Horizons | December 2023 by yokotafss

HORIZONS

ISSUE 12

YOKOTA AB, JAPAN Produced by the 374th Force Support Squadron

FROM THE 374 FSS!

NEW YEAR, NEW MENU!

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DECEMBER 2023 CHILI’S NEW MENU

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Club Events

10 | GUIDE TO T HE GRE AT OU T DOORS 11 SPOR TS & RECRE ATION

Outdoor Recreation (ODR) Tama Hills Recreation Area Golf

16 | CULT UR A L CONNEC TION 18

5 MOCHI REINDEER MAKING RIDDLES

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L IF E & L EISURE

Military & Family Readiness Center (M&FRC) Education & Training Center Arts & Crafts Aero Club/Flight Training Center (FTC) Library Auto Hobby Shop Vehicle Operations

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OFFICERS’ CLUB 225-8526 • Bldg. 31 /YokotaClubs

MEMBERS ONLY

ENLISTED CLUB 227-8820 • Bldg. 2066 /YokotaClubs

DINING

EVENTS

SEAFOOD NIGHT

TACO TUESDAY/KARAOKE

Wed • 13 Dec • 5–9 p.m. Chico’s Chop House Reservations Recommended Select from a menu of your seafood favorites and enjoy clam chowder, snow crab and more!

Tuesdays • 6–10 p.m. Shogun Lounge Adults Only

BUTCHER’S CHOICE Wed • 20 Dec • 5–9 p.m. Chico’s Chop House Reservations Recommended Dine-In Only Choose from lobster, pork chops, steaks and more. Side and dessert buffet are free for members and $5 for nonmembers with a $10 minimum purchase. Walk-ins available on a first come, first served basis.

EVENTS TRIVIA Thursdays • 6–8:30 p.m. Samurai Lounge • Ages 20 & Up Members: $10; Nonmembers: $15 Food available for trivia players.

WINGMAN WEDNESDAY & TRIVIA Wednesdays • 6–9 p.m. • $10 Shogun Lounge 75¢ per Wing Adults Only • Dine-In Only

KARAOKE NIGHT Fridays • 6–10 p.m. Shogun Lounge Adults Only

CHRISTMAS DAY BRUNCH

Mon • 25 Dec • 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Ohsawa Ballroom $28.75 Ages 13 & Up $12.95 Ages 6–12 Free Ages 5 & Under ‘Tis the season for a well-seasoned brunch. Enjoy honey baked ham, macaroni and cheese and a spread of your breakfast favorites as you celebrate the holiday.

ALL RANKS KIDS EAT FREE Tue • 5 Dec • 5–8 p.m. Chico’s & Charlie T’s • Dine-In Only Club member’s kids can enjoy a free meal from the kids menu.

RETIREE APPRECIATION DAY Fri • 29 Dec • Breakfast* or Lunch Officers’ & Enlisted Club Retirees receive 50% discount with the purchase of a breakfast or lunch entree. Must show proof of your Retiree ID card and club membership. *Breakfast is available only at the Enlisted Club.

ENLISTED CLUB All events listed below may only be attended by enlisted personnel and their families.

FRIDAY SOCIAL HOUR Fridays • 5–7 p.m. Free • Adults Only Socialize with friends and coworkers while enjoying hors d’oeuvres, drink specials and a progressive drawing.

OFFICERS’ CLUB All events listed below may only be attended by officer personnel and their families.

FRIDAY SOCIAL HOUR Fridays • 5–7 p.m. Free • Adults Only Socialize with friends and coworkers while enjoying hors d’oeuvres, drink specials and a progressive drawing.

LAST FRIDAY SOCIAL HOUR Last Friday of the Month • 5–7 p.m. Free • Adults Only Join the Officers’ Club for a special social hour. Cheers to the end of the work week with a variety of hors d’oeuvres, carving stations and the chance to win a prize from either a weekly drawing, progressive jackpot or monthly prizes.

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APRIL 2022

NOZAWA ONSEN OVERNIGHT TRIP Let ODR whisk you away into the winter wonderland of Nozawa Onsen, nestled in the snow-capped mountains of Nagano. Bask in the charm of traditional Japanese architecture while surrounded by modern amenities of some of Japan’s most popular resorts. THU–FRI • 25–26 JAN DEPART: 4 A.M.; 9 P.M. $150 • AGES 13 & UP SIGN UP BY: 11 JAN 2024

INCLUDES: TRANSIT, LODGING, DINNER & BREAKFAST * Lunch not included.

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SPORTS & RECREATION

Marunuma Day Ski & Snowboard Trip

Wed • 13 Dec • 4:45 a.m.–8 p.m. $80 • All Ages $55 • R4R Sign up by: 7 Dec Includes: Transit & Lift Ticket

OUTDOOR RECREATION

KAGURA DAY SKI & SNOWBOARD TRIP

OVERNIGHT TRIPS

DECEMBER

Sat • 16 Dec • 4 a.m.–9 p.m. $60 • All Ages Sign up by: 12 Dec Includes: Transit

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KURUMAYAMA DAY SKI & SNOWBOARD TRIP

Mon–Tue • 18–19 Dec Depart: 5 a.m.; Return: 8 p.m. $135 • All Ages (Advanced Skiers/Boarders Only) Sign up by: 4 Dec Includes: Transit, Lodging, First Track on Second Day, Dinner & Breakfast

225-4552 • Bldg. 564 /YokotaOutdoorRec /Yokota.ODR

Sat • 9 Dec • 4 a.m.–9 p.m. $95 • All Ages Sign up by: 5 Dec Includes: Transit & Lift Ticket

NIGHTER INDOOR SKI & SNOWBOARD AT SAYAMA Fri • 15 Dec • 5–10 p.m. $35 • Ages 9 & Up Sign up by: 12 Dec Includes: Transit & Lift Ticket *Tips and advice available from guide.

Wed • 20 Dec • 7 a.m.–7 p.m. $55 • All Ages Sign up by: 14 Dec Includes: Transit

OVERNIGHT TRIP AT KAGURA

*Lift tickets and lunch not included.

NAEBA THREE-DAY TRIP Sat–Mon • 23–25 Dec Depart: 5 a.m; Return: 8 p.m. $360 Ages 13 & Up $280 Ages 4–12 Sign up by: 9 Dec Includes: Transit, Lodging, Two Dinners & Breakfasts *Free lift ticket for ages 12 and under. Lunch not included.

HORIZONS

DECEMBER 2023

SPORTS & RECREATION

Joetsu Kokusai Overnight Trip

Sat–Sun • 6–7 Jan Depart: 5 a.m.; Return: 8 p.m. $260 Ages 13 & Up $220 Ages 3–12 Free Ages 2 & Under (No Bed) Sign up by: 22 Dec 2023 Includes: Transit, Lodging, Dinner, Breakfast & Two-Day Lift Ticket *Lunch not included.

JANUARY 2024 OVERNIGHT TRIPS SHIGA KOGEN THREE-DAY TRIP Sat–Mon • 13–15 Jan Depart: 4 a.m.; Return: 9 p.m. $370 Ages 13 & Up $320 Ages 4–12 Free Ages 3 & Under (No Bed) Sign up by: 23 Dec 2023 Includes: Transit, Lodging, Two Dinners & Breakfasts *Free lift ticket for ages 12 and under. Lunch not included.

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NOZAWA ONSEN OVERNIGHT TRIP Thu–Fri • 25–26 Jan Depart: 4 a.m.; 9 p.m. $150 • Ages 13 & Up Sign up by: 11 Jan 2024 Includes: Transit, Lodging, Dinner & Breakfast *Lunch not included.

FEBRUARY 2024 OVERNIGHT TRIPS HAKUBA CORTINA TWO-DAY TRIP Thu–Fri • 1–2 Feb Depart: 4 a.m.; Return: 9 p.m. $230 Ages 13 & Up $180 Ages 3–12 Sign-Up: 5 Dec 2023–18 Jan 2024 Includes: Transit, Lodging, Two-Day Lift Ticket, Dinner & Breakfast

SAPPORO SKI & SNOWBOARD FIVE-DAY TRIP Tue–Sat • 6–10 Feb Depart: 4:30 a.m.; Return: 8 p.m. $900 • Ages 3 & Up Sign up by: 8 Dec 2023 Includes: Transit to and from Sapporo, Ski Bag Delivery Fee, Lodging & Four Breakfasts *Lift tickets, dinner and lunch not included.

SHIGA KOGEN THREE-DAY TRIP Sat–Mon • 17–19 Feb Depart: 4 a.m.; Return: 9 p.m. $370 Ages 13 & Up $320 Ages 4–12 Free Ages 3 & Under (No Bed) Sign-up: 19 Dec 2023–3 Feb 2024 Includes: Transit, Lodging, Two Dinners & Two Breakfast *Free lift ticket for ages 12 and under. Lunch not included.

NATATORIUM

225-6133 • Bldg. 4338

THE 12 SETS OF LIFTMAS Fridays • 1–31 Dec • 8 a.m.–7 p.m. It’s beginning to look a lot like LIFTMAS! Stop by the Natatorium to complete the 12 fitness challenges and win a free t-shirt.

TAMA HILLS RECREATION AREA

Reservations/Lodging • 227-5230 Recreation • 227-5248

EVENTS S’MORES ON THE PATIO Fri • 29 Dec • 12–2 p.m. $3/Person (All You Can Eat) Melty marshmallow and rich chocolate sandwiched between graham grackers, made by you and for you!

TAMA LODGE DAY-BEFORE-CHRISTMAS FEAST Sun • 24 Dec • 11 & 11:30 a.m., 2 & 2:30 p.m., 5:30 & 6 p.m. Kiji Dining Room & Hillcrest Lounge Reservations Required $29.95 Ages 13 & Up $16.95 Ages 6–12 $6.95 Ages 3–5 Free Ages 2 & Under Keep your holiday hassle-free! Let Tama do the cooking for you and join us for a delicious Christmas meal. To reserve your time, dial DSN 227-5230.

APEX EVENT CENTER $80/Day + $40/Additional Day Tama Hills’ newest event center is the perfect place for your next team-building event! Featuring 72 seats, a projector and an industrial kitchen, the APEX is the pinnacle of Tama’s facilities.

Pounding Rice Cake: Mochi-Tsuki

Sat • 30 Dec • 11 a.m., 12 p.m. & 1 p.m. $5/Family Experience and embrace traditional Japanese mochi-making. Afterwards, enjoy oshiruko, a traditional sweet mochi dessert. For reservations, dial DSN 227-5230 for or visit the Tama Lodge front desk.

9-Ounce Grilled Chicken: $16 BBQ Pork Half-Slab: $25 Eating BBQ in the cabins has never been so easy. Allow Kiji Dining to do all the cooking for you so you have more time to relax. Call in your order before 5 p.m. and we’ll have it ready for pick up at Tama Lodge between 5 and 8 p.m. Meals include three sides.

YOKOTA GOLF CENTER

Tama Hills Golf Course • 042-374-2811 Yokota Golf Center • 225-8815 /TamaHillsGolfCourse

TAMA HILLS GOLF COURSE RETIREE DAY Tuesdays Free 9-hole cart rental.

LADIES DAY Thursdays Reduced cart and green fees.

THE LONGEST DRIVE/CLOSEST TO THE PIN COMPETITION Saturdays Win green fees or a cart rental for hitting your ball the farthest or closest to the hole. Save on green fees with an annual pass! Contact Tama Golf for more details.

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OPERATION 36 GOLF PROGRAM Thursdays • 3–4 p.m. *$100/year • Ages 6–17 Thursdays • 4–5 p.m. $250 • Ages 18 & Up Operation 36 Golf is an instructional program that will create a strong technical foundation for beginner golfers and sharpen the skills of experienced players. Guided by PGA instructors, Operation 36 will improve your scores and keep you motivated! *Cost may vary based on 3-, 6- or 12-month program registration.

TRACKMAN GOLF: MONTHLY TOURNEY $20/Round Take on some of the most exclusive courses on the Trackman Simulator. Call the Yokota Golf Center to reserve your time.

RETIREE DAY Mondays 50% off green fees.

FAMILY FUN DAY Sundays Kids ages 6 through 13 play free when accompanied by a parent.

Four-Person Team Holiday Scramble

Sat • 9 Dec • 8 a.m.–1 p.m. $35* • All Ages The most popular group format! Choose your own four-person team and share each other’s best shots to produce the lowest winning score. Bad shots that find the wild boar will also win prizes. *Cart and green fees not included.

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DECEMBER 2023

SPORTS & RECREATION

GOLF

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HELLO KITTY LAND SANRIO PUROLAND SUN • 17 DEC

Step into the whimsical world of Sanrio Puroland, or Hello Kitty

Land, and indulge in all the cuteness of Hello Kitty and friends! This multi-story theme park is home to several attractions, restaurants, and musicals all dedicated to the beloved Kitty and her crew. Whether you’re a fan or a family looking for a day out, this trip is purr-fect for you!

COST BY AGE GROUP: $55 (18 & Up) $45 (3–17) $25 (2 & under if a seat is needed) ITINERARY: Depart Odaiba Return

9 a.m. 10:30 a.m.–4 p.m. 5:30 p.m.

Tour cost includes bus transportation and admission to Hello Kitty Land.

For updates on all things ITT, visit

/YokotaITT.

For detailed information on ITT’s upcoming tours, visit YokotaFSS.com/ITT. 227-7083 • Bldg. 327

HORIZONS

DECEMBER 2023

LIFE & LEISURE MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS CENTER (M&FRC) 225-8725/042-507-6548 • Bldg. 535 /YokotaMFRC1

SINGLE AIRMAN COOKING CLASS Thu • 7 & 21 Dec • 5:30–7 p.m. Get out of the dorms and get some grub! Cook local recipes like sushi, gyoza, okonomiyaki and more. Eat what you prepare! Call M&FRC or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil to register.

SPONSORSHIP TRAINING To register for classes, courses, events and workshops, please scan the QR code or contact the M&FRC.

PERSONAL & WORK LIFE BUNDLES FOR BABIES Thu • 7 Dec • 8 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Expecting a baby? Have a newborn? Connect with other new parents and learn about the resources available to you. DEERS registration, health topics, cost of raising a child, and base services and agencies will be discussed. Participants will receive a gift card for their precious bundle compliments of the Air Force Aid Society. Registration is required.

KEY SPOUSE MENTOR TRAINING Mon • 11 Dec • 9–10 a.m. Coach the up-and-coming Key Spouses on best practices for the program. Participants must be mentors nominated by their commander.

KEY SPOUSE COOKIE EXCHANGE

LIFE & LEISURE

Tue • 12 Dec • 5–6:30 p.m. Make your favorite holiday cookie recipe and bring a batch to share with your fellow Key Spouses! Registration is not required.

FINANCIAL READINESS ONE-ON-ONE WITH PFR Meet with our Professional Financial Readiness Manager to discuss budgeting, emergency funds, debt reduction strategies and investments. Call M&FRC to schedule an appointment.

Fri • 8 Dec • 9–10 a.m. Sponsoring a newcomer to Yokota Air Base? Learn essential tools to help newcomers successfully transition into the Yokota community. This workshop is open to all individuals stationed at Yokota. Newly appointed active-duty sponsors must complete the eSAT online training prior to attending the Sponsorship Training Workshop. Registration is required.

PLAN MY MOVE Fri • 8 Dec • 10:30–11:30 a.m. PCSing out of Yokota? Learn essential tools to ensure a smooth transition to your next duty station. Registration is required. Call M&FRC or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil to register.

TIPS FOR TEACHING ENGLISH Mon • 11 Dec • 1:30–2:30 p.m. Ages 18 & Up Learn how to teach English to local Japanese speakers. Registration is required.

JAPANESE COOKING CLASS Tue • 12 Dec • 12–1:30 p.m. Learn a delicious local recipe! Registration is required.

WALKING IMMERSION TOUR Thu • 14 & 28 Dec • 1:30–4 p.m. Walk to Fussa and enjoy some local shopping while learning about shrines, temples and riding the train. Registration is required.

SINGLE AIRMAN IMMERSION TOUR

EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY MEMBER PROGRAM

Fri • 15 Dec • 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Join M&FRC on a trip to Ome and learn about Japanese culture, local shopping and riding the train. Registration is required.

EFMP EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOP

SURVIVAL JAPANESE

Thu • 7 Dec • 10–11 a.m. Come listen to the experts speak on various educational topics.

Tuesdays • 6–7 p.m. Learn basic Japanese words and phrases to navigate on your own off base.

EFMP SENSORY PLAY GROUP

NEWCOMERS ORIENTATION

Thu • 14 Dec • 9–10 a.m. Bring your children for some creative play and craft time.

RELOCATION PROGRAM JAPANESE CUSTOMS & COURTESIES Mon • 4 Dec • 1:30–3 p.m. Learn Japanese etiquette so you can feel more at ease exploring off base. Registration required.

HORIZONS DECEMBER 2023

Wednesdays • 8 a.m.–3 p.m. (Day 1) Thursdays • 8 a.m.–1 p.m. (Day 2) Newcomers Orientation is a mandatory program for all active-duty personnel new to Yokota. DoD civilians and spouses are highly encouraged to attend both days but should at least attend Day 2 to learn about resources available to them. Call the M&FRC or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil to register. Call Pass & Registration at 225–8333 to register for the Thursday Driver’s Course.

READINESS PRE-DEPLOYMENT BRIEFING

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR EMPLOYMENT FUNDAMENTALS OF CAREER TRANSITION (EFCT)

Mon • 11 Dec • 2–4 p.m. A mandatory briefing for those deploying or going TDY for more than 30 days. Spouses are highly encouraged to attend to learn about the different challenges they may experience and the resources available to ease deployment related stress. Registration is required.

Fri • 8 Dec • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Learn about the fundamentals of civilian employment ranging from resume building to accepting a job offer. This is a congressionally mandated course. Contact M&FRC to schedule.

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR EMPLOYMENT WORKSHOP

GREEN TEA FOR THE DEPLOYMENT SOUL

Mon–Tue • 11–12 Dec • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Take a deeper look into the civilian workforce with this two-day employment track. Members will focus on transitioning to a civilian career by identifying career goals and skills, developing and building their personal brand, exploring federal hiring, preparing for interviews and navigating job offers. Contact M&FRC to schedule.

Every Third Monday • 3–4 p.m. Share your deployment experiences with others who understand. Food and drinks (including green tea) will be provided.

MEDITATION MONDAYS Mondays • 12–12:30 p.m. Recenter and refocus with M&FRC. Bring your own meditation pillow, yoga mat, and/or blanket. No experience necessary.

REINTEGRATION BRIEFING By Appointment Only A mandatory briefing for those returning from deployment. Spouses are highly encouraged to attend to understand the five stages of reintegration and how to best cope with the new normal. Registration is required.

TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM In compliance with NDAA 19, all service members are required to complete initial counseling and pre-separation counseling no later than 365 days prior to the end of their contract. Come ready for the bird’s eye view of employment assistance, relocation entitlements, education resources, health care options and veteran’s benefits. Registration is required. Call the M&FRC or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil.

VA BENEFITS AND SERVICES Fri • 15 Dec • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Members will be provided with information regarding their benefits from a Veterans’ Affairs advisor. This is a congressionally mandated course. Contact M&FRC to schedule.

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR CAREER AND CREDENTIALING EXPLORATION WORKSHOP Mon–Tue • 18–19 Dec • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. The Department of Labor’s two-day track is for those who want to explore their interests, values, and aptitudes to make informed career decisions. This course is perfect for those who are seeking to identify credentials and qualifications needed for various occupations of interest. Topics covered in this class include vocational training, career assessments, labor markets, career action plans and more. Members will need to contact the M&FRC to schedule with a TAP counselor.

EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Mon–Tue • 4–5 Dec • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Conducted by the Small Business Administration, members will receive an overview of opening a new business, growing an existing business or managing one as they transition from military to civilian life. Members will need to contact the M&FRC to schedule with a TAP counselor.

FEDERAL JOBS APPLICATION AND RESUME WRITING WORKSHOP

PRE-SEPARATION BRIEFING Mon • 4 & 18 Dec • 8–11 a.m. Pre-separation counseling should be accomplished early in the transition process, but no later than 365 days from separation. This briefing ensures members are informed of the entitlements and benefits available to assist them, their family members and significant others with the transition to civilian life. This is a congressionally mandated course. Members will need to contact M&FRC to schedule with a tap counselor.

Thu • 14 Dec • 9–10 a.m. Explore Kathryn Troutman’s 10 Steps to Federal Employment, including tips on how to obtain federal employment through USAJobs and curating an effective resume. Call 225-8726 or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil to register.

DOD TRANSITION DAY Tue • 5 & 19 Dec • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. DoD Transition Day provides an overview of skills and information to help members prepare for their transition and is separated into three modules: Managing Your Transition, Military Occupational Code Crosswalk and Financial Planning for Transition. This is a congressionally mandated course. Members will need to contact the M&FRC to schedule with a TAP counselor.

TAP TALK Wed • 6 Dec • 7:30–8:30 a.m. Join M&FRC for free coffee and donuts while you network with other transitioning members. Learn about the successes and obstacles others have experienced while navigating the civilian sector.

HORIZONS

DECEMBER 2023

LIFE & LEISURE

BOOTS TO BUSINESS ENTREPRENEURSHIP WORKSHOP

EDUCATION & TRAINING CENTER

AERO CLUB/FLIGHT TRAINING CENTER (FTC)

MILITARY TA BRIEFING

225-8988 • Bldg. 4304 /USAFYokotaFlightTrainingCenter/AeroClub

225-4207 • Bldg. 316

Required for members using Tuition Assistance for the first time, and for members who received an Air Force Virtual Education Center (AFVEC) notification that a refresher briefing is required. Pre-registration is required, to register or for questions email 374fss.fsde@us.af.mil.

MILITARY TESTING Bldg. 316 • Room 232, 233 & 239 Testing for AFCT/ AFOQT/ DLAB/ EDPT/ TAPAS/TBAS. Current testing information can be found at the Air Force Virtual Education Center (AFVEC) under Education Center News.

CDC TESTING & AIR FORCE DISTANCE LEARNING COURSES Bldg. 316 • Room 239 Contact your Unit Training Manager (UTM) for questions.

YOKOTA NATIONAL TEST CENTER Bldg. 316 • Room 230 & 250 Testing for CLEP/ DSST/ No-Military Testing To register or for questions email yokota-ntc-asia@umgc.edu.

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FLIGHT OVER TOKYO $200 Want to see the bright lights of Tokyo from the sky? The Aero Club can show you the big city in an hour-long piloted flight. Three passenger maximum. Weight restrictions may apply. Tour flights must be scheduled in person, 24 hours in advance. Payment due at the time of scheduling.

LIBRARY

225-7490 • Bldg. 617 AirForceLibraries.LibGuides.com/Yokota/Home /YokotaLibrary

ORIGAMI TAKE & MAKE Fri • 1 Dec • 10 a.m. All Ages Master the art of paper folding. Collect a kit containing supplies and instructions to create your own origami project.

AIRMEN GAME DAY

Bldg. 316 • Room 232 & 233 Please contact your units Weighted Airmen Promotion System (WAPS) monitor for questions.

Sat • 2 & 16 Dec • 10:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Bored? Get out of the house or away from the dorms with Airmen Game Day! Choose from various tabletop games to play or check them out to continue the fun at home.

ARTS & CRAFTS CENTER

CONSTRUCTION CHAOS CLUB

225-7837 • Bldg. 334 /YokotaArtsAndCraftsCenter

PERSONALIZED HOLIDAY GIFTS

LIFE & LEISURE

Visit us in-store or give us a call to hear about the customization options available to you! Same day pickup is possible, so be sure to check out our options!

Tue • 5 & 12 Dec • 2–3 p.m. Ages 8 & Up Join us for free play with different STEAM toys.

LEGO LAB Wed • 6 & 13 Dec • 4–5 p.m. All Ages Calling all Master Builders! Join us for LEGO brick free play!

CHILDREN’S STORY TIME Thu • 7 & 14 Dec • 10:30–11 a.m. Recommended for Ages 2–5 Join us for 30 minutes of fun and adventure with our themed book reading, songs and more!

WINTER FEST Fri • 8 Dec • 3–4:30 p.m. Bring the entire family to get crafty and create homemade holiday decorations.

T-SHIRT TUESDAY Tue • 19 Dec • 10 a.m. Be one of the first 10 library customers to tell a library staff member at the front desk what your favorite book is and choose a free t-shirt. *Colors, slogans and sizes vary.

Holiday Gift Wrapping

5–23 Dec • $2/Box | $1.50/Box for Orders of Five or More Save yourself the time and hassle of holiday wrapping! Bring your favorite paper or pick some up at Arts & Crafts, then let the professionals handle the rest.

HORIZONS DECEMBER 2023

AUTO HOBBY SHOP 225-7623 • Bldg. 4086 /YokotaAutoHobbyShop

WINTERIZE SPECIAL Now–29 Feb 2024 Prepare your car for the winter weather! This limited time offer includes an engine oil and filter change, radiator flush, radiator cap and a check and top-off of all fluids. Auto Hobby will also check all belts, hoses, the charging system, vehicle undercarriage and perform a tire pressure check and adjustment.

VEHICLE OPERATIONS 225-7720 • Bldg. 1290

LIFE & LEISURE

HORIZONS

DECEMBER 2023

HORIZONS

OCTOBER 2023

PRE-SEPARATION BRIEFING M&FRC • 8–11 a.m. CAREER & CREDENTIALING (DAY 1) M&FRC • 8 a.m.–4 p.m.

CHRISTMAS DAY BRUNCH Enlisted Club • 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

DOL WORKSHOP (DAY 1) M&FRC • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. KEY SPOUSE MENTOR TRAINING M&FRC • 9–10 a.m. TIPS FOR TEACHING ENGLISH M&FRC • 1:30–2:30 p.m. PRE-DEPLOYMENT BRIEFING M&FRC • 2–4 p.m.

DOL WORKSHOP (DAY 2) M&FRC • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. JAPANESE COOKING CLASS M&FRC • 12–1:30 p.m. KEY SPOUSE COOKIE EXCHANGE M&FRC • 5–6:30 p.m.

BUTCHER’S CHOICE Chico’s • 5–9 p.m.

SEAFOOD NIGHT Chico’s • 5–9 p.m.

TAP TALK M&FRC • 7:30–8:30 a.m.

Wednesday

WALKING IMMERSION TOUR M&FRC • 1:30–4 p.m.

SINGLE AIRMAN COOKING CLASS M&FRC • 5:30–7 p.m.

EFMP SENSORY PLAY GROUP M&FRC • 9–10 a.m. FEDERAL APPLICATION & RESUME WORKSHOP M&FRC • 9–11 a.m. WALKING IMMERSION TOUR M&FRC • 1:30–4 p.m.

RETIREE APPRECIATION DAY MOCHI-TSUKI Officers’ & Enlisted Club • Breakfast Tama Lodge • 11 a.m.–1 p.m. or Lunch S’MORES ON THE PATIO Tama Lodge • 12–2 p.m.

WINTER WONDERLAND Taiyo • 4:30–8:30 p.m. HOLIDAY SCRAMBLE Tama Golf • 8 a.m.–1 p.m.

VA BENEFITS AND SERVICES AIRMEN GAME DAY M&FRC • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Library • 10:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. SINGLE AIRMAN IMMERSION TOUR M&FRC • 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

EFCT M&FRC • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. SPONSORSHIP TRAINING M&FRC • 9–10 a.m. PLAN MY MOVE M&FRC • 10:30–11:30 a.m. WINTER FEST Library • 3–4:30 p.m.

AIRMEN GAME DAY Library • 10:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

1 ORIGAMI TAKE & MAKE Library • 10 a.m.

Saturday

Friday

LIFE & LEISURE

BUNDLES FOR BABIES M&FRC • 8 a.m.–12:30 p.m. SINGLE AIRMAN COOKING CLASS M&FRC • 5:30–7 p.m. CHRISTMAS MARKET Officers' Club • 5–8 p.m.

Thursday

SPORTS & RECREATION

For further details on all FSS events, please refer to the directed Horizons sections listed above. All facility programs, event hours and dates are subject to change. For further details on all FSS events, please refer to the directed Horizons sections listed above. All facility programs, event hours and dates are subject to change.

NYE: MONTE CARLO Enlisted Club • 6 p.m.–1 a.m. NYE: BOWLING PARTY Tomodachi Lanes • 9 p.m.–1 a.m.

DAY-BEFORE-CHRISTMAS FEAST Tama Lodge • 11 a.m.–6 p.m.

CAREER & CREDENTIALING (DAY 2) M&FRC • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. DOD TRANSITION DAY M&FRC • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. T-SHIRT TUESDAY Library • 10 a.m.

BOOTS TO BUSINESS (DAY 2) M&FRC • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. DOD TRANSITION DAY M&FRC • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. KIDS EAT FREE Chico’s & Charlie T’s • 5–8 p.m.

PRE-SEPARATION BRIEFING M&FRC • 8–11 a.m. BOOTS TO BUSINESS (DAY 1) M&FRC • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. JAPANESE CUSTOMS & COURTESIES M&FRC • 1:30–3 p.m.

Tuesday

Monday

ENTERTAINMENT & DINING

Sunday

DEC

Enlisted Club • 10 p.m.–1 a.m.

BAR MUSIC

Enlisted Club • 9 a.m.–8 p.m.

TABLETOP GAME DAY

SATURDAYS

Enlisted Club • 10 p.m.–1 a.m.

BAR MUSIC

Enlisted Club • 6–10 p.m.

KARAOKE NIGHT

Officers’ Club & Enlisted Club • 5–7 p.m.

FRIDAY SOCIAL HOUR

FRIDAYS

Officers’ Club • 6–10 p.m.

THURSDAY NIGHT TRIVIA

Enlisted Club • 6–10 p.m.

TEXAS HOLD’EM

MFRC • 10–11 a.m.

PRE–DEPLOYMENT BRIEFING

M&FRC • 8 a.m.–12 p.m.

NEWCOMERS ORIENTATION (DAY 2)

THURSDAYS

Enlisted Club • 6–9 p.m.

WINGMAN WEDNESDAY & TRIVIA

M&FRC • 8 a.m.–4 p.m.

NEWCOMERS ORIENTATION (DAY 1)

WEDNESDAYS

Enlisted Club • 6–10 p.m.

TACO TUESDAY/KARAOKE

M&FRC • 6–7 p.m.

SURVIVAL JAPANESE

TUESDAYS

Enlisted Club • 6–10 p.m.

TABLETOP GAME NIGHT

M&FRC • 12–12:30 p.m.

MEDITATION MONDAYS

MONDAYS

ONGOING EVENTS

DECEMBER CLASS SCHEDULE ARTS & CRAFTS • 225-7837

CRAFTS WOODWORKING ORIENTATION & SAFETY CLASS FOR BEGINNERS

JAPANESE CRAFTS

Instructor: Seiji Kobayashi

ART OF JAPANESE GIFT WRAPPING

DATE

TIME

AGES

COST

Instructor: Mao Kurosu

Sat 2

9:45 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

16 & Up

$10/Session

DATE

TIME

Fri 1

10:30 a.m.–12 p.m.

AGES

COST

18 & Up

$12/Session ($5 Material Fee)

MACRAMÉ & HAMMOCK SWING Instructor: Sachiyo Takayama DATE

DECORATIVE OBI TYING

Fri 8 & 15

Instructor: Mao Kurosu DATE

TIME

Sat 2 (Obi Wall Hanging)

AGES

10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. 18 & Up

TIME

3–5 p.m.

AGES

COST

18 & Up

$25/Session ($10 Material Fee /Macramé $15/Material Fee/Hammock)

COST

$30/Session

QUILTING AND NEEDLEWORKS QUILTING TECHNIQUES

JAPANESE FABRIC DYEING

Instructor: Etsuko Iitaka

Instructor: Mariko Takatori DATE

Fri 15

TIME

AGES

1–3 p.m.

18 & Up

3:30–5 p.m.

6–17

COST

$22/Session ($30 Material Fee) $11/Session ($30 Material Fee)

TIME

AGES

COST

Thu 7, 14 & 21

4:30–6 p.m.

18 & Up

$10/Session

BONSAI PRUNING CLASS

Fri 1

TIME

3:30–4:30 p.m.

AGES

COST

11–15

$45/Four Sessions (Materials Included)

Instructor: Shigeru Ayuha

DATE

TIME

AGES

COST

Sat 9

10 a.m.–12 p.m.

18 & Up

$6/Session ($25 Material Fee)

FINE ARTS BEGINNING WATERCOLOR Instructor: Hiromi Ogawa DATE

TIME

AGES

COST

Wed 6, 13 & 27

1:30–3:30 p.m. 3:30–5:30 p.m.

18 & Up 6 & Up

$20/Session ($5 Material Fee)

ACRYLIC PAINT CLASS Instructor: Melissa Bolin

DECEMBER 2023

CERAMICS/POTTERY

INTRODUCTION TO WHEEL THROWING

Instructor: Satoru Yamaguchi

COST

$10/Session

DATE

HORIZONS

AGES

18 & Up

Instructor: Shigeru Ayuha

Instructor: Taka Uno

Sat 9

TIME

4–6 p.m.

INTRODUCTION TO CLAY FOR TEENS

SHODO (JAPANESE CALLIGRAPHY)

DATE

Tue 5 & 19

TIME

AGES

COST

3–6 p.m.

18 & Up

$33/Session, Materials Included

DATE

Fri 1

TIME

5–6:30 p.m.

AGES

COST

16 & Up

$48/Four Sessions (Materials Included)

NATATORIUM • 225-6133

YIN YOGA Instructor: Lynn Babiera

BALLET STUDIO

DATE

Instructor: Chinatsu Hoshino DAY

TIME

AGES

COST

Tue

11–11:45 a.m. 3:30–4:30 p.m. 6:30–7:30 p.m. 3:30–4:30 p.m. 4:30–5:15 p.m. 3:30–4:15 p.m 4:15–5 p.m. 5–6 p.m

3–4 9 & Up Adult 6 & Up 3–4 3–4 5 & Up 6 & Up

$45/Month/4 Classes $55/Month/4 Classes $50/Month/4 Classes $55/Month/4 Classes $45/Month/4 Classes

DAY

TIME

AGES

COST

Tue

10:15–10:45 a.m.

18 Months–3

$35/Month/4 Classes

Wed Thu Fri

$45/Month/4 Classes $55/Month/4 Classes

MOMMY & ME

POINTE SHOES DAY

TIME

AGES

COST

Wed

4:30–5:15 p.m.

9 & Up

$45/Month/4 Classes

HAWAIIAN KEIKI HULA TIME

Mon

3–3:45 p.m.

AGES

COST

5–12

$35/4 Classes, $10/Walk-In

DAY

Wed Fri

COST

18 & Up

$56/Month/8 Classes, $28/Month/4 Classes, $8/Walk-In

VINYASA FLOW Instructor: Lynn Babiera DAY

TIME

AGES

COST

Mon

5:25–6:25 p.m. 9–10 a.m. 6:25–7:25 p.m. 10–11 a.m.

18 & Up

$56/Month/8 Classes, $28/Month/4 Classes, $8/Walk-In

Tue Fri

ZUMBA® Instructor: Eri Ogido DAY

TIME

Tue

5:15–6:15 p.m.

Thu

5:30–6:30 p.m.

AGES

COST

18 & Up

$30/Month/8 Classes, $15/Month/4 Classes, $5/Walk-In

BRAZILIAN JIU JUTSU Instructor: Uluh TIME

AGES

COST

6:30–8 p.m

18 & Up

$70/Month, $10/Class

TIME

AGES

COST

6:30–8:30 p.m.

18 & Up

$70/Monthly, $10/Class

Mon

Instructor: Rodrigo Taniguti

Tue/Thu

10–11 a.m.

DAY

JIU JITSU

Mon

Thu

AGES

SAMURAI FITNESS CENTER • 225-8890

Instructor: Midori Sudo DAY

TIME

Wed

TIME

AGES

COST

5–6 p.m. 6–7:30 p.m. 12–1:30 p.m. 4–5 p.m. 5–6 p.m. 6–7:30 p.m. 5–6 p.m. 6–7:30 p.m. 5–6 p.m. 6–7:30 p.m.

9–15 Adult (Advanced*) Adult (Basic) 6–8 9–15 Adult (Basic) 9–15 All Ages 9–15 (Competition) Adult (Advanced*)

$50/Month/8 Classes $30/Month/4 Classes $60/Month/8 Classes

DANZAN RYU JIU JITSU

$50/Month/8 Classes

Instructor: Marcos Baca

$60/Month/8 Classes $50/Month/8 Classes $30/Month/4 Classes $25/Month/4 Classes $30/Month/4 Classes

*Gi (traditional two-piece garment) is not required for Adult (Advanced) class.

ADULT SWIM

Thu

DAY

Tue Thu

MORNING FLOW YOGA Instructor: Jaqueline DAY

Mon

TIME

9:30–10:30 a.m.

AGES

COST

16 & Up

$32/8 Classes, $17/4 Classes, $5/Class

Instructor: Mikito Kuimara, Kei Yamamoto, Kengo Shimakura DAY

TIME

AGES

COST

Wed

6:15 - 7:15 a.m.

Basics

$65/Month

Instructor: Shotaro Shimazaki

Mon–Fri

Wed

TIME

AGES

COST

5–6 a.m.

Advanced

6–7 a.m.

Intermediate

$75/5 Days Weekly, $50/3 Days Weekly

Instructor: Kazuma & Gyoko Itaki Wed Sat

AGES

3–3:40 p.m. 3:45–4:45 p.m. 10:40–11:30 a.m. 11:40 a.m.–12:20 p.m.

5–6 7 & Up 5–6

COST

$65/Month/8 Classes, $40/Month/4 Classes

5:15–6:15 p.m.

AGES

COST

16 & Up

$32/8 Classes, $17/4 Classes, $5/Class

Instructor: Jaqueline

Wed

TIME

VINYASA FLOW DAY

TRADITIONAL KARATE DAY

Instructor: Jaqueline DAY

MASTER SWIM DAY

VIN & YIN YOGA

TIME

5:15–6:15 p.m.

AGES

COST

16 & Up

$32/8 Classes, $17/4 Classes, $5/Class

HORIZONS

DECEMBER 2023

SLOW FLOW YOGA

HAWAIIAN HULA

Instructor: Jaqueline DAY

Instructor: Midori Sudo TIME

Thu

5:15–6:15 p.m.

AGES

COST

16 & Up

$32/8 Classes, $17/4 Classes, $5/Class

YIN YOGA TIME

Wed

TIME

11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Mon

12:30–1:30 p.m.

6:25–7:25 p.m.

AGES

COST

16 & Up

$32/8 Classes, $17/4 Classes, $5/Class

ZUMBA® DATE

TIME

AGES

COST

Wed

10–11 a.m.

16 & Up

$30/8 Classes, $5/Class

TAIYO • 225-6955 Instructor: Rika Taniguchi

Instructor: Taketo Ippei Nishi BASIC JAPANESE* DAY

TIME

AGES

COST

Tue

5:20–6 p.m.

8 & Up

$50/4 Classes

DAY

TIME

AGES

COST

Tue

6–6:40 p.m.

8 & Up

$50/4 Classes

BEGINNER PLUS JAPANESE DAY

TIME

AGES

COST

Tue

6:40–7:20 p.m.

8 & Up

$50/4 Classes

DAY

TIME

AGES

COST

Tue

7:20–8 p.m.

8 & Up

$50/4 Classes

*No Japanese language experience necessary.

GROUP LESSONS DAY

TIME

AGES

COST

Tue

Level 1 • 11–11:50 a.m. Level 2 • 12–12:50 p.m.

Ages 18 & Up

$50 /4 Lessons/Month

DAY

KAYOKO’S SCHOOL OF BALLET Instructor: Kayoko Hara BALLET & TAP

PRIVATE LESSONS* TIME

Mon–Fri

10 a.m.–7 p.m.

Sat

10 a.m.–5 p.m.

AGES

5 & Up

COST

$70/30 min; $120/60 min $35/One time/ 4 Lessons/Month

*Parents must remain in room with minors.

DAY

TIME

AGES

COST

4–5 3–4

$80/Month/8 Classes, $50/Month/4 Classes

TIME

AGES

COST

5–6 p.m.

6 & Up All Ages (Advanced) 5–6

6–7 p.m.

7 & Up

11:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m.

15 & Up

$60/Month/4 Classes, $17/Class

6–7 p.m.

7 & Up

$80/Month/8 Classes, $50/Month/4 Classes

TIME

AGES

COST

7–7:40 p.m.

All Ages (Advanced)

$40/Month/4 Classes

TIME

AGES

COST

6 & Up

$80/Month/8 Classes, $50/Month/4 Classes

Mon

4–5 p.m.

Wed BALLET DAY

GUITAR

Mon

6–7 p.m.

Instructor: Hiroshi Kishimine PRIVATE LESSONS DAY

Wed TIME

Lesson Slots From 1–8 p.m.

AGES

6–12 13 & Up

COST

$105/4 Lessons/Hour, $95/4 Lessons/45 Min., $80/4 Lessons/30 Min. $120/4 Lessons/Hour, $105/4 Lessons/45 Min., $90/4 Lessons/30 Min.

GROUP LESSONS* DAY

Lesson Slots From 1–8 p.m.

HORIZONS DECEMBER 2023

Thu

AGES

6–12 13 & Up

COST

$80/4 Lessons/Hour, $70/4 Lessons/45 Min., $60/4 Lessons/30 Min. $90/4 Lessons/Hour, $80/4 Lessons/45 Min., $70/4 Lessons/30 Min.

$80/Month/8 Classes, $50/Month/4 Classes

TOE SHOES DAY

TIME

*Minimum of five participants; maximum of 10. Please contact Taiyo in advance to reserve a spot.

$40/Month, $12/Class

INTERMEDIATE JAPANESE/SPECIAL TOPICS

ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES (ESOL)

Mon & Wed

COST

BEGINNER JAPANESE

Instructor: Eri Ogido

Mon & Wed

AGES

18 & Up (Advanced) 18 & Up (Beginner)

JAPANESE LANGUAGE

Instructor: Jaqueline DAY

DAY

Mon Wed Thu JAZZ & TAP DAY

Thu

5–6 p.m.

PIANO

YOKOTA DANCE COMPANY*

Instructor: Mie Fujimori

Instructor: Jason Angove

PRIVATE LESSONS

HIP HOP

DAY

TIME

Mon–Fri

Lesson Slots From 10 a.m.–8 p.m.

AGES

COST

5 & Up

$97/Month/4 Lessons/45 Min., $65/Month/4 Lessons/30 Min.

DAY

Fri

GROUP LESSONS* DAY

TIME

AGES

COST

Mon–Fri

Lesson Slots From 10 a.m.–8 p.m.

5 & Up

$40/Month/4 Classes

*Minimum of three students per class; maximum of six.

DAY

TIME

AGES

COST

Thu

6:30–7:30 p.m.

7 & Up

$20/Month, $7/Walk-In

TRADITIONAL KARATE Instructor: Yasushi Abe TIME

7–8 p.m. 9–9:40 a.m.

AGES

COST

6 & Up (All levels) 4–5 (Beginner) 4-5 (Advanced) & Sat 9:40–10:25 a.m. 6 & Up (Beginner) 10:30–11:30 a.m. 6 & Up (Advanced)

$60/Month/8 Classes, $40/Month/4 Classes

Instructor: Kohei Takeda TINY TUMBLERS DAY

TIME

AGES

COST

Mon Wed Thu

4:10–4:40 p.m.

4–6

$45/Month

ADVANCED TUMBLING DAY

TIME

AGES

COST

Mon Thu

3–4 p.m.

7 & Up

$60/Month

DAY

TIME

AGES

COST

Mon

4:50–5:50 p.m. 3–4 p.m. 4:50–5:50 p.m. 4:50–5:50 p.m.

7 & Up

$55/Month

Wed

YOKOTA DANCE ANGELS

Thu

Instructor: Yoshie Sato

PIANO

K-POP DANCE

Tue

*Hip Hop private lessons are available for $35 (60 min).

LEVEL 1 & 2

*Multi-Student Family Discount: Each additional family member to sign up receives a $10 discount.

DAY

COST

GYMNASTICS & CHEER

Instructor: Ayako Hiruma

DAY

AGES

YOUTH PROGRAMS • 225-7441

TANABATA (TRADITIONAL JAPANESE FOLK DANCE)

Tue

TIME

3–3:45 p.m. Kindergarten 4–4:45 p.m. Beginner (Grades 1–2) $45/Month/4 Classes 5–5:45 p.m. Elementary (Grades 3–4) 6–7 p.m. Intermediate (Grades 5 & Up)

TIME

AGES

COST

4:30–5:15 p.m.

7–10

5:15–6 p.m.

11 & Up

$70/Month/8 Classes, $40/Month/4 Classes

Instructor: Maki Hashimoto DAY

TIME

Mon–Fri

Lesson Slots From 2:30–5:30 p.m.

AGES

COST

5 & Up

$60/Month/ 4 Lessons/30 Min.

THEME PARK PARADE DANCE DAY

Wed

TIME

AGES

COST

5:45–6:30 p.m.

7–10

6:30–7:15 p.m.

11 & Up

$70/Month/8 Classes, $40/Month/4 Classes

*Maximum: 20 Participants/Class

HORIZONS

DECEMBER 2023

SIJAN

DIRECTORY OF SERVICES AERO CLUB/FLIGHT TRAINING 225-8988 • BLDG. 4304 (ASHIYA TLF TOWER) Tue–Sat 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Sun/Mon/Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal

ARTS & CRAFTS CENTER

225-7837 • BLDG. 334 Tue–Sat 9:30 a.m.–6 p.m. Sun/Mon/Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal

AUTO HOBBY SHOP

225-7623 • BLDG. 4086 Sun–Sat* 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Fam/Exr Normal Hol Closed

FAM PACAF Family Down Day / EXR Exercise / HOL Holiday

FAMILY CHILD CARE OFFICE 225-8810 • BLDG. 3015 Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Sat/Sun/Hol/Fam Closed Exr Normal

FLIGHT KITCHEN

225-9006 • BLDG. 335 Daily Open 24 Hours

FSS TRAINING INSTITUTE

225-8105/8106 • BLDG. 316 RM. 132, 133, 141 & 144 DSN FAX : 225-2060 Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Sat/Sun/Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal

INFORMATION, TICKETS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS & TRAVEL KIBO CDC • TEMPORARILY RELOCATED TO YUME YUME CDC • 225-8810 • BLDG. 3015 Mon–Fri 6:30 a.m.–6 p.m. Exr 5:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m. Sat/Sun/Hol/Fam Closed

CIVILIAN PERSONNEL

225-3901 • BLDG. 316 • RM. 217 EMPLOYEE RELATIONS • 225-3916 ALLOWANCES • 225-3906 Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–3 p.m. Sat/Sun/Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal

EDUCATION & TRAINING CENTER

EDUCATION SERVICES • 225-4207 BLDG. 316 Mon/Tue 8 a.m.–3 p.m. Wed 8 a.m.–12 p.m. Thu/Fri 8 a.m.–3 p.m. Sat/Sun/Hol/Fam Closed

ENLISTED CLUB

227-8820 • BLDG. 2066 BARBER SHOP • 227-8829 Mon–Sat (Incl. Exr) 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Sun/Hol Closed Fam Normal BUSINESS OFFICE & CATERING Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Sat/Sun/Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal CASHIERS CAGE Mon–Sun 10a.m.–8 p.m. Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal SHOGUN LOUNGE Sun–Thu 4–10 p.m. Fri 4 p.m.–1 a.m. Sat 5 p.m.–1 a.m. Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal SPECTRUM LOUNGE Fri–Sat 9 p.m.–1 a.m.

227-7083 • BLDG. 327 LOCAL TOURS DESK: 227-7084 Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Sat 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Sun/Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal NIGHT FLIGHT TRAVEL AGENCY 225-6993/6999 Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Sat 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Sun/Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal

MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS PET CARE CENTER 225-8906 • BLDG. 4066 CENTER 225-8726 • BLDG. 535 Mon–Thu 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Fri 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Sat/Sun/Hol Closed Fam Closed

MILITARY PERSONNEL FLIGHT CUSTOMER SUPPORT 225-9913 • BLDG. 316 Mon/Tue/Thu/Fri 8 a.m.–3 p.m. Wed 8 a.m.–12 p.m. Sat/Sun/Hol/Fam/Exr Closed

NAF HR

225-3920 • BLDG. 316 • RM. 217 374FSS.HRO@us.af.mil Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–3 p.m. Sat/Sun/Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal

NATATORIUM

225-6133 • BLDG. 4338 FRONT DESK Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Sat 10:30 a.m.–3 p.m. Sun/Hol Closed Fam/Exr

225-8519 • BLDG. 400 Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Sat/Sun/Hol/Fam Closed Exr Normal

POOL Mon–Fri Hol Fam/Exr SAKANA POOL Sat/Sun SPLASH & PLAY Wed/Fri

KANTO LODGE

OFFICERS’ CLUB

INSTALLATION PERSONNEL READINESS

224-2002 • BLDG. 15 Daily

Open 24 Hours

LIBRARY

225-7490 • BLDG. 617 Mon–Thu 10 a.m.–8 p.m. Fri–Sun 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal

MANPOWER & ORGANIZATION 225-5590 • BLDG. 400 Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Sat/Sun/Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal

MARKETING

225-3308 • BLDG. 1295 Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Sat/Sun/Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal

Normal

5 a.m.–8 p.m. Closed Normal 12:30–5 p.m. 12:30–5 p.m.

225-8526 • BLDG. 31 BUSINESS OFFICE Tue–Fri 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Sat/Sun/Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal

CASHIERS CAGE • 225-8341 Tue–Sat 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Sun/Hol Closed Fam 5–9 p.m. Exr Normal CATERING OFFICE • 225-8342 Tue–Fri 10 a.m.–6 p.m. SAMURAI LOUNGE Tue–Sat 5–10 p.m. Sun/Hol Closed

Fam/Exr

Normal

OUTDOOR RECREATION/ EQUIPMENT RENTAL

225-4552 • BLDG. 564 Tue–Fri 9:30 a.m.–6 p.m. Sun/Mon/Hol Closed Sat 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Fam/Exr Normal

FRONT DESK Mon–Fri Sat Sun Hol Fam/Exr

9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. 9:30 a.m.–3 p.m. 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Closed Normal

POST OFFICE

225-9383 • BLDG. 410 CUSTOMER SERVICE Mon 3–5:30 p.m. Tue-Fri 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Hol/Fam Closed OUTBOUND MAIL Tue–Fri 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Sat 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Hol/Fam Closed OFFICIAL MAIL CENTER Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Hol/Fam Closed PARCEL PICK-UP WINDOW Mon 3–5:30 p.m. Tue–Fri 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Sat 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Hol/Fam Closed

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CENTER ALS: 225-8331 CAA: 225-7829 FTAC: 225-9525 BLDG. 580 Mon–Fri Sat/Sun/Hol/Fam Exr

7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Closed Normal

READINESS & PLANS/ MORTUARY AFFAIRS

225-3667/3668 • BLDG. 316 Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Fam Closed Exr Normal

SAMURAI FITNESS CENTER & ANNEX 225-8889/8890 • BLDG. 689/665 Mon–Fri 5 a.m.–9 p.m. Sat/Sun/Fam 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Hol Closed MX NUTRI SHOP • 225-9893

Mon/Wed/Fri Tue/Thu Sat/Fam/Hol Sun

6:30 a.m.–2 p.m., 4–8 p.m. 9 a.m.–2 p.m., 4–8 p.m. 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Closed

SCHOOL-AGE CARE

225-6397 • BLDG. 3258 Mon/Wed/Thu/Fri 6:30–8:30 a.m., 2:30–6 p.m.. Tue 6:30–8:30 a.m., 1:30–6 p.m. Exr 5:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m. Sat/Sun/Hol/Fam Closed

TAIYO COMMUNITY CENTER 225-6955 • BLDG. 3260 Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–8 p.m. Sat 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Sun/Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal

TAMA HILLS GOLF COURSE

042-374-2811 18-Hole Golf Course Mon (Incl. Exr) Closed Mon US & JN Hol & Fam Open Tue–Sun (Incl. Hol/Fam/Exr) Open PRO SHOP Tue–Sun 6:15 a.m.–4 p.m.

Hours subject to change due to weather conditions.

TAMA HILLS RECREATION AREA 227-5230 COUNTRY STORE Mon Tue Wed/Thu

10 a.m.–2 p.m. Closed 10 a.m.–1:30 p.m., 2:30–6 p.m. 10 a.m.–8 p.m. 8 a.m.–8 p.m.

Fri Sat/Sun HILLCREST LOUNGE Mon/Tue Closed Wed–Sun 1–9 p.m. RESERVATION DESK Mon 12 a.m.–5 p.m. Tue Closed Wed 8 a.m.–12 a.m. Thu–Sun 24 Hours TAMA ODR 227-5248 March–October Sun 8 a.m.–6 p.m. Mon 8 a.m.–2 p.m. Tue Closed Wed/Thu 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Fri/Sat 8 a.m.–7 p.m.

TEEN CENTER

225-6793 • BLDG. 4313 Mon/Wed/Thu 2–6 p.m. Tue 1:30–6 p.m. Fri 2–9 p.m. Sat/Sun/Hol/Fam Closed Exr Normal

TOMODACHI LANES BOWLING CENTER

225-7191 • BLDG. 1213 Sun–Thu 11 a.m.–10 p.m. Fri/Sat 11 a.m.–11 p.m. Hol/Exr 11 a.m.–8 p.m. Fam Normal

VEHICLE OPERATIONS

225-7720 • BLDG. 1290 BUSINESS OFFICE Mon–Fri 6 a.m.–5 p.m. Sat/Sun/Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal CAR WASH/SELF-SERVICE Daily (Apr–Oct) 6:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Daily (Nov–Mar) 7 a.m.–5 p.m. SHUTTLES See Pg. 25 U-DRIVE PICKUP/DROP-OFF ONLY Daily 6:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

YOKOTA GOLF CENTER

225-8815 • BLDG. 4010 CLUBHOUSE/PRO SHOP Mon/Wed–Sun 7:30 a.m.–6 p.m. Tue Closed Fam/Exr Normal DRIVING RANGE Mon/Wed–Sun 7 a.m.–8:30 p.m. Tue 11 a.m.–8:30 p.m. 9-HOLE GOLF COURSE Mon/Wed–Sun 7:30 a.m.–Sunset Tue Closed Fam/Exr Normal

Hours subject to change due to weather conditions.

YOUTH CENTER

225-7441 • BLDG. 1591 BUSINESS OFFICE Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Sat/Sun/Hol/Fam Closed Exr Normal RECREATION CENTER Mon/Wed–Fri 2:30–6 p.m. Tue 1–6 p.m. Sat/Sun/Hol/Fam Closed

YOUTH SPORTS

225-4199 • BLDG. 1592

YUJO COMMUNITY CENTER 225-7713 • BLDG. 327 Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–7 p.m. Sun/Hol Closed Fam 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Exr Normal WILLIAMS TECHNICAL SERVICE INSURANCE 225-2742 FROM OFF BASE: 042-530-0799 Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Sat 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Sun/Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal

RESTAURANTS BANGKOK EXPRESS

227-5811 • BLDG. 1213 (TOMODACHI LANES) Sun–Thu 11 a.m.–9:30 p.m. Fri/Sat 11 a.m.–10:30 p.m. Hol 11 a.m.–8 p.m. Fam/Exr Normal

CHARLIE T’S

227-8837/8820 • BLDG. 2066 BREAKFAST Mon–Fri 6:30–10 a.m. Sat 7 a.m.–1 p.m. Sun 9 a.m.–1 p.m. LUNCH Mon–Fri 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Sat 7 a.m.–1 p.m. Sun 9 a.m.–1 p.m. DINNER Mon–Sat 5–9 p.m. Sun/Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal Charlie T’s is open for a la carte menu on family days 7 a.m.–1 p.m. only.

CHICO’S CHOP HOUSE & SEAFOOD GRILL

225-9420/8343 • BLDG. 31 LUNCH Tue–Fri 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Sat/Sun/Mon/Hol/Fam Closed Exr Normal DINNER Tue–Sat 5–9 p.m. Sun/Mon/Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal

CHILI’S GRILL & BAR

1 (210)-547-9947 • BLDG. 536 Sun–Thu 11 a.m.–9 p.m. Fri/Sat 11 a.m.–10 p.m. Hol 4–9 p.m. Fam/Exr Normal

KIJI DINING ROOM

227-5230 (TAMA HILLS REC AREA) Mon 8 a.m.–2 p.m. Tue Closed Wed–Fri 8 a.m.–2 p.m., 4–8 p.m. Sat/Sun 7 a.m.–2 p.m., 4–8 p.m.

MEDITERRANEAN BISTRO

225-8293 • BLDG. 327 BREAKFAST Mon–Fri 6:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m. LUNCH Mon–Fri 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Sat/Sun/Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal

BREAKFAST / LUNCH / DINNER

RICKENBACKER’S COFFEE SHOP

KANTO LODGE • BLDG. 15 Daily 6 a.m.–3 p.m. Hol/Fam 7 a.m.–1 p.m. Exr Normal ENLISTED CLUB • BLDG. 2066 Mon–Fri 6:30 a.m.–2 p.m. Sat/Sun/Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal

RISE & GRIND

225-9551 • BLDG. 4330 BREAKFAST Mon–Fri 6:30–10 a.m. Hol Closed LUNCH Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Hol Closed

ROUTE 16

225-8685 • BLDG. 35 BREAKFAST Mon–Fri Sat–Sun Mon–Fri LUNCH & DINNER Mon–Sat Sun Hol Fam/Exr

7–10 a.m. 7–11 a.m. Closed 10–11 a.m. 11 a.m.–8 p.m. 11 a.m.–7 p.m. Closed Normal

SAMURAI CAFÉ MILITARY DINING

225-8870 • BLDG. 335 MIDNIGHT Daily 10 p.m.–12 a.m. BREAKFAST Mon–Fri 5:30–8 a.m. Sat/Sun/Fam 6:30–9 a.m. BRUNCH Hol 7 a.m.–1 p.m. LUNCH Daily 11 a.m.–1 p.m. DINNER Daily 5–8 p.m.

SUNRISE BAKERY

225-8917 • BLDG. 621 Mon–Fri/Fam 6:30 a.m.–12 p.m. Sat 7–11:30 a.m. Sun/Hol Closed Exr Normal

TAMA GOLF COURSE TEE HOUSE RESTAURANT

224-3426/7777 • BLDG. 1010 Mon Closed Tue/Wed/Fri 5:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Thu 6 a.m.–2 p.m. Sat/Sun 5:15 a.m.–5 p.m. Hours subject to change due to weather conditions.

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