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Rules for riding e-scooters in Japan

With the recent uptick of violations and accidents involving e-scooters in Japan, I realized it might be time to catch up on the rules and regulations of using these vehicles.

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Yokota University celebrates successful year of professional development

Yokota University held a year-end event to acknowledge its exceptional achievements at Yokota Air Base, Japan, March 1.

Photo Of Airmen assigned to the 35th Maintenance Group pose for a photo for Women’s History Month at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 7, 2024.

Misawa AB 35th Maintenance Group breaking barriers; fixing aircraft

Women have served in the military in various capacities for more than 200 years. According to the Department of Defense, women made up 1% of the U.S. military services in 1971. As of Oct. 2022, that number has increased to 18%, with the Air Force leading the branches at 21%.

Photo Of Base employees clear snow from a Camp Zama parking lot on Feb. 6, 2024, after heavy snow and slush covered the Kanto Plain.

Weather council helps keep US Army in Japan community safe, prepared and informed

When Mother Nature delivers inclement weather, the U.S. Army in Japan community remains safe, prepared and informed thanks to a joint weather council led by U.S. Army Garrison Japan.

Photo Of Cadet Chelsea Sanchez crawls through an obstacle while completing a confidence course at Camp Zama, Japan, March 12, 2024.

Camp Zama unit offers taste of Army life to cadets, culinary students

Despite their combat uniforms coated with a mix of sweat, rain and mud, nearly 40 Junior ROTC cadets were all smiles after a grueling morning of navigating obstacles and physical training.

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Save the date April 11: Month of the Military Child Proclamation Signing and Patch Reveal on Yokota AB

We are excited to once again be showcasing our Yokota Youth for the Month of the Military Child! Please keep your calendars open and join us on April 11th for the MOMC Proclamation Signing and Patch Reveal.

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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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Misawa Exchange celebrates Month of the Military Child with prizes, events 

Throughout April, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service is saluting America’s youngest heroes at Misawa with free events, activities and an exclusive sweepstakes during the Month of the Military Child.

Photo Of U.S. Air Force (USAF) Tech. Sgt. Jordan Silversmith, 36th Airlift Squadron evaluator loadmaster, awaits for the signal to drop Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) paratroopers over a drop zone for static-line jump training during Airborne 24, March 7, 2024, at Kikaijima Island, Japan.

U.S.-Japan soar through heavy winds for Airborne 24

As dawn approached on the brisk morning of March 7, relentless winds echoed over the flightline of Yokota Air Base, Japan.

Photo Of Samurai Cafe team members pose for a photo in front of the dining facility on Yokota Air Base, Japan.

Yokota wins 2024 Hennessy food services award

The Department of the Air Force announced its 2024 John L. Hennessy Trophy Awards for food service excellence March 4.

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Misawa BX to recognize, thank Vietnam Veterans with Pinning Ceremony March 29

On behalf of a grateful nation, the Misawa BX will present Vietnam Veterans with a complimentary lapel pin in special pinning ceremony at 1200 on 29 Mar at the Main Exchange in honor of National Vietnam War Veterans Day.

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Free advance screening of ‘Road House’ coming to Camp Zama Exchange SHA Reel Time Theater March 16

Camp Zama Exchange Service is offering free advance screenings of Amazon MGM Studios’ upcoming action film “Road House” at SHA Reel Time Theater on March 16 at 6:00 p.m.

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Yokota Exchange to recognize, thank Vietnam Veterans with pinning ceremony on 28 Mar 2024

On behalf of a grateful nation, the Yokota Exchange will present Vietnam Veterans with a complimentary lapel pin in special pinning ceremony at 1200 on 28 March at the YCC Food Court in honor of National Vietnam War Veterans Day.

Photo Of Col. Marcus Hunter, center, commander of U.S. Army Garrison Japan, answers a question during a housing town hall inside Kizuna Hall at Camp Zama, Japan, March 7, 2024.

USAG Japan leaders talk tenant survey, home businesses in housing town hall

U.S. Army Garrison Japan leaders hosted a town hall here Thursday to answer questions and better inform housing residents.

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