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Students of E.C. Killin Elementary School ride through a drive-by parade full teachers and staff at Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan on April 30, 2020. The parade was hosted to close out the Month of the Military Child, devoted in recognition of the children of service members. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Zachary Larsen)
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E.C. Killin Elementary School staff hosts drive-by parade

Faculty members with E.C. Killin Elementary School hosted a drive-by parade in celebration of Month of the Military Child, Apr. 30 at Camp Foster.
Photo by Meagan Henry.
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Month of the Military Child: Wishing on dandelions with some of Yokota’s military children

As we come to the end of The Month of the Military Child, it’s worth taking a moment to acknowledge that this April has been like none we have ever seen before.
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Month of the Military Child: A Seven Year Old’s Perspective of These Times

Let’s celebrate Month of the Military Child by sharing your story. Your stories don’t have to be long, but don’t feel like it has to be short, either. Just tell us what’s on your mind. 
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Month of the Military Child: What is it like to be a military-connected child?

Let’s celebrate Month of the Military Child by sharing your story. Your stories don’t have to be long, but don’t feel like it has to be short, either. Just tell us what’s on your mind.
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Operation Homefront accepting 2020 Military Child of the Year® nominations and Military Child of the Year® Award for Innovation applications

Operation Homefront, the national nonprofit that builds strong, stable, and secure military families, is now accepting nominations for the 2020 Military Child of the Year® Awards, as well as applications for the 2020 Military Child of the Year® Award for Innovation.
U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mandy Foster
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Kadena celebrates Month of the Military Child

Children tour the interior of police cars during the Month of the Military Child Fun Fest April 26, 2019, at Kadena Air Base, Japan.
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Boys & Girls Clubs of America honors Month of the Military Child

Boys & Girls Clubs of America-affiliated Youth Centers to wear purple on April 25th to show support for military-connected youth.
U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Omari Bernard
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AEIS Assemble! Kadena Schools celebrate Month of the Military Child

Students, teachers and parents attend a Month of the Military Child assembly April 15, 2019, at the Amelia Earhart Intermediate School on Kadena Air Base, Japan.
U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Christopher A. Madero
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Military community celebrates Month of the Military Child at Kubasaki High School

Kubasaki High School students were treated with a barbecue lunch for the Month of the Military Child, April 17, in Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan.
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Upsilon Lamba Lambda Chapter and Sigma Gamma Gamma Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. promotes Month of the Military Child

Upsilon Lambda Lambda Chapter and Sigma Gamma Gamma Chapter of the 13th International District of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. promote Month of the Military Child. April is designated as the Month of the Military Child. Please join the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA), the Department of Defense, the military community and the...
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Uber Eats is coming to Okinawa, but only in Naha and Urasoe

Uber Eats, a go-to now that eating out at restaurants is risky or even prohibited, is finally making its way to the island.
Street Food, summer, takoyaki, yakisoba, yakitori, potatoes, corn, crape, kakigori
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12 Japanese Street Foods You Must Try When Visiting Japan!

Japan is a country filled with delicious eats and Japanese street food is especially appetizing - especially in summer!
Photos by Shoji Kudaka
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VIDEO| Try Hirayachi, Okinawa’s take on okonomiyaki

If you’re a Japanese food fan, you may have heard of okonomiyaki; a Korean food afficionado—chijimi. But Okinawa also has its own version: hirayachi.
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Kokoro Care Packages – the heart and soul of Japan shipped directly to your door

Are you stationed in Japan but stumped by how to choose (or use) Japanese ingredients? Live overseas but are constantly disappointed by the lack of quality Japanese products available? Kokoro Care Packages delivers the heart and soul of Japan directly to your door.
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Crazy 8 mistakes foreigners make when eating in Japanese restaurants

Since Japan is home to some of the richest, tastiest, most unique dishes in the world, eating out over here can be an amazing experience.
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Grab some tasty chicken at Okinawa's Wing King

While many of your go-to restaurants for hot wings, a familiar game-day favorite, like Buffalo Wild Wings or Hoo ters, may not yet have a home in Okinawa, there is no need to feel disappointed. Wing King is here to help with those spicy cravings.