GUIDE TO THE GREAT OUTDOORS

URABANDAI THREE-DAY TRIP

Urabandai, the highland area of Mount Bandai, may just be one of Japan’s best kept secrets. Despite its high elevation and ideal snow conditions, Urabandai’s three ski resorts (Grandeco, Nekoma, and Alts Bandai) remain uncrowded. In fact, weekday ski and snowboarders frequently feel as if they have the resort all to themselves. Beginners will appreciate the rookie-friendly runs at Grandeco while advanced riders can enjoy the long, winding black diamond trail. Nekoma offers high-quality powder, a park and mogul runs. Alts Bandai is the biggest of the three extending over multiple mountain ranges. Freestyle riders will stay entertained with the five terrain parks and there’s plenty of trails for the low-key riders. Wind down after a long day of carving at a cozy Japanese lodge. The western-style common area invites guests to gather with friends and take in the stunning views of the neighboring snow-covered lake.

SAT–MON • 13–15 FEB DEPART: 4 A.M. RETURN: 9 P.M. $300 ALL AGES SIGN UP BY 5 FEB INCLUDES: TRANSIT, LODGING, TWO DINNERS & TWO BREAKFASTS

SPORTS & RECREATION

OUTDOOR RECREATION

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

FEBRUARY

HIKING TO VIEW DIAMOND FUJI

Sun • 21 Feb • 11:30 a.m.–8:30 p.m. $30 Ages 13 & Up Sign up by 18 Feb Includes: Transit & Guide

For full trip details visit YokotaFSS.com/ODR.

All rental equipment must be reserved in advance.

SKI/SB DAYTRIPS

KUROHIME KOGEN

Sat • 6 Feb • 4:45 a.m.–9 p.m. $80 Ages 18 & Up, $70 Ages 6–17, $60 Ages 5 & Under Sign up by 2 Feb Includes: Transit & Lift Ticket PILATUS TATESHINA

Tue • 9 Feb • 5 a.m.–8 p.m. $40 All Ages Sign up by 6 Feb Includes: Transit HAKUBA GORYU & 47

Sat • 20 Feb • 4 a.m.–9 p.m. $60 All Ages Sign up by 16 Feb Includes: Transit HODAIGI

Sun • 28 Feb • 4 a.m.–9 p.m. $60 All Ages Sign up by 23 Feb Includes: Transit

SKI/SB OVERNIGHT TRIPS

SHIGA KOGEN THREE-DAY TRIP

Sat–Mon • 13–15 Feb Depart: 4 a.m., Return: 9 p.m. $390 Ages 13 & Up, $320 Ages 12 & Under Sign up by 6 Feb Includes: Transit, Lodging, Two Dinners & Two Breakfasts URABANDAI THREE-DAY TRIP

Sat–Mon • 13–15 Feb Depart: 4 a.m., Return: 9 p.m. $300 All Ages Sign up by 5 Feb Includes: Transit, Lodging, Two Dinners & Two Breakfasts HAKUBA TWO-DAY TRIP

Thu–Fri • 25–26 Feb Depart: 4 a.m., Return: 9 p.m. $220 Ages 13 & Up, $170 Ages 12 & Under Sign up by 18 Feb Includes: Transit, Lodging, Dinner, Breakfast & Two-Day Lift Tickets

SKI/SB OVERNIGHT TRIPS

NAEBA TWO-DAY TRIP

Mon–Tue • 1–2 Mar Depart: 4 a.m., Return: 8 p.m. $230 Ages 13 & Up, $130 Ages 12 & Under Sign up by 15 Feb Includes: Transit, Lodging, Dinner, Breakfast & Two-Day Lift Tickets TANGRAM MADARAO TWO-DAY TRIP

Thu–Fri • 11–12 Mar Depart: 4 a.m., Return: 9 p.m. $220 Ages 13 & Up, $170 Ages 12 & Under Sign up by 4 Mar Includes: Transit, Lodging, Dinner, Breakfast & Two-Day Lift Tickets SHIGA KOGEN TWO-DAY TRIP

Sat–Sun • 20–21 Mar Depart: 4 a.m., Return: 9 p.m. $200 Ages 13 & Up, $160 Ages 12 & Under Sign up by 13 Mar Includes: Transit, Lodging, Dinner & Breakfast Sat–Sun • 27–28 Mar Depart: 4 a.m., Return: 9 p.m. $175 All Ages Sign up by 19 Mar Includes: Transit, Lodging, Dinner & Breakfast

SKI/SB DAYTRIPS

FOUR TRIPS AVAILABLE!

KAGURA

Wed • 3 Mar • 4:45 a.m.–9 p.m. $40 All Ages Sign up by: 1 Mar Includes: Transit Tue • 16 Mar • 4:45 a.m.–9 p.m. $40 All Ages Sign up by: 13 Mar Includes: Transit Mon • 22 Mar • 4:45 a.m.–9 p.m. $40 All Ages Sign-Up: 20 Feb–18 Mar Includes: Transit Wed • 24 Mar • 4:45 a.m.–9 p.m. $40 All Ages Sign-Up: 22 Feb–21 Mar Includes: Transit Sat • 6 Mar • 4:45 a.m.–9 p.m. $80 Ages 18 & Up, $70 Ages 6–17, $60 Ages 5 & Under Sign-Up: 4 Feb–2 Mar Includes: Transit & Lift Ticket TOGAKUSHI

Sun • 7 Mar • 4 a.m.–9 p.m. $60 All Ages Sign-Up: 5 Feb–4 Mar Includes: Transit HAKUBA GORYU & 47

Sun • 14 Mar • 4 a.m.–9 p.m. $60 All Ages Sign-Up: 12 Feb–9 Mar Includes: Transit HAKUBA-HAPPO-ONE

Thu • 18 Mar • 4 a.m.–9 p.m. $60 All Ages Sign-Up: 16 Feb–15 Mar Includes: Transit MYOKO-SUGINOHARA

Sat • 20 Mar • 4 a.m.–9 p.m. $60 All Ages Sign-Up: 18 Feb–16 Mar Includes: Transit

GOLF

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

YOKOTA GOLF CENTER

PEBBLE BEACH GOLF SIMULATOR PRO-AM

8–14 Feb • $15* Compete against the pros playing at the PGA Pro event while you play 18-holes on the Trackman Simulator’s PGA National Golf Course. Call Yokota Golf Center to reserve your spot.

*Plus simulator fees.

TAMA HILLS RECREATION AREA

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

SPECIALS

WINTER SPECIAL AT TAMA

Now–31 Mar Reserve a room and receive 50% off any room in the main lodge, excluding the DV suite.

TAMA HILLS MASSAGE SERVICE

$75/90 Minutes $55/60 Minutes $35/30 Minutes $12/10 Minutes Choose from classic, sport and reflexology.

WEEKLY LUNCH BUFFET:

MON | HEALTHY LEAN TUE | ASIAN

PRICE:

APPETIZERS FROM $6 ENTREES FROM $9 DESSERTS FROM $5

AUDIENCE:

FAMILIES LARGE GROUPS

SETTING:

CASUAL WALK-INS WELCOMED

VEGETARIAN & PESCATARIAN OPTIONS AVAILABLE

With over 76 years of experience at Charlie T’s combined, the chefs decided the menu needed a facelift. With the support of manager, Martha Rowland, they embarked upon the journey to curate a menu the entire community can enjoy.

Charlie T’s has been a Yokota staple for over 22 years, serving good quality food at the right price. The restaurant lives inside the Enlisted Club and offers traditional American flare foods. During the COVID-19 pandemic the restaurant closed and the staff shifted their focus on providing meals for transient military members. The staff found themselves with a lot more free time which afforded them the opportunity to try new chef driven menu ideas.

WED | ALL AMERICAN

The best sellers remain on the updated breakfast menu alongside new options. The Full Stack offers three fluffy pancakes, bacon, and eggs served with warm syrup. The Golfers Skillet includes eggs, shredded chicken, vegetables, and potatoes covered with melted cheese. The French Toast Plate offers a slightly less sinful meal with its smaller portion size. Charlie T’s offers the convenience of home, being one of the few local restaurants offering traditional american breakfast. The chefs have a passion for cooking and it shows. The Seafood Linguine is loaded with shrimp and crab meat tossed in a rich creamy sauce. The Vegetable Stir Fry, blends fresh vegetables in a sweet asian blend sauce. The tender Garlic Mussels are sauteed with garlic and butter.

The dessert menu was created by Shin, a former pastry chef and the homemade desserts don’t disappoint. Once Ms. Rowland became aware of his experience, she asked that he create the two new desserts featured on the menu. The Chocolate Banana Mousse Cake is light yet intensely flavorful and the Brownie Delight is an elevated twist on a classic dessert of brownie with ice cream.

The team at Charlie T’s vow to keep the menu fresh. They are excited to show more of their skillset and creativity once health precautions are lifted. Ms. Rowland looks forward to introducing the restaurant to new patrons and encouraging the team she describes as “versatile and hard working.” It is their desire, that the menu reflects their passion for cooking.