HORIZONS YOKOTA AB, JAPAN Produced by the 374th Force Support Squadron STRENGTHEN YOUR SWING Operation 36 will get you back to the basics. Pg. 15. KEEP YOUR KIDS CONNECTED Learn about the School Liaison Program. Pg. 17. SET SAIL WITH OUTDOOR REC! Paraglide at Asagiri Kogen. Pg. 12. WITHTSUKIMIMOON:MID-AUTUMNFSS PG 18. ISSUE 9 2022SEP
2 HORIZONS SEPTEMBER 2022 SEPTEMBER 2022 6 DINING Yokota Eats Club Events 12 | G UIDE TO THE GREAT OUTDOORS 13 S PORTS & RECREATION Outdoor Recreation (ODR) Tama Hills Recreation Area Golf 18 | T HE ARRIVAL OF AUTUMN: T SUKIMI IN JAPAN 20 | C ULTURAL CONNECTION Share your Japan adventures and food finds with #YokotaFSS for the chance to see your post in Horizons! /YOKOTAFSS internationalgolfcourse_mgt Yes we did 5K color fun run! 22 L IFE & LEISURE Airman & Family Readiness Center (A&FRC) E ducation & Training Center ALibraryeroClub/Flight Training Center (FTC) Community Centers Auto Hobby Shop Vehicle Operations 27 | C ALENDAR 28 | I NFORMATION DiMClassesaprectory
3HORIZONS SEPTEMBER 2022 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. 374COMMANDDEPARTMENTSAWCOMMANDER, COL ANDREW L. RODDAN 374 MSG COMMANDER, COL RYAN J. VETTER 374 FSS COMMANDER, MAJ JORDAN D.M. HAYES 374 FSS SUPERINTENDENT, CMSGT RUTH A. RAPP CHIEF,DIRECTORMARKETING, RAYMONDE TOWNSEND WRITER-EDITOR,EDITORIAL ERAINA BURQUEZ GRAPHICART ARTISTS, TAKESHI TOYAMA AYA OKAMOTO MA SARU YOSHIHARA COMMERCIALBUSINESS ADVERTISING MANAGER, YOKO KOMIYA MARKETING STRATEGIST, VACANT WEB SPECIALIST, VACANT OFFICE CLERK, SHANNON HAWKINS SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER, LESLIE VALENCIA REPRODUCTIONPRINT MANAGER, MAKOTO ARITA OFFSET PRESS OPERATOR, MASANORI OHNO PHOTOGRAPHER,VISUAL JOSHUA BELL-PRIMM CONTACT MARKETING WEB: YOKOTAFSS.COM FACEBOOK: FACEBOOK.COM/YOKOTAFSS INSTAGRAM: INSTAGRAM.COM/YOKOTAFSS DSN: 225-3308 COMMERCIAL: 042-552-2510 EXT. 5-3308 (ENGLISH) U.S. INTERNATIONAL: 011-81-3117-55-3308 FAX: 225-2019 MAIL: 374 FSS/FSK • UNIT 5119, BLDG 1295 • APO, AP 96326-5119 Submissions are welcome. All submissions are subject to editing before printing. All articles, artwork and photographs become the property of the 374th Force Support Squadron Marketing & Publicity Department. 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. This one doesn’t count!
YOKOTA OFFERS ASSISTANCE FROM A CAREER ADVISOR. MSgt Nathaniel T. Inwood can help prepare you for future opportunities and decisions within your Air Force career. FTAC, Accelerated Leadership Course and Retraining 101 are just a small fraction of the courses that MSgt Inwood can advise you on. For more information, call MSgt Inwood at 225-7829 or visit his office located in the Professional Development Center (Bldg. 580) room 116. 4 HORIZONS SEPTEMBER 2022
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RICKENBACKER’S Salty Vanilla Latte Breakfast & Lunch Tall: Venti:Grande:$4.50$5$5.50
CHARLIE T’S Crispy $16.95PlatterSeafood
Lunch & Dinner Breaded jumbo shrimp and fried fish, served with tartar sauce, roasted potatoes, steamed broccoli and a fresh salad.
SUNRISE BAKERY
$3Calzone Breakfast & Lunch Italian style folded pizza, stuffed with savory marinara sauce, salami, pepperoni, cheese and baked to perfection. THE WING PLACE BBQ Bacon Burger $9.75 Lunch & Dinner Beef patty topped with tangy BBQ sauce and crispy bacon, served with fries and a drink. Follow
CHICO’S CHOP HOUSE $26T-Bone Dinner Hearty and tender 16-ounce T-bone steak, served with a starch, vegetables and a side salad.
CHILI’S $5MargaritaStrawberry Lunch & Dinner Sweet servedtequilastrawberry,andtriplesec,frozenoronthe rocks. ROUTE 16 Fish Burger $11 Lunch & Dinner Crispy cod fillet topped with fresh lettuce, Swiss cheese and creamy, rich remoulade sauce. BANGKOK EXPRESS Shrimp Fried Rice $8.50 Lunch & Dinner Flavorful Thai-style fried rice served with tailless shrimp. MEDITERRANEAN BISTRO Vegetable Panini $9.50 Lunch A medley of roasted red bell pepper, onion, eggplant and cauliflower served alongside a tabbouleh salad. ow /YokotaEats
BBQ Sat •
Charlie
Featuring a fruit & veggie smoothies bar! HAWAIIAN
Free Ages 5 &
Charlie T’s & Chico’s Chop House California driver’s license holders receive a dinner up to a $10 value. KID’S EAT FREE Tue • 13 Sep • 5–9 p.m.
free
Charlie T’s & Chico’s Chop House Dine-In Only Club member’s kids can enjoy a free meal from the kid’s menu.
Thu • 1 Sep • 5–7 p.m. • Shogun Lounge Members & Dine-In Only • 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.
• 6–9 p.m.* Shogun Members:Lounge$8;Nonmembers: $10 Adults Only *Pizza available from 6–8 p.m. SPEAKEASY GAME NIGHT Thursdays • 5–10 p.m. Shogun Lounge • Ages 20 &
STATE ADMISSION DINNER Wed • 7 Sep • 5–9 p.m.
Charlie
OFFICERS’ CLUB All events listed below may only be attended by officer personnel and their families.
LAST FRIDAY SOCIAL HOUR Last Friday of the Month • 5–7 p.m. Free • Adults Only Join the Officer’s 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. MEMBERS ONLY
ENLISTED CLUB 227-8820 • Bldg. 2066 /YokotaClubs DINING MONGOLIAN 3 Sep • 5–9 p.m. T’s BUFFET 4, 11 & 25 Sep • 9 a.m.–1 p.m. T’s $13.75 Ages 13 & Up, $6.75 Ages 6–12, Under STYLE BRUNCH Sun 25 Sep • 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Ballroom $22.75 Ages 13 & Up; $9.75 Ages 6–12 Free Ages 5 & Under Enjoy a delicious monthly themed breakfast buffet. The Hawaiian menu will include roasted pig, Hawaiian BBQ ribs, pineapple fried rice and London broil. EVENTS KIDS CLUB: PUZZLES & PAINT Wed • 7 Sep • 5–7 p.m. Ohsawa Members:Ballroom$15Ages 13 & Up, $10 Ages Nonmembers:3–12 $20 Ages 13 & Up, $15 Ages 3–12 Free Ages 2 & Under TRIVIA & PIZZA Wednesdays Up ALL RANKS
RETIREE APPRECIATION DAY Fri • 30 Sep 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.
85¢ per Ounce Club members receive a 15% discount. BREAKFAST
Sun •
Ohsawa
ENTERTAINMENT & DINING OFFICERS’ CLUB 225-8526 • Bldg. 31 /YokotaClubs DINING PRIME RIB NIGHT Thu • 15 Sep • 5–9 p.m.* • Chico’s Chop House Reservations Recommended • Dine-In Only *Or until supplies last. BUTCHER’S CHOICE Wed • 21 Sep • 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. EVENTS WORLD CRUISE: EGYPT Sat • 10 Sep • 5–7 p.m. Officers’ Club Ballroom Members: $15 Ages 13 & Up, $10 Ages 4–12 Nonmembers: $20 Ages 13 & Up, $15 Ages 4–12 Free Ages 3 & Under Set sail with the Officers’ Club! Get transported to Egypt as you enjoy delicious food, music and more. TEQUILA TASTING AND MARGARITAS Sat • 24 Sep • 6–8:30 p.m. • Officers’ Club Members: $60; Nonmembers: $70 Ages 20 & Up Price includes hors d’oeuvres and three drink tickets. YOKOTA TEAM FEUD Last Wednesday of the Month • 6–8:30 p.m. Samurai Members:LoungeFree; Nonmembers: $10 Adults Only 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 Includes:OnlyChef’s food selection.* *Available from 5–7 p.m.
ENLISTED CLUB All events listed below may only be attended by enlisted personnel and their families.
FREE PIZZA NIGHT
LADIES NIGHT Fri • 2 Sep • 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.
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Paid ad. No Federal endorsement of advertiser intended. BUNDLES FOR BABIES TUE • 13 SEP • 8 A.M.–12 P.M. ExpectingA&FRCa baby? Have a newborn? Join A&FRC to learn more about health, cost of raising a child and programs that can help you on your journey into parenthood. Participants will receive a gift card for their child, courtesy of the Air Force Aid Society.
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PARAGLIDING AT ASAGIRI KOGEN Sail through the skies in a paragliding trip to Asagiri Kogen. Asagiri Kogen is a picturesque plateau that serves as one of the most popular paragliding points in Japan. The launch site provides a beautiful, unobstructed view of Mt. Fuji and is the perfect photo opportunity. If you’re a thrill seeker looking for some fresh air, this tandem jump is the perfect way to kick off the fall festivities! INCLUDES: TRANSIT, ONE TANDEM JUMP & INSURANCE SAT • 8 OCT • 5:30 A.M.–5:30 P.M. $135 • AGES 13 & UP SIGN UP BY: 29 SEP *REQUIREMENTS: ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST WEIGH BETWEEN 90 AND 220 POUNDS.
Includes: Transit & Two One-Minute Dives
Canyoning at Minakami
Sun • 18 Sep • 6 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
SPORTS & RECREATION
INDOOR SKYDIVING AT FLYSTATION
Transit, Play Fee & Safety Equipment
Sat • 24 Sep • 8 a.m.–2 p.m.
$120 • Ages 13 & Up Sign up by: 6 Sep Includes: Transit, Equipment & Guides
Tue • 6 Sep • 5:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. $110 • Ages 13 & Up Sign up by: 1 Sep Includes: Transit, One Tandem Jump & Insurance *Requirements: All participants must weigh between 90 and 220 pounds.
Includes: Transit, Equipment & Guide
$90 • Ages 4 & Up Sign up by: 17 Sep
$65 • Ages 7 & Up Sign up by: 21 Sep
Up Sign
*Requirements: All participants must be able to swim and remain underwater for 20 seconds. Properly fitting one-piece swimsuits are required. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
$50 •
$40 •
KOGEN
FAMILY & BEGINNER TROUT FISHING AT ONGATA
Sat • 24 Sep • 7 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
STAND-UP PADDLE BOARDING & KAYAKING AT LAKE MOTOSU Sat • 10 Sep • 6 a.m.–3 p.m. Ages 13 & up by: 6 Sep
Includes: Transit, Fishing Rod, Reel, Lures, License & Free Lessons
FOREST ADVENTURE ROPES COURSE AT KOSUGE Sun • 18 Sep • 7 a.m.–3 p.m. Ages 9 & Up Sign up by: 5 Sep Includes: TWO TRIPS AVAILABLE!
WIND SURFING AT SAIKO LAKE Wed • 21 Sep • 7 a.m.–3 p.m. $60 • Ages 15 & Up Sign up by: 18 Sep Wed • 28 Sep • 7 a.m.–3 p.m. $60 • Ages 15 & Up Sign up by: 25 Sep Includes: Transit, Windsurfing Gear & Guide
13HORIZONS SEPTEMBER 2022 RECREATION&SPORTS OUTDOOR RECREATION 225-4552 • Bldg. /YokotaOutdoorRec564/Yokota.ODR SEPTEMBERNEW!OVERNIGHT HILL CLIMB ROAD BIKE TRIP AT NORIKURA HIGHLAND Sun–Mon • 4–5 Sep Depart: 5 a.m.; Return: 8 p.m. $160 • Ages 15 & Up Sign up by: 28 Aug Includes: Transit, Guide, Lodging, Dinner & Breakfast FAMILY DAY PARAGLIDINGSPECIALATASAGIRI
PARAGLIDING AT ASAGIRI KOGEN • 8 Oct • 5:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Ages 13 & Up Sign-Up: 8–29 Sep 30 Oct • 5:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Ages 13 & Up Sign-Up: 30 Sep–20 Tandem GOLF AND STAY AT MADARAO TOKYU RESORT
TWO TRIPS AVAILABLE!
Transit & Guide TWO
Sat–Sun • 8–9 Oct Depart: 6 a.m.; Return: 8:30 p.m. • Ages 18 & Up Sign up by: 8 Sep Includes: Transit, Lodging, Green Fee for One Round (18 Holes), Breakfast & Dinner
$180
Sun •
CANOEING AT ARIMA DAM Sun • 16 Oct • 7:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. • Ages 12 & Up Sign-Up: 10 Sep–5 Oct Includes: Transit, Equipment, Paddling Lesson & All participants must be able to swim.
Guide *Requirements:
$40 •
DOWNHILL MOUNTAIN BIKING AT FUJITEN Sat • 22 Oct • 7 a.m.–3 p.m. $55 • Ages 13 & Up Sign-Up: 22 Sep–18 Oct Includes: Transit, Lift Ticket, Play Fee & Guide NEW! Autumn Vacation at Madarao Tokyu Resort
Jump & Insurance *Requirements: All participants must weigh between 90 and 220 pounds. NEW!
*Sat–Sun • 8–9 Oct Depart: 6 a.m.; Return: 8:30 p.m.
$135 •
$40 • Ages 13 & Up Sign-Up: 30 Sep–26 Oct Includes: Transit & Guide
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$135 •
Oct Includes: Transit, One
Sat
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$150 Ages 13 & Up, $110 Ages 4–12 Sign up by: 24 Sep Includes: Transit, Lodging, Breakfast, Dinner & Hiking Guide. *Activities are optional.
Sun • 16 Oct • 11:30 a.m.–9 p.m. $40 • Ages 13 & Up Sign-Up: 16 Sep–13 Oct Sun • 30 Oct • 12–8:30 p.m.
$30
OCTOBER FUJIYAMA POWER-LINE TRAIL MOUNTAIN BIKE COURSE • 1 Oct • 7 a.m.–5 p.m. Ages 13 & Up Sign up by: 27 Sep Includes: TRIPS AVAILABLE!
DIAMOND FUJI VIEWING HIKING
Operation 36 Golf Player Development Program
p.m.
favorite
handicap is required to participate. Flights determined by handicap. Senior and Ladies flights available. To register, call 224-3426 or email tamahillsgolf@gmail.com. *Does not include green and cart fees. Entry
EVENTS 40TH ANNUAL INAGI FESTIVAL
TAMA HILLS GOLF COURSE CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT GHIN after 12
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 Tsukimi Wed–Sun • 1–30 Sep • 4–8 p.m. Celebrate Japan’s Mid-Autumn Festival, “Tsukimi,” with traditional Japanese food and sake flights! Thank you for sponsoring the Tama Hills Golf Course. No Federal endorsement of sponsor intended.
Thursdays • *3–5 p.m. $100 • Ages 6 & Up Sharpen your golf skills in our player development course. This ongoing program is open to all skill levels and will create a strong technical foundation for any golfer. Sign up at Yokota Golf Center or call 225-8815 for more information.
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15 HORIZONS SEPTEMBER 2022 RECREATION&SPORTS TAMA RECREATIONHILLS AREA Reservations/Lodging • 227-5230 Recreation • 227-5248 GOLF Tama Hills Golf Course • 042-374-2811 Yokota Golf Center • /TamaHillsGolfCourse225-8815
CLUB
YOKOTA GOLF CENTER AIR FORCE BIRTHDAY NIGHT GOLF Sun • 18 Sep • 5–7:30 $15 • Ages Join with Par 3! The with LED To or for call Yokota Golf Center at 225-8815. GOLF $20 per 1/2 Hour Practice your swing on your course with the Trackman Golf Simulator. To a time, call 225-8815.
TRACKMAN
course will be illuminated
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p.m. on 21 September will be $85.
sign up
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lights and glow sticks.
more information,
*Lesson times dependent on age group.
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.
Sat–Sun • 24–25 Sep • 7 a.m. Tee Time Includes:*$75 Breakfast & Lunch Join Tama Hills Golf Course for a 36-hole stroke play tournament.
SPECIALS TAMA HORSE STABLES TrailWed–SunRide: $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.
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LIAISON
THE SCHOOL PROGRAM
Moving a family with school-age children overseas is no small feat. When there are so many moving pieces, it’s easy for the little details to slip through the cracks. Mr. Joshua Fly, School Liaison Program Manager, is here to make sure that no stone gets left unturned in the PCS process for families. Once a family receives their orders to Yokota Air Base, Mr. Fly is one of the first to reach out. In his own words, the goal of the program is to “be a conduit between the base, the families and the schools.” As Yokota’s first full-time liaison in several years, he is eager to provide continuity in education as kids transfer from school to school. In addition to ten years of teaching experience, Mr. Fly also has ten years of civil service under his belt, meaning he wholly understands the complex dynamic between DoDEA, Yokota Air Base and military families. Whether you’re curious about academic opportunities, entitlement benefits, school sports, EFMP or even transportation to and from school, Mr. Fly is here to field any questions or concerns a parent might have. “What gets me excited to get out of bed in the morning is just helping people. So whether that’s helping children or helping a family with whatever their situation is, that’s what I like to do. It’s not hard to motivate yourself to do that.” If you have questions regarding your child’s academic career here at Yokota, Mr. Joshua Fly is ready to help. Call 225-7917 or email 374FSS.FSY.SLP@us.af.mil for more information.
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On the 10th of this month, the nation of Japan will celebrate the festival of Tsukimi. Directly translated, the word means “viewing the moon,” and it is a long-standing tradition that has permeated the culture for centuries. Customarily, Tsukimi is an opportunity to show gratitude for a bountiful harvest and hope for prosperity in the following seasons. On the old lunar calendar, the 15th of each month was always the full moon, known as jūgoya. The 15th night of the eighth month was considered the best evening to see the moon every year, giving rise to the alternate name for this mid-autumn festival: Jūgoya no tsukimi. Jūgoya was introduced to Japan through the Tang dynasty in China (A.D. 618–907), and it spread like wildfire amongst the aristocrats of the Nara (A.D. 710–794) and Heian (A.D. 794–1185) periods. These aristocrats would host moon viewing (tsukimi) parties, usually held on a boat where they could observe the reflection of the full moon in the surrounding water. Those in attendance would spend the evening penning poetry and playing music. Over time, these events slowly trickled into the lives of the commoners and by the Edo period (A.D. 1603–1868), the people had adopted and adapted this autumn festival to become a celebration of the rice harvest. Those who are participating in this celestial festival gather at the tsukimidai, or the viewing place for the moon. Usually a window or balcony, the tsukimidai is decorated with offerings like tsukimi-dango, susuki, and taro bulbs—all of which bear significance to the event. Tsukimi-dango are rice dumplings rolled into the shape of a ball to represent the moon. Some traditions call for them to be displayed in pyramids of 15, to represent the 15th night. Other traditions display only 12, one dumpling for each month of the year. Eating the tsukimi-dango is said to bring joy and good health. Placed next to the dumplings are susuki, or plumes of pampas grass, bundled into groups of five or ten. Pampas grass closely resembles rice plants and is used as a decorative piece during the festival to represent the plentiful harvest. Occasionally, taro bulbs are also set out, each bulb producing multiple shoots which signify a large family. If you’re an iPhone user, you can search “moon festival” in your emojis to see the emoji especially crafted for tsukimi. It features tsukimi-dango and susuki in its artwork! The word tsukimi has often appeared in the names of dishes here in Japan. The moon-like shape of an egg yolk has made it an easy descriptor for many meals, such as tsukimi ramen, soba and even hamburgers. Anything topped with an egg may be referred to as the “tsukimi” edition of the food. This article is for educational purposes only.
20 HORIZONS SEPTEMBER 2022 KAWAGOE HIKAWA FESTIVALPARADEFLOAT SAT • 15 OCT
21HORIZONS SEPTEMBER 2022 In the Edo period, festivals served to unify the minds of the people, fostering strong and stable communities. The Kawagoe Festival has evolved to represent over 370 years of the town’s history while preserving the style and elegance of the Edo era “Tenka Matsuri” (Unification) Onfestival.the third weekend in October, the town of Kawagoe, also known as Little Edo, hosts the Kawagoe Festival. Spectacular festival floats carrying crafted dolls with customary decorations are paraded around the center of the landmark Kurazukuri Street, known for its historic and traditional Japanese architecture. Spectators will be surprised by the sheer scale of the numerous floats as they pass each other. The Kawagoe Festival’s biggest highlight is the “Hikawase,” when the floats meet at intersections, face one another, and compete in Japanese-style music comprised of flutes, drums and hand bells. Though the competition has no winner, the exchange of festival music and wildly moving lanterns is an awe-inspiring sight. For updates on all things ITT, visit /YokotaITT. Coming soon! Sign-ups for October tours begin Saturday, 10 September at 10 a.m. Shiraito Falls & Mt Fuji with Buffet, Enoshima Island, Grape Picking, Monkey Park, Tobu World Square Miniature Theme Park , Hakkeijima Sea Paradise, Mt. Nokogiri Hike, and more! For detailed information on ITT’s upcoming tours, visit YokotaFSS.com/ITT. 227-7083 • Bldg. 327 COST BY AGE GROUP: $30 All Ages ITINERARY: Depart 1 p.m. Kawagoe 3–9 p.m. Return 11 p.m. Tour cost includes bus transportation.
MILITARY WORKSHOPS
SPONSORSHIP TRAINING Fri • 2 Sep • 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 A&FRC or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil to register.
EFMP EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOP Mon • 12 Sep • 10–11 a.m. Come listen to the experts speak on various educational topics.
TAP TALK Wed • 7 Sep • 7:30–8:30 a.m. Join the A&FRC for free coffee and donuts while networking as you learn to navigate the civilian sector with other transitioning service members.
CULTURAL COURSES All other cultural courses can be found in the calendar on Pg. 27.
NEWCOMERS ORIENTATION
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.
AIRMAN & FAMILY READINESS CENTER (A&FRC) 225-8725 • Bldg. /Yokota.AFRC1535
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.
PLAN MY MOVE Fri • 16 Sep • 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 A&FRC or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil to register.
SINGLE AIRMEN WALKING TOUR Fri • 16 Sep • 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Get out of the dorms and experience Japan! Join the A&FRC at the Fussa gate and journey off base to explore parks, shrines, shopping and more. Single or unaccompanied airman only.
ACE YOUR INTERVIEW Fri • 9 Sep • 9–10 a.m. Gain the confidence to interview successfully! Create an interview plan that will work for you even when you’re nervous. Join the A&FRC to learn about the many tips and tricks to help you answer tricky interview questions.
Thu • 8 & 22 Sep • 9–10 a.m. Learn about resiliency as you create crafts with your child.
Wednesdays • 7:30 a.m.–4 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 A&FRC or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil to register. Call Pass & Registration at 225–8333 to register for the Thursday Driver’s Course.
MOCK INTERVIEWS Fri • 9 Sep • 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Have an interview coming up? Bolster your experience with interviewing in a one-on-one setting or with a panel of interviewers. Call the A&FRC to schedule a time for a mock interview.
22 HORIZONS SEPTEMBER 2022 LIFE & LEISURE LEISURE&LIFE
PERSONAL & WORK LIFE EFMP SENSORY PLAY GROUP
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.
DEPARTMENT OF LABOR EMPLOYMENT FUNDAMENTALS OF CAREER TRANSITION (EFCT)
DEPARTMENT OF LABOR EMPLOYMENT WORKSHOP
Tue • 13 & 27 Sep • 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 broken into three modules, which will walk members through their transition concerns through the separation/ retirement process, how to translate their military careers to the civilian workforce and how to financially plan for their future post-separation/ retirement. To register, contact the A&FRC.
Mon & Tue • 19 & 20 Sep • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Take a deeper look into the civilian workforce with the Department of Labor’s two-day employment track. In this workshop, members will dive into greater detail on all transitions to a civilian career, from resume building through employment. To register, contact the A&FRC.
DOD TRANSITION DAY
Fri •16 Sep • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Learn about the fundamentals of civilian employment from the Department of Labor. Members will obtain information about planning next steps and selecting a career, preparing for success, using LinkedIn and navigating jobs in the civilian sector. To register, contact the A&FRC.
PERSONAL AND WORK LIFE DEPARTMENT OF STATE RECRUITMENT EVENT
Thu • 8 Sep • 12–4 p.m. The Department of State from the Tokyo Embassy will be hosting a panel to speak about their positions and experiences, including an address from key note speaker Alexei Kral. Members will be given the chance to split into breakout rooms to discuss specific areas of employment, such as IT, maintenance and administration careers. Following the breakout discussions, there will be a Q&A and a Diplomat in Residence to speak to those in attendance.
23HORIZONS SEPTEMBER 2022 LEISURE&LIFE
PERSONAL & WORK LIFE PRE-SEPARATION BRIEFING
MILITARY TA BRIEFING
CDC TESTING & AIR FORCE DISTANCE LEARNING COURSES Bldg. 316 • Room 239 Contact your Unit Training Manager (UTM) for questions.
PROMOTION TESTING Bldg. 316 • Room 232 & 233 Please contact your units Weighted Airmen Promotion System (WAPS) monitor for questions.
EDUCATION & TRAINING CENTER 225-4207 • Bldg. 316
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.
Fri • 23 Sep • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Members will be provided with information about their benefits as a veteran from a Veteran’s Affairs advisor. Members will learn about how to support themselves and their family, getting career ready, finding a place to live, maintaining their health and connecting with their community. To register, contact the A&FRC.
Thu • 8 & 22 Sep • 9–10 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 their entitlements and benefits they may be eligible for to assist them, their family members and significant others with the transition to civilian life.
VA BENEFITS AND SERVICES
AIRMEN GAME DAY Sat • 3 & 17 Sep • 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 table top games to play or check them out to continue the fun at home.
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!
T-SHIRT TUESDAY Tue • 20 Sep • 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!
MYSTERY CRAFTERNOON Sat • 24 Sep • 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!
LIBRARY 225-7490 • Bldg. AirForceLibraries.LibGuides.com/Yokota/Home617/YokotaLibrary
AERO CLUB/FLIGHT TRAINING CENTER (FTC) 225-8988 • Bldg. /USAFYokotaFlightTrainingCenter/AeroClub4304
24 HORIZONS SEPTEMBER 2022 LEISURE&LIFE
Yujo • 225-7713 • Bldg. 327 Taiyo • 225-6955 • Bldg. 3260
FAMILY MOVIE DAY Sat • 10 Sep • 2 p.m. Catch a flick at the library and enjoy popular movies ranging from rated G to PG-13.
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 passengers 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
PAINT & SIP NIGHT Sat • 10 Sep • 5–8 p.m. Taiyo • $25 • Ages 20 & Up Sign up by: 8 Sep Spend your Saturday sipping on complimentary drinks and painting a masterpiece! Reserve your spot by contacting the Taiyo at 225-6995.
ORIGAMI CLUB Thu • 8 Sep • 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.
25HORIZONS SEPTEMBER 2022 LEISURE&LIFE VEHICLE OPERATIONS 225-7720 • Bldg. 1290 AUTO HOBBY SHOP 225-7623 • Bldg. /YokotaAutoHobbyShop4086 A/C SYSTEM CHECK FOR R-134 SYSTEMS Single A/C: $30; Dual A/C: $45 Includes: Refrigerant Evacuation, A/C System Flush, Refrigerant Refill & Leak Detector Florescent Dye Refill* Get your car ready for the upcoming fall season at Yokota’s only airconditioning service station! Call Auto Hobby for more information. *Material costs (A/C refrigerant and leak detector dye) are not included. WINDOW TINTING SERVICE Anti-UV and infrared film makes interior temperature lower. Come in and take a look at the samples on display. Increase Your Gas Mileage! Gas prices are up, there are a few ways to increase gas mileage: • Make sure your tires are inflated to the manufacturer’s specifications. • Check the engine air filter and spark plugs. • Engine decarbonize. Get a tune up to make sure your engine is running efficiently. Contact the Auto Hobby Shop for more information at 225-7623.
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4 BUFFETBREAKFAST p.m.a.m.–19•T’sCharlie CHAOSCONSTRUCTION CLUB p.m.4–5•Library NIGHTKIDS$2 p.m.5–7•Chico’s TALKTAP a.m.7:30–8:30•A&FRC CLUBKIDS p.m.5–7•ClubEnlisted ADMISSIONSTATE DINNER p.m.5–9•Chicos&T’sCharlie
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11 BUFFETBREAKFAST p.m.a.m.–19•T’sCharlie 12 EDUCATIONALEFMP WORKSHOP a.m.10–11•A&FRC &CUSTOMSJAPANESE COURTESIES p.m.1:30–3•A&FRC 13 BABIESFORBUNDLES p.m.a.m.–128•A&FRC FREEEATKID’S p.m.5–9•Chico’s&T’sCharlie
FRIDAYS HOURSOCIALFRIDAY p.m.5–7•ClubEnlisted HOURSOCIALFRIDAY p.m.5–7•ClubOfficers’ NIGHTSDJ40TOP a.m.p.m.–210•ClubEnlisted SATURDAYS NIGHTSDJ40TOP a.m.p.m.–210•ClubEnlisted
Instructor: Taka Uno DATE TIME AGES COST Thu 1, 8, 15 & 22 4:30–6 p.m. 18 & Up $10/Session DARUMA CLASS
Thu 1, 8, 15 & 229:30–11 a.m.16 & Up (Materials$33/SessionIncluded)
ARTS & CRAFTS • 225-7837
DECORATIVE OBI TYING
Instructor: Mariko Takatori DATE TIME AGES COST Fri 16 1–3 p.m. 18 & Up ($20$22/SessionMaterialFee) 3:30–5:30 p.m.6–17 ($20$11/SessionMaterialFee)
BONSAI PRUNING CLASS
Instructor: Satoru Yamauchi DATE TIME AGES COST
Instructor: Seiji Kobayashi DATE TIME AGES COST
JAPANESE FABRIC DYING
Sat 10 & 2410 a.m.–12 p.m.18 & Up ($25$6/SessionMaterialFee)
Sat 10 & 2410 a.m–1 p.m.18 & Up $48/2 Sessions ($35 Material Fee)
Instructor: Mao Kurosu DATE TIME AGESCOST Sat 17 (Obi Wall Hanging) 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. 18 & Up$30/Session
CERAMICS/POTTERY CLAY CONCEPTS
Sat 3 & 17 9:45 a.m.–12:30 p.m. 16 & Up$5/Session
Instructor: Marco Wilkerso DATE TIME AGES COST
Sat 3, 10 & 173:30–5:30 p.m. 18 & (Advanced)Up
INTRODUCTION TO BASIC VINYL
Instructor: Melissa Bolin DATE TIME AGES COST Sat 173–6 p.m.18 & Up (Materials$33/SessionIncluded)
FINE ARTS BEGINNING WATERCOLOR
Instructor: Marco Wilkerson DATE TIME AGES COST
Instructor: Akiko DATE TIME AGES COST
CREATIVE MACRAMÉ
SHODO (JAPANESE CALLIGRAPHY)
Instructor: Etsuko Iitaka DATE TIME AGES COST
Instructor: Sachiyo Takayama & Kazuyo Patton DATE TIME AGES COST Fri 2 & 162–4 p.m. 18 & (Beginner)Up ($10$22/Sessions,MaterialFee )
QUILTING AND NEEDLEWORKS
QUILTING TECHNIQUES
JAPANESE CRAFTS
ART OF JAPANESE GIFT WRAPPING
Fri 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 3:30–5 p.m. 6–10 ($10$15/SessionMaterialFee)5:30–7 p.m.18 & Up
Tue 13 & 274–6 p.m. 18 & Up$10/Session
Instructor: Hiromi Ogawa DATE TIME AGES COST Wed 7, 14 & 28 1:30–3:30 p.m. 18 & Up ($5$20/SessionMaterialFee)3:30–5:30 p.m.6–10
Instructor: Yumi Shirodate DATE TIME AGES COST
28 HORIZONS SEPTEMBER 2022 SEPTEMBER CLASS SCHEDULE
ANIMALIA DRAWING CLASS
PUMPKIN ACRYLIC PAINT CLASS
Tue 6, 13, 20 & 275–7 p.m.18 & Up$20/2 Sessions
Instructor: Mao Kurosu DATE TIME AGES COST Fri 16 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. 18 & Up ($5$12/SessionMaterialFee)
CRAFTS WOODWORKING ORIENTATION & SAFETY CLASS FOR BEGINNERS
Thu 3:30–4:30 p.m.6 & Up$55/Month/4 Classes
Tue10:15–10:45 a.m. 18 Months–3 $35/Month/4 Classes
Fri SLOW FLOW YOGA Instructor: Jaqueline DAY TIME AGES COST Thu5–6 p.m.16 & Up $17/4$32/8Classes,Classes,$5/Class
TRADITIONAL
ZUMBA® Instructor: Eri Ogido DAY TIME AGES COST Tue5:15–6:15 p.m. 18 & Up $15/Month/4$5/Walk-InClasses,Thu5:30–6:30 p.m.
BRAZILIAN JIU JUTSU Instructor: Chisun DAY TIME AGES COST Mon 18 & Up $70/Monthly,$10/ClassWed 6:30–8 p.m
29HORIZONS SEPTEMBER 2022 NATATORIUM • 225-6133 BALLET STUDIO
VIN & YIN YOGA Instructor: Jaqueline DAY TIME AGES COST
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
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
Fri6–7:30 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 5–6 a.m.Advanced $75/5 Days Weekly, $50/3 Days Weekly6–7 a.m.Intermediate
BUDO TAIJUTSU Instructor: Marcus Snoddy DAY TIME AGES COST Sat10 a.m.–12 p.m. 18 & Up $60/Monthly,$10/ClassMon 6:30–8 p.m. Wed
PREGNANCY FITNESS Instructor: Rachael Weist DATE TIME AGES COST Wed10–11 a.m.18 & Up $60/8 Classes, $30/4$10/Walk-InClasses,
Instructor: Chinatsu Murakami DAY TIME AGES COST
MOMMY & ME DAY TIME AGES COST
Tue11–11:45 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
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 KARATE
HAWAIIAN KEIKI HULA Instructor: Midori Sudo DAY TIME AGES COST Mon 3–3:45 p.m.5–12 $35/4$10/Walk-InClasses, 3:45–4:15 p.m. 5–12 & Parent $40/4$12/Walk-InClasses,
VINYASA FLOW Instructor: Lynn Babiera DAY TIME AGES COST Mon5:25–6:25 p.m. 18 & Up $30/Month/8 Classes, $15/Month/4$5/Walk-InClasses,Tue 9–10 Fri10–116:25–7:25a.m.p.m.a.m.
Wed5:15–6:15 p.m.16 & Up $17/4$32/8Classes,Classes,$5/Class
4:30–5:15 p.m.3–4$45/Month/4 Classes Fri 3:30–4:15 p.m3–4 $45/Month/4 Classes 4:15–5 p.m.5 & Up 5–6 p.m6 & Up$55/Month/4 Classes
SAMURAI FITNESS CENTER • 225-8890
TAEKWONDO
Wed 5–6 p.m. 5–6 6–7 p.m. 7 & Up Thu 11:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m.15 & Up $60/Month/4$17/ClassClasses, 6–7 p.m.7 & Up $120/Month/12 Classes, $80/Month/8 Classes, $50/Month/4 Classes
GROUP LESSONS DAY TIME AGES COST Mon Lessons Slots From 1–8 p.m. 6–12 $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.
Instructor: Fumiko Tachikawa PRIVATE LESSONS DAY TIME AGES COST
GROUP LESSONS* DAY TIME AGES COST Thu Lesson Slots From 12–6 p.m. 12 & Up $48/Month/3 Classes
*Minimum of five participants; maximum of 10. Please contact Taiyo in advance to reserve a spot.
*Minimum of five participants; maximum of 10. Please contact Taiyo in advance to reserve a spot.
KOTO INSTRUMENT
KAYOKO’S SCHOOL OF BALLET Instructor: Kayoko Hara BALLET & TAP DAY TIME AGES COST Mon 4–5 p.m. 4–5 $120/Month/12 Classes, $80/Month/8 Classes, $50/Month/4 ClassesWed 3–4
*Minimum of two students per class; maximum of six.
Instructor: Taketo Ippei Nishi BASIC JAPANESE* DAY TIME AGES COST
BALLET DAY TIME AGES COST Mon 5–6 p.m. 6 & Up $120/Month/12 Classes, $80/Month/8 Classes, $50/Month/4 Classes
TAIYO • 225-6955/6966 GUITAR* Instructor: Hiroshi Kishimine PRIVATE LESSONS DAY TIME AGES COST Mon Lessons Slots From 1–8 p.m. 6–12 $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.
HAWAIIAN HULA
JAPANESE LANGUAGE
TOE SHOES DAY TIME AGES COST Mon 7–7:40 p.m. All (Advanced)Ages $120/Month/12 Classes, $80/Month/8 Classes, $40/Month/4 Classes
Tue5:20–6 p.m. 8 & Up $50/4 Classes BEGINNER JAPANESE DAY TIME AGES COST Tue6–6:40 p.m. 8 & Up $50/4 Classes BEGINNER PLUS JAPANESE DAY TIME AGES COST
Tue6:40–7:20 p.m. 8 & Up $50/4 Classes
INTERMEDIATE JAPANESE/SPECIAL TOPICS DAY TIME AGES COST
Tue7:20–8 p.m. 8 & Up $50/4 Classes *No Japanese language experience necessary.
Instructor: Midori Sudo DAY TIME AGES COST Mon 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. 18 & (Advanced)Up $40/Month,$12/Class12:30–1:30 p.m. 18 & (Beginner)Up
PIANO Instructor: Mie Fujimori PRIVATE LESSONS DAY TIME AGES COST Mon–Fri Lesson Slots From 10 a.m.–8 p.m. 6 & Up $97/Month/4 Lessons/45 Min., $65/Month/4 Lessons/30 Min.
6–7 p.m. All (Advanced)Ages
KINDERMUSIK® Instructor: Mie Fujimori DAY TIME AGES COST Wed 10:15–11 a.m. 18 Months–3 $60/Month/4 Classes*11:15 a.m.–12 p.m.
Thu Lesson Slots From 11 a.m.–7 p.m. All Ages $25/Hour
WedThu JAZZ & TAP DAY TIME AGES COST Thu5–6 p.m. 6 & Up $120/Month/12 Classes, $80/Month/8 Classes, $50/Month/4 Classes
GROUP LESSONS* DAY TIME AGES COST Mon–Fri Lesson Slots From 10 a.m.–8 p.m. 5–6 $40/Month/4 Classes
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*Minimum of three students per class; maximum of six.
*Students who take two classes receive a $5 discount per class. Private lessons also available for $35 a lesson.
Instructor: Yoshie Sato POP DANCE DAY TIME AGES COST 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 (Advanced)Ages
DANCE BASICS DAY TIME AGES COST
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: Each additional family member to sign up receives a $10 discount.
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 ClassesThu5–6 p.m. Grade (Elementary)2–4
PIANO Instructor: Maki Hashimoto DAY TIME AGES COST Mon–Fri Lesson Slots From 2:30–5:30 p.m. 5 & Up $60/Month/ 4 Lessons/30 Min.
YOKOTA DANCE ANGELS
TAP DAY TIME AGES COST Mon 5:15–6:15 p.m. Grades 4 & (Intermediate)Up $55/Month/4 Classes
Thu4–5 p.m. Grades 2–4$55/Month/4 Classes
GYMNASTICS & CHEER
JAZZ DAY TIME AGES COST
Instructor: Yasushi Abe DAY TIME AGES COST Tue7–8 p.m. 6 & Up (All levels) $60/Month/8
YOUTH PROGRAMS • 225-7441
Instructor: Kohei Takeda TINY TUMBLERS DAY TIME AGES COST Mon 4:10–4:40 p.m. 4–6 $35/MonthWedThu
Wed3–4 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 (Elementary)3–4 6–7 p.m.Grades 5 & Up $55/Month/4 Classes
ADVANCED TUMBLING DAY TIME AGES COST Mon 3–4 p.m. 7 & Up $50/Month
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 & (Intermediate)Up $90/Month/4 Classes
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TR ADITIONAL KARATE
TANABATA DANCE (JAPANESE FOLK DANCE)
Instructor: Ayako Hiruma DAY TIME AGES COST
HIP HOP DAY TIME AGES COST
Thu3–4 p.m. Grades 3 & Up$55/Month/4 Classes
Thu6:30–7:30 p.m.7 & Up $20/Month/4$7/ClassClasses,
CHEER AND POM-POM DANCE DAY TIME AGES COST Tue 4–4:30 p.m. 3–4$35/Month/4 Classes 4:30–5:15 p.m.5–6 $90/Month/12 Classes, $70/Month/8 Classes, $40/Month/4 Classes5:15–5:45 p.m.7–12
LYRICAL DAY TIME AGES COST Wed 4–4:45 p.m. Grades 3 & Up$45/Month/4 Classes
MUSICAL THEATRE DAY TIME AGES COST
FirstMulti-Student$40/Month/4Classes,ClassesFamilyDiscount:studentpaysregularclasscost,eachadditionalfamilymembertosignupreceivesa$10discount.
Thu LEVEL 1 & 2 DAY TIME AGES COST Mon4:50–5:50 p.m. 7 & Up $45/MonthWed 3–4 Thu4:50–5:504:50–5:50p.m.p.m.p.m.
Thu6–7 p.m. Grades 5 & (Intermediate)Up $55/Month/4 Classes
Tue–Fri 9:30 a.m.–6 p.m. Sun/Mon/Hol Closed Sat 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Fam/Exr Normal
FRONT225-613NATATORIUM3•BLDG.4338DESK Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Sat 10:30 a.m.–3 p.m. Sun/Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal POOL Mon–Fri 5 a.m.–8 p.m. Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal SAKANA POOL Sat/Sun 11 a.m.–7 p.m.
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 225-4552EQUIPMENTRECREATION/RENTAL•BLDG.564
FAM PACAF Family Down Day / EXR Exercise / HOL Holiday
DIRECTORY OF SERVICES
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 225-3920HR• 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
PET CARE CENTER 225-8906 • BLDG. 4066 FRONT DESK Daily 8:30 a.m.–6 p.m. Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal POST 225-9383OFFICE•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 BLDG.FTAC:CAA:ALS:CENTER225-8331225-7829225-9525580 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 & 225-8889/8890ANNEX • 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
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 225-8725CENTER• 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 EDUCATIONCENTER 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 & 227-7083TRAVEL•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 225-8519READINESS•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 225-749LIBRARY0•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 225-330MARKETING8•BLDG. 1295 Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Sat/Sun/Hol Closed Fam/Exr Normal
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
Sun/Hol Closed Fam/Exr
RESERVATION DESK Mon 12 a.m.–5 p.m. Tue Closed Wed 8 a.m.–12 a.m. Thu–Sun 24 Hours
COUNTRY227-5230 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.
TEEN 225-6793CENTER•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
TAMA HILLS RECREATION AREA
TAMA HILLS GOLF COURSE 18-Hole042-374-2811GolfCourse 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.
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 Sun 10:30 a.m.–8 p.m. Mon–Thu 10:30 a.m.–9 p.m. Fri/Sat 10:30 a.m.–11 p.m. Fam Normal Hol Closed
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. CLUBHOUSE/PRO4010SHOP 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 FROM225-274INSURANCE2OFFBASE: 042-530-0799 Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–5 p.m. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. 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 225-9420/8343GRILL•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 (TAMA224-3422HILLS 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.
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TAMA 227-5248ODR SunMarch–October 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.
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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
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 BREAKFAST Sat–Sun 7–11 a.m. LUNCH & DINNER Mon–Thu 11 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.
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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
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