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VIDEO: US Soldiers in Japan strengthen connection to host nation by volunteering to teach English at local junior high

Soldiers assigned to the 38th Air Defense Artillery Brigade and 765th Transportation (Terminal) Battalion recently participated in an “English Challenge Day” with students at a nearby junior high.

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Healing Japanese fiction books that feel like a warm hug

Comforting tales of self-discovery, second chances, and quiet joy.

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Camp Zama Exchange brings military community together to honor Vietnam War Heroes

As a 50th Anniversary Vietnam War Commemorative Partner, the Camp Zama Exchange will host pinning ceremonies for the final time the Camp Zama PX at 11:30 on March 29, 2025, at the Main Store to honor and recognize Vietnam War-era Veterans.

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Misawa Exchange makes choosing healthy options easy for the military community

The Misawa Exchange is all in to help service members and their families meet their dietary and nutritional goals by making it simple to find healthy meals.

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Pacific Tattoo: History of tattoos

The tradition of tattooing and body marking goes back in history to at least 4000 BC, as seen on ancient mummies. The connection between tattoos and warriors, or those defending their home, may be just as old.

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Yokosuka Naval Base to Spring Festival on March 22

Celebrate the spring season with some family-friendly fun at the Yokosuka Spring Festival on March 22.

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Yokota Air Base to host Sakura Spring Festival on March 29

While warmer air gradually covers mainland of Japan, the cherry blossom front is also moving up from the south to the north in late March. This year, the Kanto is expected to see the first blooms of the season on March 22, according to Japan Meteorological Agency.

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Yokota Exchange brings military community together to honor Vietnam War heroes

As a 50th Anniversary Vietnam War Commemorative Partner, the Yokota Exchange will host pinning ceremonies for the final time at 1130 on 28 March in the Food Court to honor and recognize Vietnam War-era Veterans.

Photo Of flyer promoting the program.. the front photos of Exchange and fast-food restaurants are used.

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Yokota Exchange makes choosing healthy options easy for the military community

The Yokota Exchange is all in to help service members and their families meet their dietary and nutritional goals by making it simple to find healthy meals.

Photo Of A group of Zama Middle High School students receives a sticker from a representative at a booth at the College and Career Fair held March 6 in the ZMHS gymnasium.

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College, career fair showcases post-graduation options for Camp Zama high school students

A college and career fair held March 6 at Zama Middle High School offered students there a showcase of post-graduation job and education options.

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Free NFL football camp hosted by defensive end Morgan Fox at Yokota AB on April 12-13

Open to boys & girls ages 6-14 who are dependents of active duty, retirees and DOD civilian employees.

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Misawa Exchange brings military community together to honor Vietnam War heroes

As a 50th Anniversary Vietnam War Commemorative Partner, the Misawa Exchange will host pinning ceremonies for the final time the Misawa BX at 12 p.m. on 29 March at Misawa Main Exchange to honor and recognize Vietnam War-era Veterans.

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Devastation, victims of 3/11 East Japan Earthquake remembered in Hachinohe 14 years later

Hachinohe residents gathered on Tanesashi Beach on March 11 to remember the victims and devastation on the 14th anniversary of the East Japan Earthquake.

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