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son will be stationed in Japan in about 2 months
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Permalink Reply by ima on
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Where in Japan my son just got to Okinawa Japan and I have some little experience I can share
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Permalink Reply by Mary (Chris' mom) on
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My son has been at Atsugi almost 1 1/2 years. There are several bases, and some are stationed at bases that are not naval but rather Army, Air Force, or Marine. Do you know which base? Overall most seem to enjoy their time there. It makes travel to Korea, China, Hong Kong, Guam, and the southern Asian nations easier and sometimes a little cheaper. For that reason alone it can be a great place for them to see the world. Your sailor will find out much about Japanese culture, dos and don'ts when he gets there. Ease of access to some of the large cities Tokyo, Yokohama, Osaka, etc depends a lot on the specific base where your sailor will be. My son and his wife love to go off their base and eat at local restaurants and there is a baseball field with a minor league team not far from the base too. Disney Japan is a train ride away and Fujiyama (while a climb not for the faint of heart) is relatively near.
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Permalink Reply by rystarr on
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Thank you for all the info. I am coming to terms with this. He will be fine. I am hoping to make a visit there at least once.
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Permalink Reply by Elane on
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rystarr, what ship, what base? Mine has been in Yokosuka for a little over a year. Don't get much contact from him, But he's not normal. I know of some other supportive Mom's of sailors in Japan, mostly on Facebook, though. If you have specific ?'s we can try to help you.
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Permalink Reply by cameronleigh on
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Hello my son is stationed at Sasebo. ill try and answer any questions.
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Permalink Reply by twoboys on
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I have had one son who was in Sasebo for 4 years and now one that has been in Yokosuka for 4 years. I will help however I can.
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Permalink Reply by navymom1991 on
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Please help me get thru this! Lol any info can help! Thnxs
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Permalink Reply by jenismer on
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My son has been in Yokosuka 2 1/2 years. Deployed 3 times. I've been there to visit also. Absolutely beautiful country. The people could not be nicer. Glad to help you if I can. =)
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