HORIZONS
SIP LIKE A SOMMELIER
Join the Officers’ Club for wine tasting. Pg. 10.
HAVE A TERROR-IFIC TIME
Check out all of the FSS festivities. Pg. 17.
SET UP FOR SUCCESS
Prepare to climb the corporate ladder with an M&FRC workshop. Pg. 23.
YOKOTA AB, JAPAN Produced by the 374th Force Support Squadron
ISSUE 10 OCT 2022 PG 18.
OCTOBER
6 DINING
Yokota Eats Club Events
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G UIDE TO THE GREAT OUTDOORS
13 S PORTS & RECREATION
Outdoor Recreation (ODR)
Tama Hills Recreation Area Golf
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A HISTORY OF HALLOWEEN
C ULTURAL CONNECTION
22 L IFE & LEISURE
Military & Family Readiness Center (M&FRC) E ducation & Training Center
Library
Aero Club/Flight Training Center (FTC)
Community Centers
NAF HR
Auto Hobby Shop
Vehicle Operations
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NFORMATION Classes Map Directory
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This one doesn’t count!
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.
3HORIZONS OCTOBER 2022
AKIHITO MUKAWA
Financial Clerk – Post Office
Mr. Akihito “Aki” Mukawa began his career on Yokota nearly 28 years ago when he started working at AMC, spurred on by a desire to learn and practice English. After six years there, Mr. Mukawa sought new opportunities at the Post Office as the Financial Clerk. That was 22 years ago, and he has remained a dedicated and invaluable employee for the entirety of his career. His duties now exceed that of a Financial Clerk and he is
also a COPE, or Custodian of Postal Effects. In his dayto-day routine, Mr. Mukawa provides customer service, tracks the stamp supply and maintains and manages postal systems. “The systems are always changing,” he recalls, “We used to use a floppy disc. It was terrible and always crashed. But now, it’s an online system, so it’s getting easier.” Working at the Post Office over the years has given Aki-san the opportunity to meet many of Yokota’s personnel, and he looks forward to continued service in the community.
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If you’d like to see how you’d fare in a flight, strap in to the fully enclosed cockpit and get ready for takeoff! For more information, visit yokotafss.com/aero-club.
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SUNRISE BAKERY
Berry Danish $2
Breakfast & Lunch
Fresh, flakey puff pastry filled with creamy custard, topped with fresh fruit and sprinkled with powdered sugar.
CHARLIE T’S
Ninja Burger $9.75
Lunch
Fried chicken thigh served on a brioche bun with pineapple, lettuce, onion and smothered in a Yangnyeon sauce.
MEDITERRANEAN BISTRO
Greek Pesto Shrimp $10.50
Lunch
Pesto shrimp, spinach, tomato, cucumber and feta served on a baguette.
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CHICO’S CHOP HOUSE
Spicy Cauliflower Steak $15 Dinner
Grilled cauliflower seasoned with garlic, ginger, crushed red pepper and brushed with a balsamic glaze.
RICKENBACKER’S
Pumpkin Spice Latte
Breakfast & Lunch Tall: $4.50 Grande: $5 Venti: $5.50
Espresso served with caramel sauce and pumpkin spice syrup, topped with whipped cream and sprinkled with cinnamon and nutmeg.
CHILI’S
Southern Back
Porch Margarita
$5
Lunch & Dinner
A refreshing blend of Southern Comfort whiskey, mango puree and unsweetened iced tea.
ROUTE 16
Loaded Potato Dog
$9
Lunch & Dinner
A footlong hot dog served with shredded cheese, creamy sour cream and crispy bacon bits.
BANGKOK EXPRESS
Sweet & Sour Chicken
$8.95
Lunch & Dinner
Crispy chicken, bell pepper and onions tossed in a sweet and sour sauce.
THE WING PLACE
Flaming Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
$9
Lunch & Dinner
Grilled chicken filet smothered in spicy buffalo sauce and topped with cheese, jalapenos and a drizzle of honey, served with seasoned potatoes.
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ENTERTAINMENT & DINING
OFFICERS’ CLUB
225-8526 • Bldg. 31
/YokotaClubs
DINING
DAILY ACTION STATIONS
Tue–Fri • 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Curry Tuesday, Southeast Asia Wednesday, Mongolian Thursday and Pasta Friday. Club members receive a 15% discount.
BUTCHER’S CHOICE
Wed • 19 Oct • 5–9 p.m. • Chico’s Chop House
Reservations Recommended • Dine-In Only
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.
EARLY AUTUMN SPECIAL: SEAFOOD NIGHT
Fri • 7 Oct • 5–9 p.m. • Chico’s Chop House
Reservations Recommended EVENTS
BATTLE OF THE KEYS
Fri • 7 Oct • 7–9 p.m. • Officers’ Club
Free • Adults Only
Enjoy a night of dancing to live country music by the Pamela Hopkins Band.
TEXAS HOLD ‘EM
Tuesdays • 5–9 p.m. • Samurai Lounge
Members: $15; Nonmembers: $20
Adults Only
Top two winners will receive an FSS gift card.
TRIVIA
Thursdays • 6–8:30 p.m. • Samurai Lounge
Members: $8; Nonmembers: $10
Adults Only
Includes: Chef’s food selection.*
*Available from 5–7 p.m.
ENLISTED CLUB
227-8820 • Bldg. 2066 /YokotaClubs
DINING
MONGOLIAN BBQ
Sat • 1 Oct • 5–9 p.m. • Charlie T’s 85¢ per Ounce
Club members receive a 15% discount.
BREAKFAST BUFFET
Sun • 2, 9, 16 & 30 Oct • 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
Charlie T’s
$13.75 Ages 13 & Up, $6.75 Ages 6–12, Free Ages 5 & Under
Featuring a fruit & veggie smoothie bar!
ITALIAN SUNDAY BRUNCH
Sun • 23 Oct • 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Ohsawa Ballroom
$22.75 Ages 13 & Up, $9.75 Ages 6–12, Free Ages 5 & Under
The Italian menu will include spaghetti with mussels in tomato sauce, chicken with garlic caper sauce, a pasta station with your favorite Italian sides and breakfast items.
QUARTERLY MEMBERSHIP BREAKFAST
Wed • 5 Oct • 7–9 a.m. • Ohsawa Ballroom
Members Only EVENTS
NIPPON MATSURI
Sun • 16 Oct • 11 a.m.–5 p.m. • Enlisted Club
Free • All Ages
Celebrate traditional Japanese culture with theater, dances, music, magicians and more.
OKTOBERFEST
Sat • 8 Oct • 2–8 p.m.
Members: $20; Nonmembers: $25 Adults Only Come out for some pretzels, pork schnitzel, music and more.
BANZAI NIGHT
Fri • 7 Oct • 5–8 p.m.
Ohsawa Ballroom
Stop by the Enlisted Club to enjoy your favorite Banzai bowls, burritos and more.
ALL RANKS
STATE ADMISSION DINNER
Wed • 5 Oct • 5–9 p.m.
Charlie T’s & Chico’s Chop House
California driver’s license holders receive a free dinner up to a $10 value.
KID’S EAT FREE
Tue • 11 Oct • 5–9 p.m.
Charlie T’s & Chico’s Chop House
Dine-In Only
Club member’s kids can enjoy a free meal from the kid’s menu.
RETIREE APPRECIATION DAY
Fri • 28 Oct
Charlie T’s & Chico’s Chop House Dine-In Only
Retirees receive 50% discount with the purchase of a breakfast or lunch entree. Must show proof of your Retiree ID card and club membership.
ENLISTED CLUB
All events listed below may only be attended by enlisted personnel and their families.
FREE PIZZA NIGHT
Thu • 6 Oct • 5–7 p.m. • Shogun Lounge
Members & Dine-In Only • Adults Only
LADIES NIGHT
Fri • 7 Oct • 9 p.m.–2 a.m. Spectrum Lounge • Adults Only
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.
ALL WELCOME MEMBERS ONLY ENTERTAINMENT & DINING 8 HORIZONS OCTOBER 2022
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MT. FUJI CYCLING AT LAKE YAMANAKA
Admire the breathtaking sights of Lake Yamanaka in an 8-mile trail ride on the water’s edge. The lake has the largest surface area of the Fuji Five Lakes and offers spectacular waterfront views. A popular spot for locals and tourists alike, Lake Yamanaka’s unparalleled beauty is sure to keep you captivated as you bike. If the weather cooperates, this path lends itself to picturesque views of Mt. Fuji. Experience the lakeside and Fuji views while getting some fresh air in a cycling trip with ODR!
INCLUDES: TRANSIT & GUIDES SUN • 13 NOV • 7 A.M.–3 P.M. $35 • AGES 13 & UP SIGN-UP: 14 OCT–10 NOV
SPORTS & RECREATION
TWO TRIPS AVAILABLE!
OUTDOOR RECREATION
225-4552 • Bldg. 564
/YokotaOutdoorRec
/Yokota.ODR
OCTOBER
FUJIYAMA POWER-LINE TRAIL MOUNTAIN BIKE COURSE
Sat • 1 Oct • 7 a.m.– 5 p.m.
$40 • Ages 16 & Up
Sign up by: 27 Sep
Includes: Transit & Guide
PINK RIBBON HIKING OF MITOU OTAKI
Sun • 2 Oct • 8:30 a.m.–3:15 p.m.
$14 • Ages 6 & Up
Sign up by: 1 Oct
Includes: Transit & Guide
TWO TRIPS AVAILABLE!
PARAGLIDING AT ASAGIRI KOGEN
Sat • 8 Oct• 5:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
$135 • Ages 13 & Up
Sign up by: 29 Sep
Sun • 30 Oct • 5:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
$135 • Ages 13 & Up
Sign up by: 20 Oct
Includes: Transit, One Tandem Jump & Insurance
*Requirements: All participants must weigh between 90 and 220 pounds.
AUTUMN VACATION AT MADARAO TOKYU RESORT
Sat–Sun • 8–9 Oct
Depart: 6 a.m.; Return: 8:30 p.m.
$150 Ages 13 & Up, $110 Ages 4–12
Sign up by: 24 Sep
Includes: Transit, Lodging, Breakfast, Dinner & Hiking Guide
*Activities are optional.
CANOEING AT ARIMA DAM
Sun • 16 Oct • 7:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
$30 • Ages 12 & Up
Sign up by: 5 Oct
Includes: Transit, Equipment, Paddling Lesson & Guide
*Requirements: All participants must be able to swim.
DOWNHILL MOUNTAIN BIKING AT FUJITEN
Sat • 22 Oct • 7 a.m.–3 p.m.
$55 • Ages 13 & Up
Sign up by: 18 Oct
Includes: Transit, Lift Ticket, Play Fee & Guide
Diamond Fuji Viewing Hiking
Sun • 16 Oct • 11:30 a.m.–9 p.m.
$40 • Ages 13 & Up
Sign up by: 13 Oct
Sun • 30 Oct • 12 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
$40 • Ages 13 & Up
Sign up by: 26 Oct
Includes: Transit & Guide
NEW! FAMILY ROCK CLIMBING AT OUTDOOR VILLAGE IN AKISHIMA
Sat • 22 Oct • 10 a.m.– 1:30 p.m.
$60 • Ages 6 & Up
Sign up by: 14 Oct
Includes: Transit, Equipment, Climbing Lesson & Guide
13HORIZONS OCTOBER 2022 SPORTS & RECREATION
NOVEMBER
FAMILY ROCK CLIMBING AT OUTDOOR VILLAGE IN AKISHIMA
Fri • 11 Nov • 10 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
$60 • Ages 6 & Up
Sign-Up: 12 Oct–3 Nov
Includes: Transit, Equipment, Climbing Lesson & Guide
FAMILY & BEGINNER TROUT FISHING AT ONGATA
Sat • 12 Nov • 7 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
$65 • Ages 7 & Up
Sign-Up: 13 Oct–8 Nov
Includes: Transit, Lures, License, Lessons, Fishing Rod & Reel
MT. FUJI VIEWING EZ CYCLING AT YAMANAKA LAKE
Sun • 13 Nov • 7 a.m.– 3 p.m.
$35 • Ages 13 & Up
Sign-Up: 14 Oct–10 Nov
Includes: Transit & Guides
PARAGLIDING AT ASAGIRI KOGEN
Sun • 20 Nov • 5:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
*$135 • Ages 13 & Up
Sign-Up: 22 Oct–16 Nov
Includes: Transit, One Tandem Jump & Insurance
*Requirements: All participants must weigh between 90 and 220 pounds.
AUTUMN COLORED LEAVES HIKING AT FUJI AREA
Sun • 20 Nov • 7 a.m.–3 p.m.
$30 • Ages 13 & Up
Sign-Up: 21 Oct–17 Nov Includes: Transit & Guide
NEW! HADO AR SPORTS
Fri • 25 Nov • 12:30–8:30 p.m.
$40 • Ages 7 & Up
Sign-Up: 26 Oct–18 Nov Includes: Transit & Play Fee
Family Day Special Go-Kart Grand Prix
at Auto Paradise Gotenba
Fri • 25 Nov • 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
*$80 • Ages 18 & Up
Sign-Up: 25 Oct–15 Nov
Includes: Transit & Go-Karting Fees
*Requirements: All participants must be at least 59 inches. Absolutely NO alcoholic beverages during the event.
NIGHTTIME SKI & SNOWBOARD AT YETI
Sat • 26 Nov • 2 p.m.–1 a.m.
$60 • Ages 18 & Up
Sign-Up: 28 Oct–22 Nov
Includes: Transit & Lift Ticket
MT. FUJI VIEWING EZ CYCLING AT KAWAGUCHI LAKE
Sun • 27 Nov • 7 a.m.–3 p.m.
$35 • Ages 13 & Up
Sign-Up: 28 Oct–24 Nov
Includes: Transit & Guide
14 HORIZONS OCTOBER 2022 SPORTS & RECREATION
TAMA HILLS RECREATION AREA
Reservations/Lodging • 227-5230 Recreation • 227-5248
SPECIALS
TAMA HORSE STABLES
Wed–Sun Trail Ride: $40
Adult Riding Lessons: $50
Pony Ride: $7
Climb into the saddle at Tama Hills. Enjoy a relaxing trail ride or improve your riding skills with a lesson. Pony rides are also available for the little ones. Please call Tama Recreation or visit YokotaFSS.com/Tama for more details.
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.
EVENTS
40th Annual Inagi Festival
Sun • 2 Oct • 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Join us for the 40th Annual Inagi City and Tama Hills Joint Festival! Featuring music from local bands, food and beverage booths and games for the kids, this festival is your chance to immerse yourself in local culture.
GOLF
Tama Hills Golf Course • 042-374-2811
Yokota Golf Center • 225-8815
/TamaHillsGolfCourse
TAMA HILLS GOLF COURSE HOLIDAY SALE
Sat–Mon • 8–10 Oct
Up to 30% off selected items.
YOKOTA GOLF CENTER
OPERATION 36 GOLF PROGRAM
Thursdays
*$100/year • Ages 6 & 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.
TRACKMAN GOLF
$20 per 1/2 Hour
Practice your swing on your favorite course with the Trackman Golf Simulator. To reserve a time, call 225-8815.
Glow Golf
Fri • 7 Oct • 5–8 p.m.
$15 • Ages 6 & Up
Enjoy an evening of full moon fun with Par 3! The course will be illuminated with LED lights and glow sticks. To sign up or for more information, call Yokota Golf Center at 225-8815.
15 HORIZONS OCTOBER 2022 SPORTS & RECREATION
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PUMPKIN CARVING CONTEST
HALLOWEEN PARTY: WEIRD SCIENCE
GLOW GOLF
SPOOKY HALLOWEEN RUN
HALLOWEEN BOOO-LING
KIDS CLUB: MAD SCIENCE
1–21 Oct • Free • All Ages Taiyo Community Center Chisel an award-winning pumpkin for the chance to take home first, second or third place prizes! Contact the Yujo at 225-7713 or the Taiyo at 2256955 for more details.
Sat • 29 Oct • 8–11 p.m. Tomodachi Lanes • $12 • All Ages Join Tomodachi Lanes for a night of booo-ling! Prizes, candy and a costume contest await!
Sat • 29 Oct • 8 p.m.–2 a.m. Enlisted Club • Free Entry • 18 & Up Wear your best costume for a chance to take home a prize! Food will be available for purchase.
STEM SPOOKTACULAR 2022 Wed • 5 Oct • 5–7 p.m . Enlisted Club Members: $15 Ages 13 & Up, $10 Ages 3–12 Nonmembers: $20 Ages 13 & Up, $15 Ages 3–12 Free Ages 2 & Under Come to kids club and enjoy a night of creepy crafts, a haunted house and the cutest and spookiest costume catwalk.
Fri • 7 Oct • 5–8 p.m. Par 3 • $15 • Ages 6 & Up Light up the night and enjoy some full-moon fun with glow golf!
Sat • 29 Oct • 4–6 p.m. Par 3 • Free • All Ages Come in costume and celebrate Halloween with the Samurai Fitness Center. Join us at Par 3 for a spooky fun run! Thank you for sponsoring the Halloween Booo-ling. No Federal endorsement of sponsor intended.
The spookiest season has come to Yokota, and there’s no shortage of FSS events to kick off the fall festivities! The House of Torment, Halloween Booo-ling and the Spooky Halloween run are just a few of the celebrations, but why do we celebrate Halloween in the first place? The history of Halloween is a web woven of numerous cultures. Its early beginnings are found in Celtic culture over 2,000 years ago, and the more recent traditions of trick-or-treating didn’t first appear until the 1940s and 50s.
The origins of Halloween span centuries and have morphed the holiday into a cultural phenom that generates over $10 billion annually. So what exactly is Halloween, and why do we spend October 31st in costumes?
Though the specific nature of the event still eludes us, we know that the Celtic people held the festival of Samhain (pronounced sah-win). Roughly translated to “summer’s end,” Samhain was a sort of New Year’s celebration that was honored on November 1, marking the end of the harvest season. The community took this time to prepare for the winter, when the relentless, harsh and cold weather was often associated with death. It was believed that on October 31, the ghosts of the dead would revisit earth. The Celts expected these unruly ghosts to interfere with and damage their crops, and it was thought that their presence gave Druids (Celtic priests) a strengthened psychic ability. Traditionally, the Druids would create bonfires to honor Samhain and the Celts would dress up in animal heads and skins. These practices were thought to protect them throughout the winter, which was important to a civilization that was entirely dependent on the unpredictable weather and world around them.
Eventually, the Celts were conquered by the Romans. During their 400-year rule, they also established their own festivals that bled into the traditions of Samhain. Feralia was a day in late October to respect the passing of the dead, and they also had a day of Pomona, which honored the goddess of fruit and trees. It is suspected that this is where we got the Halloween tradition of bobbing for apples.
Eventually, Christianity made its way into the Roman-ruled Celtic lands and with it, the holiday of All Saints’ Day, or All-Hallows. All-Hallows, like Samhain and Feralia, honored the dead, specifically the deaths of martyrs and saints. Similarly to the Samhain traditions, All Saints’ Day was celebrated with bonfires and costumes, and participants would don the dress of angels and devils. The night before the festivities began was called All-Hallows Eve, which then turned into the name Halloween.
Halloween trickled into America along with the Pilgrims, though the strict Protestant beliefs meant that it was primarily celebrated in Maryland and the southern colonies. European traditions mixed with Native American customs and a uniquely American Halloween emerged. The first Halloween festivities included parties to celebrate the harvest, ghost stories and dancing. In the late 19th century, millions of Irish immigrants fled the Irish Potato Famine and entered the United States, and the influx of the Irish culture widely popularized Halloween.
As the holiday became customary in the United States, Americans began to participate in European traditions, dressing up in costumes and visiting houses to ask for food or money, which turned into what is now known as trick-or-treating. Over time, ghosts, ghouls and goblins have permeated the holiday, with folklore and superstition giving way to various modern traditions. What began thousands of years ago as a Celtic festival is now an American cultural giant, generating billions of dollars in revenue for costume and candy companies. One quarter of all candy sold in the United States is sold at Halloween, and the pet costume industry has rocketed to an all-time high, with Americans spending $490 million on pet costumes alone. It may be a far cry from Samhain, but the spirit of the holiday has held fast throughout the centuries.
It’s estimated that 65% of Americans will participate in Halloween this year. If you’re looking for a way to join the festivities, the FSS has you covered. Check out the full list of FSS events on page 17, and we look forward to seeing your scariest, spookiest costumes!
20 HORIZONS OCTOBER 2022 3-DAY KANAZAWA, TAKAYAMA AND SHIRAKAWA-GO TOUR FRI–SUN • 11–13 NOV
Shirakawa-go, a UNESCO world heritage site, is famous for their traditional “gassho-zukuri” style farmhouses, some of which are more than 250 years old. Gasshozukuri means “constructed like hands in prayer,” and is aptly named as the farmhouses’ steep thatched roofs resemble two hands pressed together. The architectural style was developed over many generations and is designed to withstand the large amounts of snowfall the region is prone to during the winter. The roofs provide a large attic space used for storing grains, vegetables and cultivating silkworms. Hida Takayama is a city in the mountainous Hida region of Gifu Prefecture and has retained a traditional touch of a historical Japanese town, especially in its beautifully preserved “old town.” The area has been beautifully preserved, with buildings and even entire streets of houses still standing. These structures date back to the Edo Period (1600-1868), when the city thrived as a wealthy merchant town. Kanazawa city grew to become a town of great cultural achievement, rivaling Kyoto and Edo (Tokyo) during the Edo Period. From 1583 to the end of the Edo Period, Kanazawa Castle was the seat of the powerful Maeda Clan, ranking second to the Tokugawa Shogunate in terms of size, wealth and power. The castle burned down several times over the centuries, and the most recent fire of 1881 left only two storehouses and the Ishikawa-mon Gate standing. During World War II, Kanazawa was fortunate enough to escape
destruction by air raids. Parts of the old castle town, such as the Nagamachi Samurai and Higashi Chaya Districts, have survived in impressive condition. Today, Kanazawa remains an important city in its region and serves as the capital of Ishikawa Prefecture. The city boasts many historical attractions, restored residences and districts. Kanazawa’s main attraction is the Kenrokuen Garden, which used to be the outer garden of Kanazawa Castle and is considered as one of Japan’s “three best landscaped gardens,” regarded by many as the most beautiful of them all.
For updates on all things ITT, visit /YokotaITT.
Coming soon!
Sign ups for November tours begin Saturday, 8 October at 10 a.m.
Shiraito Falls & Mt Fuji with Buffet, Shosenkyo Gorge, Thanksgiving Brunch at the New Sanno, Enoshima Island, Ushiku Great Buddha, Mishima Skywalk and Odawara Castle and more!
*4 Day Kyoto & 3 Day Hiroshima tours are on sale now!
For detailed information on ITT’s upcoming tours, visit YokotaFSS.com/ITT. 227-7083 • Bldg. 327
21HORIZONS OCTOBER 2022
COST BY AGE GROUP: $500 (6 & Up) Twin Occupancy $485 (6 & Up) Triple Occupancy $475 (6 & Up) *Fourth Occupancy *(One Room 1st Night + Two Twin Rooms 2nd Night) $120 (3–5) Seat Only/No Bed, No Meals $120 (2 & Under if a seat is needed; No Bed, No Meals) $55 Additional Single Occupancy *Club Member Discount does not apply for Overnight Tours. ITINERARY: Depart: 6 a.m. on 11 Nov Return: 8:30 p.m. on 13 Nov
LIFE & LEISURE
MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS CENTER (M&FRC)
225-8725 • Bldg. 535 /Yokota.AFRC1
CULTURAL COURSES
All other cultural courses can be found in the calendar on Pg. 27.
TIPS FOR TEACHING ENGLISH
Mon • 17 Oct • 1:30–2:30 p.m.
Ages 18 & Up
Learn how to teach English to Japanese speakers. Registration required.
WALKING IMMERSION TOUR
Thu • 20 Oct • 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
Learn about Japanese history and culture by exploring parks, shrines, shopping and more.
SINGLE MILITARY WALKING TOUR
Fri • 21 Oct • 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Get out of the dorms and experience Japan! Join the M&FRC on a journey off base to explore parks, shrines, shopping and more. Single or unaccompanied Airmen only.
JAPANESE CUSTOMS & COURTESIES
Mon • 3 Oct • 1:30–3 p.m.
Learn Japanese etiquette so you can feel more at ease exploring off base. Registration required.
JAPANESE COOKING CLASS
Tue • 25 Oct • 12–1:30 p.m.
Learn how to make local Japanese recipes.
SURVIVAL JAPANESE
Tuesdays • 6–7 p.m.
Learn basic Japanese words and phrases to navigate on your own off base.
MILITARY WORKSHOPS
TAP TALK
Wed • 5 Oct • 7:30–8:30 a.m.
Join M&FRC for free coffee and donuts while networking as you learn to navigate the civilian sector with other transitioning service members.
SPONSORSHIP TRAINING
Fri • 14 Oct • 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. Call the M&FRC or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil to register.
NEWCOMERS ORIENTATION
Day 1• Wed • 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Day 2 • Thu • 8 a.m.–12 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 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.
PRE-DEPLOYMENT BRIEFING
Thursdays • 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
Thursdays • 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 new normal. Registration is required.
TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
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 the M&FRC or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil.
DOD TRANSITION DAY
Tue • 4 & 18 Oct • 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
DoD Transition Day provides an overview of skills and information to help members prepare for their transition. This is a congressionally mandated course. Contact M&FRC to schedule.
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LIFE & LEISURE
DEPARTMENT OF LABOR EMPLOYMENT FUNDAMENTALS
OF CAREER TRANSITION (EFCT)
Fri • 14 Oct • 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 • 21 Oct • 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 • 24–25 Oct • 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
Take a deeper look into the civilian workforce with this two-day employment track. Contact M&FRC to schedule.
BOOTS TO BUSINESS ENTREPRENEURSHIP WORKSHOP
Mon–Tue • 31 Oct–1 Nov • 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
Conducted by the Small Business Administration, members will receive an overview of opening a new business, growing an existing business or managing one as they transition from military to civilian life. Contact M&FRC to schedule.
PERSONAL & WORK LIFE
EFMP SENSORY PLAY GROUP
Thu • 6 & 20 Oct • 9–10 a.m.
Learn about resiliency as you create crafts with your child.
KEY SPOUSE CONTINUING EDUCATION
Tue • 25 Oct • 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.; 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Networking and training for Key Spouses. Explore various topics to enhance your KS program including Suicide Awareness and SAPR. Registration is not required.
EFMP EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOP
Mon • 3 Oct • 10–11 a.m.
Come listen to the experts speak on various educational topics.
PLAN MY MOVE
Fri • 21 Oct • 9–10 a.m.
PCSing out of Yokota? Learn essential tools and information to ensure a smooth transition to your next duty station. Registration required. Call the M&FRC or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil to register.
FEDERAL RESUME APPLICATION AND WRITING WORKSHOP
Thu • 6 Oct • 9–10 a.m.
This workshop will follow Kathryn Troutman’s 10 Steps to Federal Employment, including tips on how to obtain federal employment through USAJobs. Please call 225-8725 or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil to register.
PRIVATE SECTOR RESUME/LINKEDIN WORKSHOP
Tue • 11 Oct • 9–11 a.m.
Learn how to make your private sector resume and LinkedIn account stand out amongst other applicants.
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 the M&FRC to schedule an appointment.
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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LIBRARY
225-7490 • Bldg. 617
AirForceLibraries.LibGuides.com/Yokota/Home /YokotaLibrary
CONSTRUCTION CHAOS CLUB
Tue • 4 Oct • 4–5 p.m.
Recommended for Ages 8 & Up
Join us in the library to explore the world of STEAM with Snap Circuits, K’Nex and much more!
AIRMEN GAME DAY
Sat • 1 & 15 Oct • 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.
ORIGAMI CLUB
Thu • 13 Oct • 4–5 p.m.
Recommended for Ages 8 & Up
Join us in the library to practice the art of paper folding. Create various designs and patterns. All skill levels welcome.
FAMILY MOVIE DAY
Sat • 8 Oct • 2 p.m.
Catch a flick at the library and enjoy popular movies ranging from rated G to PG-13.
T-SHIRT TUESDAY
Tue • 18 Oct • 10 a.m.
Be one of the first 10 library customers to tell a library staff member at the front desk what your favorite book is and choose a free t-shirt.
*Colors, slogans and sizes vary.
LEGO LAB
Wednesdays • 4–5 p.m.
All Ages
Calling all Master Builders! Join us for LEGO brick free play every Wednesday!
CHILDREN’S STORY TIME
Thursdays • 10:30–11 a.m.
Recommended for Ages 2–5 Join us for 30 minutes of fun and adventure with our weekly themed book reading, songs and more!
AERO CLUB/FLIGHT TRAINING CENTER (FTC)
225-8988 • Bldg. 4304 /USAFYokotaFlightTrainingCenter/AeroClub
FLIGHT OVER TOKYO
$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.
COMMUNITY CENTERS
Yujo • 225-7713 • Bldg. 327 Taiyo • 225-6955 • Bldg. 3260
MYSTERY CRAFTERNOON
Sat • 22 Oct • 12–4 p.m.
Taiyo • Free • All Ages
Come join us for an afternoon of fun and mystery crafting. What will it be? What will you create? Leave it to your imagination or stop by to find out and be creative!
NAF HR
225-3920 • Bldg. 316 • RM. 217
CAREER FAIR
Mon • 24 Oct • 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
M&FRC • Free • All Ages
This Halloween, don’t let finding employment on Yokota spook you. Check out the Career Fair to find out about exciting positions and a promising future with NAF and APF.
LIFE
Ping Pong Tournament
Fri • 21 Oct • 6–8 p.m.
Yujo • Free • All Ages
Come out for some friendly competition and see if you have what it takes to claim the crown as champion. Beginner and intermediate players welcome. FSS gift cards will be awarded for first and second place in each category.
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& LEISURE
AUTO HOBBY SHOP
225-7623 • Bldg. 4086
/YokotaAutoHobbyShop
Repair your car without breaking the bank by purchasing used parts! Auto Hobby Shop can search for recycled parts through off base vendors. Purchase a secondhand alternator, transmission, radiator and more. Contact the Auto Hobby Shop for more information at 225-7623.
VEHICLE OPERATIONS
225-7720 • Bldg. 1290
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OCTOBER CLASS SCHEDULE
ARTS & CRAFTS • 225-7837
JAPANESE CRAFTS
ART OF JAPANESE GIFT WRAPPING
Instructor: Mao Kurosu
DATE TIME AGES COST
Fri 7 & 21 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. 18 & Up $12/Session ($5 Material Fee)
DECORATIVE OBI TYING
Instructor: Mao Kurosu
DATE TIME AGES COST
Sat 15 (Obi Wall Hanging) 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. 18 & Up $30/Session
JAPANESE FABRIC DYING
Instructor: Mariko Takatori
DATE TIME AGES COST
Fri 21 1–3 p.m. 18 & Up $22/Session ($10 Material Fee)
3:30–5:30 p.m. 6–17 $11/Session ($10 Material Fee)
SHODO (JAPANESE CALLIGRAPHY)
Instructor: Taka Uno
DATE TIME AGES COST
Thu 6, 13 & 20 4:30–6 p.m. 18 & Up $10/Session
FINE ARTS
BEGINNING WATERCOLOR
Instructor: Hiromi Ogawa
DATE TIME AGES COST
Wed 5, 12 & 26 1:30–3:30 p.m. 18 & Up $20/Session ($5 Material Fee)3:30–5:30 p.m. 6–10
BONSAI PRUNING CLASS
Instructor: Satoru Yamauchi
DATE TIME AGES COST
Sat 8 & 22 10 a.m.–12 p.m. 18 & Up $6/Session ($25 Material Fee)
ANIMALIA DRAWING CLASS
Instructor: Akiko
DATE TIME AGES COST
Thu 6, 13, 20 & 27 9:30–11 a.m. 16 & Up $33/Session (Materials Included)
CRAFTS
WOODWORKING ORIENTATION & SAFETY CLASS FOR BEGINNERS
Instructor: Seiji Kobayashi
DATE TIME AGES COST
Sat 1 & 15 9:45 a.m.–12:30 p.m. 16 & Up $5/Session
QUILTING AND NEEDLEWORKS
QUILTING TECHNIQUES
Instructor: Etsuko Iitaka DATE TIME AGES COST Tue 11 & 25 4–6 p.m. 18 & Up $10/Session
CERAMICS/POTTERY
CLAY CONCEPTS
Instructor: Yumi Shirodate
DATE TIME AGES COST
Sat 8 & 22 10 a.m–1 p.m. 18 & Up $48/2 Sessions ($35 Material Fee)
INTRODUCTION TO CLAY FOR KIDS
Instructor: Shigeru Ayuha
DATE TIME AGES COST
Wed 5, 12, 19 & 26 3:30–4:30 p.m. 6–10 $45/Four Sessions, Materials IncludedThu 6, 13, 20 & 27 3:30–4:30 p.m.
INTRODUCTION TO CLAY FOR TEENS
Instructor: Shigeru Ayuha
DATE TIME AGES COST
Fri 7, 14, 21 & 28 3:30–4:30 p.m. 11–15 $45/Four Sessions, Materials Included
INTRODUCTION TO CLAY
Instructor: Shigeru Ayuha
DATE TIME AGES COST
Wed 5, 12, 19 & 26 5–6:30 p.m. 16 & Up $48/Four Sessions, Materials IncludedFri 7, 14, 21 & 28 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m.
INTRODUCTION TO WHEEL THROWING
Instructor: Shigeru Ayuha
DATE TIME AGES COST
Thu 6, 13, 20 & 27 5–6:30 p.m. 16 & Up $48/Four Sessions, Materials Included
INTERMEDIATE CLAY
Instructor: Shigeru Ayuha
DATE TIME AGES COST
Fri 7, 14, 21 & 28 5–6:30 p.m. 16 & Up $48/Four Sessions, Materials Included
SILVER CLAY JEWELRY
Instructor: Shigeru Ayuha
DATE TIME AGES COST
Sat 8 & 15 3–5 p.m. 18 & Up $30/Two Sessions
PHOTOGRAPHY
DIGITAL CAMERA BASICS
Instructor: Mark Allen
DATE TIME AGES COST
Sat 29 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. 18 & Up $35/Session
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FRAMING
FRAMING & MAT CUTTING
Instructor: Masashi Ichikawa
DATE TIME AGES COST
Thu 20 1–4:30 p.m.
Sat 8 10 a.m–1:30 p.m. 18 & Up $30/Session, Materials Included*
NATATORIUM • 225-6133
BALLET STUDIO
Instructor: Chinatsu Murakami
DAY TIME AGES COST
Tue 11–11:45 a.m. 3–4 $45/Month/4 Classes
Wed
3:30–4:30 p.m. 8 & Up $55/Month/4 Classes
4:30–5:15 p.m. 5 & Up $45/Month/4 Classes
5:15–6:15 p.m. 16 & Up $50/Month/4 Classes
Thu 3:30–4:30 p.m. 6 & Up $55/Month/4 Classes
4:30–5:15 p.m. 3–4 $45/Month/4 Classes
Fri 3:30–4:15 p.m 3–4 $45/Month/4 Classes
4:15–5 p.m. 5 & Up
5–6 p.m 6 & Up $55/Month/4 Classes
TRADITIONAL KARATE
Instructor: Kazuma & Gyoko Itaki
DAY TIME AGES COST
Wed 3–3:40 p.m. 5–6 $60/Month/8 Classes, $40/Month/4 Classes 3:45–4:45 p.m. 7 & Up
Sat 10:40–11:30 a.m. 11:40 a.m.–12:20 p.m. 5–6
PREGNANCY FITNESS
Instructor: Rachael Weist
DATE TIME AGES COST
Wed 10–11 a.m. 18 & Up $60/8 Classes, $30/4 Classes, $10/Walk-In
VINYASA FLOW
Instructor: Lynn Babiera
DAY TIME AGES COST
MOMMY & ME
DAY TIME AGES COST
Tue 10:15 10:45 a.m. 18 Months–3 $35/Month/4 Classes
HAWAIIAN KEIKI HULA
Instructor: Midori Sudo
DAY TIME AGES COST
Mon 3–3:45 p.m. 5–12 $35/4 Classes, $10/Walk-In
3:45–4:15 p.m. 5–12 & Parent $40/4 Classes, $12/Walk-In
JIU JITSU
Instructor: Rodrigo Taniguti
DAY TIME AGES COST
Mon/Wed 5–6 p.m. 9–15 $35/Month/8 Classes
6–7:30 p.m. Adult $60/Month/8 Classes
Tue/Thu 4–5 p.m. 6–8 $35/Month/8 Classes5–6 p.m. 9–15
6–7:30 p.m. Adult $60/Month/8 Classes
Fri 6–7:30 p.m. Adult (Advanced*) $30/Month/4 Classes
*Gi is not required for adult advanced class.
MASTER SWIM
Instructor: Shotaro Shimazaki
DAY TIME AGES COST
Mon–Fri
TAEKWONDO
5–6 a.m. Advanced $75/5 Days Weekly, $50/3 Days Weekly
6–7 a.m. Intermediate
Instructor: Kei Sakakibara
DAY TIME AGES COST
Mon & Fri 3–3:45 p.m. 5–7 $60/Month/8 Classes3:45–4:45 p.m. 8–12
Mon 5:25–6:25 p.m. 18 & Up $30/Month/8 Classes, $15/Month/4 Classes, $5/Walk-In
Tue 9–10 a.m. 6:25–7:25 p.m.
Fri 10–11 a.m.
ZUMBA®
Instructor: Eri Ogido
DAY TIME AGES COST
Tue 5:15–6:15 p.m. 18 & Up $15/Month/4 Classes, $5/Walk-InThu 5:30–6:30 p.m.
SAMURAI FITNESS CENTER • 225-8890
BUDO TAIJUTSU
Instructor: Marcus Snoddy
DAY TIME AGES COST
Sat 10 a.m.–12 p.m. 18 & Up $60/Monthly, $10/ClassMon 6:30–8 p.m. Wed
BRAZILIAN JIU JUTSU
Instructor: Chisun
DAY TIME AGES COST
Mon 18 & Up $70/Monthly, $10/ClassWed 6:30–8 p.m
Fri
SLOW FLOW YOGA
Instructor: Jaqueline
DAY TIME AGES COST
Thu 5–6 p.m. 16 & Up $32/8Classes, $17/4 Classes, $5/Class
VIN & YIN YOGA
Instructor: Jaqueline
DAY TIME AGES COST
Wed 5:15–6:15 p.m. 16 & Up $32/8Classes, $17/4 Classes, $5/Class
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TAIYO • 225-6955/6966
GUITAR*
Instructor: Hiroshi Kishimine
PRIVATE LESSONS
DAY TIME AGES COST
6–12
Mon Lessons Slots From 1–8 p.m.
GROUP LESSONS
$95/4 Lessons/Hour, $85/4 Lessons/45 Min., $70/4 Lessons/30 Min.
13 & Up $110/4 Lessons/Hour, $95/4 Lessons/45 Min., $80/4 Lessons/30 Min.
DAY TIME AGES COST
6–12
Mon Lessons Slots From 1–8 p.m.
$70/4 Lessons/Hour, $60/4 Lessons/45 Min., $50/4 Lessons/30 Min.
13 & Up $80/4 Lessons/Hour, $70/4 Lessons/45 Min., $60/4 Lessons/30 Min.
*Minimum of five participants; maximum of 10. Please contact Taiyo in advance to reserve a spot.
HAWAIIAN HULA
Instructor: Midori Sudo
DAY TIME
AGES COST
Mon 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. 18 & Up (Advanced) $40/Month, $12/Class12:30–1:30 p.m. 18 & Up (Beginner)
JAPANESE LANGUAGE
Instructor: Taketo Ippei Nishi
BASIC JAPANESE*
DAY TIME AGES COST
Tue 5:20–6 p.m. 8 & Up $50/4 Classes
BEGINNER JAPANESE
DAY TIME AGES COST
Tue 6–6:40 p.m. 8 & Up $50/4 Classes
BEGINNER PLUS JAPANESE
DAY TIME AGES COST
Tue 6:40–7:20 p.m. 8 & Up $50/4 Classes
INTERMEDIATE JAPANESE/SPECIAL TOPICS
DAY TIME AGES COST
Tue 7:20–8 p.m. 8 & Up $50/4 Classes
*No Japanese language experience necessary.
KAYOKO’S SCHOOL OF BALLET
Instructor: Kayoko Hara
BALLET & TAP
DAY TIME
Mon 4–5 p.m.
BALLET
DAY TIME AGES COST
Mon 5–6 p.m. 6 & Up
$120/Month/12 Classes, $80/Month/8 Classes, $50/Month/4 Classes 6–7 p.m. All Ages (Advanced)
Wed 5–6 p.m. 5–6 6–7 p.m. 7 & Up
Thu 11:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m. 15 & Up
6–7 p.m. 7 & Up
$60/Month/4 Classes, $17/Class
$120/Month/12 Classes, $80/Month/8 Classes, $50/Month/4 Classes
TOE SHOES
DAY TIME AGES COST
Mon 7–7:40 p.m. All Ages (Advanced)
Wed Thu
JAZZ & TAP
DAY TIME
$120/Month/12 Classes, $80/Month/8 Classes, $40/Month/4 Classes
AGES COST
Thu 5–6 p.m. 6 & Up
KINDERMUSIK®
Instructor: Mie Fujimori
$120/Month/12 Classes, $80/Month/8 Classes, $50/Month/4 Classes
AGES COST
Wed 3–4
4–5 $120/Month/12 Classes, $80/Month/8 Classes, $50/Month/4 Classes
DAY TIME AGES COST
Wed 10:15–11 a.m. 18 Months–3 $60/Month/4 Classes*11:15 a.m.–12 p.m.
*Minimum of five participants; maximum of 10. Please contact Taiyo in advance to reserve a spot.
KOTO INSTRUMENT
Instructor: Fumiko Tachikawa
PRIVATE LESSONS
DAY TIME AGES COST
Thu Lesson Slots From 11 a.m.–7 p.m. All Ages $25/Hour
GROUP LESSONS*
DAY TIME AGES COST
Thu Lesson Slots From 12–6 p.m. 12 & Up $48/Month/3 Classes
*Minimum of two students per class; maximum of six.
PIANO
Instructor: Mie Fujimori
PRIVATE LESSONS
DAY TIME AGES COST
Mon–Fri Lesson Slots From 10 a.m.–8 p.m. 6 & Up
GROUP LESSONS*
$97/Month/4 Lessons/45 Min., $65/Month/4 Lessons/30 Min.
DAY TIME AGES COST
Mon–Fri Lesson Slots From 10 a.m.–8 p.m. 5–6 $40/Month/4 Classes
*Minimum of three students per class; maximum of six.
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TANABATA DANCE (JAPANESE FOLK DANCE)
Instructor: Ayako Hiruma
DAY TIME AGES COST
Thu 6:30–7:30 p.m. 7 & Up $20/Month/4 Classes, $7/Class
TR ADITIONAL KARATE
Instructor: Yasushi Abe
DAY TIME AGES COST
Tue 7–8 p.m. 6 & Up (All levels) $60/Month/8 Classes, $40/Month/4 Classes
Sat
9–9:40 a.m. 4–5 (Beginner)
9:40–10:25 a.m. 4-5 (Advanced) & 6 & Up (Beginners)
10:30–11:30 a.m. 6 & Up (Advanced)
Multi-Student Family Discount: First student pays regular class cost, each additional family member to sign up receives a $10 discount.
*Multi-Student Family Discount: Each additional family member to sign up receives a $10 discount.
YOKOTA DANCE ANGELS
Instructor: Yoshie Sato
POP DANCE
DAY TIME AGES COST
JAZZ
DAY TIME
AGES COST
Thu 6–7 p.m. Grades 5 & Up (Intermediate) $55/Month/4 Classes
CONTEMPORARY & TECHNIQUE
DAY TIME
AGES COST
Tue 4–5:15 p.m. Grades 3–5 (Biginner) $65/Month/4 Classes 5:15–7:15 p.m. Grades 6 & Up (Intermediate) $90/Month/4 Classes
LYRICAL
DAY TIME
AGES COST
Wed 4–4:45 p.m. Grades 3 & Up $45/Month/4 Classes
MUSICAL THEATRE
DAY TIME
AGES COST
Thu 3–4 p.m. Grades 3 & Up $55/Month/4 Classes
DANCE BASICS
DAY TIME
AGES COST
Thu 4–5 p.m. Grades 2–4 $55/Month/4 Classes
*Students who take two classes receive a $5 discount per class. Private lessons also available for $35 a lesson.
Wed 5–5:45 p.m. 7–10 $90/Month/12 Classes, $70/Month/8 Classes, $40/Month/4 Classes
5:45–6:30 p.m. 11 & Up
6:30–7:15 p.m. All Ages (Advanced)
CHEER AND POM-POM DANCE
DAY TIME AGES COST
4–4:30 p.m. 3–4 $35/Month/4 Classes
YOUTH PROGRAMS • 225-7441
GYMNASTICS & CHEER
Instructor: Kohei Takeda TINY TUMBLERS
DAY TIME
Tue
AGES COST
5:15–5:45 p.m. 7–12
4:30–5:15 p.m. 5–6 $90/Month/12 Classes, $70/Month/8 Classes, $40/Month/4 Classes
YOKOTA DANCE COMPANY*
Instructor: Abigail Randall, Jason Angove, Hayley Hedrickson
JAZZ/TAP
DAY TIME
AGES COST
Mon 3:30–4:15 p.m. 3–4 $45/Month/4 Classes
4:15–5:15 p.m. Kindergarten–Grade 1 $55/Month/4 Classes
Thu 5–6 p.m. Grade 2–4 (Elementary)
TAP DAY TIME AGES COST
Mon 5:15–6:15 p.m. Grades 4 & Up (Intermediate) $55/Month/4 Classes
HIP HOP
DAY TIME
AGES COST
Wed 3–4 p.m. Grades 5 & Up $55/Month/4 Classes
Fri
3–3:45 p.m. Kindergarten $45/Month/4 Classes4–4:45 p.m. Grades 1 (Biginner) 5–5:45 p.m. Grades 3–4 (Elementary)
6–7 p.m. Grades 5 & Up $55/Month/4 Classes
Mon 4:10–4:40 p.m. 4–6 $35/MonthWed Thu
ADVANCED TUMBLING
DAY TIME
AGES COST
Mon 3–4 p.m. 7 & Up $50/MonthThu
LEVEL 1 & 2
DAY TIME
AGES COST
Mon 4:50–5:50 p.m. 7 & Up $45/MonthWed 3–4 p.m. 4:50–5:50 p.m. Thu 4:50–5:50 p.m.
PIANO
Instructor: Maki Hashimoto
DAY TIME AGES COST
31HORIZONS OCTOBER 2022 Mon–Fri Lesson Slots From 2:30–5:30 p.m. 5 & Up $60/Month/ 4 Lessons/30 Min.
FIELD
FTACHI IELD
FRIENDSHIP
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
AIRMAN & FAMILY READINESS CENTER
225-8725 • BLDG. 535
Mon–Thu 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
Fri 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Sat/Sun/Hol Closed Fam Closed
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
Mon/Tue* 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Wed–Fri 8 a.m.–8 p.m.
Sat/Sun 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Fam/Exr Normal Hol Closed
*JCI inspections by appointment only.
DIY/STALL USE
Wed–Fri 11 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Sat/Sun 9 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Mon/Tue Closed
CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS
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.–2 a.m.
Sat 5 p.m.–2 a.m.
Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal SPECTRUM LOUNGE
Fri–Sat 9 p.m.–2 a.m.
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 & TRAVEL 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
INSTALLATION PERSONNEL READINESS
225-8519 • BLDG. 400 Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Sat/Sun/Hol/Fam Closed Exr Normal
KANTO LODGE
224-2002 • BLDG. 15 Daily 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
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 8 a.m.–7 p.m.
Sat 10:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Sun/Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal POOL
Mon–Fri 5 a.m.–8 p.m. Sat 10:30 a.m.–6 p.m. Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal
OFFICERS’ CLUB 225-8526 • BLDG. 31 BUSINESS OFFICE Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Sat–Mon/Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal CASHIERS CAGE • 225-8341
Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Sat–Sun/Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal CATERING OFFICE • 225-8342 Tue–Fri 10 a.m.–7 p.m.
SAMURAI LOUNGE
Mon–Sat 5–10 p.m. Sun/Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal
OUTDOOR RECREATION/ EQUIPMENT RENTAL 225-4552 • BLDG. 564
Sun 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Mon/Tue/Thu/Fri 9:30 a.m.–6 p.m. Wed/Hol Closed Sat 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Fam/Exr Normal
PET CARE CENTER 225-8906 • BLDG. 4066
FRONT DESK Daily 8:30 a.m.–6 p.m. Hol Closed Fam/Exr 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 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Sat/Sun/Hol/Fam Closed Exr 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 6:30 a.m.–2 p.m., 4–8 p.m.
Tue/Thu 9 a.m.–2 p.m., 4–8 p.m.
Sat/Fam/Hol 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Sun 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
FAM PACAF Family Down Day / EXR Exercise / HOL Holiday
TAIYO COMMUNITY CENTER 225-6955 • BLDG. 3260
Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
Sat 9 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 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Tue Closed Wed/Thu 10 a.m.–1:30 p.m., 2:30–6 p.m.
Fri 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
Sat/Sun 8 a.m.–8 p.m.
HILLCREST LOUNGE
Mon/Tue Closed Wed–Sun 11 a.m.–8 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–Wed 9 a.m.–7 p.m.
Thu–Sat 9 a.m.–9 p.m.
Sun Closed Hol 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
Fam/Exr Normal 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
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 Delivery available Tuesday through Saturday 5–8:30 p.m.
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 224-3422
(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
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
ROUTE 16
225-8685 • BLDG. 35
Sat–Sun 7–11 a.m. LUNCH & DINNER
Mon–Thu 11
BREAKFAST
a.m.–8 p.m. Fri 11 a.m.–10 p.m. Sat 7 a.m.–10 p.m. Sun 7 a.m.–7 p.m. Hol Closed Fam/Exr 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. THE WING PLACE 225-9551 • BLDG. 4330 LUNCH & DINNER Tue–Thu 11 a.m.–9 p.m. Fri/Sat 11 a.m.–10 p.m. Sun/Mon/Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal RESTAURANTS B REAKFAST / LUNCH / DINNER Visit YokotaFSS.com and /YokotaFSS for special closure information.