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Freedom Fest 2026 Brings Summer Fun, Fireworks and Family Entertainment to Kadena Air Base!
Celebrate America's spirit this summer at Freedom Fest 2026 on Thursday, July 2, from 5 to 10 p.m. at the Risner Back Lot. One of Kadena's premier annual events, Freedom Fest delivers an action-packed evening of live entertainment, family-friendly activities, great...
Sabani
Surrounded by ocean, Okinawa’s history has always been tied to the sea. Before modern ferries, bridges and highways, communities relied on traditional wooden boats known as sabani to travel, ship and transport goods. These boats remain one of the most recognizable...
Schools Out For The Summer – What Does FSS Have To Offer?
The 18th Force Support Squadron is rolling out a packed summer lineup designed to keep youth and teens active, creative and connected across Kadena Air Base. From camps and classes to field trips and family events, this years' schedule offers something for kids of all...
Island Hopping in Okinawa!
Summer has arrived in full force, and one of the must-do experiences in Okinawa is island-hopping. If you’ve just arrived, you’ve probably already heard people rave about their trips to the Kerama Islands and may be eager to hop on a ferry and see them for yourself....
Aka Island
A day trip to Aka Island delivers the kind of easy, sun-soaked adventure that reminds you why Okinawa is so often described as paradise. Just a short, comfortable ferry ride from Naha, the journey itself sets the tone: turquoise water stretching to the horizon, salt...
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...