Horizons | January 2024

HORIZONS

IT’S TIME TO LEVEL UP.

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

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12 | GUIDE TO T HE GRE AT OU T DOORS 13 SPOR TS & RECRE ATION Outdoor Recreation (ODR) Tama Hills Recreation Area Golf

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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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374 AW COMMANDER, COL ANDREW L. RODDAN 374 MSG COMMANDER, COL RYAN J. VETTER 374 FSS COMMANDER, LT COL JORDAN D.M. HAYES 374 FSS SUPERINTENDENT, CMSGT JASMINE A. HOWELL

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CHIEF, MARKETING, TIERRA KIMBLE

EDITORIAL

WRITER-EDITOR, ERAINA BURQUEZ

ART

GRAPHIC ARTISTS, TAKESHI TOYAMA AYA OKAMOTO MASARU YOSHIHARA SARA DUNN

BUSINESS

COMMERCIAL ADVERTISING MANAGER, YOKO KOMIYA MARKETING STRATEGIST, ISAAC MCCRANNERY WEB SPECIALIST, YUMIKO ROYSTER OFFICE CLERK, SHANNON HAWKINS SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER, ABIGAIL O’HARE

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REPRODUCTION MANAGER, MAKOTO ARITA OFFSET PRESS OPERATOR, MASANORI OHNO

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PHOTOGRAPHER, JEFFREY JOHNSTON

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.

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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

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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!

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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

LIFE & LEISURE

HORIZONS

JANUARY 2024

25

HORIZONS

APRIL 2022

26

29

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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