I know the PCS to Okinawa can seem daunting at first, but I’m here to tell you that it’s a total dream + worth all the hassle. I can’t brag enough on how amazing this assignment is + I hope anyone who is scared has an open mind to the positives this move will bring to your life. This little island will steal your heart so watch out, you may never want to go back home.
Things to know about Kadena Air Force Base
I am a chopstick pro! I looked down one evening + realized I was eating a salad with chopsticks. A SALAD! I have also fallen in love with the bountiful farmers markets here. I recommend the Eat Okinawa book to newcomers because it has numerous farmers market on the island as well as their location, phone numbers, hours of operation + a brief description on what they sell.
-Haley
We have been able to incorporate so much more activity into our lives! We live on the sea wall which means we are walking, biking or skating to everything nearby. It’s also been so amazing to have the ocean so close by, it’s a hub for fun activities that keep us out of the house.
-Meghan
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In an effort to better serve every WAF across all branches, and with the help of some amazing other WAFs, we’ve curated branch specific Facebook groups. You can find your branch’s group by joining the general WAF Facebook page and then clicking “visit group”.
