Okinawa
Isotope test reveals WWII remains found on Okinawa are likely American
Japanese scientists using an improved method of analysis recently identified a third set of remains as likely those of an American service member who fought on Okinawa during World War II.
Candidates opposed to US military transfers lose in Okinawa, Iwakuni
Mayors committed to U.S. military base realignment plans in Okinawa and Iwakuni each won re-election this past weekend, giving the Japanese government a political boost against those opposed to the moves.
Geocaching catches on in Japan, Okinawa
When Air Force Tech. Sgt. Robert Slagle first heard about geocaching — a high-tech treasure hunt using GPS technology — he was a bit skeptical.
Evacuations ordered at Misawa, Okinawa bases amid tsunami fears
U.S. military commanders on Okinawa ordered a limited evacuation of coastal areas for all DOD personnel shortly after 1 p.m. Sunday, and Japanese officials ordered the evacuation of more than 4,000 people living along the coastline near Misawa Air Base in mainland Japan.
Get knee deep at beaches near installations
For U.S. troops stationed in Japan and on Okinawa, options for a trip to the beach vary greatly based on duty station.
What’s harder than a 3-point turn? Renewing a driver’s license while overseas
What’s harder than a 3-point turn? Renewing a driver’s license while overseas
Pacific exchanges hit or miss for popular toys
A lot of children on U.S. bases across the Pacific could wake up Christmas morning to some of the hottest selling toys in America.