CULTURAL CONNECTION

ENOSHIMA ISLAND

SAT • 12 DEC

8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Cultural Connection

Located on the southern shores of Kanagawa prefecture, Enoshima Island offers a variety of attractions including the Enoshima Shrine, Seaside Park, Sea Candle observation tower and historically religious caves. It is also the site of many aquatic sports activities, and views of Mount Fuji can be seen on clear days. The island is divided into two parts: the yacht harbor and forested hill. Visit the yacht harbor’s Enoshima Aquarium, restaurants and miles of beach. The beach’s sandy shores and welcoming waters invite beach bums to sun bathe and swim.

Keep your eyes peeled for Enoshima Shrine’s three buildings scattered across the island. The sacred shrine is dedicated to the Buddhist goddess, Benten, who brings forth fortune, wealth, music and knowledge. According to legend, Benten created Enoshima and subdued a five headed dragon that had been terrorizing the area.

To reach the forested hill, climb the steps or pay a small fee to use the elevators. Just keep in mind, the elevators are not open to those descending the hill, so all visitors must take the stairs down. Shop and dine at the restaurants and souvenir shops while enjoying the beautiful sights Enoshima has to offer. Reach the hill’s top to explore Samuel Cocking Garden — a botanical garden filled with seasonal plants and flowers. The Enoshima Sea Candle proudly stands as Enoshima’s predominant symbol. Access the lighthouse’s observation deck for expansive views of the surrounding area.

$45 Ages 4 & Up The price applies for ages 3 and under if a seat is needed. December tour signups start Saturday, 21 November. For updates on all thing ITT, visit /YokotaITT. For detailed information on ITT’s upcoming tours, visit YokotaFSS.com/ITT.

LIFE & LEISURE LIFE & LEISURE

AUTO HOBBY SHOP

225-7623 • Bldg. 4086 /YokotaAutoHobbyShop

WINTERIZE SPECIAL Now–28 Feb 2021 $82/4-Quart Engine Oil Service Includes:

• Engine Oil & Filter Change* • Radiator Flush • New Radiator Cap • Fluids Check & Top Off • Belts & Hoses Check • Charging System • Vehicle Undercarriage Check • Tire Air Pressure Check

Bring proof of your club membership and get 10% off! Call Auto Hobby Shop for more information.

*Oil filter cost not included. $3.50 per additional quart.

DRIVER LICENSING FOR NEW DRIVERS

AT YOKOTA AIR BASE

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REQUIREMENTS Steps 2, 3, and 4 can be completed concurrently once Step 2 has been initiated.

STEP 1

BE AT LEAST 16 YEARS OLD & OBTAIN A USFJ 4EJ STUDENT DRIVER PERMIT

STEP 2

DRIVER EDUCATION CLASSROOM INSTRUCTION

STEP 3

STEP 4

20 HOURS DRIVING WITH A FULLY LICENSED ADULT

SIX HOURS IN-CAR TRAINING WITH A CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR

For full details on driver’s license requirements, see USFJ INSTRUCTION 31-205, Section 2.2.1.2.

STOP BY THE TAIYO FRONT DESK TO SIGN UP.

ARTS & CRAFTS CENTER

225-7837 • Bldg. 334 /YokotaArtsAndCraftsCenter

MASHIKO POTTERY TOWN TOUR Sat • 21 Nov • 8 a.m.–6:30 p.m. $35 → Free* • Ages 16 & Up Mashiko city is known for their mashiko-yaki pottery — a distinctive and heavy, country-style pottery made of mountain clay and red pine wood. Get a backstage tour of the Tsukamoto pottery factory and museum. Visit the Mashiko Museum of Ceramic Art for just ¥1,000, or shop ’til you drop at the many pottery stores located on the city’s main street.

*Those not eligible for the R4R discount may still sign up for the trip but must pay full price. Please speak with Arts & Crafts staff for more information.

PHOTO STUDIO HOLIDAY SPECIAL 4–25 Nov • $35 Includes: One 8x10 Print, Two 5x7 Prints & Digital Images Get ahead of the holiday season! Arts & Crafts can even turn your photos into holiday cards for an additional $2.50 per sheet.

LIBRARY

225-7490 • Bldg. 617 /YokotaLibrary

VIRTUAL STORY TIME Tuesdays • 10:30 a.m. Visit the Library’s Facebook page for a weekly story time video.

MAKER’S CLUB TO-GO 3–10 Nov* Learn the joys of science, technology, engineering, art and math with the Library’s Maker’s Club To-Go kit. Available for pickup at the Library. Check out their Facebook page for instructions and more resources related to the activity’s theme.

*Or while supplies last.

FALL FEST TO-GO Now–6 Nov* Celebrate the autumnal season with some fun activities in a to-go kit. Kits will include craft supplies for making fall leaf crowns, foam pumpkins and more! Visit the Library’s Facebook page for instructions and library resources to help you enjoy the season!

*Or while supplies last.

DIGITAL ESCAPE ROOMS 1–15 Nov & 16–30 Nov Challenge your observation and deductive skills in one of our Digital Escape Rooms. Themes will change every two weeks. Visit the Library's Facebook page for more details.

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AIRMAN & FAMILY READINESS CENTER (A&FRC)

225-8725 • Bldg. 535 /Yokota.AFRC1

CULTURAL COURSES

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

JAPANESE CUSTOMS & COURTESIES Mon • 9 Nov • 1:30–3 p.m. Ages 18 & Up Learn Japanese etiquette so you can feel more at ease exploring off base. Registration is required.

JAPANESE COOKING CLASS CURRY & RICE Tue • 17 Nov • 12–1:30 p.m. Ages 18 & Up Learn a new recipe and meet new people. Registration is required.

MILITARY WORKSHOPS

SPONSORSHIP TRAINING Fri • 6 Nov • 9–10:30 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.

NEWCOMERS ORIENTATION Wednesdays • 8 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Thu • 5, 12 & 19 Nov • 1:30–3:30 p.m. Newcomers Orientation is a mandatory program for all active duty personnel new to Yokota. DoD civilians and spouses are highly encouraged to attend. Call A&FRC or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil to register.

PRE-DEPLOYMENT BRIEFING Thu • 5, 12 & 19 Nov • 10–11 a.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.

REINTEGRATION BRIEFING Thu • 5, 12 & 19 Nov • 11 a.m.–12 p.m. 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 process of returning to the new normal. Registration is required.

FINANCIAL READINESS

WEALTH BUILDING WEDNESDAY SERIES SAVINGS & INVESTING Learn simple tips to secure a strong financial future. This presentation distinguishes between saving and investing approaches and identifies saving and investing options available to service members. Included in this presentation is a list of resources to assist with saving and investing activities. Email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil to register.

PERSONAL & WORK LIFE

KEY SPOUSE CONTINUING EDUCATION Tue • 10 Nov • 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. or 5–6 p.m. Stay up to date and improve upon your key spouse skills.

HEARTLINK: NEW SPOUSE ORIENTATION Tue • 17 Nov • 8 a.m.–2 p.m. Increase your awareness of the Air Force mission, customs and protocols. This workshop, sponsored by the Air Force Aid Society, is specifically designed for spouses and is highly encouraged for all Yokota key spouses. Email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil to register.

COMMUNITY CENTERS

Yujo • 225-7713 • Bldg. 327 Taiyo • 225-6955 • Bldg. 3260

MESSY SPLATTER Sat • 7 Nov • 2–5 p.m. Taiyo $10 Material Fee • All Ages Create artwork using a variety of unique objects. Registration is required. Limited space available.

PING PONG TOURNEY Sat • 21 Nov • 2 p.m. Yujo • Free Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon of table tennis. Registration is required. Limited space available.

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AERO CLUB/FLIGHT TRAINING CENTER (FTC)

225-8988 • Bldg. 4304 /USAFYokotaFlightTrainingCenter/AeroClub

FLIGHT SAFETY MEETING Sat • 7 Nov • 9 a.m. Enlisted Club Join the Aero Club for a local general aviation flight safety discussion group. Attendance is required for all pilots. Member and flight instructor currency in Aero Club aircraft is conditional upon regular attendance at USAF Aero Club safety meetings.

FLIGHT OVER TOKYO $165 Want to see the bright lights of Tokyo from the sky? The Aero Club can show you the big city in an hour-long, piloted flight. Three passenger maximum. Weight restrictions may apply. Tour flights must be scheduled in person, 24 hours in advance. Payment is due at time of scheduling.

ENHANCED VISION SYSTEMS The General Aviation Joint Steering Committee (GAJSC) believes Enhanced Vision (EV) and Synthetic Vision (SV) technology can significantly improve general aviation utility and reduce the chance of accidents during night and Instrument Meteorological Conditions (IMC) operations. EV systems use sensors to provide a better view of the outside world. These aircraft-based sensors use near-infrared cameras or millimeter wave radar to provide vision in limited visibility environments. EV systems can identify terrain in weather, and detect wildlife or other obstructions on the runway. EV does however take some getting used to. You’ll have to make the transition to visual reference at some point, and that can be a challenge – especially if you’re not viewing the world through a Heads Up Display (HUD).

Unlike EV, SV does not use sensors to “see” outside. Instead, SV relies on GPS information and a database to create a virtual representation of the outside world that you, as the pilot, would see. Using information from navigation databases, SV creates a picture of the flight environment and overlays that picture with aircraft instrumentation and weather information to create a single image that contains all of the information necessary for safe flight operations. One key advantage is that SV can be installed in many aircraft with minimal expense or effort.

Resources • FAA Advisory Circular 90-106 Enhanced Flight Vision Systems https://www.faa.gov/documentLibrary/media/Advisory_Circular/ AC_90-106A.pdf • FAA Aviation Safety – Enhanced Vision Systems https://www.faa.gov/news/safety_briefing/2018/media/SE_ Topic_18-01.pdf

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VEHICLE OPERATIONS

225-7720 • Bldg. 1290

U-DRIVE DAYTRIP SUPER SAVER Did you know your Force Support Vehicle Operations has an Overnight Super Saver plan for U-Drive van rentals? The plan was created to benefit customers who wish to rent a van for long daytrips without having to pay for two full days of rental. This is how it works…let’s say you are going to the mountains and want to leave early on Saturday morning but can’t be back before the 4:30 p.m. drop-off time. With the Overnight Super Saver plan, you can check out the vehicle at 4:30 p.m. Friday evening and return it at 6:30 a.m. on Sunday morning for an additional cost of only $35. That’s a $40 savings over regular rental fees! It’s easy to set up. Simply ask one of the Vehicle Ops customer service reps about the Overnight Super Saver when you come in to fill out your contract, and they’ll help you set up your rental to best meet your needs. Overnight Super Saver must be requested at the time of reservation and is only available in conjunction with rentals of 24 hours or more.

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The New Sanno shuttle is currently unavailable due to COVID-19 travel restrictions.