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VIDEO: Bike ride to AEON mall near Yokota AB

Visiting Japan and being stationed here is a completely different ballgame.

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Fun in Japan: Yokota’s Friendship Festival returns May 18-19

A popular cross-cultural event, Yokota Friendship Festival, aka Nichibei Yukosai, returns on May 18-19.

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A day trip to Tokyo’s Tama region

Welcome to Shinjuku, the world’s busiest train station. With some two million daily commuters, Tokyo’s hyperhub is a never-ending bustle.

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Two new Demon Slayer attractions are opening at Universal Studios Japan

From July 19, 2024 to January 5, 2025, USJ will open two new Demon Slayer-themed rides:


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Photo Of Taste of Japan: Yokosuka Curry Festival near U.S. Navy base May 18-19

Food & Drink

Taste of Japan: Yokosuka Curry Festival near U.S. Navy base May 18-19

Curry is one of Yokosuka’s signature dishes. The hearty dish consisting of stewed meat and vegetables in a brown sauce and served with a side of rice, is a favorite among locals and tourists.

Photo Of Taste of Japan: Surrender to the garlic with juicy hamburger steak meal in Yokosuka

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Taste of Japan: Surrender to the garlic with juicy hamburger steak meal in Yokosuka

Thanks to its surroundings, Yokosuka is a treasure box of restaurants serving up delicious meals using local produce and fresh fish.


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Photo Of Stars and Stripes can help you customize calendars!

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Stars and Stripes can help you customize calendars!

Have a favorite family photo, snapshot of an adorable pet or a picture that just makes you smile? Or maybe you want to do something special for your unit or or office staff? Why not customize a calendar!

Photo Of Tasty tuna dishes at Sakanagui no Daimanzoku in Cape Oma, Japan

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Tasty tuna dishes at Sakanagui no Daimanzoku in Cape Oma, Japan

At the northern end of Honshu, Cape Oma in the Shimokita Peninsula is known as a fishing port that offers one of the nation’s tastiest bluefin tunas.

Photo Of Rossi at Aoyama Grand Hotel: Tokyo’s new authentic Italian trattoria

Food & Drink

Rossi at Aoyama Grand Hotel: Tokyo’s new authentic Italian trattoria

Trattoria Rossi, Tokyo’s newest dining hotspot, reopened on April 1, 2024.

Photo Of Pop Circus at historic Yokosuka Drydock until Jun. 23

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Pop Circus at historic Yokosuka Drydock until Jun. 23

The circus is coming to town! And with it comes a flying trapeze, trainers of wild animals and funny clowns for all children, young and old, to enjoy.

Photo Of Anime museums in Tokyo

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Anime museums in Tokyo

If you’re a fan of anime and manga, Tokyo’s animation museums offer an abundance of fun experiences!

Photo Of Pop-up stores in Tokyo May 2024

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Pop-up stores in Tokyo May 2024

Anime-themed foods, unique punky clothing or your favorite Disney princess, check out this months pop-ups.

Photo Of Stars and Stripes can help you customize T-shirts, tote bags!

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Stars and Stripes can help you customize T-shirts, tote bags!

Stars and Stripes’ Printshop now offers customized T-shirts and tote bags.

Photo Of The ultimate XR bus journey: WOWRIDE Fukui

Travel

The ultimate XR bus journey: WOWRIDE Fukui

Are you ready to transform your travel experience into an adventure? Say hello to the XR Bus WOWRIDE Fukui Edition, an innovative bus tour that turns travel into entertainment

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