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Ms. Setsuko Kyoda, center operation specialist brings happiness and joy to the center with her smile and caring heart. She’s been with the USO for 13 years and the whole time she’s been at USO Schwab. Setsuko is a local Okinawan national who worked as a manager for Burger King on Camp Hansen for 25 years prior to joining the USO team.

KADENA AIR BASE, Japan -- Living on a tropical island may seem like a breeze, but during typhoon season it’s possible to be blown away with never-ending safety precautions.

Here on Kadena, preparation is key. There are a few things to remember to keep oneself and their family as safe as possible.

Gunnery Sgt. Matthew Stephens stands in a school circle at Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, July 6, 2018. Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron 1 conducted a formation to celebrate the 77th birthday of 1st Marine Aircraft Wing. 1st MAW was originally founded July 7, 1941.

Col. Kevin Norton, the commanding officer of 4th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, passes off colors to Col. Jason Perry during a change of command ceremony on July 2, 2018 on Camp Schwab, Okinawa, Japan.

Lt. Col. Zachary B. Hohn, U.S. Army Garrison Okinawa Commander, invited ward chiefs from neighboring Sobe, Osoe, Oki and Toguchi Districts to a luncheon at Torii Beach on Jul. 4th. The purpose of this engagement is to deepen and strengthen the relationship between U.S. Army Garrison Okinawa and local communities.

If one was to enquire about the integral principles or fundamental mainstay that can enhance the strength of the military, it starts with emphasizing the strategy and doctrine implemented to reach each unit’s overall objective.