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Father’s Day At Kadena Air Base
Celebrate Father’s Day on Kadena Air Base with a full lineup of family-friendly events, dining specials and outdoor adventures designed to make Dad feel appreciated.
The Art Of Salt
Salt has long been one of Okinawa’s most essential ingredients, shaped by the islands’ wind, sun and surrounding seas. Across the archipelago, traditional and modern techniques reveal how producers transform seawater into mineral-rich crystals that define local...
The Great Indoors
Our warm, wet hug from the beautiful island air is back! And while I enjoy the humid heat, we know it’s not everyone’s favorite thing. Not to worry — the 18th Force Support Squadron has some great ways to keep you and your family cool, so the fun doesn’t have to be...
Had a Few Drinks? Here’s How to Get Home Safely in Okinawa
If you’ve ever ended up outside a bar doing the classic “OK … how am I getting home?” routine, you already know this is where the night can either end smoothly or turn into a mild crisis. Let’s keep it smooth. We all know about the Drink and Dash program. It’ll hook...
Mother’s Day At Kadena Air Base
Celebrate Mother’s Day on Kadena Air Base and across Okinawa with a full lineup of memorable events, delicious dining specials and unique experiences designed to honor Mom. Indulge in a delightful Mother’s Day brunch at Okuma Surfside Grill & Bar or enjoy a...
Route 58 Okinawa Roadside Stations
Best stops on Route 58 In Okinawa, National Route 58 offers more than north-south access across the island or our main route to work. It’s an enchanting roadway that winds along the coastline, revealing colorful fishing ports, sugarcane fields and flashes of turquoise...
Tired of the Toll Booth? Why it’s Finally Time to Set Up ETC in Japan
Let’s talk about ETC card. At some point, you’re going to find yourself on the Okinawa Expressway. Whether you’re heading across the island for a summer festival or making one of those legendary Costco runs, it’s inevitable. For an embarrassingly long time, I avoided...
America Fest 2026
America Fest - 250 years of America: Stars, Cars and Guitars Every spring, Kadena Air Base opens its gates to welcome the Okinawa community for one of the year’s most highly anticipated celebrations — America Fest. Taking place Saturday and Sunday, April 11–12. This...
Your Guide to Easter Fun in Okinawa
Easter is upon us and it is the perfect a time for fun activities with family and friends. Take a look below and see what we Kadena Air Base has to offer for a perfect easter celebration! 🐰 🐣 🌷 Okuma Easter Egg Hunt Hop on over to our annual Easter egg hunt. Kids can...