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May 26, 2011


VOL. 39, NO. 21

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Hello, friend

Photo by Tetsuo Nakahara

Larry Mehaffey, left, assigned to the BG Crawford F. Sams Army Health Clinic, and his son Brannon pet a rabbit during the third annual Cultural Fun Exchange Day, held Thursday at Dewey Park here. Approximately 250 children, from both on and off the installation, attended. For more on this story, see Pages 6 and 7.

Okinawa celebrates Asian-Pacic heritage


By Lauren Hall
Torii Station Public Affairs

TORII STATION, Okinawa The men and women of the 505th Quartermaster Battalion hosted an event May 17 to celebrate Asian-Pacic American Heritage Month, during which they recognized the culture, heritage and contributions of Asian Americans and Pacic Islanders. Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month is one of eight cultural observances recognized by the Department of Defense in which we commemorate the cultures who make up this nation, which truly is a melting pot, said Lt. Col. Ken Leeds, commander of the 505th QM Bn. Soldiers assigned to the 505th spoke of

many inuential Asians and Pacic Islanders, including Yo-Yo Ma, a world-renowned Chinese-American cellist who began playing at the age of 4. Duke Kahanamoku, who was born in 1890 in Honolulu, became the most famous name in surng. Dalip Singh Rana is a professional wrestler and actor from India who is also known as The Great Khali. Jerry Yang, originally from Taipei, is the co-founder of Yahoo. Maya Lin, a Chinese-American, designed the Vietnam War Memorial in Washington, D.C. This commemoration is just as much for everyone here today as it is for the Asian-Pacic Americans in this audience because, on the one hand, we are here to recognize Asian-Pacic American culture and heritage, but even more importantly,

were here to share that experience with you, said Marine Col. Leo A. Falcam Jr., chief of staff of both Camp Butler and Marine Corps Bases Japan. Falcam, born in Hawaii to a Micronesian father and a Hawaiian mother, moved with his family to Micronesia when he was young. He left to attend Parks College of St. Louis University, where he graduated with a bachelors degree in Aviation Science before joining the Marines in 1981. It is important to remember the many contributions of Asians and Pacic Islanders to the American culture, he said. More than 300,000 Asians and Pacic Islander veterans have served our country with pride and distinction, added Falcam. Many Asian Americans and Pacic Island-

ers are currently serving, some of whom have made the ultimate sacrice in the cause and pursuit of freedom and this war against terror. While many Asians and Pacic Islanders have contributed to Americas diverse culture through military service, others contribute through entrepreneurship, education, government and public service, science, entertainment, sports, and the arts, said Falcam. Our diversity continues to positively shape our character as a nation and serves to unite us, not divide us, he said. I strongly encourage each and every one of you to continue your efforts to learn from our differences and continue to champion the cause for unity.

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Zama Briefs
Cooling season to begin
The Directorate of Public Works is preparing air-conditioning systems for the upcoming cooling season, which is estimated to begin sometime this week. This requires temporarily shutting off both heating and cooling capabilities in most buildings in an effort to reduce energy consumption. Daytime cooling will begin when the ve-day indoor air heat index reaches 76 degrees or higher and end when it reaches 78 degrees or less between the hours of 5 a.m. and 10 p.m. Nighttime cooling will begin when the ve-day outside air heat index reaches 74 degrees or higher and end when it goes below that temperature between the hours of 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. The cooling-season temperature for occupied working and living spaces will be maintained in the range 72 to 76 degrees. During unoccupied periods, temperatures will be maintained in the range 80 to 90 degrees. Exceptions will be granted if DoD standards require otherwise. The use of personal cooling or heating devices requires a supervisors written approval and can only be used when the area is occupied. Due to the electrical energy decit faced by Japan and U.S. Forces Japan installations, additional energy-conservation measures may be adopted in order to meet peak energy demand reductions during the summer months of June through September. Call 263-4613 or 263-4274 for more information.

Medical workers observe Army combat lifesaver course


By Tetsuo Nakahara
Torii Staff

You Made the Grade


Now in its 10th consecutive year, the You Made the Grade program recognizes Camp Zama students who achieve a B average or better with a benets-lled booklet. Exclusive offers include a free Burger King kids meal or a Subway sixinch combo, video rental and $2 off any new release DVD at the Power Zone, to name a few. Students who make the grade also can register for a drawing to win a savings bond worth up to $5,000. To receive the You Made the Grade booklet, students simply present a valid military ID card and proof of an overall B or better average to the Camp Zama Exchange. Students may receive one coupon package for every qualifying report card, but may enter the savings bond drawing only once per calendar year. Camp Zama families can contact the Exchange at 263-5585 for more information about You Made the Grade.

A group of Japanese medical students and medical care providers visited Camp Zama Thursday to interact with their U.S. Army counterparts and observe the Soldiers unique medical training. The group consisted of assistant professors, medical students and reghters, and the tour was organized by Tokyo American Center, a public diplomacy outreach platform of the U.S. Embassy in Tokyo. The TAC has been putting on various crosscultural programs with the intent of promoting among its countrys medical specialists a better understanding of American culture and policies, and has become a big success over the years. After the group was welcomed by Col. Craig Mears, acting commander of the BG Sams U.S. Army Health Clinic here, they headed to Dewey Park where Soldiers from the clinic had set up an area to demonstrate the militarys combat lifesaver training. In a three-hour span, the Soldiers walked the group through an abbreviated version of the CLS course. The course included a walkthrough of the principles of tactical combat casualty care such as care under re, tactical eld care and evacuation care. We really thought it was a great idea to introduce [the group] to some of the aspects of combat medicine because Japanese medical students go through quite a long period of their training without ever laying hands on anybody, said Ann Kambara, director of the Tokyo American Center. This is a great opportunity for them because they really want to touch the equipment that is used on the battleeld. This is a very different priority than a civilian hospital, added Kambara. We think this is a very good chance for them to get to know us better as people, but also for them to improve their professional knowledge. The opportunity also allows U.S. Army Japan to explain not only combat missions,

Photo by Tetsuo Nakahara

Sgt. 1st Class Michael Snell, left, assigned to the BG Sams U.S. Army Health Clinic here, demonstrates to local medical students how to use a U.S. Army medical kit during a combat lifesaver course demonstration for Tokyo American Center Thursday at Dewey Park. About 20 medical students and medical care providers attended.

but also humanitarian response. The Soldiers also performed several hands-on demonstrations in different types of battleeld scenarios and emergency situations, including needle decompressions and applying a tourniquet in a combat situation. Its been my experience that there are quite a few differences between the Japanese medical community, the Japanese Ground Self Defense Force community, and the U.S. Army, said Sgt. 1st Class Michael Snell, a surgeon liaison ofcer at BG Sams. The things we are teaching everyday Soldiers Soldiers in basic training [such as] how to do things like needle decompressions, is really amazing. So I want [this group] to gain a greater appreciation of the medical

capabilities of even nonmedical personnel in the Army. Its been a great opportunity for Japan and the U.S. to interact. After the CLS demonstration, the group had lunch with the Soldiers followed by a U.S. Army Japan command brieng, during which they asked questions related to the medical profession. The visit concluded with a windshield tour of Camp Zama. It was a very unique opportunity to observe the medical training at Camp Zama today, said Hideki Kusakabe, a reghter from the Kawagoe Fire Department. I was amazed to see that U.S. Soldiers have various capabilities to conduct medical care in emergency situations with limited equipment. They have very special techniques and gave me good motivation.

Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program


Those aware of a sexual assault should report it immediately. It is punishable under the Uniform Code of Military Justice and other federal and local civilian laws. USAG-J Camp Zama Sexual Assault Hotline: 882# or 090-9395-8909 (24/7 response). USAG-J Torii Station: 090-6861-8042 (24/7 response). Army Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program website: http://www. sexualassault.army.mil.

INSIGHT
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Substance Abuse Program counselors for installations worldwide. Launching the Condential Alcohol Treatment and Education Pilot, a program which allows Soldiers to seek help for addiction without mandatory command involvement. Launching a pilot program in which military student transition consultants join school liaison ofcers in working with school districts, garrisons and families to help students succeed at their new schools. Revising the Total Army Sponsorship Program that helps prepare Soldiers, families and civilians for their new duty station. Reinvigorating the Army Family Action Plan process, with an analysis and review process that has reduced the backlog of active AFAP issues from 86 in February 2010 to 51 in February 2011. This is a snapshot of what we have been doing to enhance support for Soldiers and families. It does not begin to convey the full scope of the programs and services installation management professionals provide every day, including housing, public works, emergency services, environmental programs, recreation, child care, single Soldier programs and family programs. When we look at some big indicators,
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IMCOM message
Lt. Gen. Rick Lynch
Commander, Installation Management Command

A fundamentally different scal reality. We will be hearing some variation of that phrase from Army leaders for a long time to come. The Armys budget is smaller than it has been in previous years, and it will get smaller still. However, a different scal reality does not change the reality of what we owe to Soldiers and families for their service and sacrice. The Armys commitment to them remains as strong as ever. For the last 18 months, the Installation Management community has been taking a hard look at the programs and services we provide to Soldiers and families, with an eye not only on costs but also effectiveness. As the inevitable belt-tightening comes, we are not trying to do more with less. We are working to make sure we can do the important things better. One of our most important efforts has been to fully establish Survivor Outreach Services to provide longer-term, expanded support and care after casualty assistance

ends. SOS staffers have made tremendous progress in a short time, receiving more than 24,000 cases from Casualty and Mortuary Affairs, and they continue to enhance services as more survivors provide feedback. This past year, SOS initiated a survivor vehicle decal program to ease installation access, established a Facebook page, and held an inaugural SOS summit to address the challenges survivors face. Other efforts include: Transforming how Army Community Service delivers services, by cross-training more generalists to handle multiple programs and moving service locations out into communities. Adding 44 more systems navigators to Exceptional Family Member Programs at 26 installations, to assist families with specialneeds members in accessing educational, medical, housing and personnel services on and off post. Hiring more than 240 additional Army

we see evidence that the Army is meeting the needs of Soldiers and families. The Army is currently exceeding its recruitment and retention goals, and on the most recent survey of Army families, the majority of spouses said they are satised with the Army as a way of life. This is signicant after 10 years of ongoing conict it speaks to the dedication of Soldiers and their families and the Armys commitment to providing them a quality of life commensurate with their service. In the new scal reality, it will be more of a challenge for the Installation Management community to provide the level of support we want to for our Soldiers and families, but we will. We are nding better and smarter ways to provide services and programs by asking ourselves the same questions families ask when they look at their own budgets: Do we really need it? Is it worth the cost? What are we willing to do without? To answer these questions, we need to keep hearing from Soldiers and family members through ICE comments and local AFAP summits, for example about the specics of what is working, what needs to be improved, and what is missing. The commitment to supporting Soldiers and families remains as strong as ever, but more than ever, we have to make sure we are on target in meeting their needs.

Shoplifting incidents at Camp Zama decrease, but cost of items rises


By Myra M. Dizon
AAFES Public Affairs

Shoplifting at the Camp Zama Exchange was a goodnews, bad-news story in 2010, as the number of incidents decreased from the year before but the cost of products involved in detected cases went up. Thanks to an abundance of shoplifting prevention measures such as eagle-eyed closed-circuit TVs with DVR technology, expanded use of high-tech Electronic Article Surveillance and an aggressive youth awareness campaign theft at the Camp Zama Exchange decreased 17 percent last year, from 18 incidents in 2009 down to 15. Thieves were more brazen, however, as the cost of merchandise involved increased from $674.99 to $1,364.61 in 2010. The Army and Air Force Exchange Service, which has

contributed more than $2.4 billion to Air Force services and Army Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Command programs in the past 10 years, continues to focus its efforts on reducing theft. Shoplifting at the Exchange results in a reduced return on investment to our primary shareholders the military community, said General Manager Shirley A. Huth. Because the Exchange is a command with a mission to return earnings to quality-of-life programs, people who steal from the Exchange dont only harm themselves but directly impact FMWRCs ability to complete its mission. If shoplifting is suspected, the Camp Zama Exchanges Loss Prevention ofce turns the issue over to local law enforcement. In addition to possible disciplinary action and criminal prosecution, the Federal Claims Collection Act allows the Exchange to enact a at, administrative

cost of $200. There may be further fees, in addition to the Civil Recovery Program, depending on the condition of the stolen merchandise. Shoplifters may also face other civil actions to include a loss of Exchange privileges. The Army and Air Force Exchange Service is a joint command and is directed by a board of directors which is responsible to the secretaries of the Army and Air Force through the service chiefs of staff. The Exchange has the dual mission of providing authorized patrons with articles of merchandise and services and generating non-appropriated fund earnings as a supplemental source of funding for military Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation programs. To nd out more about the Exchange history and mission or to view recent press releases, visit http:// www.shopmyexchange.com.

o you have a concern or an issue on your mind? Are you seeking a channel for your voice to be heard? Look no further. The Torii welcomes all letters regarding issues or concerns involving the Camp Zama community as a whole. Critical letters should offer suggestions for resolutions as applicable. Letters or e-mails must be signed, but names will be withheld in publication upon request. The Torii will protect the names of its sources if they so desire. Letters may be edited for content and length according to the Associated Press Stylebook and the Torii Style Guide. If you would like to have your voice heard in the Torii, e-mail your letters to the editor at dustin.perry@us.army.mil, or send by regular mail to:

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Commanding General: Maj. Gen. Michael T. Harrison Sr. Garrison Commander: Col. Perry Helton Garrison Public Affairs Ofcer: Edward H. Roper Editor: Dustin Perry Staff Writer: Tetsuo Nakahara Okinawa Bureau Chief: Anastasia Moreno Okinawa Bureau Staff: Lauren Hall

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Dive-In Movie

Photo by Dustin Perry

Children and parents sit atop otation devices in the Yano Fitness Center swimming pool during a free Dive-In Movie screening of the animated lm How to Train Your Dragon held there Sunday. The moviegoers were free to wade in the shallow end of the pool as the lm played on a large inatable projection screen. About 25 people attended the event, which was coordinated by the Directorate of Morale, Welfare and Recreation here.

SCHOOL NEWS
Zama Child Development Center: 263-4992 SHA Child Development Center: 267-6348
SAS Open Recreation Program: Parents: Are you looking for programs that your school-aged children can participate in? Children: Are you looking for things that will keep you active and busy outside of the house? If so, then the Open Recreation Program events are for you. School Age Services is offering open recreation opportunities in the weekday and Saturday afternoons for youth currently enrolled in grades one to six. Registration: To register your child or for more information please stop by the CYS Central Enrollment Registry Ofce in Bldg. 533 on Camp Zama, or call 263-4125 or SAS at 267-6013. through GradeSpeed. For more information, go to http://www.dodea.edu/back_to_school/ gradespeed.cfm or contact Brandy Bell, educational technologist, at brandy.bell@pac. dodea.edu.

Zama American Middle School: 263-4040


Visit the Web at www.zama-ms.pac.dodea.edu/ for information pertaining to Zama American Middle School.

Zama American High School: 263-3181


Visit the Web at www.zama-hs.pac.dodea.edu/ for information pertaining to Zama American High School.

John O. Arnn Elementary: 267-6602


GradeSpeed: DoDEA has implemented GradeSpeed in all fourth- through 12th-grade classrooms worldwide. GradeSpeed is a web-based program that enables parents to log in and view grade and attendance data for their students. GradeSpeed will be the only authorized and supported grade book used by DoDEA employees in these grades. All teachers have secure access to GradeSpeed through the use of an Internet web browser. Teachers use the grade book portion of GradeSpeed to enter assignments, grades and to maintain grade calculations. Teachers are also able to e-mail progress reports to parents

Child, Youth and School Services: 263-4500


U-Turn Program: This program is designed for youths to turn themselves around and get the help they need to graduate from high school and move on to higher education. Its up to U to turn yourself around. The teen center staff is here for U! Join us Tuesdays and Thursdays nights form study groups; work together with your classmates; get help from staff and other volunteers; tutor classmates; get S.A.T. tutoring / practice tests; use this time to work on scholarships and other nancial aid applications. There will be a return bus to SHA for those youth who participate in the U-Turn Program.

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Arnn students showcase writing, art skills


By Dustin Perry
Torii Editor

Parents of students at Arnn Elementary School got a glimpse of the progress their children made throughout the past nine months during an end-of-year showcase held Thursday at the school. Projects exhibiting the Sure Start through sixth-grade students skills in writing, illustrating, critical thinking and computer applications were on display in the schools library, the walls and tables of which were crowded with the students creative efforts. The idea for the showcase came from Arnn teachers and faculty members who make up the schools Continuous School Improvement leadership team wanting to share with parents how they were working toward meeting their accreditation goals, said Heather Stansbury, a kindergarten teacher there who helped organize the event. The various projects displayed during the showcase support the schools two primary CSI goals, said Stansbury. The rst is to improve writing skills across the curriculum using 6+1 Traits, a writing model that focuses on developing seven points: Ideas, Organization, Voice, Word Choice, Sentence Fluency, Conventions, and Presentation. The second goal is to improve critical thinking using reective questions and graphic organizers. The students have been working on those two goals, and this showcase is to bring the parents in so they can be part of that and see how were doing that to make our school better, said Stansbury. Our intent is to teach [the parents] about our two goals and to get them involved so they can see what the kids are working on and try to incorporate those goals at home. Hand-drawn and computer-generated illustrations complemented the students original storybook creations, poetry collections and collages, and interactive video projects were streamed on computer monitors for attendees to view. One class of 4- and 5-year-old Sure Start students even learned how to use a photo-editing program called Kids Pic that allowed them to distort self-portraits to humorous effect, their teacher said. They learned how to insert a picture of themselves and pick backgrounds, said Linda Reisinger. On this particular project they inserted their picture and used a tool in the program called a blender that blends the picture. These are called our funny pictures. Working on the photo project brought out her students freedom to express themselves and also to laugh at themselves, said Reisinger, adding that it taught them that who they are is on the inside, not the outside. Im very happy because 4- and 5-yearolds take those risks, said Reisinger. As a teacher, we are taught to teach the children to take those risks and not to be afraid to make a mistake and to have that freedom to experiment and be creative and have fun doing it.

Photos by Dustin Perry

Robert Posthumus and his son Daniel, a second-grader at Arnn Elementary School, read one of Daniels writing projects that was on display Thursday during Arnns student showcase, in which parents could view various works done by the students.

Examples of distorted funny pictures done by students in Linda Reisingers Sure Start class using editing software were on display during the student showcase.

Debbie Baer, 9, a second-grade student at Arnn, reads a story she wrote to her mother Nancy during the schools student showcase Thursday at the library.

Several parents were led throughout the library by their sons and daughters who were visibly eager to read to them the stories and poems they wrote, or present works of art they had created. Nancy Baer was there with her 9-year-old daughter Debbie, a third-grader at Arnn, and said she could tell a lot of work went into her various projects. I remember [Debbie] writing her stories at home, and Im really pleased with the results, said Baer. Robert Posthumus sat in a chair as his

son Daniel, a second-grader, read to him several poems he wrote, as well as an autobiographical story aptly titled, All About Me. Daniel said he utilized many things he learned throughout the school year in order to craft his works, including neatness, onomatopoeia, adjectives, nouns, punctuation and capitals. I try to make my stories easy for the reader to visualize; I also aim for neatness, said Daniel. It was very fun because I got to show off how good Ive been doing this year.

There was a noticeable growth in Daniels storytelling and language skills compared to the beginning of the school year, as evidence by the quality of his sons projects, said Robert. I think this showcase is a wonderful opportunity to look around and see all the different kinds of projects all the classes did here, said Robert. Its also a wonderful opportunity for my son to be able to show off his talents and demonstrate to his parents, teachers and classmates what his abilities are.

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Torii Staff

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a temporary-tattoo parlor. A petting zoo supported by Fureai Dobutsumura was also located in the park in which the children were able to touch and interact with animals including turkeys, rabbits and goats. Various community organizations lent their supportive efforts to the event. The Camp Zama Fire Department brought along a re truck for viewing, as well as their Dalmatian mascot, Sparky. Also involved were the installations Youth Services, the Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation, the U.S. Army Garrison Japan Safety Ofce, teenage members of the Keystone Club, the Directorate of Public Works, and many other community volunteers. I want [the children here] to be able to learn from the children from our host nation by playing together and communicating with each other throughout this event. said Aguon. The children later ate lunch together under the big tent, many of their faces painted with colorful designs and their arms emblazoned with temporary tattoos. We have been attending this event every year, and its been great, said Yumi Matsumoto, general manager at Green Bear English International School. We are located in Saitama Prefecture and we dont get many opportunities to interact with American children, so our children always look forward to coming to Camp Zama. This is a good chance for the children to use the English they learn at our school. We appreciate Camp Zama for inviting us for such a fun day.

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(From right): Uta Tsuzuki, 4, from Green Bear English International School, and Aaliyah Elliot, 4, from Naval Air Facility Atsugis Child Development Center, play together on inatable hopping balls during the Cultural Fun Exchange Day held Thursday at Dewey Park here.

Camp Zamas third annual Cultural Exchange Fun Day was held Thursday at Dewey Park here, bringing together children from on and off the installation for an afternoon of games, attractions and other recreational activities. Cultural Exchange Day was created with the purpose of building friendships between children in the Camp Zama community and local Japanese youth through a fun event, said Denise Aguon, director of the Camp Zama Child Development Center and coordinator of the event. This event means a lot to us, said Aguon. It creates a bilateral partnership with our [Japanese] counterparts. For example, we have a very strong partnership with [nearby] Hosen Kindergarten, and we have many children in our community who actually attend the school. It is important to keep that strong relationship and that bond with the local community, added Aguon. The event is getting bigger and bigger every year. Children who attended the event came from the Camp Zama, Sagamihara Family Housing Area and Naval Air Facility Atsugi CDCs, Hosen Kindergarten, Green Bear International School and the Seiko Gakuen Orphanage. For the event, Dewey Park was transformed into a large amusement area for the children, complete with a colorful tent and game booths, and various attractions such as an inatable castle, a face-painting booth and

Photos by Tetsuo Nakahara

Children from the Sagamihara Family Housing Area Child Development Center choose toys from a small inatable pool during the third annual Cultural Fun Exchange Day at held Thursday at Camp Zamas Dewey Park. Approximately 250 children attended the bilateral event.

3rd Annual Cultural Fun Exchange Day at Dewey Park

SPORTS & FITNESS


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Your Weekly Dose


Access to care at BG Sams U.S. Army Health Clinic is available 24/7. The clinic is not open 24/7 but our triage line is available 24/7. When calling the clinic at 263-4127, our staff will notify a provider who will call you back. The provider will advise you if you can wait until the clinic opens, or if you need to seek medical care elsewhere. Host-nation hospitals do not operate in the same manner as in the U.S. Local hospitals do not have to see you when you present at their ER. That is why we want you to call us rst. If our provider thinks this is a medical emergency, that provider will engage our EMS staff including a translator. Please carry an emergency wallet card with information on who to call for medical assistance. These cards are available at the clinic and at various community events such as CIE and Medical Morning. Recently we have noticed an increase of calls to the 911 number. This is the emergency number which activates the MPs, our ambulance, EMTs and translators. If you have a life-threatening medical emergency, call 911 on post or 119 off post. If you are feeling sick or have an injury that does not meet the criteria for life, limb or eyesight, call the clinic at 2634127 and push option 1 for triage nurse or 24/7 medical advice. Our provider on call will advise you on what options are available.
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Ernest Johnson prepares to deadlift 315 pounds in the mens middleweight division of the Big Kahuna weightlifting competition held Thursday at Yano Fitness Center here. Also incorporated into the co-ed competition was a bench press event.

Sports Briefs
Commanders Cup golf
A Commanders Cup golf tournament is scheduled to be held beginning at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday at the Camp Zama Golf Course. Participants must register by 5 p.m. on May 20 at the Yano Fitness Center issue counter. Call 263-4664 for more information.

Big Kahuna Weightlifting Competition Winners


Mens Lightweight Mens Middleweight Mens Heavyweight Womens Division

1st: Takahashi Komiyama (3.62 combined lift ratio)

1st: Everett Estrada (3.66 combined lift ratio)

1st: Kenneth Royal (3.27 combined lift ratio)

1st: Marilyn Vilaythong (2.94 combined lift ratio)

2nd: Masashi Watanabe (3.44 combined lift ratio)

2nd: Mike Grogan (3.54 combined lift ratio)

2nd: Derek Chandler (3.21 combined lift ratio)

2nd: Georgia Blake (1.40 combined lift ratio)

SHA Pool grand opening


The swimming pool at Sagamihara Family Housing Area is scheduled to open on Saturday. The pools business hours will be from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday.

3rd: Robert Deverick (2.67 combined lift ratio)

3rd: Ernest Johnson (3.24 combined lift ratio)

3rd: Jacob Seibold (3.19 combined lift ratio)

3rd: Amy Brinson (0.87 combined lift ratio)

Summer indoor soccer

Using video games to get fit?


Studies show some games promote fitness, physical activity in children
By Heather Waldron
American Academy of Pediatrics

Nintendo Wii. Dance Dance Revolution. The EyeToy. These interactive video games, which are designed to promote tness, have taken the gaming world by storm. Nintendos Wii Sports and Konamis DDR are among the new exergames that require users to stand up and move to participate. Exergaming is benecial because it keeps children in a culture of movement as opposed to a culture of inactivity, said Dr. Michael Rich, director of the Center for Media and Childrens Health at Childrens Hospital Boston. But just how effective are these games as

exercise tools? A published study showed that participation in more intense games like Wii Boxing and DDR was comparable to moderate-intensity walking. However, another article notes that while exergaming uses signicantly more energy than activities in which a player remains sedentary, it does not provide as much benet as participating in actual sports. Experts offer the following advice on the use of these games: Exergaming is not a replacement for traditional exercise. Instead, it should be the gateway to other physical activity or a supplement to a bigger exercise plan. Use the games as a rainy-day or winter activity. When possible, though, encourage children to get outside and play.

Beware of Wii-itis or overuse injuries. Stretch appropriately and pay attention to your body. If something starts to hurt, stop, advises Dr. Gwenn OKeeffe of the American Academy of Pediatrics Council on Communications and Media. Choose games carefully. Some, like DDR, have proven benets. But others can be ineffective. You can cheat; you dont really have to move your body a lot, said Dr. Lisa Hansen, who heads the exergaming research lab at the University of South Florida. The benets derived from playing Nintendo Wii are dependent on the energy level of whats expended by the child. Pick a system that has multiple games, so your child has variety and wants to continue exergaming.

Youth Sports and Fitness will offer co-ed indoor soccer, or Futsal, to youth ages 11 through 18. Registration will be held through June 10, and the season is scheduled to be held from June 25 through July 30. Call 263-4066 for more information.

Water aerobics
Water Aerobics classes are from 9 to 10 a.m. Monday, Wednesdays and Fridays, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays at Yano Fitness Center. For more information, call 263-3348.

Jacuzzi, steam room, sauna


On Wednesday mornings, the jacuzzi, sauna and steam room are closed for maintenance from 8 a.m. to noon. for this event. For more information, call 263-4664 or 263-7980.

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Army archers take silver in two events

Make a splash with safe, fun swimming this summer


By Trisha Korioth
American Academy of Pediatrics

Photo by Jacqueline M. Hames

Kenneth Harker, compound bow silver medalist, draws his arrow during the Archery Finals of the 2011 Warrior Games held Thursday at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colo. Harker vowed to compete again next year for the gold.

By Jacqueline M. Hames
Army News Service

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. Two Army athletes took home silver medals Thursday in the 2011 Warrior Games Archery Finals at the Olympic Training Center here. Travis Akin finished second in the recurve-bow shooting and Kenneth Harker took second place in the compound-bow competition, after equally intense rounds of shooting. The medal round in archery consisted of the top eight shooters from the preliminaries. The archers were paired in bracket format, the top two athletes competing for the gold in both the recurve and compound events. Each archer was allowed 30 seconds to make a shot, shooting alternately. Harker faced off against Jedidiah Vermillion, a Marine, in a side-by-side shootout punctuated by cheers from supporters. I did all right; I got to the gold-medal round, and I think my second [arrow] in, my nerves were getting the better of me, Harker said. Toward the last in the fourth in I brought it back in, but I lost by two points. Harker is a double-leg amputee. He was injured by an explosive-form penetrator in Baghdad, but believes the Warrior

Give [the Warrior Games] a try. A lot of guys probably havent even thought about trying, so you have to give it a try.
Kenneth Harker
Silver medalist in 2011 Warrior Games compound-bow competition Games has helped him immensely with his recovery. Its been an amazing experience, he said. Though Harker is happy to have won the silver medal, he is not satised and intends to come back next year to win the gold. Akin, the recurve silver medalist, went head-to-head with another Marine, Steven Lunt. Andre Shelby, a Sailor, took the gold in the compound bow, while Dan Govier of the Marines took the gold in recurve. Lunt and Vermillion went home with the bronze in their respective events. Give it a try, Harker advised other wounded Soldier about the Games. A lot of guys probably havent even thought about trying, so you have to give it a try. The Warrior Games, a joint effort between the U.S. Olympic Committee and the U.S. Department of Defense, is sponsored by Deloitte. For a complete competition schedule or list of event results, visit www. usparalympics.org/warriorgames.

Children love cooling off in the water during the hot summer months. Be sure to keep them safe by following precautions from the American Academy of Pediatrics. Drowning is the second leading cause of unintentional death among U.S. children ages 1 to 9. The highest rate of drowning is in the zero-to-4-year-old age group, and adolescent boys are the second largest group of drowning victims. The AAP urges parents to never let their guard down and to take protective measures whenever children are swimming or playing near water. While new research has found that swimming lessons may reduce the risk of drowning in children, they are no substitute for supervision while children are in or near the water, according to the AAP. The following are swimming safety tips from the AAP: Supervision is essential for all children, regardless of whether they have had formal swimming lessons. Many children who have drowned were being supervised by adults who turned their backs for just a moment. Families with pools or spas should put up four-sided barrier fences that cannot be climbed and include a self-latching gate to separate the pool or spa from the house and the rest of the yard. Portable and inatable pools also pose drowning risks, and these pools also should be fenced in. Children can easily climb over or fall into the pools, even when ladders are removed. Pool and spa drains should have special covers and vacuum systems that prevent body entrapment and hair entanglement. While public pools are required by law to install drain covers and safety systems, many home pool and spa owners are unaware of these risks and have not taken precautions to prevent injuries. Finally, parents should use multiple layers of protection such as supervising children, learning CPR, and installing fences, an alarm and cover to ensure a fun yet safe time for everyone.

CLASSIFIEDS & MOVIES


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Classied ads not pertaining to commercial prot are free to military personnel, DA Civilians, Family members and MLC/IHA employees. Ads should be 20 words or less with nonworkplace E-mail or phone numbers listed. To submit a classied ad, E-mail tetsuo. nakahara4@us.army.mil. However, the Torii Newspaper reserves the right not to publish inappropriate advertisements. Deadline is no later than noon Mondays. Military community classied ads can also be placed for free on a commercial Web site at www. mymilitaryclassieds.com/xzclf/162_Camp_ Zama_ARMY_/. send resume to yeagleycj@yahoo.com. Substitute teachers: Zama American High/ Middle School are currently accepting applications for substitute teachers. U.S. citizenship and a high school diploma or GED are required. For more information or any questions, please call 263-4005. Physical Therapist, Intermittent (240 hours): Provides physical therapy service in the areas of physical disabilities, neuromuscular and psychosocial dysfunctions in patients ranging from adolescence to the very elderly. Must have license to practice physical therapy in the U.S. This is a contract positions open to SOFA status applicants. Resumes may be sent to Yoshiyasu. Aoki@us.army.mil. ALL applicants shall register in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) at www.ccr.gov. Physical Therapist, Intermittent (240 hours): Provides physical therapy service in the areas of physical disabilities, neuromuscular and psychosocial dysfunctions in patients ranging from adolescence to the very elderly. Must have license to practice physical therapy in the U.S. This is a contract positions open to SOFA status applicants. Resumes may be sent to Yoshiyasu. Aoki@us.army.mil. ALL applicants shall register in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) at www.ccr.gov. school(about 200 students) near Sagami Depot. First time teachers welcome! Classes available Mon. Thu. 1pm to 9pm (No weekends or Fridays!) Call for details. Derek Partington English School, home 042-756-4483; cell 090-3082-4439 or E-mail: partngtn@jcom. home.ne.jp Part-time English teacher: Pay is 16,000 to work four times per month. Two Mondays from 4 6:10 p.m., one Tuesday from 9 10 p.m. and one Friday from 7 8 p.m. Located 15 minutes driving distance from SHA in Minami-Rinkan area. For more information, E-mail Kaz at superkids-csc1190@nifty.com. ESL teacher: Seeking ESL teachers for two conversational group classes. One requires travel to Tama and is very accessible by car. Meeting times are the 1st and 3rd Sat. from 10:30 a.m. noon for one class and Sat. from 3 to 4 p.m. for the second. Pay is 7,500 and 3,000 per hour respectively. Call 090-549-6725 or e-mail shantee12@yahoo.com. Instructor: Arts and Crafts Center seeks instructors to teach sewing, water color painting, washi paper craft and/or acrylic paint arts. Also looking for contracted framer who has at least three years experience in framing production. For more information, call Nodera-san at 2634412. Help needed: yard cleaning, house cleaning, and other chores. Compensations are upon agreements. Please contact x35477@gmail. com, or call 080-5879-8318.

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experiences and support with others? If so, please call Meg at 263-8327 or e-mail jsczama@gmail. com for more information. Rising Sun Lodge 151, F&AM. Stated Meeting 1st Thursday of every month at the Masonic Bldg, Sagami Depot. For more information contact: rsl151@gmail.com; website: risingsunlodge151. com; or call Dave 080-3467-7881. FUREAI, Japanese Personnel Newsletter is issued and distributed electronically. This newsletter is for MLC/MC/IHA personnel and US personnel who have Japanese subordinate employees. It is available at https://intranet. zama.army.mil/?linkid=fureai. Table Top Miniatures: Do you play Warhammer 40K or Fantasy? Other miniature games? Well contact me and lets roll some dice! Please email James @ ngolmo@gmail.com Sports Photos Wanted: The Torii Newspaper wants to publish your action sports photos for sports of all ages, all seasons. To showcase your team or your childs team, e-mail your digital action sports photos less than two weeks old (with captions) in .jpg format of 3mb or more to tetsuo.nakahara4@us.army.mil.

Jobs
Appropriated Fund (APF) and Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) job announcements and application instructions are available at http://cpol.army.mil. For questions regarding APF vacancies, please call 263-3608. NAF MWR job announcements and required forms are also available at http:// www.usarj.army.mil/information/zama/employ. htm. For questions regarding NAF vacancies, please call 263-5800. Non-appropriated fund Pacic Stars & Stripes job announcements are available online at http://cpol.army.mil. For more information, call the Job Information Center at 229-3163. Japanese national position vacancies are posted on the Internet at http://www.usagj.jp.pac. army.mil/ima/sites/jeso/rp_jjobs_list_j.asp. Application forms are available on the same site. Selection status can also be checked. For more information, call 263-3325. Child and Youth Program Assistant (Level 2-4), (CYS, Zama & SHA), CY-1/2, RFT/RPT, $9.59 - $17.09, Open Continuous Child and Youth Program Assistant (Level 2-4), (CYS, Zama & SHA), CY-1/2, Flex, $9.59 - $17.09, NTE: 9/30/2011, Closes: July 27, 2011 Business Manager (Food Service), BD, NF-03, RFT, $29,000 - $40,000, Close: June 15, 2011 Recreation Assistant (Lifeguard), RD, NF-02, Flex, $9.29, Closes: November 30, 2011 Administrative Assistant (CYS), CYS, NF-03, RFT, $23,300 - $23,500, Closes: June 6, 2011 Recreation Assistant (Lifeguard/Pool Operator), RD, NF-02, RFT, $9.29, Closes: November 30, 2011 Supervisory Accountant, Central Accounting Ofce, NF-04, RFT, $40,000 - $50,000, Closes: May 31, 2011

Pets
Animal adoption: Dogs and cats are available for adoption at the Camp Zama Veterinary Clinic. For more information, call 263-3875. 2 German Sheppard Dogs: FREE to good home or homes. 1 solid white male 5years old xed and has papers. He is skittish around strangers but warms up to you. Black and Tan female 3 years old not xed. She is very good with children and loves anyone who will pet her. Both are up to date with shots. Have kennels for both . Call 901-405-7646 cell08059732022

Wanted
Football Coaching: Volunteer Assistant Football Coaches are being sought for Zama High School. Interested individuals should consider their availability for daily after-school practices (1500-1730) as well as spring and preseason practices and games. Coaches meetings begin soon. For more information please contact Coach Merrell at 263-3181 or steven.merrell@ pac.dodea.edu. Taekwondo instructor: Child Youth & School Services SkiesUnlimited program is looking for a certied ATA Taekwondo instructor. If Interested please Contacted Nicholas Andrews, instructional program specialist, at 263-4125 Volunteer at U.S. Army Garrison Japan Postal Service Center : Volunteer opportunities are available in the USAGJ Postal Service Center, we will provide you with valuable training in Post Ofce and Unit Mailroom operations. Please contact Army Community Services at 263-8087 for details and assistance on volunteering your services. English teachers: A small off-post home

Others
Cub Scout Pack 34: Cub Scouts Pack 34 meets every 2nd Thurs 18:30 Zama Scout Hut Bldg 533. Parents & Single-Soldier Volunteers are welcome. All boys grades 1 - 5 are encouraged to join us for great learning experiences, character building and fun! Contact Cubmaster royuke@ ybb.ne.jp 090-6042-0797. ZaCSAs East Meets West Shop: located behind the dry cleaners on Camp Zama, carries vintage Japanese items and collectibles. Store hours are every Tuesday and the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Prots from the shop go back to the community in scholarships and welfare grants. For additional information please call 263-5533. Stop on by and check it out. JAPANESE SPOUSE CLUB: Would you like to socialize with other Japanese spouses, learn more about being a military spouse, share your

ATTENTION
Due to the recent contract with Allied Telesis, residential phone numbers with 263- and 267prexes have changed. If you are currently running a classied ad in the Torii that lists an out-of-date residential number as a point of contact and would like to change it to your new extension, send an e-mail to tetsuo.nakahara4@ us.army.mil with the updated phone number. The Torii staff will work to ensure these changes are reected in future issues of the publication.

MOVIE SCHEDULE Other local positions


Administrative Assistant: Girl Scouts is seeking a skilled ofce professional to support Girl Scout Overseas West-Pacic at Camp Zama. Excellent computer and communication skills a must. This regular part-time position (25-30) hours per week is available June 15. Send cover letter and resume to Westpacicgirlscouts@ gmail.com Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection instructors wanted. Positions are available with Firearms Academy of Hawaii, Inc. Duties include instruction of marksmanship, watch standing and tactical team movements. Position location is Yokosuka Naval Base, Japan. Marksmanship instructor experience is a must. Tactical team movement experience is desired. Qualied candidates may call Christopher at 243-6171 or

SAGAMIHARA
http://www.aafes.com/ems/pac/zama.htm
267-6111

ATSUGI Cinema 77
https://www.atsugi.navy.mil/ATSUGI/Mwr/index.html
264-3789

Friday 6 p.m...................................Priest (PG-13) 87 9 p.m...................The Lincoln Lawyer (R) 119 Saturday 6 p.m...................................Priest (PG-13) 87 9 p.m...........................................Paul (R) 104 Sunday 3:30 p.m................Mars Needs Moms (PG) 88 6:30 p.m...............................Priest (PG-13) 87

minutes minutes minutes minutes minutes minutes

Friday 6 p.m...Pirates of the Caribbean 4 (PG-13) 137 minutes 9:30 p.m...Pirates of the Caribbean 4 (PG-13) 137 minutes Saturday 3:30 p.m............................Hanna (PG-13) 111 minutes 6 p.m...Pirates of the Caribbean 4 (PG-13) 137 minutes 9:30 p.m....................Source Code (PG-13) 93 minutes Sunday 3 p.m........................Source Code (PG-13) 93 minutes 5:30 p.m............................Hanna (PG-13) 111 minutes 8 p.m...Pirates of the Caribbean 4 (PG-13) 137 minutes

For your TV schedule, visit www.myafn.net

COMMUNITY CALENDAR
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UpcomingOngoing Events
Energy-saving notice
Due to the current state of emergency and the limited electrical power generation capability across Japan, the following measures will be implemented immediately: 1. Turn off all unnecessary lights, especially in unused ofce spaces, classrooms and conference rooms, and turn down all remaining individual lighting levels where possible. 2. Turn off Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems. If shutdown is not possible during this heating season, turn thermostats down to 68 degrees or below. Reduce settings to 55 degrees at the end of the day. 3. Turn off all ofce/home appliances when not in use. 4. Maximize use of natural ventilation where feasible and dress appropriately to maximize individual comfort. 5. Clean or replace your air-conditioner lters. 6. Maximize use of day-lighting in work areas an classrooms (use of sunlight in lieu of conventional power). 7. Set computers, monitors, printers, copiers, and other business equipment to their energy-saving modes, and turn them off if not in use and at the end of the day or as instructed by the 78th Signal Battalion. 8. Minimize energy usage during peak demand hours from 5 to 9 a.m. and 4 to 7 p.m. The major peaks occur from noon to 6 p.m. during normal work and school hours. The energy use during this period can be reduced by load shedding, thereby reducing the demand at the time the Garrison needs it the most. 9. Use laptop computers (preferably on battery power when possible). They consume 90 percent less energy than standard computers. 10. If possible, do not make photocopies or print documents, and conduct all business electronically. Use e-mail instead of sending memorandums and faxing documents. 11. Limit the use of your vehicle. If vehicles will be used, implement carpooling and plan your trips accordingly. Use the public mass transportation system when available.

Foreign Born Spouse Support Group


Whether your question concerns immigration and naturalization, learning the English language, or how to take local transportation, the Army Community Service Relocation Program provides assistance, weekly classes and referrals. The support group is held on the third Wednesday of every month from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the ACS Outreach Room. Call 263-HELP (4357) for pre-registration.

Whats Happening Outside the Gate?


Eagle 810, AFN Tokyo

Hisano Yamazaki
hisano.yamazaki.jp@yokota.af.mil

Training DVDs available


Shoulder to Shoulder: I Will Never Quit on Life is a 16minute documentary video that features Soldiers who received help for personal distress or who assisted a fellow Soldier. These stories help reduce the stigma associated with personal distress, and inspire individuals to get the help they need. For Department of the Army civilians, the video is followed by a ve-minute video module designed specically for them. It features individuals who are committed to the wellbeing of the entire Army family or who found assistance and support within the Army. The Home Front is a unique tool for education in the areas of suicide-risk awareness, suicide prevention and the promotion of a positive behavioral health lifestyle. Also available are suicide awareness pamphlet guides. For copies of these materials, visit the Training Support Center located at Bldg. 102, Room 207.

Sharaku, one of the greatest masters of traditional Japanese woodblock printing @ Tokyo National Museum, through June 12 Jazz Performance Festival Jazz in Fuchu @ Keio Train Line Fuchu Station area, Tokyo (No charge), May 28 Onsen Water Splashing Festival, or Yukake Matsuri, @ Yugawara Town, May 28 Azalea Bonsai Exhibits @ Yokohama Sankeien Garden, through June 5 One of the Japans Greatest Festivals Sanno Matsuri @ Hie Jinja Shrine, Tokyo, June 7-17
Featuring traditional ceremonies, rituals, a parade of children in traditional costumes, Shinto music and dancing, and an open-air tea ceremony. Everyone is welcome to join a local folk-music and dance performance.

Post-Combat Stress Support


A support group to assist those experiencing symptoms of post-combat stress is offered from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Army Community Service.

CLEP and DANTES Testing


College-Level Examination Program and Defense Activity for Non-traditional Education Support testing sessions are held at 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. Wednesdays. To schedule an appointment, call 263-5379 or e-mail dspivey@ asia.umuc.edu. To study for the CLEP tests, visit www. petersons.com. To study for the DANTES exams, visit www.getcollegecredit.com.

Thai Culture Festival 2011 @ Ueno Park, Tokyo, June 11-12


*Some events may be cancelled or postponed at the last moment.

TRAVEL & CULTURE


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Lazy summer days in Izu

Torii Staff Report

hite sand beaches, crystal clear water and untouched nature is what youll nd on this side of Japan. Its the Shimoda region of the Izu Peninsula, located approximately three and a half hours by car from Camp Zama. Shimoda is known as the city of the Black Ship, which was the U.S. Naval eet led by Commodore Perry, who arrived in the Shimoda port in 1854. It was here that Japan nally opened up her gates to trade from the outside world as she emerged from the secluded Edo Period. For the rst time in history, it was here that the U.S. began its diplomatic relations with Japan. A trip to Izu is also accessible by train, but in a car, you can easily enjoy the beautiful coastline while driving. Youll see striking rock formations amidst a deep ocean blue. On a clear, sunny day, the drive will almost have you feeling as if youre on an exotic island far, far away from civilization. Shirahama Beach is the most popular in Shimoda because its closest to Tokyo. It has the longest stretch of white sand in the area. This beach gets most crowded during the summer with younger crowds, especially since the summer services draws them in. They like the convenience of the concession stands, beach parasol and cold drinks available right on the beach. Therefore, if youre looking for a more quiet, relaxing time, the best months to visit Shirahama are May, June and September, when you can go surng, body boarding and swimming without having to fend off the crowds. The coastline becomes rocky and steep around Tsumekizaki Beach. This is the one of the least crowded areas in Shimoda. There is a 2.8kilometer oceanfront sidewalk with plenty of stairs and dramatic views. A recommended starting point is from Suzaki Kaigan, where you can catch a bus. However, plan on taking an hour to reach the lighthouse, where youll nd a secret beach called Kujyuppama, which is very small but has super crystal emerald green water. The parking lot here is ve-minute hike from the beach. About two kilometers south of Shimoda Station, the next two beaches also good for swimming and surng are Tatadohama and Iritahama. However, the sand and surf are the only draws here, since they are void of the many shops and hustle characteristic of Shirahama Beach. As you drive further south, Ohama and Toji are foreign tourist favorites for their quiet atmosphere and pristine white sands. Ohama is ideal for a family barbecues because the parking lots and beach are very close. Toji beach offers visitors the thrill of sand skiing, where you can slide down a 45-meter long natural slope of sand, made by strong seasonal winds blowing inland. If you are hungry, there are some laid-back beach cafs nearby, such as the small, but very tasty South Caf and the Spice Dog, which has tasty Indian curries and pasta, frequented by the local surf crowd and musicians. You can also enjoy some onsen (hot spring in Japanese) around the Shimoda area. After a long day of sun bathing and soaking in the salty ocean, a dip in fresh water springs is quite refreshing. Getting there: Shimoda is located approximately 175 kilometers from Tokyo. The drive is about three hours along the Tomei Expressway, Odawara-Atsugi Highway and the Manazuru Highway, depending on trafc. For more information on the Izu Peninsula, visit www.japan-guide.com/e/e6305.html.

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