On April 10, 2025, Ernest J. King Middle/High School proudly recognized fourteen outstanding career and technical students at its inaugural National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) Induction Ceremony held in the school’s Commons Area.

High school graduation is a special time, and Stars and Stripes is pleased to once again be putting together our annual Grad Tab, highlighting information on all of the Pacific DoDEA high schools and their graduating classes.

Robert D. Edgren, which almost always gets a late start due to snow in northern Japan, highlights weekend events by hosting events in three sports.

Welcome to virtual vacation video series where we can explore destinations from the comfort of our homes.

Operational Specialist Stefphanie Carothers, from Houston assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) manages paperwork in the ships aft hazmat.

The forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) hosts tours during CFAS Fleet Friendship Day in Sasebo, Japan, April 5. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations.

As cherry blossom season soon approaches, it’s time to start planning your outings to enjoy local festivals, Hanami (cherry blossom-viewing) picnics and more.

The JBL Pass, not to be confused with the Japan Bus Pass, is a flat-rate bus ticket that allows holders to ride up to three express buses per day for three, five, or seven days.

It’s time to pay your annual road taxes, which are mandated by Japanese law and based on vehicle engine size.

Outstanding Career and Technical Students at Ernest J. King Middle/High School will be honored on April 10, 2025, at 5:30 P.M. at the school in the “Commons Area” as the newest inductees into the National Technical Honor Society, the honor society for Career & Technical Education (CTE).