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E-Sports are at the E Club. Pg. 9.
NEW YEAR, NEW CALENDAR Team Yokota’s take on the Samurai Fox. Pg. 10.
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20 | CULT UR A L CONNEC TION 22 L IF E & L EISURE
2024 CALENDAR 10 WINNERS SKI & SNOWBOAD TRIP
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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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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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ENTERTAINMENT & DINING ALL WELCOME
ENTER TAI NMENT & DI NI NG
OFFICERS’ CLUB 225-8526 • Bldg. 31 /YokotaClubs
MEMBERS ONLY
ENLISTED CLUB 227-8820 • Bldg. 2066 /YokotaClubs
DINING
DINING
SEAFOOD NIGHT
FREE PIZZA NIGHT
Wed • 10 Jan • 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!
Thu • 4 Jan • 5–7 p.m. Shogun Lounge Members Only • Adults Only
BUTCHER’S CHOICE Wed • 17 Jan • 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.
QUARTERLY MEMBERSHIP BINGO NIGHT: SLUMBER PARTY! Wed • 31 Jan • 5–7 p.m. Officers’ Club Members: $15 Ages 13 & Up, $10 Ages 3–12 Nonmembers: $20 Ages 13 & Up $15 Ages 3–12 Get cozy in your pajamas, then come hungry for some comfort food! We’ll be eating breakfast, playing bingo, and giving away prizes.
MONGOLIAN BBQ Sat • 6 Jan • 5–9 p.m. Charlie T’s 85¢ per Ounce Club members receive a 15% discount.
SUNDAY BREAKFAST Sun • 7 & 21 Jan • 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Charlie T’s $13.75 Ages 13 & Up $6.75 Ages 6–12 Free Ages 5 & Under Enjoy a limited buffet of your breakfast favorites.
SUNDAY BRUNCH Sun • 14 Jan • 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Oshawa Ballroom $19.95 Ages 13 & Up $8.75 Ages 6–12 Free Ages 5 & Under Featuring a carving and omelet station, mimosas and more, Sunday Brunch is the perfect way to start your day!
EVENTS TACO TUESDAY/KARAOKE Tuesdays • 6–10 p.m. Shogun Lounge Adults Only
WINGMAN WEDNESDAY & TRIVIA Wednesdays • 6–9 p.m. • $10 Shogun Lounge 75¢ per Wing Adults Only • Dine-In Only
KARAOKE NIGHT Thank you for sponsoring Quarterly Membership Bingo Night: Slumber Party! No Federal endorsement of sponsors intended.
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Fridays • 6–10 p.m. Shogun Lounge Adults Only
ALL RANKS KIDS EAT FREE Tue • 9 Jan • 5–7 p.m. Chico’s & Charlie T’s • Dine-In Only Club member’s kids can enjoy a free meal from the kids menu.
QUARTERLY MEMBERSHIP BREAKFAST Wed • 10 Jan • 7–9 a.m. Ohsawa Ballroom
STATE ADMISSION DINNER Wed • 10 Jan • 5–9 p.m. Charlie T’s & Chico’s Georgia, Utah, Connecticut, Michigan, Kansas, New Mexico, and Alaska driver’s license holders receive a free dinner up to a $10 value.
RETIREE APPRECIATION DAY Fri • 26 Jan • 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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n the summer of 2023, the 374th Force Support Squadron reached out to the community of Yokota Air Base to help fill the pages of the new 2024 calendar. The community answered back with an overwhelming amount of artistic talent showcasing the 374 FSS’s very own mascot, Samurai Fox. Thank you to the artists of Yokota for all the amazing submissions and congratulations to those who were selected!
MT. NYUKASA SNOWSHOE HIKING Located in the Nagano prefecture, snowshoe hiking at Mt. Nyukasa offers a tranquil trek through the powdery snow. Take in the stunning view of the northernmost edge of the Akaishi mountains, and if the weather is clear, Mt. Fuji will be visible too. Snowshoe hiking is the perfect way to experience the sights, sounds and snow of Japan’s beautiful Southern Alps. SAT • 24 FEB • 5:30 A.M.–8 P.M. $60 • AGES 13 & UP SIGN-UP: 25 JAN–21 FEB INCLUDES: TRANSIT, GONDOLA TICKET, SNOWSHOES & GUIDE
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SPORTS & RECREATION OUTDOOR RECREATION 225-4552 • Bldg. 564 /YokotaOutdoorRec /Yokota.ODR
JANUARY 2024 BEGINNER & FAMILY FRIENDLY KUROHIME-KOGEN SKI & SNOWBOARD TRIP Sun • 7 Jan • 4:45 a.m.–9 p.m. $85 Ages 13 & Up $70 Ages 3–13 Sign up by: 4 Jan Includes: Transit & Lift Ticket
KAGURA SKI & SNOWBOARD TRIP
TOGAKUSHI SKI & SNOWBOARD TRIP
Thu • 11 Jan • 4:30 a.m.–9 p.m. $60 • All Ages Sign up by: 6 Jan Includes: Transit
Sun • 21 Jan • 4 a.m.–9 p.m. $65 • All Ages Sign up by: 18 Jan Includes: Transit
NOZAWA SKI & SNOWBOARD TRIP
TOGAKUSHI SNOWSHOE HIKE
Thu • 18 Jan • 4 a.m.–9 p.m. $60 • All Ages Sign up by: 13 Jan Includes: Transit
Sun • 21 Jan • 4 a.m.–9 p.m. $70 • All Ages Sign up by: 18 Jan Includes: Transit, Snowshoes & Guide
HAKUBA47 & GORYU SKI & SNOWBOARD TRIP
Nozawa Onsen Overnight Trip Thu–Fri • 25–26 Jan Depart: 4 a.m.; Return: 9 p.m. $150 • Ages 13 & Up Sign up by: 11 Jan Includes: Transit, Lodging, Dinner & Breakfast
SPORTS & RECREATION
Sat • 20 Jan • 4 a.m.–9 p.m. $65 • All Ages Sign up by: 16 Jan Includes: Transit
*Lunch not included.
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SHIGA KOGEN THREE-DAY TRIP
Sat • 24 Feb • 5:30 a.m.–8 p.m. $60 • Ages 13 & Up Sign-Up: 25 Jan–21 Feb Includes: Transit, Gondola Ticket, Snowshoes & Guide
Sat–Mon • 17–19 Feb Depart: 4 a.m.; Return: 9 p.m. $360 Ages 13 & Up $320 Ages 4–12 Free Ages 3 & Under (No Bed) Sign up by: 3 Feb Includes: Transit, Lodging, Two Dinners & Two Breakfasts
Tue • 13 Feb • 4:45 a.m.–9 p.m. $80 Ages 13 & Up $70 Ages 3–12 Sign-Up: 14 Jan–8 Feb Includes: Transit & Lift Ticket
NAEBA SKI & SNOWBOARD TRIP
KANDATSUI SNOW RESORT
OVERNIGHT TRIPS
Wed • 14 Feb • 5:30 a.m.–9 p.m. $50 • All Ages Sign-Up: 16 Jan–10 Feb Includes: Transit
ARAI SKI & SNOWBOARD TRIP
SPORTS & RECREATION
Thu • 15 Feb • 4 a.m.–9 p.m. $60 • All Ages Sign-Up: 16 Jan–9 Feb Includes: Transit
Wed • 28 Feb • 5 a.m.–8 p.m. $60 • All Ages Sign-Up: 30 Jan–24 Feb Includes: Transit
HAKUBA CORTINA TWO-DAY TRIP Thu–Sat • 1–3 Feb Depart: 4 a.m.; Return: 9 p.m. $230 Ages 13 & Up $180 Ages 3–12 Sign up by: 18 Jan Includes: Transit, Lodging, Two-Day Lift Ticket, Dinner & Breakfast
*Free lift tickets for ages 12 and under. Lunch not included.
URA-BANDAI THREE-DAY SKI & SNOWBOARD TRIP WINTER SIGHTSEEING OPTION AVAILABLE Sat–Mon • 17–19 Feb Depart: 4 a.m.; Return: 9 p.m. $360 • All Ages Sign up by: 2 Feb Includes: Transit, Two Dinners, Breakfasts & Lodging
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Hakuba47 & Goryu Ski & Snowboard Trip Sun • 4 Feb • 4 a.m.–9 p.m. $65 • All Ages Sign-Up: 5–30 Jan Includes: Transit
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TAMA HILLS RECREATION AREA
Reservations/Lodging • 227-5230 Recreation • 227-5248
EVENTS CABIN BBQ TO-GO 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.
Tama Lodge Winter Special
SPORTS & RECREATION
4 Jan–29 Feb Receive 50% off any room in the main lodge any day of the week.* The Winter Special applies to standard cabins on Wednesday and Thursday nights. Cannot be combined with any other discounts or coupons. *DV suite not included.
GOLF
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 1 PUTT/CLOSEST TO THE PIN COMPETITION Saturdays Win 18-hole green fees or cart rental (Annual Green Fee holders) by making the longest 1 putt or getting closest to the hole with your tee shot. Winners will be determined at the end of the day. Eligible pin competition holes will be determined weekly and the ball must be on the green to be considered eligible.
YOKOTA GOLF CENTER
RETIREE DAY
OPERATION 36 GOLF PROGRAM
Mondays 50% off green fees.
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.
FAMILY FUN DAY Sundays Kids ages 6 through 13 play free when accompanied by a parent.
Trackman Golf: Monthly Tourney Pebble Beach Pro-Am
1 Jan–29 Feb • $20 • All Ages Yokota & Tama Golf Course Choose your own PGA Tour Pro and play the Pebble Beach Golf Links using our TrackMan simulator!
Save on green fees with an annual pass! Contact Tama Golf for more details.
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Sunshine City’s claim to fame is the nearly 800-foot tall Sunshine 60 Skyscraper. The complex contains shops and restaurants, an aquarium, planetarium, museum and an indoor theme park. The aquarium alone occupies the top three floors, housing 80 tanks with 37,000 fish representing 750 species. Exhibits include the Sunshine Lagoon, a tank that holds 240 tons of water, the Jellyfish Tunnel, and the Sunshine Aqua Ring for views of sea lions, penguins, and more!
COST BY AGE GROUP: $55 (16 & Up) $45 (6–15) $35 (4–5) $30 (3 & under if a seat is needed) ITINERARY: Depart Aquarium Sunshine City Return
8:30 a.m. 11 a.m.–1 p.m. 1–4 p.m. (Free time & Lunch on your own) 6 p.m.
Tour cost includes bus transportation and admission to the aquarium.
For updates on all things ITT, visit
/YokotaITT.
For detailed information on ITT’s upcoming tours, visit YokotaFSS.com/ITT. 227-7083 • Bldg. 327
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LIFE & LEISURE MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS CENTER (M&FRC) 225-8725/042-507-6548 • Bldg. 535 /YokotaMFRC1
To register for classes, courses, events and workshops, please scan the QR code or contact the M&FRC.
EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM ACE THE INTERVIEW Wed • 10 Jan • 9–11 a.m. Learn tips and tricks to ace your interview and leave feeling confident and empowered to land the job!
KEY SPOUSE REFRESHER TRAINING Tue • 16 Jan • 9–10 a.m. Get up to speed on the local trends and resources available for your KS program!
HEART LINK ON THE ROAD Mon • 29 Jan • 8 a.m.–2 p.m. Calling all new spouses! Yokota is waiting for you! Hop on the bus and explore what the base has to offer. Get acquainted with key building locations, meet community members, and discover resources available to you. Registration is required.
READINESS
Tue • 16 Jan • 9–10:30 a.m. This class explores different career and education recourses such as MYCAA, scholarship opportunities, TEAMS, MySECO and other vital resources for education and employment.
PRE-DEPLOYMENT BRIEFING Mon • 8 Jan • 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.
Thu • 18 Jan • 9–11 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.
MEDITATION MONDAYS
EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY MEMBER PROGRAM
REINTEGRATION BRIEFING
EFMP SENSORY PLAY GROUP Thu • 11 Jan • 10–11 a.m. Bring your children for some creative play and craft time.
EFMP 101 Thu • 25 Jan • 10–11 a.m. Are you new to EFMP? Get started with some info and resources.
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.
Artist: Evie Allen
Thu • 11 Jan • 8 a.m.–12 p.m. A mandatory course for all newly appointed Key Spouses. Participants must have a signed appointment letter from the Commander to join.
EDUCATION & EMPLOYMENT RESOURCES
FEDERAL JOBS APPLICATION AND RESUME WRITING WORKSHOP
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INITIAL KEY SPOUSE TRAINING
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. 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.
RELOCATION PROGRAM TIPS FOR TEACHING ENGLISH Mon • 8 Jan • 1:30–2:30 p.m. Learn how to teach English to local Japanese speakers. Registration is required.
WALKING IMMERSION TOUR
PERSONAL & WORK LIFE
Thu • 11 & 25 Jan • 1:30–4 p.m. Walk to Fussa and enjoy some local shopping while learning about shrines, temples and riding the train. Plan to walk 2-3 miles. Space is limited. Registration is required.
KEY SPOUSE CONTINUING EDUCATION
SPONSORSHIP TRAINING
Tue • 9 Jan • 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. or 5:30–6:30 p.m. Join us for monthly networking and training for Key Spouses. Learn about important KS program enhancements including OPSEC, suicide awareness and SAPR. Registration is not required.
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Fri • 12 Jan • 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
DOD TRANSITION DAY
Fri • 12 Jan • 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.
Mon • 8 Jan • 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.
TRAIN TOUR Fri • 19 Jan • 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Learn the public transportation system by visiting Tachikawa! Please wear comfortable shoes and bring at least ¥1,000 for the train. Space is limited. Registration required.
JAPANESE CUSTOMS & COURTESIES Mon • 22 Jan • 1:30–3 p.m. Learn Japanese etiquette so you can feel more at ease exploring off base. Registration required.
JAPANESE COOKING CLASS (SUSHI) Tue • 30 Jan • 12–1:30 p.m. Learn a delicious local recipe! Space is limited. Registration is required.
SURVIVAL JAPANESE Tuesdays • 6–7 p.m. Learn basic Japanese words and phrases to navigate on your own off base. No class on 2 January.
NEWCOMERS ORIENTATION 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.
TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
TAP TALK Wed • 3 Jan • 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.
PRE-SEPARATION BRIEFING Wed • 3 & 17 Jan • 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.
Tue • 9 Jan • 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.
VA BENEFITS AND SERVICES Fri • 19 Jan • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Members will be provided with information regarding their benefits from a Veteran’s Affairs advisor. This is a congressionally mandated course. Contact M&FRC to schedule.
DEPARTMENT OF LABOR EMPLOYMENT WORKSHOP Mon–Tue • 22–23 Jan • 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. Artist: Karleen Ardito
EDUCATION & TRAINING CENTER 225-4207 • Bldg. 316
MILITARY TA BRIEFING 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.
PROMOTION TESTING Bldg. 316 • Room 232 & 233 Please contact your unit’s Weighted Airmen Promotion System (WAPS) monitor for questions.
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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 M&FRC or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil.
DEPARTMENT OF LABOR EMPLOYMENT FUNDAMENTALS OF CAREER TRANSITION (EFCT)
ARTS & CRAFTS CENTER
LIBRARY
225-7837 • Bldg. 334 /YokotaArtsandCraftsCenter
225-7490 • Bldg. 617 AirForceLibraries.LibGuides.com/Yokota/Home /YokotaLibrary
QUILTING CLASS WITH ETSUKO IITAKA (ONE DAY) Fri • 12 Jan • 2–4 p.m. $10/Session • Ages 18 & Up Master quilter, Ms. Etsuko Iitaka, has had her works displayed at the Tokyo National Art Gallery. Now, she’s sharing that skill with the Yokota community! The class will be taught in both English and Japanese, so grab your friends and get to A&C!
ORIGAMI TAKE & MAKE
AERO CLUB/FLIGHT TRAINING CENTER (FTC) 225-8988 • Bldg. 4304 /USAFYokotaFlightTrainingCenter/AeroClub
Wednesdays • 4–5 p.m. All Ages Calling all Master Builders! Join us for LEGO brick free play every Wednesday!
FLIGHT OVER TOKYO
CONSTRUCTION CHAOS CLUB
$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. Payments due at the time of scheduling.
Mon • 8 Jan • 10 a.m. All Ages Master the art of paper folding. Collect a kit containing supplies and instructions to create your own origami project.
LEGO LAB
Thursdays • 4–5 p.m. Ages 8 & Up Join us every Tuesday for free play with different STEAM toys each week.
AIRMEN GAME DAY Saturdays • 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.
LIFE & LEISURE
Artist: Jonah Campos
Storytime
Tuesdays • 10:30–11 a.m. Library Recommended for Ages 2–5 Join us for 30 minutes of fun and adventure with our weekly themed book reading, songs and more!
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AUTO HOBBY SHOP 225-7623 • Bldg. 4086 /YokotaAutoHobbyShop
NEW YEAR SPECIAL 2024 4–31 Jan Celebrate the New Year with a new-car feel! Our detailing packages will be 5% off all month long.
WINTERIZE SPECIAL Now–29 Feb 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
Artist: James Ritton
225-7720 • Bldg. 1290
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28 JAPANESE COOKING CLASS M&FRC • 12–1:30 p.m.
30
DOL EMPLOYMENT WORKSHOP (DAY 2) M&FRC • 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
23
QUARTERLY MEMBERSHIP BINGO NIGHT: SLUMBER PARTY Officers' Club • 5–7 p.m.
31
24
PRE-SEPARATION BRIEFING M&FRC • 8–11 a.m. BUTCHER’S CHOICE Chico’s • 5–9 p.m.
17
QUARTERLY MEMBERSHIP BREAKFAST Enlisted club • 7–9 a.m. ACE THE INTERVIEW M&FRC • 9–11 a.m. SEAFOOD NIGHT Chico’s • 5–9 p.m. STATE ADMISSION DINNER Charlie T's & Chico's • 5–9 p.m.
10
TAP TALK M&FRC • 7:30–8:30 a.m. PRE-SEPARATION BRIEFING M&FRC • 8–11 a.m.
3
Wednesday
EFMP 101 M&FRC • 10–11 a.m. WALKING IMMERSION TOUR M&FRC • 1:30–4 p.m.
25
APPLICATION & RESUME WORKSHOP M&FRC • 9–11 a.m.
18
27
OPEN HOUSE Natatorium • 1–4 p.m.
20
13
MONGOLIAN BBQ Charlie T's • 5–9 p.m.
6
Saturday
RETIREE APPRECIATION DAY SUPER SMASH BROS.™ Officers’ & Enlisted Club • Breakfast AND MORTAL KOMBAT or Lunch TOURNAMENT Enlisted Club • 12–5 p.m.
26
VA BENEFITS AND SERVICES M&FRC • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. TRAIN TOUR (TACHIKAWA) M&FRC • 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
19
SPONSORSHIP TRAINING M&FRC • 9–10 a.m. PLAN MY MOVE M&FRC • 10:30–11:30 a.m. QUILTING CLASS Arts & Crafts • 2–4 p.m.
12
5
Friday
LIFE & LEISURE
INITIAL KEY SPOUSE TRAINING M&FRC • 8 a.m.–12 p.m. EFMP SENSORY PLAY GROUP M&FRC • 10–11 a.m. WALKING IMMERSION TOUR M&FRC • 1:30–4 p.m.
11
FREE PIZZA NIGHT Enlisted Club • 5–7 p.m.
4
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.
HEART LINK ON THE ROAD M&FRC • 8 a.m.–2 p.m.
DOL EMPLOYMENT WORKSHOP (DAY 1) M&FRC • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. JAPANESE CUSTOMS & COURTESIES M&FRC • 1:30–3 p.m.
22
SUNDAY BREAKFAST Enlisted Club • 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
21
KEY SPOUSE REFRESHER TRAINING M&FRC • 9–10 a.m. EDUCATION & EMPLOYMENT RESOURCES M&FRC • 9–10:30 a.m.
16
15
14
SUNDAY BRUNCH Enlisted Club • 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
EFCT M&FRC • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. KEY SPOUSE CONTINUING EDUCATION M&FRC • 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. or 5:30–6:30 p.m. KIDS EAT FREE Chico’s & Charlie T’s • 5–7 p.m.
DOD TRANSITION DAY M&FRC • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. ORIGAMI TAKE & MAKE Library • 10 a.m. TIPS FOR TEACHING ENGLISH M&FRC • 1:30–2:30 p.m. PRE-DEPLOYMENT BRIEFING M&FRC • 2–4 p.m.
9
2
1
8
Tuesday
Monday
ENTERTAINMENT & DINING
SUNDAY BREAKFAST Enlisted Club • 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
7
Sunday
JAN
Enlisted Club • 10 p.m.–1 a.m.
BAR MUSIC
Library • 10:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
AIRMEN GAME DAY
SATURDAYS
Enlisted Club • 10 p.m.–1 a.m.
BAR MUSIC
Enlisted Club • 6–10 p.m.
KARAOKE NIGHT
Officers’ Club • 5–7 p.m.
FRIDAY SOCIAL HOUR
FRIDAYS
Officers’ Club • 6–8:30 p.m.
THURSDAY NIGHT TRIVIA
Enlisted Club • 6–10 p.m.
TEXAS HOLD’EM
Library • 4–5 p.m.
CONSTRUCTION CHAOS CLUB
Library • 10:30–11 a.m.
CHILDREN'S STORY TIME
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
Library • 4–5 p.m.
LEGO LAB
M&FRC • 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
NEWCOMERS ORIENTATION (DAY 1)
WEDNESDAYS
Enlisted Club • 6–10 p.m.
TACO TUESDAY/KARAOKE
MFRC • 6–7 p.m.
SURVIVAL JAPANESE
Library • 10:30–11 a.m.
STORYTIME
TUESDAYS
Enlisted Club • 6–10 p.m.
TABLETOP GAME NIGHT
M&FRC • 12–12:30 p.m.
MEDITATION MONDAYS
MONDAYS
ONGOING EVENTS
Artist: Jose Pinpin
JANUARY CLASS SCHEDULE ARTS & CRAFTS • 225-7837 FOR A LIST OF ARTS & CRAFTS CLASSES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE.
ATTENTION
ARTS & CRAFTS GUESTS: THE FRONT PARKING LOT WILL BE CLOSED
NOW – 20 FEB 2024 DUE TO CONSTRUCTION. !"#$%&'()&*(+&'()+&)$,-+./#$,0$12
28
HORIZONS JANUARY 2024
NATATORIUM • 225-6133
TRADITIONAL KARATE Instructor: Kazuma & Gyoko Itaki
BALLET STUDIO
DAY
Instructor: Chinatsu Hoshino
Wed
DAY
TIME
AGES
COST
Tue
11–11:45 a.m. 3:30–4:30 p.m. 5:15–6 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 5 & Up Adult 6 & Up 3–4 3–4 5 & Up 6 & Up
$45/Month/4 Classes
Wed Thu Fri
$55/Month/4 Classes $50/Month/4 Classes $55/Month/4 Classes $45/Month/4 Classes $45/Month/4 Classes
TIME
AGES
COST
Tue
10:15–10:45 a.m.
18 Months–3
$35/Month/4 Classes
DAY
TIME
AGES
COST
Wed
4:30–5:15 p.m.
11 & Up
$45/Month/4 Classes
5–6
$65/Month/8 Classes, $40/Month/4 Classes
Instructor: Lynn Babiera DATE
TIME
Thu
10–11 a.m.
AGES
COST
w18 & Up
$56/Month/8 Classes, $28/Month/4 Classes, $8/Walk-In
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
Instructor: Eri Ogido
HAWAIIAN KEIKI HULA Instructor: Midori Sudo DAY
TIME
AGES
COST
Mon
3–3:45 p.m.
5–12
$35/4 Classes, $10/Walk-In
JIU JITSU Instructor: Rodrigo Taniguti DAY
Fri
ZUMBA®
*Class eligibility is based on instructor approval.
Fri
7 & Up
COST
YIN YOGA
Tue
POINTE SHOES*
Wed
5–6
VINYASA FLOW
DAY
Tue/Thu
AGES
$55/Month/4 Classes
MOMMY & ME
Mon
Sat
TIME
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.
DAY
TIME
Tue
5:15–6:15 p.m.
Thu
5:30–6:30 p.m.
COST
18 & Up
$30/Month/8 Classes, $15/Month/4 Classes, $5/Walk-In
SAMURAI FITNESS CENTER • 225-8890 BRAZILIAN JIU JUTSU
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
Instructor: Uluh
$50/Month/8 Classes
Wed
$60/Month/8 Classes $50/Month/8 Classes $30/Month/4 Classes $25/Month/4 Classes $30/Month/4 Classes
Thu
*Gi (traditional two-piece garment) is not required for Adult (Advanced) class.
AGES
DAY
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
DANZAN RYU JIU JITSU Instructor: Marcos Baca DAY
Tue Thu
ADULT SWIM Instructor: Mikito Kuimara, Kei Yamamoto, Kengo Shimakura
MORNING FLOW YOGA
DAY
TIME
AGES
COST
Wed
6:15 - 7:15 a.m.
Basics
$65/Month
Instructor: Jaqueline DAY
Mon
MASTER SWIM
TIME
9:30–10:30 a.m.
AGES
COST
16 & Up
$32/8 Classes, $17/4 Classes, $5/Class
Instructor: Shotaro Shimazaki DAY
Mon–Fri
TIME
AGES
COST
5–6 a.m.
Advanced
6–7 a.m.
Intermediate
$75/5 Days Weekly, $50/3 Days Weekly
VIN & YIN YOGA Instructor: Jaqueline DAY
Wed
TIME
5:15–6:15 p.m.
AGES
COST
16 & Up
$32/8 Classes, $17/4 Classes, $5/Class
HORIZONS
JANUARY 2024
29
VINYASA FLOW
GROUP LESSONS*
Instructor: Jaqueline
DAY
DAY
TIME
AGES
COST
Wed
5:15–6:15 p.m.
16 & Up
$32/8 Classes, $17/4 Classes, $5/Class
TIME
Mon & Wed
Lesson Slots From 1–8 p.m.
AGES
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.
6–12 13 & Up
SLOW FLOW YOGA Instructor: Jaqueline DAY
TIME
AGES
COST
Thu
5:15–6:15 p.m.
16 & Up
$32/8 Classes, $17/4 Classes, $5/Class
*Minimum of five participants; maximum of 10. Please contact Taiyo in advance to reserve a spot.
HAWAIIAN HULA Instructor: Midori Sudo DAY
YIN YOGA
TIME
Instructor: Jaqueline DAY
TIME
AGES
COST
Wed
6:25–7:25 p.m.
16 & Up
$32/8 Classes, $17/4 Classes, $5/Class
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Mon
12:30–1:30 p.m.
AGES
COST
18 & Up (Advanced) 18 & Up (Beginner)
$40/Month, $12/Class
JAPANESE LANGUAGE Instructor: Taketo Ippei Nishi
ZUMBA®
BASIC JAPANESE*
Instructor: Eri Ogido DATE
AGES
COST
DAY
TIME
AGES
COST
16 & Up
$30/8 Classes, $5/Class
Tue
5:20–6 p.m.
8 & Up
$50/4 Classes
TIME
Wed
10–11 a.m.
TAIYO • 225-6955
BEGINNER JAPANESE DAY
TIME
AGES
COST
Tue
6–6:40 p.m.
8 & Up
$50/4 Classes
BEGINNER PLUS JAPANESE
ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES (ESOL)
DAY
TIME
AGES
COST
Instructor: Rika Taniguchi
Tue
6:40–7:20 p.m.
8 & Up
$50/4 Classes
GROUP LESSONS
INTERMEDIATE JAPANESE/SPECIAL TOPICS
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
TIME
AGES
COST
7:20–8 p.m.
8 & Up
$50/4 Classes
*No Japanese language experience necessary.
PRIVATE LESSONS* DAY
TIME
Mon–Fri
10 a.m.–7 p.m.
Sat
10 a.m.–5 p.m.
AGES
COST
5 & Up
$70/30 min; $120/60 min $35/One Time 4 Lessons/Month
KAYOKO’S SCHOOL OF BALLET Instructor: Kayoko Hara BALLET & TAP DAY
*Parents must remain in room with minors.
Mon Wed
GUITAR Instructor: Hiroshi Kishimine
DAY TIME
Lesson Slots Mon & Wed 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.
Mon Wed
Thu
30
HORIZONS JANUARY 2024
TIME
AGES
COST
4–5 3–4
$80/Month/8 Classes, $50/Month/4 Classes
TIME
AGES
COST
5–6 p.m.
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
4–5 p.m.
BALLET
PRIVATE LESSONS DAY
DAY
Tue
6–7 p.m.
$80/Month/8 Classes, $50/Month/4 Classes
YOKOTA DANCE COMPANY*
TOE SHOES DAY
TIME
AGES
COST
7–7:40 p.m.
All Ages (Advanced)
$40/Month/4 Classes
Mon Wed
Instructor: Jason Angove HIP HOP DAY
Thu Fri
JAZZ & TAP DAY
TIME
Thu
5–6 p.m.
AGES
COST
6 & Up
$80/Month/8 Classes, $50/Month/4 Classes
PIANO
TIME
AGES
COST
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)
*Hip Hop private lessons are available for $35 (60 min).
YOUTH PROGRAMS • 225-7441
Instructor: Mie Fujimori PRIVATE LESSONS
GYMNASTICS & CHEER
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.
GROUP LESSONS* DAY
TIME
AGES
COST
Mon–Fri
Lesson Slots From 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
5 & Up
$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
*Minimum of three students per class; maximum of six.
DAY
TIME
AGES
COST
TANABATA (TRADITIONAL JAPANESE FOLK DANCE)
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
Instructor: Ayako Hiruma
LEVEL 1 & 2
DAY
TIME
AGES
COST
Thu
6:30–7:30 p.m.
7 & Up
$20/Month, $7/Walk-In
TRADITIONAL KARATE
Thu
Instructor: Yasushi Abe DAY
TIME
Tue
7–8 p.m. 9–9:40 a.m.
Wed
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)
PIANO Instructor: Maki Hashimoto
$60/Month/8 Classes, $40/Month/4 Classes
DAY
TIME
Mon–Fri
Lesson Slots From 2:30–5:30 p.m.
AGES
COST
5 & Up
$60/Month/ 4 Lessons/30 Min.
*Multi-Student Family Discount: Each additional family member to sign up receives a $10 discount.
YOKOTA DANCE ANGELS Instructor: Yoshie Sato K-POP DANCE DAY
Tue
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
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
JANUARY 2024
31
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
225-8526 • BLDG. 31 BUSINESS OFFICE Mon Tue–Fri Sat/Sun/Hol Fam/Exr
Normal
5 a.m.–8 p.m. Closed Normal 12:30–5 p.m. 12:30–5 p.m.
8 a.m.–3 p.m. 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Closed Normal
CASHIERS CAGE • 225-8341 Tue–Fri 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Sat 5–9 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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