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U.S. Marine Corps graphic illustration by Gunnery Sgt. Branko Bilicich
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TCCOR 2021

An infographic depicting Tropical Cyclone Conditions of Readiness (TCCOR) used to determine the onset of destructive weather effects at a particular installation.
Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Tyler R. Fraser
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Weathering the storm

Each year about 30 typhoons form in the Northwestern Pacific Ocean and between six and ten will strike the coastline on average according to the Joint Typhoon Warning Center. While most strike Okinawa Prefecture, the island of Kyushu, or the island of Shikoku, all regions of Japan are susceptible. This is especially true for the five U.S.
U.S. Marine Corps infographic by CIV Satoru Koki
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TCCOR Conditions

This infographic was created in support of the TCCOR social media campaign.
JOINT TYPHOON WARNING CENTER
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Super Typhoon Hagibis: U.S. bases in Kanto Plain in TCCOR 3

6:10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 11, Japan time: Hagibis has been downgraded from super-typhoon status, but it remains a vicious beast and headed for the Tokyo area late Saturday, according to the Joint Typhoon Warning Center.
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Typhoon Mitag: Okinawa bases all clear

Noon Wednesday, Oct. 2, Korea time: Tropical Storm  Mitag has begun accelerating northeast toward a forecast rendezvous overnight Wednesday into Thursday morning along the southwest coast of the Korean peninsula.
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U.S. bases on Okinawa in TCCOR 3

6:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 6, Japan time: U.S. bases on Okinawa have entered Tropical Cyclone Condition of Readiness Storm Watch.
While Typhoon Lingling continues moving north and away from the island, it remains close enough that high winds that could meet the criteria for TCCOR 1-C or higher.
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Typhoon season primer for those new to the Pacific

In less than a month, the northwest Pacific’s tropical cyclone season begins with the issuance of seasonal Tropical Cyclone Condition of Readiness 4 for U.S. bases on Okinawa and seasonal TCCOR 5 at Sasebo Naval Base and Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni.
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VIDEO: Japan Kitchen: Turning instant noodles into okonomiyaki

Instant noodles are great for a quick meal on the run or in between grocery store raids, but they also make great bases for more intricate meals.
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5 great tips for eating sushi in Japan

My introduction to sushi was at my university canteen. Every week I would buy a small sushi lunch box filled with salmon, tuna, and other such exoticisms.
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Taste of Okinawa: Burger joint Captain Kangaroo in Nago now hot spot for taco rice

Before 2020, Captain Kangaroo near Tapic Stadium Nago was known for its hearty burgers. Now, this burger joint has become a spot to grab Okinawa’s signature dish, taco rice.
Photo courtesy of Jakkepoes
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Taste of Okinawa: Perfect pancakes at Jakkepoes in Yomitan

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.
Photos by Shoji Kudaka
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Taste of Okinawa: Every day sandwich day at Five Star Deli in Chatan

Five Star Deli near the Sunabe Seawall in Chatan City has garnered a lot of popularity on Okinawa.
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Since 1958, Pizza House serving up great food on Okinawa

Pizza House is a household name in Okinawa. Since its opening in 1958, the restaurant has been loved by many locals and Americans alike.