A new year is upon us, and it’s time once again to turn your attention to the yearly tradition unlike any other – Best of the Pacific voting season!
Throughout the Marine Corps, Marines are taught to be stewards of the communities and their populations.
You may not believe this, but I once saw a habu beat a mongoose in a cross-species duel when I was a kid.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers—Japan Engineer District (USACE JED) celebrated Engineers Week across Japan with cake-cutting and educational presentations highlighting the challenges these unconventional thinkers face daily as they build a stronger Pacific defense for America.
Don’t run from those embarrassing moments and misunderstandings -- embrace them. They make the best stories later.
I serve as a personal property counselor in the Transportation Division at LRC-Okinawa, providing expert guidance on regulations and policies related to the shipment and storage of personal property and vehicles for DoD customers.
MCIPAC Fire and Emergency Services, Provost Marshal’s Office, Substance Abuse Control Office, and commanders all respond to and manage Alcohol-Related Incidents, and emphasize the effect ARIs have on the Marines, their families, and the community at large.
Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan February 13, 2025, staff from the U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa (USNHO) Emergency Department are training the future EMTs charged with providing lifesaving critical care to those in need en route to the hospital.
Your monthly dose of new music from Japan.
Cat’s eyes, samurai hours, and the rise of the wadokei.
Kids across Okinawa can enjoy fun and friendship at the Captain America event at the BX.
Exchange shoppers can enjoy a host of savings and discounts this month in honor of Presidents’ Day with MILITARY STAR®.
Regardless of whether you’re celebrating with your kids, your spouse or your best friend, it’s a day where we can do something out of the ordinary to show our love. How do we keep things fun, fresh and celebratory for yet another holiday at home, showing our love and appreciation for those around us?
Flowers and chocolates are always fun to give and receive on Valentine’s Day, but if you are looking to shake things up with your gift-giving, there are plenty of ways to tell someone you love them.
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