Horizons Magazine | April 2019

HORIZONS

ISSUE 43

YOKOTA AB, JAPAN

Produced by the 374th Force Support Squadron

RIDING JAPAN’S MOUNTAINS ODR’S SKIING AND SNOWBOARDING TIPS. PG. 18

EMBRACING A HOME ABROAD THREE FAMILIES SHARE THEIR EXPERIENCES SETTLING IN AT YOKOTA PG. 16.

DID YOUEVENTS KNOW… HOLIDAY

Plan party with help Enjoyana unforgettable multitude of fun festivities and from feasts.FSS. Pg. 6Pg. 5.

NEW YEAR’S EVE ADVENTURE LIKE EVENTS NO OTHER Journey Ring in the through New Year the trees withwith FSS. Pg. 11 Outdoor Recreation. Pg. 10.

ALL JAPAN’S 2019 YOUTH OF FESTIVALS THE YEAR IN ONE One adolescent’s Experience Japan’sselfless most famous endeavors festivals go all in Tokyo. above and beyond.

Pg. 20 Pg. 28.

MAR APR 2019

And Don’t miss Youth Program’s Spring Eggstravaganza • Pg. 27

April 2019 5 | Did you k now...

7 Dining

Club Events Yokota Eats

10 | Guide to t he Gre at Ou t doors 12 SPORTS & Recre ation

Tama Hills Recreation Area Golf Tomodachi Lanes Bowling Center Samurai Fitness Center (SFC) & Annex

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Community Center Arts & Crafts Center (A&C) Airman & Family Readiness Center (A&FRC) Library Aero Club & Flight Training Center (FTC) Auto Hobby Shop Vehicle Operations 2 6 K ids ’ Korner Youth Center Teen Center Youth Sports School-Age Care (SAC) Child Development Center (CDC)

2 9 | Inf orm ation Calendar Classes Map Directory

FIND THE SAMURAI FOX! Which page is Samurai Fox hiding on? Private message us the answer on Facebook.com/YokotaFSS by the end of this month and you could win a $50 FSS gift card. A winner will be randomly selected and announced at the beginning of next month on our Facebook page. Must be a current Yokota resident with a DoD ID card and 18 years or older to be eligible.

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Departments COMMAND

374 AW Commander, COL Otis C. Jones 374 MSG Commander, COL Tanya J. Anderson 374 FSs Director, Rebecca White 374 FSS Superintendent, cMSgt tresse king

Director

Chief, Marketing, Allison Anders

Art

Commercial Artists, Atsushi Kadokawa

Takeshi Toyama AYA OKAMOTO Graphic Illustrator, JaClare Williams

Editorial

Writer-Editor, Miranda Hill Intern, Rebecca Holladay

Business

Commercial Sponsorship & Advertising Coordinator, YOKO KOMIYA Online marketing Supervisor, Paul Ticas Marketing Assistant, Desiree Miller Social media Manager, Rebecca Bender

Print

Reproduction Manager, Makoto Arita Offset Press Operator, Masanori Ohno

Visual

Photographers, Angelica Rivera

Cari Payer Videographer, Alex Napier

Contact Marketing HORIZONS is published for United States Military and Department of

Defense personnel and their family members living in or assigned to the Kanto Plain (Japan) region and Japanese Nationals and their families assigned to Yokota Air Base, Japan. Horizons is the official magazine of the 374th Force Support Squadron, Yokota Air Base, Japan. Opinions expressed in Horizons do not necessarily represent those of the 374th Airlift Wing or the United States Air Force. No Federal endorsement of advertisers or sponsors is intended.

All facility programs, event hours and dates are subject to change.

Thank You to our Sponsors!

No Federal endorsement of sponsors intended.

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Web: YokotaFSS.com Facebook: facebook.com/YokotaFSS DSN: 225-3308 Commercial: 042-552-2510 ext. 5-3308 (English) U.S. International: 011-81-3117-55-3308 Fax: 225-2019 Mail: 374 FSS/FSK • Unit 5119, Bldg 1295 • APO, AP 96326-5119 Submissions are welcome. All submissions are subject to editing before printing. All articles, artwork and photographs become the property of the 374th Force Support Squadron Marketing & Publicity Department.

FSS can help you plan your child’s birthday party.

Buy party supplies at Arts & Crafts. Purchase decorations, hats, stickers, crafts and more. Or reserve a room at Arts & Crafts and choose from a variety of crafts for a creative birthday party.

Reserve the Natatorium Indoor Pool for a splashing fun time! Includes use of their backyard patio, grill and one massive inflatable pool float.

Planning your own party but don’t have space at home? Reserve a room at the Taiyo or Yujo.

Reserve one of Outdoor Recreation’s pavilions for free! Don’t forget to rent a grill, bounce castle and outdoor games.

Order a specialized cake or cupcakes at Sunrise Bakery. Stop by to request your size and unique design.

Reserve a party room at Tomodachi Lanes. Choose from multiple party packages for a day of bowling and fun.

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Paid ads. No Federal endorsement of advertisers intended.

CLUB EVENTS ENLISTED CLUB 227-8820 • Bldg. 2066 /YokotaClubs

Membership Appreciation Breakfast*

*Charlie T’s will be closed to support this event.

Sunday Brunch Sun • 7, 14 & 28 Apr • 10 a.m.–2 p.m. $20 Ages 13 & Up, $12 Ages 6–12, Free for Ages 5 & Under

Wingman Wednesday Wednesdays • 6–8:45 p.m.

80¢ Wings • $1.50 Drafts • Adults Only

Bingo

Sat • 20 Apr • 10 p.m.–12 a.m. • Latin Dance Sat • 27 Apr • 10 p.m.–12 a.m. • Saturday Dance Party Mix Fridays • 9 p.m.–2 a.m. • Spectrum Vibes Saturdays • 12–2 a.m. • Radio Hitz

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

Trivia Night Wed • 10 Apr • 6–8:30 p.m.

Free • Adults Only

Prime Rib Special Fri • 12 Apr • 5–9 p.m.

Chico’s Chop House Reservations Recommended

Super Smash Bros. Tournament Sat • 13 Apr • 3–8 p.m.

Sign up by 12 Apr

Tuesdays & Fridays • 7 p.m.* Sun • 14 & 28 Apr • 5 p.m.*

Easter BRUNCH Sun • 21 Apr • 11 a.m.–2 p.m.

Chico’s Chop House $24 Beef Tenderloin $18 Grilled Filet of Salmon $16 Grilled Spring Vegetables $10 Kids Tenderloin Reservations: 2–19 Apr

Face the Music Wed • 24 Apr • 6–8:30 p.m.

Free • Adults Only

DINING

Mon • 1 Apr • 6:30–9:30 a.m.

Members & Their Children: Free Nonmembers: $10 Ages 13 & Up, $4 Ages 6–12, Free for Ages 5 & Under

ALL Welcome

Butcher’s Choice Thu • 25 Apr • 5–9 p.m.

Chico’s Chop House Reservations Recommended

Wingman Tuesdays & Thursdays Tuesdays & Thursdays • 5–7 p.m.

80¢ Wings • $1.50 Drafts Adults Only

Easter Brunch

Lucky 7 Bingo

Sun • 21 Apr • 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Members: $22 Ages 13 & Up, $11 Ages 6–12, Free for Ages 5 & Under Nonmembers: $25 Ages 13 & Up, $13 Ages 6–12, Free for Ages 5 & Under Enlisted Club Let us handle the cooking this Easter so you can focus on spending quality time with friends and family.

Sun • 7 & 21 Apr • 5 p.m.* *Cards go on sale one hour before the game begins.

Lounge Entertainment Adults Only Sat • 6 Apr • 10 p.m.–12 a.m. • Reggae Vibes Sat • 13 Apr • 10 p.m.–12 a.m. • Country Night

Members Only ENLISTED All events listed below may only be attended

by Enlisted personnel and their families.

OFFICERS All events listed below may only be attended

by Officer personnel and their families.

Quarterly Membership Appreciation Dinner*

Quarterly Membership Appreciation Dinner*

Wed • 24 Apr • 5–7 p.m.

Members & Their Children: Free Members’ Guests: $13 Ages 13 & Up, $7 Ages 6–12, $4 Ages 3–5

Sat • 6 Apr • 5–7 p.m.

Members & Their Children: Free Members’ Guests: $13 Ages 13 & Up, $7 Ages 6–12, $4 Ages 3–5

*Charlie T’s will be closed to support this event.

*Evening dining will be closed to support this event.

Friday Social Hour*

Friday Social Hour*

Fridays • 4:30–6:30 p.m.

Members: Free; Members’ Guests: $10 Adults Only

Fridays • 5–7 p.m.

Members: Free; Members’ Guests: $10 Adults Only

*Must be a club member and present to win.

*Must be a club member and present to win.

All RANKS Kids Klub Spring Bash Wed • 10 Apr • 4:30–6:30 p.m. $10 Ages 13 & Up, Free for Ages 12 & Under Enlisted Club

State Admission Day Mon • 29 Apr • 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

Charlie T’s Maryland & Louisiana

Thank you for sponsoring the E and O Club’s Quarterly Membership Appreciation Dinner.

No Federal endorsement of sponsor intended.

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DINING

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1. RICKENBACKER’S Breakfast & Lunch

White Elephant Latte Venti: $6 Grande: $5.75 Tall: $4.75 A dark and white mocha latte with toffee.

2. SUNRISE Breakfast

Curry Filled Donut $1.50 Start the day off right; Yokota residents know there’s no such thing as too much curry.

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6. ROUTE 16

Dinner • Samurai Lounge

Appetizer Sampler $9 Snack on potato wedges with nacho cheese and bacon bits; sliders; and hot wings.

4. CHARLIE T’S

Wednesdays • Dinner

Korean Short Ribs $10 Ribs marinated in an Asian pear sauce. Includes homemade kimchi, steamed vegetables and rice.

5. BANZAI

Lunch & Dinner

Chicken Tostada $7.50 Tortilla piled with chicken, cheese, green onion, pinto beans, garlic, cilantro, sour cream, lettuce, guacamole and pico de gallo.

15–19 Apr • Lunch & Dinner

Asian Chicken Karaage $9.50 Japanese-style fried chicken with white rice and fresh vegetables.

Fountain soda included.

7. CHILI’S Lunch

California Turkey Club $10 Wheat Texas toast with turkey, bacon, avocado, provolone, tomatoes, lettuce and onions.

Served with fries.

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8. G&R’S PACIFIC PUB Lunch & Dinner

Pastrami Panini with Russian Sauce $9 A one-of-a-kind Panini with coleslaw marinated in a spicy Russian sauce.

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ADVENTURE LIKE NO OTHER SAT • 20 APR • AGES 9 & UP

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Take a trip to Forest Adventure and swing from the canopy like a real-life Tarzan. Cling onto climbing holds or inch up wooden ladders to scale impressively tall trees.

Navigate from branch to branch as you swing on ropes and glide through the air on zip lines. Test your balance on rickety bridges, swaying rings and spaced-out, wooden platforms. Those inclined to falling can rest assured their harness will catch them.

Since invention in the 1990s, outdoor parks have sprung up all over the world drawing in people of all ages and interests; nature lovers appreciate the chance to get outdoors and city dwellers enjoy the thrill. Similar in feel to an amusement park but without the carbon footprint, the innovative courses built within the trees offer guests a stimulating, physically challenging and fun experience.

Sign up by 16 April.

225-4552 • Bldg. 564 /YokotaOutdoorRec

/Yokota.Odr

For more trips, visit YokotaFSS.com/ODR or stop by ODR.

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Tama Hills Recreation Area

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

Specials Open 7 Days a Week 8–15 Apr Escape the base for spring break! For just one week, Tama Hills will be open all seven days.

Make your lodging reservations in advance or come out for a day of fun. Miniature golf, archery, horseback riding and so much more to keep the family busy!

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Sunday Family Buffet Tama Lodge Conference Services Easter Sun • 21 Apr • 11 a.m., 1:30 p.m. or 3:30 p.m. $25/Day Includes: Room & Audio-Visual Equipment Plan your next conference at Tama! Pay an extra $25 to include beverages.

EVENTS TAMAttack Paintball Sat • 6 Apr • 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Bring your own equipment or rent everything from our shop for only $17 a person. Tama also schedules private games. Call Tama Recreation for more information.

Tama Bouncy Castle Day Sat • 13 Apr • 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Picnic Area $1 • Grades 13 & Under Bring your children to Tama for a day of unlimited bouncing.

Kiji Dining Room $22.95 Ages 13 & Up, $12.95 Ages 6–12, $3.95 Ages 3–5, Free for Ages 2 & Under Reservations Required Celebrate with family and friends at this Easter feast. Be sure to stop by the Easter Bunny Fest during your visit to Tama. Call 227-5230 to make a reservation.

GOLF

Tama Hills Golf Course • 042-374-2811 Yokota Par 3 • 225-8815 /TamaHillsGolfCourse

Tama Hills Golf Course Master’s Tourney Sat–Sun • 13–14 Apr • Shotgun: 7 a.m. $60 Includes: Breakfast, Awards Luncheon & Prizes* Spend the weekend golfing. Tournament will be low-gross and low-net format. *Does not include green and cart fees.

Spring Roundup & Horserace Tournament Sat–Sun • 27–28 Apr • Shotgun: 7 a.m. $60 Entry Fee Includes: Breakfast, Awards Luncheon & Prizes* Bring your golf buddy for this two-person team event. Combined handicap index must be greater than 18. There will be an optional two-personteam horserace after completion of the first round. *Does not include green and cart fees.

Master’s Golf Sale Sat–Sun • 13–14 Apr 10%–30% off select items.

Par 3 Get Golf Ready Starts 24 Apr Wednesdays & Fridays • 5 p.m. $99/6 Lessons Sign up for group lessons with professional golf instructors.

Glow Golf Tournament

Fri • 5 Apr • 6 p.m.

Par 3 • $25 Includes: Food, Prizes & Glow Golf Sticks Bring your family out for a game of golf under the moon and stars.

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Tomodachi Lanes Bowling Center 225-7191 • Bldg. 1213

Purple Up Day Thu • 18 Apr Celebrate Month of the Military Child at Tomodachi Lanes. Wear purple and bowl two free games.

Samurai Fitness Center (SFC) & Annex 225-8889 • Bldg. 689/665 /YokotaSamuraiFitnessCenter

Summer Body Team Challenge

SPORTS & RECREATION

10 Apr–10 Jul Fitness Center • Free Join a team of three and lose the weight for the chance to win a prize. Winner is based on percent of weight lost compared to initial weigh-in.

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Yokota Battle Rig Bi-Lateral Challenge

Bi-Lateral Unity in the Community 5K Run/Walk

Sat • 13 Apr • 11 a.m.–1 p.m.

Fitness Center • Free Sign up by 11 Apr Categories: Men, Women & Overall Take on the challenge of completing the battle rig course.

Fri • 26 Apr Registration: 7 a.m.; Race Start: 7:30 a.m.

Par 3 • Free Meet new people and walk or run with your neighbors as a unified community.

Powerlifting Competition

Sat • 27 Apr • 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

Fitness Center • Free Ages 3–12 Sign up by 19 Apr Complete a kid-friendly super circuit to become strong like Hulk! Don’t forget to wear your favorite superhero costume. Parents must be present at all times.

Sat • 20 Apr Mandatory Weigh-In: 8 a.m.

Competition Start: 10 a.m.

Cross-Functional Area, Fitness Center SOFA: $20 Entry Fee Non-SOFA: $30 Entry Fee Sign up by 19 Apr Do you even lift? Prove it! Sign up at the Fitness Center’s Front Desk to compete in squat, bench press or deadlift.

Superhero Family Circuit

Ed Coan Powerlifting Seminar Fri • 19 Apr • 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. or 5:30–8:30 p.m.

Aerobics Room, Fitness Center Free • Ages 18 & Up Don’t miss out on the chance to learn from powerlifting expert Ed Coan. Apart from being a world record power lifter, Coan is a highly respected trainer, coach, educator and presenter. He empowers individauls, teams and organizations to explore their potential and overcome barriers so they can perform at their highest level.

Samurai Fitness Center Classes All classes subject to change. Call 225-8890 or follow /YokotaSFC to check for cancellations.

Spin Class

Budo Taijitsu & Self Defense

Instructor: Denea James Mon & Fri • 5:30–6:30 a.m.

Tue & Thu • 5:30–6:30 p.m. $10/4 Classes $3/Class

JIU JITSU

Zumba Instructor: Lynn Gomez Mon • 5:15–6:15 p.m.

Sat • 9–10 a.m. $10/4 Classes $3/Class

Mon • 5:30–7 a.m.

Wed • 6:30–7:30 p.m. $60/Month, $10/Class

Instructor: Chisom Mon/Wed/Thu • 6:30–7:30 p.m. $70/Month

Core De Force Instructor: Sarah Mon & Thu • 6:30–7:30 p.m. $10/4 Classes $3/Class

Thank you for sponsoring the Samurai Fitness Center.

No Federal endorsement of sponsor intended.

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Three families share their experiences and lessons learned living at Yokota Air Base.

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he Wynne, Gueits and O’Maielson children are all too familiar with the exciting yet daunting task of moving abroad. With the exception of Gueits’s two youngest, the children have moved a total of four times during their short lifetime. These young world travelers have lived all over the globe from Germany to Hawaii to Alaska and have experienced their fair share of difficulties in living the military lifestyle.

All three families’ children were in agreement that the hardest part of moving is leaving friends behind. Austin Wynne also remembered feeling apprehensive when he first heard the news they were moving to Japan.

“I had so many friends…thinking about having to leave them — and leaving America in general — that scared me.” Japan also takes some getting used to with its foreign language, alien signs and inversed streets.

Yet, the children have come to love Japan and consider it home. They travel often: The Wynnes tap into ITT, the Gueitses road trip to Japan’s must-see locations in their family car and the O’Maielsons get out to explore Japan’s forests and shrines. The families share a love for eating local cuisine and immersing themselves in the culture.

A handful of the children have even learned some Japanese and Connie Gueits’s youngest child, Rafael, spent his first few years of education in a Japanese school. The children are aware of their unique homebase and how it’s shaped them into more open-minded citizens. Corey Wynne had many of his preconceived notions of Japan disproved and Jocy Gueits feels her family’s experiences abroad have made them more accepting of cultural differences.

Chief Michael Wynne; his wife, Andrea Wynne; and their two sons, Austin and Corey.

Chief Wynne has served over twentytwo years in the military.

Connie Gueits and her children Kai, Jocelyn (Jocy), Marcos and Rafael.

Master Sgt. Antonio Gueits, is currently serving a short tour in Osan.

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Coralyn O’Maielson and her mother, Jennifer Wilson.The family moved to Yokota six months ago when Jennifer was awarded a position at DSRJ.

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The children are also involved within the Yokota community. The Gueitses stay active with a variety of sports offered at school and the Youth Center, and the Wynne family frequents Tomodachi Lanes and the Library.

Coralyn O’Maielson can often be found at the Natatorium practicing yoga or swimming. She also plays the cello and is a varsity shooter on the high school’s JROTC marksmanship team. They all appreciate the facilities offered on base and encourage others to take advantage of them.

“EVERYBODY IS GOING THROUGH THE SAME CHALLENGES SO, ESPECIALLY WHEN YOU’RE OVERSEAS, EVERYBODY IS COMING TOGETHER TO BE A FAMILY, TO TAKE CARE OF EACH OTHER.”

The base’s safe environment and small size allows the children to explore on their own and make it to their extracurricular activities in a short period of time. Coralyn’s father, Arthur Yemaiel, expressed his gratitude. “We don’t have to drive them all over the place … that creates more time for the family to interact and then the kids can have individual liberties.” The families also appreciate Yokota’s close-knit community. As Michael Wynne explained, “The bonus of being in this community … is everybody is going through the same challenges so, especially when you’re overseas, everybody is coming together to be a family, to take care of each other.”

The three families have certainly experienced a wealth of unique opportunities and they’re grateful for it. After contemplating their life here in Japan, Andrea Wynne decided she wouldn’t trade it for the world. “Most people want to travel and explore the world and see things and the military is facilitating that process. With all the challenges and deployments and all that, I would not change anything.” Most Yokota families would agree; despite its challenges, they wouldn’t change a thing.

SHIBAZAKURA FESTIVAL & MT. FUJI FIFTH STATION Sat • 11 May Cultural Connection

Visit the Shibazakura Festival to witness the blooming Shibazakura flowers — phlox moss fittingly nicknamed lawn cherry blossom. The average-looking moss transforms every April and May, carpeting the ground in beautiful flowers. Located within the Fuji Five Lakes area, the festival venue provides guests with breathtaking views of Mount Fuji as the vast Shibazakura flower field is displayed in the foreground.

Take in the 800,000 vibrant hues of pink, white and purple plants and explore the festival stalls selling pots of pink moss, Shibazakura-themed souvenirs and local produce.

Then, drive along scenic roads to reach Mount Fuji’s Fifth Station. Stand half way up Japan’s tallest mountain at 7,546 feet above sea level. Purchase souvenirs at the charming shops and visit Komitake Shrine to get an aerial view of the nearby cities and Lake Yamanaka.

Sign-up starts at 10 a.m. on Saturday, 6 April at ITT. 227-7083 • Bldg. 327 Visit YokotaFSS.com/ITT for more information.

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A R M E D F O R C E S E N T E R T A I N M E N T . C O M

DRIVER’S EDUCATION CLASS TAIYO AGES 16 & UP

CLASSROOM TEACHING, SIX HOURS OF ROAD-DRIVING INSTRUCTION & ROAD TEST

SIX HOURS OF ROAD-DRIVING INSTRUCTION & ROAD TEST

ROAD TEST ONLY

Students must possess a learner’s permit. For anyone under 18 years, a DoD driver’s license applies to on base only. To drive off base, students over 18 must have a guardian-signed release form available at Pass & ID. Visit the Taiyo Community Center to reserve a time slot for the next class.

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ARTS & CRAFTS CENTER (A&C) 225-7837 • Bldg. 334 /YokotaArtsAndCraftsCenter

Hokusai Museum & Nippori Textiles Town

Sat • 20 Apr • 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. $40 Ages 18 & Up, $30 Ages 17 & Under Visit Sumida Hokusai — a museum dedicated to the artist Katsushika Hokusai. Our last stop will be Nippori, an area of Tokyo known as “Textiles Town.” Explore shops that specialize in exotic garments and shoe design, repair and tailoring. Sign up at Arts & Crafts.

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AIRMAN & FAMILY READINESS CENTER (A&FRC)

STORIES AT HOME SEMINAR

225-8725 • Bldg. 535 • /Yokota.AFRC1

Fri • 5 Apr • 10–11 a.m.

Learn tips for reading to your children! This session will focus on reading to children ages two to three years old.

CULTURAL COURSES

BOARD GAME DAY

SURVIVAL JAPANESE Tue • 2, 9, 16 & 23 Apr; 7 & 14 May 11 a.m.–12 p.m.

Learn basic Japanese words and phrases at this six-session course.

TIPS FOR TEACHING ENGLISH Mon • 8 Apr or 20 May 1:30–2:30 p.m.

Learn how to teach English to local Japanese speakers.

JAPANESE CUSTOMS & COURTESIES Mon • 22 Apr or 13 May 1:30–3 p.m.

Gain a deeper understanding of Japanese manners so you can feel more at ease exploring off base.

JAPANESE COOKING CLASS GYOZA Tue • 30 Apr or 21 May • 12–1:30 p.m.

Learn a new recipe and meet new people.

Sat • 6 & 20 Apr • 11 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

Get out of the dorms or away from the house and join us at the Yokota Library for our Board Game Day. Choose from dozens of games to play including board and card games. Make sure to look at all the games available to check out and play back in your dorm room or house.

POKÉMON CLUB Tue • 9 Apr • 4:30–6 p.m Calling all Pokémon trainers! Join us at Pokémon Club to battle other fans with either the card game or video games. Pokémon Go players are welcome to use our free Wi-Fi and meet up to raid gyms on base or put a lure out for some communal catches.

ESCAPE ROOM Thu & Fri • 11 & 12 Apr • 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Sat • 13 Apr • 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

Explore the worlds of Sherlock Holmes, Star Wars and Harry Potter. Call or stop by our Front Desk to sign up. Limited to 10 participants per room.

TALES FOR TAFFY

LIBRARY

225-7490 • Bldg. 617

CHILDREN’S STORY TIMES Children and parents can enjoy stories, songs, crafts and games.

EVENT

DAY & TIME

MUSIC & MOVEMENT STORY TIME

Tuesdays • 10:30–11 a.m.

JAPANESE STORY TIME

Mon • 8 & 22 Apr • 11:30 a.m.–12 p.m.

Mondays & Wednesdays • 4:30–5:30 p.m.

Fridays • 4:30–5 p.m.

The Yokota Library is partnering with Taffy, a certified therapy dog registered with Therapy Dogs International, and his owner for this special program.

Children who want to practice their reading skills can sign up for 15 minute sessions to read their favorite books to Taffy. Studies on the effectiveness of therapy dog reading programs have shown a measurable increase in reading abilities among participants. Please sign up at the Library’s Circulation Desk.

MAKER’S CLUB LIFE & LEISURE

Tue • 2 Apr • 4–5:30 p.m.

Learn the joys of science, technology, engineering, art and math at our monthly Maker’s Club! We will get hands-on with fun projects related to the STEAM fields. Recommended for ages eight and up.

Earth Day

Mon • 22 Apr • 4–5 p.m. • Library Learn the importance of taking care of the environment and participate in fun Earth Day activities!

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AERO CLUB & FLIGHT TRAINING CENTER

FLIGHT SAFETY

Flight safety is the Yokota Flight Training Center’s primary objective. The following practices and procedures are recommended for flight safety:

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1. Increase pilot awareness on causes of accidents.

2. Improve safety culture within the aviation community.

3. Improve pilot training (e.g., weather briefing, equipment, decision-making and human factors).

4. Improve the quality and substance of weather briefs.

5. Enhance the flight review and/or instrument competency check.

6. Develop and distribute mountain-flying technique advisory material.

7. Eliminate the pressure to complete the flight when continuing may compromise safety.

8. Ensure aviation activities operate as safely as possible. This means flying with airworthy aircraft that’s been properly prepared and is operated by competent airmen.

9. Comply with all applicable regulations and limit the risks inherent to flying as much as possible.

Our Goal: No accidents. The Yokota Flight Training Center encourages increasing knowledge of safe aviation among customers, members and staff to produce an environment where safety is top priority and second nature.

AERO CLUB/FLIGHT TRAINING CENTER (FTC)

AUTO HOBBY SHOP

FLIGHT SAFETY MEETING

SPRING PACKAGE

Sat • 6 Apr • 9 a.m.

Kobayashi Room, Enlisted Club Join us for a local general aviation flight safety discussion group.

Now–31 May • $40

225-8988 • Bldg. 4304

225-7623 • Bldg. 4086

Includes:

• 4-Quarts Engine Oil Change* • Fluid Check & Top-Off • Vehicle Undercarriage Check • Tires, Wipers & Rubber Boots Check • Car Wash *Oil filter cost not included. $3.50 per additional quart.

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VEHICLE OPERATIONS 225-7720 • Bldg. 1290

NARITA SHUTTLE SPONSORSHIP Have guests visiting for spring break but don’t have time to pick them up from the airport? Stop by our office at least one day prior to your guests’ arrival and fill out a sponsorship certificate form to sponsor your guests on the Narita shuttle. Your unaccompanied guests can then purchase their tickets and ride the bus to Fussa Gate’s Visitor Center. The bus cannot wait for guests to procure their base passes, so alternate transportation arrangements must be made after bus arrival to the gate.

Car Wash

7 a.m.–5 p.m.

Regular Wash: ¥400 Wash & Wax: ¥600 Vehicle Operations Spring has sprung and so has pollen season. Don’t like your vehicle’s new yellow tint? Stop by Yokota’s only onbase automated public car wash and leave with bumper to bumper shine!

It’s fast and easy.

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Daily FSS Shuttle Servicing

Daily FSS Shuttle Servicing

NEW SANNO & HANEDA AIRPORT

NARITA AIRPORT

TO HANEDA

TO YOKOTA AB

DEPARTS TLF BLDG. 4304 09:00

DEPARTS HND TERM. 1

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DEPARTS KANTO LODGE*1 09:30

DEPARTS NEW SANNO*3 14:00

EST. ARRIVAL NEW SANNO 11:00

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12:00

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TO NARITA

15:45

KANTO LODGE=BLDG. 15

SANNO HANEDA SHUTTLE FARES*2 YOKOTA <–> SANNO SOFA ID HOLDERS: $8; NON-ID HOLDERS: $10 SANNO <–> HANEDA SOFA ID HOLDERS: $12; NON-ID HOLDERS: $15 *4 YOKOTA <–> HANEDA SOFA ID HOLDERS: $20; NON-ID HOLDERS: $25

If bus arrival is delayed, it will stop for five minutes to drop off/take on passengers and then depart. *4 Shuttle will first stop at New Sanno before continuing on to Haneda. *3

NRT #1 NRT #2 NRT #3

TO YOKOTA AB

NRT #1 NRT #2 NRT #3

DEPARTS TLF BLDG. 4304 08:30 10:30 12:30

DEPARTS NRT TERM. 1

16:00 18:00 20:00

DEPARTS KANTO LODGE*1 09:00 11:00 13:00

DEPARTS NEW SANNO

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21:30

EST. ARRIVAL

12:30 14:30 16:30

EST. ARRIVAL

19:30

21:15

23:00

RECOMMENDED FOR FLIGHTS AFTER

14:30 16:30 18:30 *1

KANTO LODGE=BLDG. 15

NARITA SHUTTLE FARES* YOKOTA <–> NARITA $40 AGES 13 & UP

$30 AGES 12 & UNDER NARITA –> SANNO $35/SEAT (NRT #3 ONLY) 2

*2Payments accepted in yen or U.S. dollars.

Personal checks and credit cards are not accepted.

Pets, smoking and drinking alcoholic beverages are prohibited on all shuttles.

Check out our website for the most current schedules and information.

Military, non-military, SOFA and non-SOFA individuals can use this service.

HORIZONS

APRIL 2019

If you have any questions, please contact 374 FSS Vehicle Operations or visit YokotaFSS.com/Vehicle-Operations.

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KIDS' KORNER Youth Center 225-7441 • Bldg. 1591

Spring Eggstravaganza Sat • 20 Apr • 10 a.m.–1 p.m.

Bronco & Snyder Fields Free • All Ages Bring the family out for a day of egg hunts, carnival games, spring-themed activities, bounce castles and more.

2019 Yokota Youth of Year

Youth Center Family Night Fri • 26 Apr • 5–6 p.m.

Youth Center Compete in a family pingpong tournament and congratulate friends as we hand out the Youth Recognition Awards.

Spring Camp Events Laser Tag Pro Challenge Mon, Wed & Fri • 8, 10 & 12 Apr 10 a.m.–3 p.m.

Taiyo • Members: $5; Guests: $35 Ages 9 & Up Calling all Fortnite players and Nerf blasters!

Strategize a plan and work with your teammates to stay in the game, knock out competitors and win the battle. Play with a professional laser tag system in an indoor and outdoor arena.

Cooking Camp Mon–Thu • 8–11 Apr • 10 a.m.–1 p.m.

Youth Center Learn to cook with friends in a safe and fun environment.

Teen Center 225-6793 • Bldg. 4313

#WeOwnFriday Eggcellent Scavenger Hunt

YOUTH SPORTS 225-7422 • Bldg. 1591

Spring Break Rugby Clinic Mon–Fri • 8–12 Apr Ages 5–8: 9–10 a.m.

Ages 9–18: 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

Children will learn four basic skills during this exciting week of rugby. A current sports physical and flu shot is required at time of registration.

Many of her commitments led to accomplishments such as her rank as Lieutenant Colonel in the Civil Air Patrol, an Honorable Mention from the Senate Foreign Relations Committee of the Harvard Model Congress Asia in Singapore and a Gold President’s Volunteer Service Award for completion of 377 volunteer hours. Bella considers her glider pilot Solo Wings her proudest achievement.

KIDS' KORNER

Fri • 19 Apr • 6–9 p.m.

Come out and enjoy a scavenger hunt teen style!

Join us for games, food and tons of fun.

Isabella Mollison seemed to take on all the opportunities she could as soon as she jumped off the plane and stepped onto Yokota Air Base last year. Bella’s 4.43 GPA in and of itself demonstrates her diligent work ethic and thirst for knowledge but her achievements don’t stop there. She challenges herself beyond the typical school subjects with activities like aerospace education, environmental conservation, cyber-security, international relations and leadership philosophy.

Within the Civil Air Patrol, Bella has shown herself to be a bright, inquisitive leader who enjoys problem solving. As the OIC of the Birchwood Composite Squadron Color Guard, she has an impeccable eye for precision and perfection — personality traits that aided in her appointment as the Cadet Commander of the Far East Encampment.

Upon graduation, Bella plans to attend the U.S. Air Force Academy or Georgetown University to study international affairs and environmental studies. She aspires to become a diplomat and pass legislation that advances environmental conservation and sustainable economic development within post-industrialized countries and impoverished nations.

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School-Age Care (SAC) 225-6397 • Bldg. 3258

Month of the Military Child 1–30 Apr Students will take part in weekly activities to celebrate the unique life of military children. Wear purple to support your local military youth.

National Arbor Day Tue • 23 Apr • 3:30–4:30 p.m.

In celebration of National Arbor Day, Gardening Club members will plant seeds and give a presentation on the importance of trees and nature.

Child Development Center (CDC) Yume • 225-8810 • Bldg. 3015

Parent/Teacher Conferences 1–30 Apr Please check with your child’s teacher for a specific date and time.

Family Classroom Project 1–30 Apr Help your child complete various projects throughout the month. Check with your child’s classroom for more information.

Director Read Day

KIDS' KORNER

Thursdays • 1–30 Apr • 9:30–10:30 a.m.

The Director will read themed books that tie into Month of the Military Child.

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All About Me Week Mon–Fri • 8–12 Apr Work with your child to complete activities that help us learn interesting facts about them. Check with your child’s classroom for specific dates and times.

Mini Me Parade Fri • 12 Apr • 3:30 p.m.

Come watch the kids show off their mini me creations.

Week of the Young Child Mon–Fri • 15–19 Apr Mon • Purple Day Tue • Crazy Hair or Hat Day Wed • Mismatch Day Thu • Camouflage Day Fri • Pajama Day

Earth Day Mon • 22 Apr The children will be learning fun facts about our Earth and how we can help support our environment.

Thank you for sponsoring the CDC events.

No Federal endorsement of sponsor intended.

Music & Movement Library • 10:30–11 a.m.

JAPANESE COOKING CLASS A&FRC • 12–1:30 p.m.

Wingman Tuesday O Club • 5–7 p.m.

Bingo E Club • 7 p.m.

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Music & Movement Library • 10:30–11 a.m.

National Arbor Day SAC • 3:30–4:30 p.m.

Wingman Tuesday O Club • 5–7 p.m.

Bingo E Club • 7 p.m.

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Music & Movement Library • 10:30–11 a.m.

Volunteer Recognition Ceremony E Club • 2:30–3:30 p.m.

Wingman Tuesday O Club • 5–7 p.m.

Bingo E Club • 7 p.m.

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Music & Movement Library • 10:30–11 a.m.

POKÉMON CLUB Library • 4:30–6 p.m.

Wingman Tuesday O Club • 5–7 p.m.

Bingo E Club • 7 p.m.

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Get Golf Ready Par 3 • 5 p.m.

Membership Dinner E Club • 5–7 p.m.

FACE THE MUSIC O Club • 6–8:30 p.m.

Wingman Wednesday E Club • 6–8:45 p.m.

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Tales for Taffy Library • 4:30–5:30 p.m.

Wingman Wednesday E Club • 6–8:45 p.m.

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Kids Klub Spring Bash E Club • 4:30–6:30 p.m.

Tales for Taffy Library • 4:30–5:30 p.m.

TRIVIA NIGHT O Club • 6–8:30 p.m.

Wingman Wednesday E Club • 6–8:45 p.m.

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Tales for Taffy Library • 4:30–5:30 p.m.

Wingman Wednesday E Club • 6–8:45 p.m.

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Wednesday

Wingman Thursday O Club • 5–7 p.m.

Butcher Choice O Club • 5–9 p.m.

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Purple Up Day Tomodachi Lanes Wingman Thursday O Club • 5–7 p.m.

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ESCAPE ROOM Library • 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Wingman Thursday O Club • 5–7 p.m.

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Wingman Thursday O Club • 5–7 p.m.

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Thursday

Life & Leisure

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.

State Admission Day (MD & LA) Charlie T’s • 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

Tales for Taffy Library • 4:30–5:30 p.m.

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Roundup & Horserace Tournament Tama Golf • 7 a.m.

Sunday Brunch E Club • 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Bingo E Club • 5 p.m.

Japanese Story Time Library • 11:30 a.m.–12 p.m.

Japanese Customs & Courtesies A&FRC • 1:30 p.m.

Earth Day Library • 4–5 p.m.

Tales for Taffy Library • 4:30–5:30 p.m.

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Easter Brunch E Club • 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

O Club • 11 a.m.–2 p.m.

Easter Family Buffet Tama Hills • 11 a.m., 1:30 p.m. or 3:30 p.m.

Easter Bunny Fest Tama Hills • 11 a.m.–3 p.m.

Lucky 7 Bingo E Club • 5 p.m.

Tales for Taffy Library • 4:30–5:30 p.m.

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Master’s Tourney Tama Golf • 7 a.m.

Sunday Brunch E Club • 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Egg Splash Natatorium • 1–4 p.m.

Bingo E Club • 5 p.m.

Japanese Story Time Library • 11:30 a.m.–12 p.m.

TIPS FOR TEACHING ENGLISH A&FRC • 1:30–2:30 p.m.

Tales for Taffy Library • 4:30–5:30 p.m.

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Music & Movement Library • 10:30–11 a.m.

MAKER’S CLUB Library • 4–5:30 p.m.

Wingman Tuesday O Club • 5–7 p.m.

Bingo E Club • 7 p.m.

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Membership Breakfast E Club • 6:30–9:30 a.m.

Tales for Taffy Library • 4:30–5:30 p.m.

Tuesday

Sports & Recreation

Monday

DINING

Sunday Brunch E Club • 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Lucky 7 Bingo E Club • 5 p.m.

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Sunday

APR

Unity in the Community 5K SFC • 7 a.m.

Spring Fling CDC • 3:30 p.m.

Tales for Taffy Library • 4:30–5 p.m.

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Ed Coan Powerlifting Seminar SFC • 10:30 a.m./5:30 p.m.

Tales for Taffy Library • 4:30–5 p.m.

Friday Social Hour E Club • 4:30–6:30 p.m.

O Club • 5–7 p.m.

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ESCAPE ROOM Library • 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Outside the Lanes Block Party Tomodachi Lanes • 3–6 p.m.

Mini Me Parade CDC • 3:30 p.m.

Tales for Taffy Library • 4:30–5 p.m.

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STORIES AT HOME SEMINAR Library • 10–11 a.m.

Tales for Taffy Library • 4:30–5 p.m.

Friday Social Hour E Club • 4:30–6:30 p.m.

O Club • 5–7 p.m.

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Friday

Kids’ Korner

Friday Social Hour E Club • 4:30–6:30 p.m.

O Club • 5–7 p.m.

Get Golf Ready Par 3 • 5 p.m.

Youth Family Night Youth Center • 5–6 p.m.

Bingo E Club • 7 p.m.

#WeOwnFriday Eggcellent Scavenger Hunt Teen Center • 6–9 p.m.

Bingo E Club • 7 p.m.

Friday Social Hour E Club • 4:30–6:30 p.m.

O Club • 5–7 p.m.

Prime Rib Special O Club • 5–9 p.m.

Bingo E Club • 7 p.m.

GLOW Golf Tournament Par 3 • 6 p.m.

Bingo E Club • 7 p.m.

Membership Dinner O Club • 5–7 p.m.

Roundup & Horserace Tournament Tama Golf • 7 a.m.

Superhero Family Circuit SFC • 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

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Powerlifting Competition SFC • 8 a.m.

EggStravaganza Bronco & Snyder Fields 10 a.m.–1 p.m.

Board Game Day Library • 11 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

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Master’s Tourney Super Smash Bros.

Tama Golf • 7 a.m.

Tournament Battle Rig Challenge O Club • 3–8 p.m.

SFC • 11 a.m.–1 p.m.

Bouncy Castle Day Tama Hills • 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

ESCAPE ROOM Library • 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

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Flight Safety Meeting E Club • 9 a.m.

Tamattack Paintball Tama Hills • 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

May Tour Sign-Up ITT • 10 a.m.

Board Game Day Library • 11 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

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Saturday

APRIL Class Schedule Natatorium • 225-6133

Morning Yoga Day

Ballet Studio

Tue & Thu

Instructor: Chinatsu Day

Time

Ages

Cost

Thu

4–4:50 p.m.

3–4

$45/Month/4 Classes

Kids’ Jam Day

Time

Ages

Cost

Fri

3:15–4 p.m.

4:05–4:50 p.m.

3–5 6–10

$45/Month/4 Classes

Hawaiian Keiki Hula Day

Time

Mon

3–3:45 p.m.

Ages

Cost

5–12

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

JIU Jitsu Day

Time

5–6 p.m.

4–5 p.m.

5–6 p.m.

Ages

$60 per Month/4 Classes per Week, $35 per Month/2 Classes per Week $30/4 Classes $25/4 Classes $95 per Month/5 Classes per Week, $85 per Month/4 Classes per Week, $60 per Month/2 Classes per Week, $8 Walk-In

PiYo® Day

Time

Ages

Cost

Sat

10:45–11:45 a.m.

16 & Up

$20/8 Classes, $10/4 Classes, $3 Walk-In

Day

Time

Ages

Cost

5:25–6:25 p.m.

16 & Up

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

U-Jam Fitness® Day

Time

Ages

Cost

Tue

5:15–6:15 p.m.

16 & Up

$20/8 Classes, $10/4 Classes, $3 Walk-In

Time

Ages

Cost

16 & Up

$20/8 Classes, $10/4 Classes, $3 Walk-In

Zumba® Day

Ballet Instructor: Chinatsu Day

Mon Wed

11 a.m.–12 p.m.

Ages

Cost

16 & Up

$20/8 Classes, $10/4 Classes, $3 Walk-In

Day

Time

Wed Fri

4–5 p.m.

5:30–6:30 p.m.

Ages

Cost

16 & Up

$20/8 Classes, $10/4 Classes, $3 Walk-In

Tae Kwon Do Day

Time

Ages

Cost

Mon & Fri

3–3:45 p.m.

3:45–4:45 p.m.

5–7 8–12

$60/Month/8 Classes

Time

Ages

Cost

2:45–3:45 p.m.

3:45–4:45 p.m.

4:45–5:30 p.m.

5–5:45 p.m.

5:45–6:30 p.m.

2:45–3:45 p.m.

Grades 1–2 Grades 3–5 5 (Level 1/2) 3–4 5 Grades 1–5

$45–55/Month

Gymnastics/ADVANCED TUMBLING Day

Tue

STRONG BY ZUMBA® Wed

Thu

Time

Ages

5–5:30 p.m.

5:30–6:30 p.m.

10:30–11 a.m.

4:30–5 p.m.

5–5:30 p.m.

5:30–6 p.m.

6–8 p.m.

10:30–11 a.m.

11 a.m.–12 p.m.

5–5:30 p.m.

5:30–6:30 p.m.

10:30–11 a.m.

5–5:30 p.m.

5:30–7:30 p.m.

4–6 (Tiny Tumblers) 7+ (Level 1/2) 1.5–3 (Mom, Dad & Me) 4–6 (Tiny Tumblers) 7+ (Advanced Tumbling) 4–6 (Tiny Tumblers) 5+ (Homeschool Class) 4–6 (Tiny Tumblers) 7+ (Level 1/2) 1.5–3 (Mom, Dad & Me)

Cost

Mom, Dad & Me, Tiny Tumblers $35/Month Level 1/2, Homeschool Class $45/Month Advanced Tumbling $60/Month

7+ (Advanced Tumbling)

Karate Instructor: Ms. Stump Location: Yume & Kibo CDC

Traditional KarAte Day

Time

Ages

Mon

4–5 p.m.

3–3:40 p.m.

3:45–4:45 p.m.

10:40–11:40 a.m.

11:50 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

6 & Up 4–5 6 & Up 6 & Up 4–5

Sat

5:15–6:15 p.m.

Youth Programs • 225-7441

Mon

POUND® Wed

16 & Up

Mon & Wed

Thu

Time

Cost

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

Cost

9–15 6–8 Tue/Thu 9–15 Women 1:45–2:45 p.m.

16 & Up Thu 3–3:45 p.m.

4–5 Mon/Wed 6–7:30 p.m. Adult Advanced 12–1:30 p.m. Adult Any Level Tue/Thu 6–7:30 p.m. Adult Beginner Adult Fri 5:30–7 p.m.

Competition

Day

9–10 a.m.

Ages

Power Yoga

Thu

Mon/Wed

Wed

Time

Cost

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

Baby & Toddler Yoga

Day

Time

Ages

Cost

Mon/Tue

10–10:45 a.m.

4–5

$70/Month/8 Classes

Location: Youth Center Day

Time

Ages

Cost

Thu/Fri

3–4 p.m.

5 & Up

$70/Month/8 Classes

Location: Wakamono School-Age Care (Must be currently enrolled at School-Age.)

Day

Time

Ages

Cost

Day

Time

Ages

Cost

Tue

2:45–3:45 p.m.

4–4:45 p.m.

1–3 6 Weeks–12 Months

Punch Cards $25/8 Classes, $15/4 Classes, $5 Walk-In

Wed

3:30–4:30 p.m.

5–12

$45/Month/4 Classes

Piano Lessons

Piano Lessons

Day

Time

Mon/Fri Sat

2:30–5 p.m.

1–5 p.m.

Ages

Cost

5 & Up

$60/Month/ 4 Classes/30 Min.

Instructor: Mie Fujimori Day

Mon–Fri

Taiyo • 225-6955/6966 Time

Ages

Cost

$85/Hour/4 Lessons, $75/45 Min./4 Lessons, $60/30 Min./4 Lessons $100/Hour/4 Lessons, $85/45 Min./4 Lessons, $70/30 Min./4 Lessons $60/Hour/4 Lessons, $50/45 Min./4 Lessons, $40/30 Min./4 Lessons $70/Hour/4 Lessons, 60/45 Min./4 Lessons, $50/30 Min./4 Lessons

6–12

Private Lessons 1–8 p.m.

13 & Up

Mon 6–12

Group Lessons 1–8 p.m.

13 & Up

Hawaiian Hula Day

Time

Ages

Cost

Mon

Advanced 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Beginner 12:30–1:30 p.m.

18 & Up

$35/Month, $10/Class

JAPANESE LANGUAGE Day

Time

Ages

Cost

Tue

Intro to Conversational 5:20–6:20 p.m.

Intro to Reading & Writing 6:30–7:30 p.m.

8 & Up

$120/10 Lessons

Kayoko’s School of Ballet Instructor: Kayoko Hara

Mon

Wed

Thu

Cost

$95/Month/4 Classes/45 Min., $65/Month/4 Classes/30 Min. Group Lessons* $40/Month/4 Classes

6 & Up

Lesson Slots from 10 a.m.–8 p.m.

5–6

Stage Dance Instructor: Yoshie Sato Day

Time

Ages

Cost

Tue

4:30–5:15 p.m.

5:15–6 p.m.

6–6:45 p.m.

5 & Up (Beginner) 5 & Up (Advanced) 5 & Up (Special*) 5 & Up (Enjoy Dance with Everyone) 5 & Up (Advanced) 5 & Up (Special*)

$70/Month/8 Classes, $40/Month/4 Classes, $3/Class**

Wed

4:45–5:30 p.m.

5:30–6:15 p.m.

6:15–7 p.m.

*Students are selected from Advanced Class. **Only for Enjoy Dance with Everyone Class.

TANABATA DANCE (JAPANESE FOLK DANCE)

Instructor: Midori Sudo

Day

Ages

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

Guitar Day

Time

Time

Ages

4–5 p.m.

5–6 p.m.

4–5 6–7 All Ages (Advanced Ballet) Toe Shoes Lesson 3–4 5–6 7 & Up Toe Shoes Lesson 13 & Up (Adult Ballet) 5–6 6 & Up (Jazz/Tap) 7 & Up Toe Shoes Lesson

6–7 p.m.

7–7:30 p.m.

4–5 p.m.

5–6 p.m.

6–7 p.m.

7–7:30 p.m.

11:45 a.m.–1 p.m.

4–5 p.m.

5–6 p.m.

6–7 p.m.

7–7:30 p.m.

Cost

$120/Month/12 Classes, $80/Month/8 Classes, $50/Month/4 Classes Adult Ballet $60/Month/4 Classes, $17 Walk-In Toe Shoes Class $90/Month/12 Classes, $60/Month/8 Classes, $30/Month/4 Classes

Instructor: Ayako Hiruma Day

Thu

Wed

10–10:45 a.m.

11–11:45 a.m.

Ages

18 Months–3 years

Cost

Day

Time

Tue

7–8 p.m.

9–9:40 a.m.

Koto Instrument

13 & Up

Ages

Cost

6 & Up $60/Week/2 Classes (Tue & Sat), 4–5 (Beginner) $40/Class (Tue/Sat) 4–5 (Advanced) Family discount: $10 discount per Sat 9:40–10:25 a.m. & Ages 6 & Up student if another family member (Beginner) signs up for the karate class.

10:30–11:30 a.m. 6 & Up (Advanced)

YOKOTA DANCE Company Instructor: Laurel Simon Day

Tue

Time

Ages

Cost

4:15–5 p.m.

Ages 7–12 (Dance Tricks) Grades 2–4 Elementary Jazz/Ballet Grades 5 & Up Intermediate Jazz/Ballet Privates

$45/Month/4 Classes

5–6 p.m.

6–7 p.m.

Thu

6–7 p.m.

$75/Month/12 Classes, $65/Month/8 Classes, $55/Month/4 Classes $35/Class

Instructor: Christine Minard Day

Thu

Time

4:15–5 p.m.

5–6 p.m.

$60/Month/4 Classes*

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

Cost

$20/Month/4 Classes, $7/Class

Instructor: Yasushi Abe

3:30–4:15 p.m.

Instructor: Mie Fujimori Time

6:30–7:30 p.m.

Ages

Traditional Karate

Kindermusik® Day

Time

Ages

Cost

Ages 3–4 (Jazz, Tap & Ballet) Ages 5–1st Grade (Jazz, Tap & Ballet)

$45/Month/4 Classes

Grades 5 & Up Intermediate Hip Hop

$75/Month/12 Classes, $65/Month/8 Classes, $55/Month/4 Classes

Women’s Yoga Day

Time

Ages

Cost

Sat

9–10:15 a.m.

18 & Up

$10/Class

Instructor: Fumiko Tachikawa Day

Thu

Time

Ages

Cost

11 a.m.–7 p.m.

All Ages

12–6 p.m.

12 & Up

Private Lessons $25/Hour Group Lessons* $48/Month/3 Classes

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

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Directory of services Aero Club/Flight Training

Fam PACAF Family Down Day / Exr Exercise / hol Holiday

Manpower & Organization

225-8725 • Bldg. 535 Mon–Thu 8 a.m.–4 p.m.

Fri 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Sat/Sun/Hol Closed Fam Closed

Cashiers Cage Daily 10 a.m.–8 p.m.

Hol 4–9 p.m.

Fam/Exr Normal Shogun Lounge / Game Room Sun–Thu 11 a.m.–10 p.m.

11 a.m.–2 a.m.

Fri 11 a.m.–2 a.m.

Sat Hol 4–9 p.m.

Fam/Exr Normal Spectrum Lounge Sun–Thu/Hol/ Fam/Exr Closed Fri 4 p.m.–2 a.m.

Sat 7 p.m.–2 a.m.

Arts & Crafts Center

Family Child Care Office

225-7837 • Bldg. 334 Tue–Sat 9:30 a.m.–6 p.m.

Fam/Exr Normal Sun/Mon/Hol Closed

225-8810 • Bldg. 3015 Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Sat/Sun/Hol/Fam Closed Exr Normal

225-9913 • Bldg. 316 Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

Every Other Friday Closes at 12 p.m.* Sat/Sun/Hol/Fam/Exr Closed* *Visit YokotaFSS.com for more details.

Auto Hobby Shop

Flight Kitchen

NAF HR

225-8988 • Bldg. 4304 (Ashiya TLF Tower) Tue–Sat 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Sun/Mon/Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal

Airman & Family Readiness Center

225-7623 • Bldg. 4086 Mon/Tue* 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

8 a.m.–8 p.m.

Wed–Fri Sat/Sun 9 a.m.–6 p.m.

Fam/Exr Normal Hol Closed

*JCI Inspections by appointment only.

DIY/STALL USE

Mon/Tue Closed Wed–Fri 11 a.m.–7:30 p.m.

Sat/Sun 9 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

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.

5:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m.

Exr 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

EducationServices • 225-7337 Bldg. 316 Mon–Thu 7:30 a.m.–4 p.m.

Fri 7:30 a.m.–12 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 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

Business Office & Catering Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Sat/Sun/Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal

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.

10 a.m.–3 p.m.

Sat Sun/Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal

Installation Personnel Readiness

225-8519 • Bldg. 400 Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Sat/Sun/Hol/Fam Closed Exr Normal

Kanto Lodge

224-2002 • Bldg. 15 Daily

Library

Open 24 Hours

225-7490 • Bldg. 617 Mon–Thu 10 a.m.–8 p.m.

Fri 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Sat/Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m.

Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal

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

Military Personnel Flight Customer Support

225-3920 • Bldg. 316 • Rm. 217 Employment Hotline • 225-5050 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 8 a.m.–7 p.m.

Sat/Sun 10:30 a.m.–4 p.m.

Fam/Exr Normal

Hol Closed Pool Mon–Fri 5 a.m.–8 p.m.

Sat/Sun 10:30 a.m.–6 p.m.

Fam/Exr Normal Hol Closed

Officers’ Club

225-8526 • Bldg. 31 Business Office Tue–Fri 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Sat–Mon/Hol/Fam Closed Exr Normal

Cashiers Cage • 225-8341 Sun/Mon/Hol Closed Tue–Fri 10 a.m.–9 p.m.

Sat/Fam 5–9 p.m.

Exr Normal Catering Office • 225-8342 Tue–Sat 10 a.m.–7 p.m.

Samurai Lounge Tue–Sat 5–10 p.m.

Sun/Mon/Hol Closed Fam Normal Exr Normal

Outdoor Recreation/ Equipment Rental

225-4552 • Bldg. 564 Sun 11 a.m.–4 p.m.

Mon/Tue/Thu/Fri 9:30 a.m.–6 p.m.

Wed/Hol Closed Sat 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Fam/Exr Normal

Par 3 Golf Course

225-8815 • Bldg. 4010 Clubhouse/Pro-Shop Mon/Wed–Sun 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

Tue Closed Fam/Exr Normal 9-Hole Golf Course Mon/Wed–Sun 7:30 a.m.–Sunset Tue Closed Fam Normal Driving Range Mon/Wed–Sun 7:30 a.m.–8:30 p.m.

Tue 11 a.m.–8:30 p.m.

Hours subject to change due to weather conditions.

Pet Care Center

225-8906 • Bldg. 4066 Daily 8:30 a.m.–6 p.m.

Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal

Post Office

225-9383 • Bldg. 410 Finance (Package Mailing) Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–6 p.m.

Sat 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Sun/Hol/Fam Closed Pick-Up Window Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–6 p.m.

Sat 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Sun/Hol/Fam Closed

Professional Development Center

225-8331 • Bldg. 580 ALS/CAA/FTAC Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Sat/Sun/Hol/Fam Closed Exr Normal

Readiness & Plans/ Mortuary Affairs

225-3667/3668 • Bldg. 4069 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 4 a.m.–10 p.m.

Sat/Sun/Hol 6 a.m.–8 p.m.

Fam 6 a.m.–8 p.m.

MX Nutri Shop • 225-9893

Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–2 p.m., 4–8 p.m.

Sat/Hol 9 a.m.–1 p.m.,

2:30–7 p.m.

Sun Closed

School-Age Care

225-6397 • Bldg. 3258 Mon–Fri 6:30 a.m.–6 p.m.

Exr 5:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m.

Sat/Sun/Hol/Fam Closed

Taiyo Community Center

225-6955/6966 • 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–Fri 7 a.m.–4 p.m.

Sat/Sun 7 a.m.–4 p.m.

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. 26 U-DRIVE PICK-UP/DROP-OFF ONLY Daily 6:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Hours subject to change due to weather conditions.

Williams Technical Service Tama Hills Recreation Area Insurance

224-3422 Reservation Desk Mon 12 a.m.–5 p.m.

Closed Tue Wed 8 a.m.–12 a.m.

Thu–Sun 24 Hours Country Store Mon 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Tue Closed Wed/Thu 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

Fri 10 a.m.–8 p.m.

Sat/Sun 8 a.m.–8 p.m.

Hillcrest Lounge Mon/Tue Closed Wed–Thu 4–9 p.m.

Fri/Sat 1–11 p.m.

Sun 1–9 p.m.

Tama ODR • 227-5248 Mon/Tue Closed Wed–Sun 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

225-2742 • Bldg. 327 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

Teen Center

Youth Sports

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

Youth Center

225-7441 • Bldg. 1591 Business Office Mon 2:30–6 p.m.

1:30–6 p.m.

Tue Wed–Fri 2:30–6 p.m.

Sat/Sun/Hol/Fam Closed Exr Normal Recreation Center Mon–Fri 2:30–6 p.m.

Sat 1–6 p.m.

Sun/Hol/Fam Closed Exr Normal 225-7422 • Bldg. 1591

Yujo Community Center

225-7713 • Bldg. 327 Mon–Wed 9 a.m.–7 p.m.

Thu–Sat 9 a.m.–9 p.m.

Sun Closed Hol 9 a.m.–2 p.m.

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/Fam/Exr 11 a.m.–8 p.m.

Banzai Burrito

225-9551 • Bldg. 4330 Mon–Thu 11 a.m.–8 p.m.

Fri/Sat 11 a.m.–9 p.m.

Sun 3–8 p.m.

Hol Closed

Charlie T’s

227-8837/8820 • Bldg. 2066 Breakfast (à la carte menu) Mon–Fri 6:30–10 a.m.

Sat/Hol 7–10 a.m.

Fam Normal Brunch (Ballroom) Sun 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Lunch Mon–Fri 11 a.m.–2 p.m.

Sat/Hol* 7 a.m.–1 p.m.

Fam 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m. *Holidays on Fridays Dinner Mon–Tue/Thu–Fri 5–9 p.m.

Wed/Sun/Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal

Chico’s Chop House & Seafood Grill

225-8343 • Bldg. 31 Lunch Tue–Fri 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

Hol Closed Lunch Hol/Fam Closed Dinner Tue–Sat 5–9 p.m.

Chili’s Grill & Bar

1 (210)-574-9947 • Bldg. 536 Sun–Thu 11 a.m.–9 p.m.

Fri/Sat 11 a.m.–10 p.m.

G&R’s Pacific Pub

225-8293 • Bldg. 327 Mon–Fri 10:30 a.m.–7 p.m.

Sat/Sun/Hol/ Fam Closed

Kiji Dining Room

224-3422 (Tama Hills Rec Area) Mon 8 a.m.–2 p.m.

Tue Closed Wed 11 a.m.–2 p.m., 4–8 p.m.

Thu 8 a.m.–2 p.m., 4–8 p.m.

8 a.m.–2 p.m., 4–9 p.m.

Fri Sat 7 a.m.–2 p.m., 4–9 p.m.

Sun 7 a.m.–2 p.m., 4–8 p.m.

Irregular Closures 9 Apr • Chili’s Visit YokotaFSS.com and

17 Apr • Route 16

18 Apr • Library

/YokotaFSS for special closure information.

BREAKFAST / LUNCH / DINNEr

Route 16

225-8685 • Bldg. 35 Mon–Fri 11 a.m.–8 p.m.

Hol Closed Exr Normal Late Night Hours (Open 24 Hours) Fri 8 p.m.–Sun 2 p.m.

Rickenbacker’s Coffee Shop

Kanto Lodge • Bldg. 15 Daily 6 a.m.–3 p.m.

7 a.m.–1 p.m.

Hol/Fam /Exr Enlisted Club • Bldg. 2066 Mon–Fri 6:30 a.m.–2 p.m.

Sat/Sun/Hol/Fam Closed Exr Normal

Samurai Café Military Dining 225-8870 • Bldg. 335 Midnight Daily Breakfast Mon–Fri Sat/Sun/Fam Brunch Hol Lunch Daily Dinner Daily

10 p.m.–12 a.m.

5:30–8 a.m.

6:30–9:30 a.m.

7 a.m.–1 p.m.

11 a.m.–1 p.m.

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–Fri 7 a.m.–2 p.m.

Sat/Sun 7 a.m.–4 p.m.

Hours subject to change due to weather conditions.

Yes Cafe

080-5483-0854 Mon–Sat

6:30 a.m.–2 p.m.

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