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Max D. Lederer Jr. Publisher STRIPES JAPAN Comedy dinner theater: Costume bowling Lt. Col. Richard E. McClintic How to survive a zombie apocalypse DATE: Oct. 31 Commander alloween is fast approaching DATE: Oct. 23, 6 p.m. PLACE: Tomodachi Lanes Chris Verigan and many bases are hosting fun Engagement Director COST: $25 (Adults only) For more information, call Tomodachi Lanes Marie Woods H events for the kids. Each base For more information, call Enlisted Club at 227-8820. at 225-7191. Publishing and Media Design Director has different requirements and rules in Chris Carlson place. Please visit your local command’s Halloween dress the pin last day Publishing and Media Design Manager Yokosuka Facebook page or website for updates. The DATE: Now through Oct. 29 Eric Lee Free Advertising and Circulation Manager events below are subject to change at the COST: https://www.navymwryokosuka.com/activity/2e3b51d6- Monte Dauphin discretion of base officials. PLACE: Tomodachi Bowling d0ce-4588-9f69-630fcc39c7c1 Japan Area Manager For more information, call Tomodachi Lanes at 225- Kentaro Shimura 7191. Ikego movie night Production Manager SHOWING: “Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation” PG Rie Miyoshi Full moon hike For the latest information visit: DATE: Oct. 23, 6:30 p.m. Engagement Manager Oct. 29 - 31, 6 - 9 p.m. Denisse Rauda https://japan.stripes.com/ DATE: PLACE: Ikego Ball Field #3 Tama Hills Recreation Publishing and Media Design Editor travel/let%E2%80%99s-get- PLACE: Area Pumpkin run - Domestic violence awareness Publishing and Media Design Writers spooky-base ChiHon Kim DATE: Oct. 24, 9 a.m. Shoji Kudaka For more information, Takahiro Takiguchi call Tama Hills Recreation PLACE: Ikego Joint Use Area –Campgrounds. Layout Designers Area at 227-5230. For more information please call 241-3077 or visit our Mamoru Inoue https://www.facebook.com/MWRAthleticsYokosuka. Yukiyo Oda Fall fest to-go Yuko Okazaki Yokota Kayoko Shimoda DATE: Oct. 30 - Nov. 6 7th Fleet Band halloween concert Multimedia Consultants https://yokotafss.com/halloween/ Library DATE: Oct. 30, 5 - 6 p.m. Max Genao Doug Johnson PLACE: Brian Jones Jason Lee For more information, call Library at 225-7490. PLACE: Berkey Field Hans Simpson Chae Pang Yi Trick or treating Gianni Youn Robert Zuckerman Halloween Glow Golf Yokosuka movie night Oct. 27, 6-8 p.m. Graphic Designers DATE: Oct. 30, 6 - 8:30 p.m. SHOWING: “Hocus Pocus” PG Kenichi Ogasawara Yosuke Tsuji visit Yokota Facebook DATE: DETAILS: $20 Includes: Glow Golf Ball, Food & Prizes DATE: Oct. 30, 6:30 p.m. Sales Support https://www.facebook.com/yokotaairbase/ COST: Kazumi Hasegawa Hiromi Isa PLACE: Yokota Golf Center PLACE: Berkey Field Ichiro Katayanagi Yoko Noro posts/2176869965680024 Yusuke Sato Saori Tamanaha For more information, call Yokota Golf Center at 225- Nerf battle Toshie Yoshimizu Un Chong Yu Taiyo House of torment 8815. Oct. 31 (Kid day) DATE: Comedy dinner theater: 2 - 4:30 p.m. Oct. 23 & 24, 5 - 9 p.m. TIME: For feedback and inquiries, DATE: How to survive a zombie apocalypse Softball Field #3, Ikego Field #5 Free PLACE: contact [email protected] COST: Oct. 30, 6 p.m. On-line pre-registration is required through MYFFR from For more information, call Taiyo Community Center at DATE: To place an ad, call DSN 227-7370 $25 (Adults only) now - Oct. 23. stripesjapan.com/contact 225–6955/6966. COST: For more information, call Officer’s Club at 225-8526. For more information, visit the Nerf Battle OCTOBER 23 − OCTOBER 29, 2020 A STARS AND STRIPES COMMUNITY PUBLICATION 75 YEARS IN THE PACIFIC STRIPES JAPAN 3
registration site • Must wear mask when not running https://myffr.navyaims.com/wbwsc/jpnyokrec.wsc/ • Social distancing will be implemented wbsearch.html?xxmod=TK&wbsi=a%20586f8da-0cc3-e783- For more information, call SHA Sports Speakin’ 7114-1b586c735965&xxtype=11SPEC&xxsearch=yes Complex at 81 (42)869-6130. Costume contest To enter the contest patrons are requested to send their Iwakuni costume photo submissions to mwr_special_events@ Japanese fe.navy.mil until Oct. 26. Trick or treating For more information please call at 241-5060. DATE: Oct. 31, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Only those with regular access to the base (no visitor passes Virtual contests will be issued) DATE: Oct. 24 - 30 PLACE: Yokosuka & Ikego Halloween flicks at the barracks Spooky speak Enter virtual contests all throughout the week from Oct. DATE: Oct. 23, 7:30 - 10:30 p.m. 24-30. Bring a blanket and some friends to watch your favorite In recent years, the modern Western For more information or to enter one of the contests, please Halloween movie! Refreshments are provided. tradition of Halloween has crept up on Japan visit MWR’ s Facebook page. in the form of commercial and entertainment https://www.facebook.com/Yokosuka.MWR.ComRec/ Sasebo events – especially in big cities. Don’t be surprised to see parties, fancy costumes and Best house decorating contest (Yokosuka & Ikego Base Creepy Cruisin at Main Base parades celebrating Halloween. Here are a townhouse & Tower balconies) Halloween Drive-Thru few words and phrases to help get you in to DATE: Now through Oct. 29 DATE: Oct. 30, 6 - 8 p.m. the spirit. To participate in Yokosuka & Ikego’s Best Halloween For more information, call 252-1803 or 252-3930. Decorated House & Tower Balcony contest, please register “obake“ = ghost “kazari” = decoration online at MYFFR (https://myffr.navyaims.com/wbwsc/ Misawa “kowai hanashi”= scary story “Totemo kowai”= very scary jpnyokrec.wsc/wbsplash.html?wbp=1) now through Oct. 29. “noroi” = curse “Totemo” = very For more information please call at 241-4111. Trick or treating “chi”= blood “kowai” = scary DATE: Oct. 31 “ame” = candy “Kowaku nai” = not scary Atsugi *Only those with base access allowed to participate. Halloween pin decorating contest Dress the pin contest at Walmsley Bowling Center “Kyo wa Halloween desu.” = Today is Halloween. Now through Oct. 23 DATE: Now through Oct. 29 PIN SUBMISSION DATES: “kyo wa … desu” = Today is … Contest judging held Oct. 30. VOTING: Oct. 23 - 30 Oct. 31 PLACE: Atsugi Lanes Bowling WINNER ANNOUNCED: “Watashi wa Halloween paahty ni For more information, call Atsugi Lanes Bowling at 264-3790. Howl-O-Ween costume contest ikimasu.” = I am going to a Halloween DATE: Now through Oct. 29 party. Camp Zama & Dress up your furry friend in their best Halloween “ni ikimasu” = go to; “paahty” = party Sagamihara Housing Area costume and post a photo to the Misawa Pet Kennel Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/Misawa-Pet- “Kodomo wa trick-or-treating wo Trick or treating Kennel-346810928827985/) by Oct. 29. tanoshimi ni shiteimasu.”= The children Oct. 31, 6 to 9 p.m. (both Camp Zama and Sagamihara DATE: are looking forward to going trick-or- Family Housing Area) Spooktacular Fridays in October treating. *A closed-post event. Only SOFA personnel, MLC/IHA Mathlete vs. Athlete Oct. 23: “kodomo” = children; “tanoshimi ni shiteimasu.”= looking employees and anyone with ID access to the installations will Oct. 30: Any Halloween Costume forward to be allowed to participate. No guests or visitors. PLACE: Arts & Crafts Center - All participants must wear a mask over Halloween fest their mouth and nose, if their costume “Halloween no kaso wo shimasuka?” = Will you dress up Oct. 23, 5 - 8 p.m. isn’t already covering their face. DATE: for Halloween? $10 - Children and families must trick-or- COST: “kaso” = dress up Arts & Crafts Bundle treat in small groups while maintaining PLACE: social distance. Halloween story time “Watashi wa banpaiyah ni naru yotei - Those passing out candy must use hand sanitizer regularly, DATE: Oct. 27, 10:30 - 11 a.m. desu.” = I am going to be a vampire. wear a mask and gloves, and hand the candy out PLACE: Overstreet Memorial Library “ni naru yotei desu” = going to be; “banpaiyah” = vampire individually. Kids’ Halloween Bash - Households cannot leave a bowl of candy outside their Oct. 30, 6 - 9 p.m. door or on their porch with a “Please Take One” DATE: “Anata no costume wa kawaii desu.” = $25 par lane & shoe rental included sign. COST: Your costume is cute. Walmsley Bowling Center (More info: https://www.facebook.com/ PLACE: armymwrjapan/photos Halloween Buffet “Anata no costume wa kakkoii desu.” = /a.494923173901025/3452269301499716 DATE: Oct. 30, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Your costume is cool. and COST: Members $12.95, Non-Members $14.95, “kawaii” = cute; “kakkoii”= cool (or handsome) https://www.facebook. Ages 6-12 $6.95, Ages and under Free. com/armymwrjapan/photos PLACE: Misawa Club “Anatano ie no kazari wa totemo suteki desu.” = Your /a.494923173901025/3452269301499716 Halloween Party house’s decorations are very nice. “Anatano” = your; “ie” = house; “suteki” = nice Escape the lab DATE: Oct. 31 DATE: Oct. 29, 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. Doors open at 10 p.m. – Stripes Japan PLACE: Youth Center COST: Free Entry • Face Mask Required PLACE: Misawa Club • No Strollers Trunk or Treat • Please wear closed-toed shoes, long sleeve shirt and pants. Oct 31, 5 - 9 p.m. For more information, call Youth Center at +81 (46) 407- DATE: Free Admission 4500. COST: PLACE: Misawa Club Parking Lot SHA halloween run
DATE: Oct. 30, 5:30 p.m. Halloween Movie Time Pronunciation key: “A” is short (like “ah”); “E” is short (like “get”); “I” is short (like “it”); “O” is long Event start at 5:30 p.m., run starts at 6 p.m. DATE: Oct. 31, 1 p.m. (like “old”); “U” is long (like “tube”); and “AI” is a long “I” (like “hike”). Most words are pronounced with equal emphasis on each syllable, but “OU” is a long “O” with emphasis on that syllable. HALLOWEEN COSTUMES ENCOURAGED! PLACE: Overstreet Memorial Library 4 STRIPES JAPAN A STARS AND STRIPES COMMUNITY PUBLICATION 75 YEARS IN THE PACIFIC OCTOBER 23 − OCTOBER 29, 2020 Photos courtesy of Live Japan Go To Travel explained How to enjoy a trip in Japan at up to 50% OFF!
Editor’s Note: These are uncertain times and this article mentions places to visit in Tokyo, which is currently off-limits. The Go To Travel campaign includes many locations outside of Tokyo, so please plan ahead if and when you decide to travel. Follow safety guidelines set by your base and always remember to practice proper hand-washing and social distancing.
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apan’s Go To Travel Campaign, a Japanese government subsidy- backed tourism program, is under way! But what is this cam- J paign all about, who can benefit from it, and how do inter- Shirahige Shrine’s temple gate float- ested ones apply for the subsidies? ing atop Lake Biwa in Shiga. Also, how long will the Go To Travel Campaign last, and can someone use it to travel overseas and back? What are the differ- ences between phases one and two of the campaign? Here we’ll provide some answers and clear up any doubts for you! In case you didn’t already know, you can definitely apply for these subsidies through websites that support English, too! Ginzan Onsen at Yamagata.
place of accommodation, they were required to apply is 100,000 yen (including transportation, accommoda- What does the Go To for this reimbursement manually. tions, etc.) Travel campaign cover? In the second phase, travelers will be reimbursed 50% of travel costs (up to 20,000 yen per night’s stay), and vouchers that can be used throughout the region will be issued as well. There is also no need to manu- Let’s first properly define what Go To Travel is. This ally apply for the subsidies anymore. is a program introduced by the Japanese government to (* Please note that the above maximum amount and revive tourism-related spending ivn domestic regions usage restrictions may differ depending on the travel and restore travel demand, which has understandably site you are applying through.) plunged significantly since the start of the pandemic. The first phase of this program provided travel subsi- dies that covered the period between July 22, 2020 to September 1, 2020, both dates inclusive. How much is the Go The next phase will begin in October 1 and this time, it includes Tokyo City as well. The metropolis was pre- To Travel campaign viously not covered in the first phase, so its inclusion discount? in the second phase is a hot topic for discussion among If your total cost for a two-day three-night tour potential travelers. comes up to 100,000 yen, because each night’s stay Without further ado, let’s take a look at what phase qualifies you for a subsidy of up to 20,000 yen per two can do for you! We know it’s not easy to figure out the exact amount of subsidies you can receive, so here are some exam- night, your subsidy will be 40,000 yen, of which ples for you to refer to. 70% (28,000 yen) will be a direct discount, and 30% n GO TO TRAVEL CAMPAIGN PERIOD (PHASE 2): (12,000 yen) will be reimbursed in the form of gen- Trips starting from Thursday, October 1, 2020 n n eral vouchers. You’ll be paying 72,000 yen (100,000 SUBSIDY: EXAMPLE 1: Travel or accommodation cost is 20,000 yen Half of the accommodations or day trip costs for do- yen minus 28,000 yen) of the total bill. mestic trips (including tour groups), 70% of which is a (* Please note that the above amount may vary de straight discount for trip costs and 30% in the form of pending on the travel site you apply for.) general vouchers to be used at the destination. n SUBSIDY CAP: Capped at 20,000 yen per person per night’s stay. For How to use the Go To day trips, the cap is 10,000 yen per trip. n USAGE LIMITS: Travel campaign No limits to number of usage times or amount of consecutive days. For example, if your trip includes a 2-night stay, the cap will then be 20,000 yen x 2 nights There is no need to make a special application to = 40,000 yen. qualify for the discounts and vouchers. That’s right, n APPLICABLE TRAVEL PRODUCTS: not even if you’re a foreigner residing in Japan! Trips with overnight stays Simply ensure that you’re buying your travel plans (1) Accommodations + transportation from tour agencies or accommodations that are of- If your travel or accommodation costs come up to (2) Accommodations only ficially registered with the Go To Travel campaign. 20,000 yen, the subsidy will be 50% of that - i.e., 10,000 (3) Quasi-accommodations such as cruise ships, night As previously explained, the discount is automati- yen. ferries, or sleeper trains (excluding tickets cally applied, and you only need to pay the rest of the considered seats-only) amount to the travel agency or accommodations facil- This amount will be split into a cash discount (70% of Day trips ity. subsidy, or 7,000 yen) and general vouchers (30% of Round trip transportation + food or sightseeing costs n at the destination subsidy, or 3,000 yen). IN SUMMARY: n APPLICABLE PERSONS: IMPORTANT NOTE: What this means specifically is that 1) Reserve or buy from a registered tour Residents of Japan, including service members and the discount on your travel cost is 7,000 yen in all, so agency/travel site other foreigners residing in Japan. you’ll be paying 13,000 yen in the end. 2) Make a reservation directly with registered accommodations providers In phase one, which covered the period between It doesn’t mean your travel cost is given a 50% flat-rate n ENGLISH WEBSITES SUPPORTING GO TO TRAVEL July 22 to August 31, travelers were reimbursed 35% discount of 10,000 yen. Something to keep in mind! • Booking.com of their accommodations or day trip costs. For those https://www.booking.com/gototravel. who made a reservation or payment directly with the n EXAMPLE 2: Travel costs for a three-day two-night tour html?aid=1725679 OCTOBER 23 − OCTOBER 29, 2020 A STARS AND STRIPES COMMUNITY PUBLICATION 75 YEARS IN THE PACIFIC STRIPES JAPAN 5
• Nippon Travel Agency What is the “top-up” inns during your city tour for a full cultural immersion! https://www.ntainbound.com/ n CYASHITSU RYOKAN ASAKUSA go_to_travel_campaign/ subsidy that was ADDRESS: 3-32-12 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo, 111-0032 n TRAVEL/BUS COMPANY WEBSITES SUPPORTING GO announced by Tokyo City? NEAREST STATION: Asakusa Station TO TRAVEL (JAPANESE LANGUAGE-ONLY) TEL: 03-5808-9021 • JTB VACANCY SEARCH, RESERVATION BOOKING.COM https://www.jtb.co.jp/kokunai/goto/ from 22,800JPY(1room, 2adults) • HIS On September 24, Tokyo City and Go To Travel joint- https://www.his-j.com/kokunai/campaign/goto/ ly announced that there will be a top-up subsidy of 5,000 n RYOKAN ASAKUSA SHIGETSU • Rakuten Travel yen per person per night’s stay, or 2,500 yen for day trips ADDRESS: 1-31-11 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo, 111-0032 https://travel.rakuten.co.jp/special/goto/ for Tokyo residents purchasing accommodation plans or NEAREST STATION: Asakusa Station (Tokyo Metro • Hato Bus day trip tours within the metropolitan area, including Ginza Line / Toei Asakusa Line / Tobu Isesaki Line https://www.hatobus.co.jp/ Tokyo Islands. (Tobu Sky Tree Line) / Tsukuba Express) Once this policy is implemented, it gives city travel- VACANCY SEARCH, RESERVATION BOOKING.COM ers an enhanced subsidy of up to 25,000 per night’s stay, from 17,000JPY(1room, 2adults) including the 20,000 yen subsidy already being given How do I use the Go To out by the Go To Travel campaign. Resort-like accommodation facilities Travel vouchers at my This is exciting news for Tokyo residents who have in the Tokyo suburbs destination? been waiting for their turn since phase one! Although Surround yourself with nature or gaze at the calm details are still being ironed out, the subsidy will most waves of the sea in one of these condominiums or cot- probably apply to accommodation plans, day trip tours, tages that are great for workations! and other travel products being sold by travel agencies We’ve talked about how 30% of the subsidy will be or accommodation facilities from late October onwards. n ZAIMOKUZA SEASONS in the form of general vouchers to be used at the des- ADDRESS: 5-8-25 Zaimokuza, Kamakura-shi, tination, but how exactly does it work? Kanagawa Pref., 248-0013 Go To Travel - and enjoy NEAREST STATION: Kamakura Station n VOUCHER AMOUNT: 30% of subsidy, or 15% of total Japan’s hotels and TEL: 04-6791-9216 travel costs, rounded off to the nearest thousand yen. VACANCY SEARCH, RESERVATION BOOKING.COM For example, if the amount is 500 yen or above, you’ll traditional inns! from 18,000JPY(1room, 2adults) be issued a 1,000 yen voucher. n USAGE PERIOD: Only during your trip. n SHIRAHAMA OCEAN RESORT n USAGE AREAS: Your destination prefecture and city + ADDRESS: 2784 Shirahama, Shirahamacho, adjacent prefectures and cities Since Tokyo City is giving out extra subsidies to its Minamiboso-shi, Chiba Pref., 295-0102 n APPLICABLE SHOPS: Shops and facilities registered residents, this is an excellent chance for those who qual- TEL: 04-7038-2511 with the Go To Travel Bureau (souvenir shops, eater- ify to give that luxury hotel or traditional Japanese inn VACANCY SEARCH, RESERVATION BOOKING.COM ies, sightseeing facilities, taxi or transport services, they normally wouldn’t be keen to cough up so much from 7,700JPY(1room, 2adults) rental cars, etc.) dough for a go. n VOUCHER TYPES: You’ll either receive paper or digital Another thing to try, even though this won’t qualify vouchers, depending on your trip destination. Gen- for the city’s extra subsidies, is to book a condominium Make your trip erally, you’ll receive paper vouchers if you purchase or other lodgings in the Tokyo suburbs for a workation. your trip through travel companies with retail stores It’s been known to do wonders for productivity! memorable in a good or reserve a room at an accommodations facility. If way by following the new you make your reservation online, the type of vouch- Save on these luxury hotels! ers you receive will depend on the service provider traveling etiquette Spend your special days like Christmas or New Year’s you made the reservation with. Day in a special hotel! Combine your vouchers with the Note that no change will be given back for either Go To EAT Campaign and you’ll have a splendid dinner types of vouchers, even if what you buy does not make covered as well. With the new normal slowly entering everyone’s life, up the voucher’s full stated amount. don’t forget to follow the new traveling etiquette as well n SHINAGAWA PRINCE HOTEL by wearing a mask at all times outside and refraining ADDRESS: 4-10-30 Takanawa, Minato-ku, Tokyo, from making conversation in enclosed spaces like trains 108-8611 and vehicles. Vigilance is key! Sticking to the new eti- Other important things NEAREST STATION: Shinagawa Station (Tokaido quette will allow you and your companions to enjoy your to remember about Shinkansen Line / JR Tokaido Main Line / JR subsidized trip with greater peace of mind. Go To Travel Yokosuka Line / JR Keihin-Tohoku Line / JR The Go To Eat Campaign will also be launched dur- Yamanote Line / JR Ueno Tokyo Line / Keikyu Main ing the same period, and we’ve prepared an article that Line) answers burning questions about how foreigners resid- VACANCY SEARCH, RESERVATION BOOKING.COM ing in Japan can take advantage of the benefits being There are a couple of other important things to re- from 14,500JPY (1room, 2adults) offered here as well. Don’t forget to take a peek! member: n SEQUENCE MIYASHITA PARK / SHIBUYA 1. Airplane tickets from overseas to Japan or vice versa ADDRESS: MIYASHITA PARK North, 6-20-10 Jingumae, Go To Eat campaign in are not a part of this program. Shibuy-ku, Tokyo, 150-0001 English: A complete guide for 2. Currently, the tentative end-date for the program is NEAREST STATION: Shibuya Station foreign residents in Japan January 31, 2021 (checkout by February 1 for those TEL: 03-5468-6131 who reserved accommodations). VACANCY SEARCH, RESERVATION BOOKING.COM However, this date is subject to change by the govern- from 11,868JPY (1room, 2adults) ment, depending on the speed in which the budget Go To Travel bureau official allotted for the program is used up. Traditional Japanese ryokan inns to homepage put on your bucket list If the budget is used up at a faster pace than an- For busy folks who can’t seem to find the time to go ticipated, there’s a high chance the program will be out for a trip, there’s always the option of enjoying the *This information is from the time of this article’s publication. ended before January 31, so make your reservations authentic Japanese experience right within Tokyo City *Prices and options mentioned are subject to change. quickly to avoid losing out! itself. Stay at one of these conveniently located Japanese *Unless stated otherwise, all prices include tax
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The “Go To Eat” campaign that kicked off Oct. 1, 2020 to help boost the Japanese economy during the coronavirus pandemic, provides a 25% discount at participating eateries. Photos by Aaron Kidd, Stars and Stripes Troops eligible for
10:30 5:30 ‘Go To Eat’ discounts BY SETH ROBSON AND having to provide official Japa- HANA KUSUMOTO, nese identification, a require- STARS AND STRIPES ment when the campaign began Published: October 14, 2020 in spring. TOKYO — U.S. troops and their Online travel website book- families can eat for less at off- ing.com, for example, displays base restaurants thanks to Japa- a “Go To” logo on listings for nese government efforts to boost hotels offering the discounts. the economy amid the coronavi- The website lists the Forest Inn rus pandemic. Showakan in Akishima, near The “Go To Eat” campaign Yokota Air Base in western To- that kicked off Oct. 1 provides kyo, which is offering rooms dis- a 25% discount at participating counted from 27,000 yen ($256) eateries. to 17,550 yen ($167) this month. To take advantage of the A room at the Hilton Niseko Vil- lage on Hokkaido, also adver- DO YOU HAVE A STORY TO SHARE? deals, diners may buy up to tised on the website, is marked IF SO, LOG ON TO 20,000 yen ($190) in coupons at down from 28,889 yen ($274) to a time, either online or at con- 18,778 yen ($178). venience stores, according to The travel savings have been Japan’s Ministry a hot topic on local STRIPESJAPAN.COM of Agriculture, For- EXCLUSIVE NEWS FROM: military social me- estry and Fisheries. dia pages, according Diners can earn to Air Force spouse points that provide Brittnie Lyons, who discounts on future was shopping at Yokota. meals when making reserva- “We love to travel around Ja- tions through a variety of web- pan but sometimes it gets a little sites, including Tabelog.com and unaffordable,” she said. Gurunavi.com, according to the Since arriving in Tokyo 18 ministry website. However, Jap- months ago, her family has been anese language skills will likely to Nikko and Nagano, which are be required. both popular with tourists. Diners can earn points or pur- Discounts at local restaurants chase meal coupons until the are a bonus, Lyons said. end of January. The deadline to “We eat out all the time,” use the points is March 31. she said. “We eat every kind of Meanwhile, Japan’s “Go To” Japanese food we come across. travel campaign, which offers There’s not a lot of local food that discounts on hotels, transport I’ve tried that I haven’t liked.” and tourism activities, was re- [email protected] cently extended nationwide and Twitter: @SethRobson1 to allow U.S. military personnel [email protected] to take advantage of it without Twitter: @HanaKusumoto OCTOBER 23 − OCTOBER 29, 2020 A STARS AND STRIPES COMMUNITY PUBLICATION 75 YEARS IN THE PACIFIC STRIPES JAPAN 7
Canopied paths and lush green views await EXCLUSIVE NEWS FROM: visitors atop Mount Mitake.
A day trip to Mount Mitake near Yokota STORY AND PHOTOS BY ERICA EARL, transit cards. story, Imperial Prince Yamata Takeru was saved by STARS AND STRIPES I suggest sitting toward the back of the car facing a large, mysterious white wolf while battling an evil October 1, 2020 outward to get the most of the sweeping views, as the spiritual entity. sides and back of the train offer more of a sightseeing Mount Mitake’s dedication to wolves is curious, s you make your way on a hilly trail canopied opportunity than the very small window to the tracks at however, because it was allegedly established before by greenery, you come across a small village. the front of the train. the legend of Takeru’s otherworldly acts of heroism. After a traditional Japanese tea, the winding A Much of the appeal of the winding, meandering In addition to the stunning red and gold Musashi Mi- path leads you to a beautiful staircase to a scene of stat- 1 ½-mile hike from the train station to Musashi Mitake take is the Ubuyasusha, a humble yet beautiful wooden ues, vibrant architecture and misty mountain views. shrine believed to bring health, ease and happiness to While it might sound like a dreamscape, this outing Shrine is the whimsical sensation of feeling like you are walking somewhere untouched and unexplored by families raising a child. is an easily accessible day trip in the Okutama region, After paying respect to the shrines and appreciat- just one hour away from Yokota Air Base in western outsiders rather than on a pre-determined path. In addition to the natural beauty, the mountain and ing the views from the mountaintop, visitors can rest Tokyo, and tends to be less crowded than the popular and meditate in the rock garden on the back side of the its shrine have historical and spiritual significance. Mount Takao. mountain before making the trip back down. About two-thirds of the way to the shrine, the trail Mount Mitake, one of the many highlights of the On the trip, keep an eye out for Japanese giant flying leads through a small, two-street village. The homes Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park, features a railway squirrels, although a sighting is rare. I was not fortu- in the village and on the path to the peak of Mitake and hiking path that takes visitors on a journey through nate enough to see one in the flesh and had to settle for a tranquil forest, a charming small village and a shrine. are mostly occupied by Shinto priest families who are painted and carved depictions of them in the village A trip to Mount Mitake can easily be made into a caretakers for the park and shrine. Since the Edo pe- shops. full-day visit, starting with the funicular up the steep riod, locals have considered the hike up Mount Mitake While the shrines are said to nourish the soul, there incline. to be a sacred pilgrimage. are several options on Mount Mitake for nourishing the The Mitake Tozan Railway costs 1,130 yen, about The shrine and spaces around it boast a variety of body. On the sojourn to the summit, it is recommended $10.75, for a round-trip ticket and takes six minutes to wolf statues, making it a popular spot for visitors to to stop in one of the tea or noodle shops in the village. make its way to the base of the trail. Visitors can pur- bring their dogs. The appearances of wolves around [email protected] chase tickets with either cash or their Suica or PASMO shrines dates to a legend from year A.D. 150. In the Twitter: @ThisEarlGirl
The shrines on Mount Mitake have Musashi Mitake Shrine on Mount been known in Japanese lore as spirtual Mitake is intricate in design and pilgrimage sites since the Edo period. features depictions of wolves in its details.
Visitors can shop and eat at the small village that sits along the journey to the top of Mount Mitake.
Visitors can write on planks of wood either their prayers and wishes or their grievances they would like to leave behind. DIRECTIONS: About an hour by car from Yokota Air Base in western VIEW VIDEO Tokyo. Google Plus code: Q4MX+5R Ome, Tokyo TIMES: Open daily, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. COSTS: About $10.75 for roundtrip adult ticket, $5.40 for a roundtrip child ticket (school-age children), and $2.50 for a roundtrip pet ticket FOOD: Tea shops and noodle shops are available in the village toward the top of Mount Mitake. Shops at the train station at the base of the trail offer snack options. Visitors to Mount Mitake can take a six- PHONE: 0428-78-9363 minute funicular ride to reach the hiking trail. 8 STRIPES JAPAN A STARS AND STRIPES COMMUNITY PUBLICATION 75 YEARS IN THE PACIFIC OCTOBER 23 − OCTOBER 29, 2020
Chiba pref. Tateyama CITY
C ama ITY ey t a T Tateyama Peaceful city with a great panoramic view of Tokyo’s gulf
STORY AND PHOTOS BY TAKAHIRO TAKIGUCHI, Fuji this time, unfortunately. STRIPES JAPAN The castle itself is the traditional tower style you may have seen in your travels around the country. This isn’t the original building as it was demol- ateyama, on Boso (Chiba) Peninsula’s south end, is a beautiful cas- ished in 1614, only 34 years after it was built by the Satomi Clan. Its lord, tle city and a great one-day sightseeing attraction if you’re visiting Satomi Tadayoshi was relocated, to the western part of Japan, when his fa- T from Yokosuka Naval Base. ther-in-law Okubo Tadachika, a powerful direct subordinate of the Shogun, Only a 90-minute trip, including a 30-minute ferry boat ride across the fell out of favor and was banished along with Satomi and other relatives. bay, will get you to this relaxed area with scenic coastlines, sprawling In 1982, this replica of the four-storied and three-layered castle was built. beaches and lush greenery. After admiring the architecture of the replica castle, we took We drove through Tateyama and visited some of the nearby tourist at- a stroll around the well-manicured traditional Japanese garden, tractions. Tateyama City teahouse, souvenir shop, children’s athletic field and park on the surrounding grounds. URL: tateyamacity.com/en/ (Tateyama Replica castle City Tourist Association) Tateyama Castle is known as a landmark of its surrounding city. It sits Shinto shrine TEL: 0470-22-2000 atop a mountain and can be seen from anywhere in the city. We arrived at the castle park’s parking lot and were greeted by city em- Our next stop was Tsurugaya Hachimangu, the main Shinto ployees disguised as ninja ready to take visitors aboard a black shuttle van shrine in the Southern Chiba region. up to the castle entrance free of charge. The huge stone torii gate and a wide, long approach to the main As soon as our ninja shuttle dropped us off at the top of the mountain, shrine was amazing. The old, wooden main shrine was elaborate- the view took our breath away. From here we could see the whole city, Tat- ly decorated with tiny dragon and tiger sculptures. Since its foundation in eyama Port and the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force’s air facility 717, the shrine was venerated by various feudal lords of the Minamoto and against the backdrop of Tokyo Gulf littered with ships and boats Satomi Clans throughout the medieval era. sailing in different directions. This view was spectacular, but Make sure to stop at the bee farm you’ll find next to the large torii gate. not as spectacular as it could’ve been had there Hifumi Yohoen has been around for 70 years and features nanohana honey. been no fog — this location is nominated The shopkeeper gave us a sample, convincing us that we could not leave as one of 100 best Mt. Fuji viewing without our own bottle of this bright golden honey with a unique and fresh spots. We didn’t get to see flavor for 1,650 yen (about $14).
DAIFUKUJI TEMPLE KANNONDO (GAKEKANNON) LOCATION: 835 Funagata, Tateyama City, Chiba Pref. Hifumi Bee Farm HOURS: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. LOCATION: 515 Hachiman, Tateyama City, Chiba Pref. URL: www.gakekannon.jp/ URL: 123-832.com/nanohana TEL: 0470-27-2247 TEL: 0470-22-4010 OCTOBER 23 − OCTOBER 29, 2020 A STARS AND STRIPES COMMUNITY PUBLICATION 75 YEARS IN THE PACIFIC STRIPES JAPAN 9
Tsurugaya Hachiman Shrine LOCATION: 68 Hachiman, Tateyama City, Chiba Pref. URL: tsurugaya-hachimangu.org/ Tateyama TEL: 0470-22-1258 Peaceful city with a great panoramic view of Tokyo’s gulf
Fuji this time, unfortunately. Scenic sunset drive The castle itself is the traditional tower style you may have seen in your travels around the country. This isn’t the original building as it was demol- As we drove along the main street of Tateyama City, we passed the ished in 1614, only 34 years after it was built by the Satomi Clan. Its lord, JR station, which has an eye-catching orange tile roof, white walls Satomi Tadayoshi was relocated, to the western part of Japan, when his fa- and large windows. This, coupled with tall palm trees lining the front, ther-in-law Okubo Tadachika, a powerful direct subordinate of the Shogun, gave it the air of a Spanish castle or church rather than a train station. fell out of favor and was banished along with Satomi and other relatives. Tateyama Bay near the station offered us a pleasant drive. We en- In 1982, this replica of the four-storied and three-layered castle was built. joyed the beautiful sunset made up of bright orange reflection on the After admiring the architecture of the replica castle, we took sea and silhouettes of ships and boats against the backdrop a stroll around the well-manicured traditional Japanese garden, of Miura Peninsula. It was just a calm and peaceful view. The teahouse, souvenir shop, children’s athletic field and park on the changing colors of the sea and sky drew us to pull over along surrounding grounds. the road several times to catch the perfect photo. Off in the distance we could see Daifukuji Temple, also Shinto shrine known as cliff temple, looking like it was floating mid-bay — an Our next stop was Tsurugaya Hachimangu, the main Shinto View Video! optical illusion. We arrived after it was closed, but if you’re shrine in the Southern Chiba region. here before 4:30 p.m., check out its 11-headed Kannon, the The huge stone torii gate and a wide, long approach to the main Goddess of Mercy, carved directly into the cliff. An offering shrine was amazing. The old, wooden main shrine was elaborate- for sea safety, this statue dates back to 717 A.D., when a Buddhist ly decorated with tiny dragon and tiger sculptures. Since its foundation in monk Gyoki visited the cliff to carve it. As the temple is also known for a 717, the shrine was venerated by various feudal lords of the Minamoto and great spot to view the gulf, we decided to come back to check out both the Satomi Clans throughout the medieval era. great landscape and historical carved statue someday soon. Make sure to stop at the bee farm you’ll find next to the large torii gate. Our trip to the area ended on a peaceful note as we saw the sun disappear Hifumi Yohoen has been around for 70 years and features nanohana honey. into the distance over the waters of Tokyo Gulf. There is so much to discover The shopkeeper gave us a sample, convincing us that we could not leave on this side of the gulf and we are already planning our return to see what without our own bottle of this bright golden honey with a unique and fresh more Tateyama will enchant us with. flavor for 1,650 yen (about $14). [email protected]
Tateyama Castle LOCATION: 362 Tateyama, Tateyama City, Chiba Pref. HOURS: Tue – Sun, 9 a.m. – 4:45 p.m. *The shuttle van service is available 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. every weekend. ADMISSION: adult 400 yen; elementary, middle and high schoolers 200 yen URL: www.tsukahara-li.co.jp/tateyama/ TEL: 0470-23-2164 10 STRIPES JAPAN A STARS AND STRIPES COMMUNITY PUBLICATION 75 YEARS IN THE PACIFIC OCTOBER 23 − OCTOBER 29, 2020
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or nearly six months, my wife and I have stuck close to home to avoid COVID-19. As the number of infections slowly starts to de- File photo F cline and restrictions on travel are lifted, we embarked on a daytrip to nearby Nagano Prefecture for a change of scenery, to stretch our legs, View Video take a fresh breath of air and recharge. Kiso Valley is about a 3.5-hour drive from our home in Yokosuka City, near the U.S. naval base. Here, you will find beautiful landscapes, including the majestic Japanese Alps, clean rivers and impressive villages where old tradi- tional buildings, homes, temples and shrines await. Seeking to take advantage of a full day in Nagano, we hit the road at around 3 a.m. to avoid traffic and enjoy a pleasant, stress- free drive. Our first peek at Kiso Valley was of the crystal-clear Kiso River, impressive mountains and bright greenery illuminated by the early morning sun. We could not contain our excitement Though Nagano Prefecture and opened the car windows to take in the fresh mountain air. lifted its COVID-19 warning, Our first stop was Kisomura, a rest stop with a sizeable shop- e to the local government still en- n driv ping area, for a quick break. Here, mvisitors can buy virtually courages the residents and utu Misawa a any local product Kiso Valley is known for. Pick up local veg- visitors to follow the basic An prevention guidelines, such etables, honey, sweets, sake and noodles, or even wooden and as keeping social distanc- ceramic crafts. We left Kisomura with fresh vegetables and alley honey before heading to a local tourist attraction, Naraijuku.o V ing, wearing facemasks in ’s Kis crowded locations and wash- an apNaraijuku is an old station town on the old Nakasendo ing hands. J Highway which connected Tokyo and Kyoto in the Edo Era (1603-1867). This town offers many elegant wooden houses Michinoeki Nagano Pref. (Road Station) Yokota and roads in their original condition perfect for photos and a trip to “old Japan.” Kisomura Yokosuka (Japanese) Iwakuni Camp Fuji With our car parked safely at a public parking lot near JR Narai Station, my wife and I took in this quaint village. Though Location: 163-1 Yabuhara, Kisomura, Kiso- many of the shops and restaurants were still closed, we en- gun, Nagano Prefecture (a 3.5-hour drive Sasebo joyed the quiet walk with no crowds. At the edge of town, we from Yokosuka Naval Base) reached Shizume Jinja, a Shinto shrine that enshrines a god Tel: 0264-36-1050 of warding off evil and epidemic, a fitting place to go pray for the end of the current global pandemic. OCTOBER 23 − OCTOBER 29, 2020 A STARS AND STRIPES COMMUNITY PUBLICATION 75 YEARS IN THE PACIFIC STRIPES JAPAN 11
Location (Naraijuku Tourist Center): 497-3 Narai, Shiojiri City, Nagano Prefecture (a 10-minute drive from Road Station Kisomura) Tel: 0264-24-0024 (Japanese)
Naraijuku
The next location on our list was Nezame no Toko, known as one of the five most beautiful valleys in Ja- pan. There, from Rinsenzenji, a Buddhist temple, we were given a breathtaking view of the valley with its countless white rock formations, the deep turquoise water of the Kiso River and the thick green forest. We walked from the temple to the bottom of the val- ley down a long rock stairway. Along the way, we saw a small temple on one of the large white rocks and en- joyed the view from the river for a while.
It was already 2 p.m. and time for lunch, so we made our way to Kisofukushima Town for the region’s favor- ite soba noodles. Nagano Prefecture is famous for buck- wheat production, which also means tasty soba! Location: 1704 Agematsu, Among numerous soba joints scattered in the Kiso Agematsu Town, Kiso- area, Kurumaya is known as one of the best, and its gun, Nagano Prefecture unique flavor and texture of well-grounded buckwheat (a 40-minute drive from noodles attracts soba noodle enthusiasts from all over. Naraijuku) Upon entering Kurumaya, we disinfected our hands, Tel: 0264-52-1133 then were seated at a tatami floor table away from oth- Nezame-no-toko er patrons as the restaurant followed social distancing measures. We ordered zaru soba (cold buckwheat noo- dle) for 1,220 yen (about $11.50) and tempura soba for 1,880 yen. (Japanese) The soba noodle at Kurumaya literally charmed me with the pleasant aroma, perfect chew, and sweet and After lunch, we walked within the small town of Kisofu- smooth flavor. The shrimp and vegetable tempura were kushima along the Kiso River. The town had a sort of 1970s hot and crispy and went well with the high-grade buck- nostalgic feel to it and, again, no crowds so we could breathe wheat noodles and broth. Even my wife was impressed. comfortably and enjoy our stroll. “It was one of the most delicious soba noodles I’ve ever We breathed in the mountain air as much as we could, sampled,” she said. thankful to be out after six months of staying in. Then, we hopped in our car for the long trip home at around 4 p.m. tumn drive to n au Location: 5367-2 Fukushima, Kiso A Town, Kiso-gun, Nagano Pre- fecture (a 15-minute drive from lley Nezame-no-toko) iso Va Kurumaya (Japanese noodle joint) an’s K Hours: 11 a.m. – (close when noo- Jap dles run out) Tel: 0264-22-2200 (Japanese) Michinoeki (Road Station) Kisomura Though the drive back was a little longer, there was no traffic and the mountain air kept us feeling refreshed and energized until we got home. Kiso Valley is beautiful and the perfect place to shake the cabin fever, even for a few hours. It’s definitely a place you’ll enjoy as the leaves start to turn and the fall season picks up in Japan. Add it to your list, you won’t regret it! [email protected] 12 STRIPES JAPAN A STARS AND STRIPES COMMUNITY PUBLICATION 75 YEARS IN THE PACIFIC OCTOBER 23 − OCTOBER 29, 2020
Photos by Yoshihito Morita, Stripes Japan
Enjoying autumn in Oirase
BY TAKAHIRO TAKIGUCHI, STRIPES JAPAN MISAWA AB
ith superb scenic OIRASE views made up of pris- STREAM W tine forest in autumn colors and crystal-clear waters, the Oirase Mountain Stream is known as one of the most beauti- If you do choose to hike along ful areas in Japan. It is especial- the stream, there are buses that run alongside that are available ly famous for its brilliant shades should the weather turn. of red, yellow and orange around Despite its location in the pris- late October through early No- tine forest of white cedar, beech vember. and maple trees, well-paved You’ll find this picture-perfect roads run along the stream. The fall location in the central moun- smooth ride went along well tainous region of Aomori Pref., with the picturesque mountain about a one-hour drive from Mi- stream of greenish water and sawa AB. white splashing in the forest of Although the Towada Tour- gorgeous autumn colors. ist’s Bureau suggests taking on a Getting out to enjoy the 4 to 5 hour of hike long the 8-mile change of the seasons and the gorge to get the best views of the relaxing sounds of the water stream, you can also enjoy it sound like a great way to spend with a drive (which is also easier a nice fall day. on the knees!). [email protected]
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Novel bowl of miso curry milk ramen in Aomori City
STORY AND PHOTOS BY TOM ROSEVEARE, JAPAN TRAVEL
erving up one of Aomori’s more modern soul foods, S Aji no Sapporo Onishi of- fers up a unique ramen dish un- like any other – Miso Curry Milk Ramen. There’s no mistaking what’s in the bowl really – the miso base com- bines with curry and milk to provide a unique blend. The Hokkaido influences are quick to see: curl y, egg noodles pro- vide a good bite and the slab of butter slowly melts into the bowl, adding extra complexity to the flavour. Pork slices, wakame seaweed and bamboo shoots complete the experience. It’s an instantly memorable bowl – and perfectly suited to the colder months which Aomori Bay sees from early autumn. The setup here is very much local shokudo/canteen-style, with 700 GETTING THERE yenCurry a bargain for such a well-known dish in the Ramenlocal community, loved by locals and Aomori Onishi’s is an 8 minute walk to the visitors alike. south-east of Aomori Station. 14 STRIPES JAPAN A STARS AND STRIPES COMMUNITY PUBLICATION 75 YEARS IN THE PACIFIC OCTOBER 23 − OCTOBER 29, 2020 n’t go t Ca o Disney? Bring the magic of Disney churros to your kitchen
STORY AND PHOTOS BY SHOJI KUDAKA, STRIPES JAPAN
arlier this year in March, as COVID-19 made its sweep across the world, Disney closed all E of its theme parks. When, one month later, it was decided the parks would remain closed longer than anticipated, Disney decided to share with its loyal fans the recipe to a crowd favorite a— churros. cooking and enjoying the treat, which moti- The recipe was a hit among YouTubers and food vated me to give it a try for myself. bloggers trying to bring a little taste of Disney back It’s been a summer of instant noodles and donuts, into their lives during quarantine. so this didn’t seem like a smart choice for me, but one Six months have passed since then and some of bite in and I am so glad I went for it. Disney’s theme parks have reopened. Though the The recipe seemed simple and easy to follow. I visited a park was in early 2000s, not to mention how company removed the churro recipe from their own struggled a little bit with using a pastry bag. Some of I am not crazy about how they’ve handled the Star website, like everything shared online, this recipe, my Disney Churros ended up taking on weird shapes, Wars franchise —, I do give them credit for this awe- too, has taken a life of its own out of reach from Dis- looking more like A&W’s super fries than churros. some recipe and their tasty churros. ney’s grasp. They were so delicious; I could hardly stop eating These churros were so good, in fact, that I may be I missed the initial Disney Churro craze but came them. inclined to give the Toy Story and Lion King movies across a video for it on YouTube recently. The vid- And, while I may not be a Disney fan— the last a chance. eo featured folks wearing Mickey Mouse ears while movie I watched was Aladdin in 1992, the last time I [email protected]
Ingredients 3 Add eggs in one at a time as you knead the dough. 7 Fry until golden brown, then transfer onto the plate with n 240 cc water n 150g all-purpose flour the paper towels. n 120 cc butter n 3 eggs n 1.25 cc salt n 360 cc vegetable or canola oil n 3.75 cc cinnamon n 100 g sugar
Recipe
Pour water in a pot over medium heat and add in butter, salt, 1 half of the cinnamon (1.25 cc). Place the dough in a pastry bag with a star-shaped piping 4 tip. Prepare a plate with paper towels to place fried churros 8 Mix sugar and cinnamon (2.5cc) in a bowl. cool and drain excess oil.
5 Pour oil into a frying pan or another pot over medium to high heat until the oil reaches about 170℃ (338°F).
After the churros have cooled and strained excess oil place 9 into the sugar-cinnamon mix and coat.
When the oil reaches the temperature required, squeeze 6 dough into the oil in 2.5 cm-long portions.
Change the medium heat to low. 2 Add all-purpose flour and mix it until the dough begins to 10 After this, your churros are ready to devour. Bon appetite! form. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool for 5 to 7 minutes.
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