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Send a congratulatory note to the Class of 2019! Deadline: May 20

High school graduation is a special time, and Stars and Stripes is pleased to once again be putting together our annual Grad Tab, highlighting information on all of the Pacific DoDEA high schools and...
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When it comes to taco rice, Okinawa rules

Nothing says fast food in the south of Japan like “tako-raisu!” And 2019 marks the 35th birthday of this signature Okinawan dish, according to local lore.
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2019 AEC Silver Sponsorship-level donation presented to USO Okinawa

Scot Garner, General Manager of Construction for American Engineering Corporation (AEC), presented their 2019 Silver Sponsorship-level donation to Phil VanEtten, USO Okinawa Area Director. A long-time support of USO Okinawa, AEC’s donation enables major events like the 2019 USO Okinawa Service Salute and 2019 USO Okinawa Color Run.
Left to right: Gen. Robert Brown, U.S. Army Pacific commander; Ryan McCarthy, Army under secretary; and Gen. James McConville, vice chief of staff of the Army, speak with reporters at Fort Shafter, Hawaii, Tuesday, March 19, 2019. WYATT OLSON/STARS AND STRIPES
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Army plan would tap thousands of mainland soldiers for short-term Pacific rotations

The Army plans to rotate thousands of soldiers from the mainland through short-term Pacific deployments in pursuit of becoming a more expeditionary force, Army officials said Tuesday.
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Know how to act around Okinawa's big tombs

For those who are new to the island, traditional Okinawan tombs may look very intriguing. But the spiritual importance these large structures have to Okinawans should be respected.
 
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Basic car buying skills for troops

An important decision to make before buying a car is whether to buy a new or used vehicle. The average price of a new car is more than $35,000 whereas the average price of a used car is around $19,000.
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A military child's odyssey

When I get the chance to describe the life of a military child, I like to use the term Odyssey. It’s a life full of adventures that gives you experiences that you love to look back on over and over again. Life has its ups and downs, but in the end, it’s a journey I wouldn’t trade for the world.
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You'll flip for this pancake house in Yomitan-son, Okinawa

What’s not to love about a pancake house that flips your pancakes to order and is located by a quiet beach. So next time you’re out on a weekend drive, steer your way toward Jakkepoes in Yomitan.
Since opening in 2008, Jakkepoes has been a favorite of the military community.
Photos © y.f.m
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Kick-off time for J. League: It’s time for family fun, abounding appetite, and echoing excitement

J. League, the professional men’s soccer league in Japan, just kicked off the 2019 season.
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Survey Says: Majority of Spouses Satisfied With Military Life

The latest survey of active-duty and reserve-component service members’ spouses shows the spouses are, by and large, happy with the military lifestyles they lead.
A Marine receives a build-your-own Okinawa taco rice meal entered in for judging during the W.P.T. Hill award competition at Camp Kinser, Okinawa, Japan, on March 14, 2019. CARLOS VAZQUEZ/STARS AND STRIPES
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Marine cooks hope Okinawan dish will help them win the Corps’ best-mess award

On the strength of a favorite Okinawan dish, members of Combat Logistics Regiment 37 are representing the III Marine Expeditionary Force at a competition for the Marine Corps’ top culinary award.
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Hamabe no Chaya serves up both coffee and a view

I know we can all get stressed out every day. Swamped with emails, dealing with phone calls, juggling smart phones, tablets and facing endless responsibilities both at work and home can do that to a person.
Everybody needs some space to refresh your mind from time to time.
Source: aratama.jp
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The Beginner’s Guide to Mochi

A lot of people arrive in Japan and are confronted with these seemingly unusual blobs of rice and wonder, “What on earth is that…?” With its sticky and stretchy texture, mochi is a real curiosity for those who have never tried it. But don’t be wary of mochi; find out all about it here in this ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Mochi!
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Obbligato: Landmark Mexican restaurant keeps getting better

When you’re desperate for homemade nachos and salsa washed down with an ice-cold one, Obbligato Mexican restaurant can be a life saver.
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Tasty waffles, pancakes served up at CC's in Chatan, Okinawa

“Why, American people!!??”
Much like Atsugiri Jason’s sentiments about Japanese people, I found myself questioning Americans and their desire to mix fried chicken with waffles - a breakfast delight.
Source: Business Insider Japan
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The World’s Biggest Starbucks is Open for Business in Tokyo!

The biggest Starbucks in the world has just opened up its glorious new doors in the trendy Tokyo neighborhood of Nakameguro.