanese culture during this time may be wondering how to go about joining in on these traditions. Many here on base are too far away from the resting places of loved ones to go tidy them up and present offerings, but why not call a living relative back home to discuss fond memories of those who have passed? Look up recipes of seasonal Japanese dishes and prepare them using harvest ingredients in the comfort of your home. Travel somewhere nearby that you haven’t explored. Take in the bright beauty of the harvest moon with family and friends and be thankful for the time being spent with loved ones who are here now even though some are so very far. Take time to sit back, relax and enjoy all that Japan has to offer this autumn.
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Heartlink Friday, Sept. 25 8:45 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
This workshop teaches the basics of Air Force life to military spouses new to the Air Force or new to Misawa Air Base. Attendees will learn about vital resources and information that will assist with military life and meet fellow spouses and key spouses. The day includes a visit to the Logistics Readiness Squadron, FREE lunch at the Grissom Dining Facility and a Heartlink coin. Heartlink is open to anyone with SOFA status. Advance registration is recommended.
Monday, Sept. 21 3–4:30 p.m. The three components of the Exceptional Family Member Program (Medical, Assignments and Family Support) invite you to attend an EFMP baselevel orientation. This seminar will reduce confusion and stress about participating in EFMP. We will explain the EFMP process and show you how to navigate the program. You will discover resources and partnerships you might not have known were there. Although primarily for newly Q-coded members and families who recently enrolled in EFMP, we welcome all community members to attend. Spouses are highly encouraged to attend. If you have questions, we have answers.
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Welcome Newcomers!
Saturday, Oct. 10
On sale Wednesday, Sept. 2 Ages 12+, $65 Ages 6–11, $55 Ages 5 and under, $30
Bask in the the beauty of one of the three most scenic spots in Japan. Relax on a ferry boat cruise in Matsushima Bay, which contains over 260 pine-clad islands. Also visit the stunning Zuiganji Temple and Godaido Shrine across the red bridges.
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All organizations interested in chartering a bus for a tour should stop by Misawa ITT to make reservations. Reservations are accepted up to 90 days in advance of the trip date and are taken on a first come, first served basis.
TAKAYAMA INARI SHRINE
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On sale Tuesday, Sept. 1 Ages 12+, $40 Ages 6–11, $30 Ages 5 and under, $20
On sale Thursday, Sept. 3 Ages 12+, $60 Ages 3–11, $50 Ages 2 and under, $30
Saturday, Oct. 3
Wander through the 1,000 red torii gates arranged through Japanese garden ponds and trees at this historic shrine on the Tsugaru Peninsula. You will also cross the Tsuru-no-mai Bridge, a 300-meter long arched wooden bridge.
HOTOKEGAURA Saturday, Oct. 3
On sale Tuesday, Sept. 1 Ages 12+, $50 Ages 6–11, $40 Ages 5 and under, $30
Right on the sharp edge of the Shimokita Peninsula are the Hotokegaura Cliffs, white limestone cliffs sculpted right down into the ocean. This day trip will give you a picturesque view from a boat while riding on the water, so you can see this national monument up close.
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Saturday, Oct. 10
On sale Wednesday, Sept. 2 Ages 15+, $50 Ages 6–14, $40 Ages 5 and under, $25
Journey to the Shimokita Peninsula at the very northern tip of Honshu to explore some of the more remote scenery in Japan. The first stop will be in the Yagen Valley, a dense forest nestled far from civilization, for a scenic walk and hot spring foot bath. Then travel to the top of a caldera to visit Osorezan, one of the three most sacred spots in Japan. The temple sits near steaming rocks and a large acidic lake believed to be the gateway to the underworld.
KUZUMAKI WINERY Saturday, Oct. 17 Saturday, Oct. 24
On sale Thursday, Sept. 10 Ages 20+, $45
Saturday, Oct. 17
Take a walk on the wild side at Iwate Safari Park, the second largest safari park in northern Japan. Enjoy an hour long safari bus ride through the park which allows you to safely get up close and personal with wild animals. After the interactive safari you can explore the zoo, watch flamingo shows and schmooze with lemurs. This tour includes transportation, the safari bus ride, zoo entrance fee and an English-speaking tour escort.
KAKUNODATE Saturday, Oct. 17
On sale Thursday, Sept. 3 Ages 12+, $50 Ages 6–11, $45 Ages 5 and under, $20
Kakunodate is known as "Little Kyoto," having earned this name because of its beautifully preserved former Samurai districts. The Ishiguro and Aoyagi houses are sure to amaze you!
RYUSENDO CAVES Saturday, Oct. 24
On sale Friday, Sept. 4 Ages 15+, $45 Ages 6–14, $40 Ages 5 and under, $20
Explore one of the largest underground caves in Japan, housing abundant stalactites and stalagmites, set deep within beautiful caverns up to 120 meters deep! Also visit the Kuji Amber Museum to create your own amber accessory.
KORAKUKAN KABUKI Saturday, Oct. 24
On sale Friday, Sept. 4 Ages 15+, $40 Ages 6–14, $30 Ages 5 and under, $20
Learn about the traditional Japanese art of theater, Kabuki. Then watch a play about human nature in the oldest wooden playhouse in Japan, the Korakukan Theater.
HIROSAKI CHRYSANTHEMUM FESTIVAL Saturday, Oct. 31
On sale Wednesday, Sept. 9 Ages 12+, $40 Ages 6–11, $30 Ages 5 and under, $20
Visit beautiful Hirosaki Park to witness chrysanthemums in bloom. See the kiku-ningyo or chrysanthemum doll contests and pick out your favorite. The late fall colors are an amazing sight in Hirosaki!
HIRAIZUMI
Saturday, Oct. 31
On sale Wednesday, Sept. 9 Ages 12+, $60 Ages 6–11, $50 Ages 5 and under, $20
Cruise down the Geibikei Gorge and delight in the granduer of the Konjikido (the Golden hall) at the Chuson-ji Temple, a national treasure.
APPLE PICKING & MT. NAKANO-MOMIJI Saturday, Oct. 31
On sale Wednesday, Sept. 9 Ages 12+, $45 Ages 4–11, $35 Ages 3 and under, $20
Pick some delicious apples right off the tree at Aomori Apple Orchard in the Tsugaru area around the foot of Mount Iwaki. The Tsugaru area is the largest apple producing region in Japan. Then visit Mt. Nakano-Momiji for its beautiful autumn foliage and to enjoy some light hiking.
Learn about the process of making wine. Enjoy lunch perfectly paired with a variety of local wine samples. Tour includes transportation, wine factory tour, lunch and tour escort.
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EDUCATION COMMISSIONING PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS & REQUIREMENTS Airman Scholarship and Commissioning Program (ASCP)
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Professional Officer CourseEarly Release Program (POC-ERP)
Two more years to earn a bachelor's degree? Too old for ASCP? POC-ERP may be your ticket!
Scholarships for Outstanding Airman (SOAR)
Separate from the active duty Air Force, join an Air Force ROTC detachment and become a full-time college student. Applications must be submitted no later than Oct. 15 each year, SOAR applications may be sent from MAJCOM only.
How to Apply Visit the application page at https://bit.ly/applyforcommissioning for more information. Can you apply for more than one program at a time? Sure! We encourage it. Apply for any and all enlisted commissioning programs you are eligible for, but if you are already selected for one program, you can not apply for another.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CENTER
Hybrid Course
Offered Online and at the Professional Development Center This course is based on providing Airmen with the process and requirements they need to retrain into a different career field. Being stationed overseas adds many eligibility demands for Airmen and this class will showcase what they are and the steps they need to take to accomplish them.
CCAF Graduation & Degree Recognition for Misawa Graduates during the period of Jan. 1, 2019–June 30, 2020
Wednesday, Sept. 16 3 p.m. Location changed to Hangar 911
Congratulations, graduates!
This year's graduation will highlight individuals who have earned their CCAF degree and recognize individuals who have earned their higher level degrees (associate, bachelor's, master's and Ph.D.s) from different schools. Contact MSgt Mustafa at 226-7829 to RSVP. 24 | September 2020
Overstreet memorial Library Banned Books Week Sunday, Sept. 27–Saturday, Oct. 3 "Censorship is a dead end. Find your freedom to read."
What is Banned Books Week? Banned Books Week is an annual event celebrating the freedom to read. The books featured during Banned Books Week have all been targeted for removal or restriction in libraries and schools. By focusing on efforts across the country to remove or restrict access to books, Banned Books Week draws national attention to the harms of censorship. Books are still being banned and challenged today. A challenge is an attempt to remove or restrict materials, based on the objections of a person or group. A banning is the removal of those materials.
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Misawa
Pet Kennel Dog Breed Guessing Contest Tuesday, Sept. 1–Wednesday, Sept. 30
How well do you know dogs? Test your breed knowledge with the Misawa Pet Kennel Breed Guessing Contest. We will post three dogs on Facebook @MisawaPetKennel. Try your best guess at what percentages of breeds make up each dog in the comments on the three posts. The person who has the best guess on each post at the end of the month will win a prize! There will be a prize awarded to each winner for each dog. Winners will be announced on the Misawa Pet Kennel Facebook page on Wednesday, Sept. 30.
Fun Fact
The percentage of full-blood genetics required for an animal to be considered purebred is usually above 87.5 percent. Purebreds are animals that have been bred up to purebred status as a result of using full-blood animals crossed with an animal of another breed.
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Walk/Run to the City Now–Wednesday, Sept. 30 Keep logging those miles while enjoying a walk or a run to the city of your choice and receive a prize! Morioka | 100 miles Sendai | 200 miles Tokyo | 350 miles Log your mileage from the treadmill, track or trail at the Potter Fitness Center front desk for every city you reach.
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Saturday, Sept. 12 | 8 a.m. Turf Field by Potter Fitness Center Ages 16+ with base access Four-person teams, at least one female per team Calling all warriors who feel they can face the challenge! Form a team and complete all of the boot camp activities collectively and quickly. The team with the swiftest overall completion time wins the battle of all battles. First, second and third place teams will win a prize! Sign up by Thursday, • 25 Pushups • Tunnel Vision Sept. 10 at the • 30 Situps • Truck Hustle Potter Fitness • Litter Carry • Tire Flip Center. • Shuttle Run • Inch Worm
Check out the group fitness classes offered every day at the Potter Fitness Center: https://35fss.com/fitness/ Classes such as Zumba, Yoga and Cardio Kick & Step are here to help you reach your fitness goals!
24-Hour Access 24-hour access is available at both the Potter and Freedom Fitness Centers for the following individuals, ages 18+: • • • • •
Active Duty DoD employees JASDF Above listed dependents MLC/IHA employees
Stop by the Potter and Freedom Fitness Centers during business hours to receive a 24-hour access card. There are separate 24/7 access cards for each fitness center. CACs are not compatible with the Potter Fitness Center system but can still be used for the Freedom Fitness Center. Look for 24-hour access coming to the Ironhand Community Fitness Center soon! Leisure TIMES | 27
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How did the Leisure Times begin? We’re on a quest to learn more about our beginning. We talked with Lead Designer, Wakouko Sato this month to learn more. Wakouko has worked in FSS Marketing & Publicity for 30 years and has designed some of the very first Leisure Times. She helped us dig into our archives and find out more.
You can get this magazine delivered to your mailbox for FREE! All new subscribers from now to the end of the year will be entered to win a prize. We’ll reveal the prize during our 12 Days of Cheer in December. Visit https://35fss.com/leisure-times/ to subscribe or look for subscription forms in FSS facilities.
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What were we doing in the Leisure Times this month in 1997? Talking about the 50th Anniversary of the Air Force. The Art Contest also had its 50th Anniversary, where Russel Samson took first place with his drawing of the “Tohoku Enlisted Club.” ITT was selling tickets to the Hirosaki Chrysanthemum Festival and the Club had Jazz and Dominoes in their Aomori Lounge on Sunday nights.
The Leisure Times began printing more than 40 years ago and was originally newspaper-style. Later, the magazine was printed on A4 size paper. The inside pages were black and white, with a semi-glossed color cover. Sizing and preference of the magazine was based on materials and budget available, and FSS commander preferences. Printing through the years was sustained through wartime, thousands of policy and personnel changes and the evolution of our FSS facilities to how you know them today.
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There are over 100 tasks that any car owner can accomplish on their own with some knowledge and practice. At the Auto Hobby Center you can learn how to use top-of-the line equipment alongside skilled mechanics to repair or improve your own set of wheels. Take advantage of their resources and skilled staff the next time you need a repair to your vehicle or if you’re looking to learn more about the art of auto repair. Here are some of the topics that the Auto Hobby staff can help you with:
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NEW CLASS TIMES Tuesdays & Thursdays | 4:30 p.m. Saturdays | 9 a.m.
These classes are 30 minutes long and break down fundamental safety procedures for working with car repair equipment, proper care and use of hand tools, vehicle components and awareness of others in a shop atmosphere, centered on Misawa Auto Hobby and Japan. After completing this class you can rent Auto Hobby Center stalls to complete your own car repairs. Call 226-4654 for more information.
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What do you wish the Misawa community knew about your programs? Our capabilities at the Wood Shop, hands down. The items that we can make in the Wood Shop are one-of-a-kind handmade creations. When teamed up with our Graphics Shop, we are the best of the best!
What is your best Wood Shop memory? There isn’t any one memory in particular that I would say is my favorite. My memories here in the Wood Shop mostly consist of sharing my love of the skill. I will always treasure watching a new person grow from taking the Wood Safety Class to creating their first finished woodworking piece with our guidance. Leisure TIMES | 29
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35 FSS NAF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE Bldg. 656 DSN: 226-3108 | Cell: 0176-77-3108 Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Closed the last Fri of every month, weekends & federal holidays CIVILIAN PERSONNEL SECTION Bldg. 656 DSN: 226-4621 | Cell: 0176-77-4621 Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Closed the last Fri of every month & federal holidays NAF ACCOUNTING OFFICE Bldg. 653 DSN: 226-4360 | Cell: 0176-77-4360 Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Private Organizations: 226-2777 MILITARY PERSONNEL SECTION Bldg. 653 DSN: 226-4002 | Cell: 0176-77-4002 Customer Support Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Closed weekends & federal holidays
AREA 35 Paintball, Skeet & Trap and Archery DSN: 226-9378 | Cell: 0176-77-9378 Sat & Sun 10 a.m.–5 p.m. ARTS & CRAFTS CENTER Retail Store & Ceramics Bldg. 1006, Bay 2 DSN: 226-6037 Tue‒Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Sun Noon–5 p.m. Closed Mon & federal holidays Frames & Graphics Bldg. 645 Tue‒Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Closed Sun, Mon & federal holidays Wood Shop Bldg. 645 DSN: 226-4279 | Cell: 0176-77-4279 Tue‒Fri Noon–8 p.m. Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Closed Sun, Mon & federal holidays AUTO COMPLEX Auto Hobby Center Bldg. 767 DSN: 226-4654 | Cell: 0176-77-4654 Emergency/towing: 080-1651-9308 Mon–Tues, Thurs–Sat 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Closed Wed, Sun & federal holidays Pit Stop Garage Bldg. 965 DSN: 226-9486 | Cell: 0176-77-9486 Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–4:45 p.m. Closed Sat, Sun & federal holidays BASE BEACH & MARINA Bldg. 1451 DSN: 226-9378 | Cell: 0176-77-9378 Gate Open Daily 5 a.m.–8 p.m. Marina Sat & Sun 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Closes for the season Sunday, Sept. 27
COMMUNITY COMMONS Bldg. 1006 DSN: 226-4128 | Cell: 0176-77-4128 Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–7 p.m. Sat & Sun Noon–7 p.m. PACAF Family Days 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Closed federal holidays EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES Bldg. 653, Rm. 203 DSN: 226-4201 | Cell: 0176-77-4201 Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–4 p.m. (by appointment only) Closed PACAF Family Days & federal holidays FAMILY CHILD CARE Bldg. 656, Rm. 1457 DSN: 226-2273 | Cell: 0176-77-2273 Mon–Fri 7:30–4:30 p.m. Closed weekends, PACAF Family Days & federal holidays FREEDOM FITNESS CENTER Bldg. 1962 DSN: 226-9987 | Cell: 0176-77-9987 Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Closed federal holidays, PACAF Family Days and exercises 24 hour access with card GOSSER GOLF COURSE Bldg.1464 DSN: 957-1563 | Cell: 080-1857-0087 Pro Shop Mon–Fri 6:45 a.m.–6 p.m. Sat & Sun 5:45 a.m.–6 p.m. Driving Range Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Closed Tuesdays 6–10 a.m. for maintenance Purchase tokens during Pro Shop hours All hours are weather permitting HIMBERG POOL Bldg. 625 DSN: 226-3152 | Cell: 0176-77-3152 Call ODR for Fish Bowl reservations Mon–Thu 6–10 a.m. | 11 a.m.–7 p.m. Fri 6–10 a.m. | 11 a.m.–8 p.m. Fri Closed 5–6 p.m. for maintenance Sat & Sun 8 a.m.–Noon | 1–5 p.m. PACAF Family Days open at 8 a.m. Closed federal holidays IRON HAND COMMUNITY FITNESS Bldg. 1006, Bay 3 DSN: 226-2062 Mon–Fri 5 a.m.–8 p.m. Sat & Sun 8 a.m.–8 p.m. Federal holidays & PACAF Family Days 8 a.m.–8 p.m. LEFTWICH PARK Near Security Hill, Open daily, dawn to dusk DSN: 226-9378 | Cell: 0176-77-9378 Call ODR to make a reservation LUNNEY YOUTH CENTER Bldg. 112 DSN: 226-3220 | Cell: 0176-77-3220 Office Hours Mon–Fri 11 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Youth Facility Hours Currently Closed MISAWA CLUB Bldg. 485/486 Administration Office: 226-9128 Cashiers’ Cage: 226-9122 Catering & Kanpai Reservations: 226-9124 Administration Office Hours Mon–Fri 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Catering Office Hours Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Closed for walk-ins, book via email at: yoshitomo.sasaki.jp@us.af.mil Cashiers’ Cage Hours Mon–Thu 9:30 a.m.–6 p.m. Fri 9:30 a.m.–10 p.m. Sat 4–10 p.m. MISAWA INN Bldg. 670 DSN: 222-0282 | Cell: 0176-66-0282 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
MISAWA ITT Bldg. 485 DSN: 226-3555 | Cell: 0176-77-3555 Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Closed Sat & Sun and federal holidays MISAWA PET KENNEL Bldg. 756 DSN: 226-2228 | Cell: 0176-77-2228, then 7-2228 Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Sat 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Closed every day from 1:30–2:30 p.m. Closed Sun & federal holidays MISAWA POST OFFICE Bldg. 519 DSN: 226-3492 | Cell: 0176-53-5181 Closed Sun & federal holidays Pick Up Window Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–6 p.m. | Sat 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Customer Service Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Official Mail Center Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Finance (includes shipping) Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–5 p.m. MISAWA TEEN CENTER Bldg. 626 DSN: 226-2792 | Cell: 0176-77-2792 Currently Closed OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTER Bldg. 973 DSN: 226-9378 | Cell: 0176-77-9378 Mon, Tues, Thu & Fri 8 a.m.–6 p.m. Sat & Sun 10 a.m.–2 p.m. PACAF Family Days 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Closed Wed & select federal holidays OVERSTREET MEMORIAL LIBRARY Bldg. 629 DSN: 226-4083 | Cell: 0176-77-3068 Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Closed federal holidays PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & FIRST TERM AIRMAN CENTER Bldg. 1006 DSN: 226-7829 | Cell: 0176-77-7829 Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (by appointment only) POTTER FITNESS CENTER Bldg. 622 DSN: 226-3982 | Cell: 0176-77-3982 Mon–Fri 5 a.m.–10 p.m. Sat & Sun 8 a.m.–8 p.m. Federal holidays & PACAF Family Days 8 a.m.–8 p.m. 24 hour access with card THE LODGE Bldg.1482 DSN: 226-9378 | Cell: 0176-77-9378 Open for private reservations Noon–11 a.m. next day Call ODR to make a reservation WALMSLEY BOWLING CENTER Bldg. 627 DSN: 957-1554 | Cell: 0176-77-8255 then 1-281-657-1554 Sun 11 a.m.–7 p.m. Mon–Thu 11 a.m.–9 p.m. Fri & Sat 11 a.m.–10 p.m. Federal holidays Noon–7 p.m. Closed until 5 p.m. rst Tue of each month for maintenance WEASELS’ DEN Bldg. 973 DSN: 226-9378 | Cell: 0176-77-9378 Arcade, The Barn, playground, running track, soccer eld Mon–Fri 5 a.m.–7 p.m. Sat 8 a.m.–7 p.m. Sun 10 a.m.–7 p.m. PACAF Family Days 5 a.m.–5 p.m. Reservations 7 a.m.–6 p.m. Closed federal holidays Call ODR to make a reservation
BUMPERS GRILL Walmsley Bowling Center | Bldg. 627 DSN: 957-1553 | Cell: 0176-77-8255 then 1-281-657-1553 Sun 11 a.m.–6:30 p.m. Mon–Thu 11 a.m.–8:30 p.m. Fri & Sat 11 a.m.–9:30 p.m. Federal holidays Noon–6:30 p.m. Closed until 5 p.m. rst Tues of each month for maintenance CAFÉ MOKUTEKI Bldg. 626 DSN: 957-1555 | Cell: 0176-77-8255 then 1-281-657-1555 Mon–Fri 6 a.m.–7 p.m. Sat & Sun 7 a.m.–7 p.m. Closed second Mon of each month for maintenance FALCON FEEDER DINING FACILITY Bldg. 3262 DSN: 226-1635 | Cell: 0716-77-1635 Breakfast 6:30–8 a.m. Lunch 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Dinner 6–8 p.m. Closed weekends & federal holidays FIT PIT Potter Fitness Center | Bldg. 622 DSN: 957-1561 | Cell: 0176-77-8255 then 1-281-657-1561 Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–6 p.m. FLIGHT KITCHEN DINING FACILITY Bldg. 624 DSN: 226-3889 Cell: 080-8207-0346 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Limited to crew members and anyone in a ight status as crew member or passengers from 1:30–4 a.m. call 080-8207-0346. GRISSOM DINING FACILITY Bldg. 624 DSN: 226-3889 Cell: 0176-77-3889 Breakfast Mon–Fri 5:30–8:30 a.m. Lunch Mon–Fri 10:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Dinner Mon–Fri 4:30–7:30 p.m. Night Everyday 10 p.m.–12:30 a.m. Brunch Sat & Sun 6:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Dinner Sat & Sun 5–7 p.m. Holiday Hours Brunch 6:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Dinner 5–7 p.m.
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AIRMAN & FAMILY READINESS CENTER Bldg. 656 DSN: 226-4735 | Cell: 0176-77-4735 Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Closed Thursdays at 2 p.m. for training
CHELI SCHOOL AGE CARE Bldg. 412 DSN: 226-2266 | Cell: 0176-77-2266 Starting Monday, Aug. 10 Care Mon–Fri 7 a.m.–5 p.m. Cashier Mon–Fri 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Closed weekends & federal holidays PACAF Family Days reservation only
LAKEVIEW GRILLE Gosser Golf Course | Bldg. 1464 DSN: 957-1564 | Cell: 0176-77-8255 then 7-1564 Every day 10:30 a.m.–2 p.m. Closed the third Mon of every month SPORTS BAR Misawa Club | Bldg. 485 DSN: 226-5058 Sun–Thurs 5–10 p.m. Fri–Sat 5 p.m.–2 a.m. T’S BURRITOS Misawa Club | Bldg. 485 DSN: 226-5096 Mon–Fri Breakfast 6:30–10 a.m. Mon–Fri Lunch 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Sat Breakfast 6:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Closed on Club maintenance days TOHOKU DINING ROOM Misawa Club | Bldg. 485 DSN: 226-9122 Mon–Fri Lunch 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Sunday Breakfast 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m. WILD WEASELS’ BAR & GRILL Misawa Club | Bldg. 485 DSN: 226-5062 Cell: 0176-77-5062 Fri–Sat 5–8:30 p.m.
YOIKO CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Bldg.10 DSN: 226-4666 | Cell: 0176-77-4666 Starting Monday, Aug. 10 Mon–Fri 7 a.m.–5 p.m. Closed weekends & federal holidays PACAF Family Days reservation only
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