Purchasing a new vehicle in Okinawa can be a chore with several steps. But even after you purchase your vehicle there are still several things you'll have to continue to do for your vehicle while you live here on island which are your Road Tax in Okinawa and JCI in...
Drinking responsibly while stationed at Okinawa means knowing the Taxi and Daiko services and planning ahead. With the “Not One Drop” policy on the island, you do not want to be caught somewhere after a night of drinking with no way home. Whether you decide to take a...
Learning how to purchase a vehicle in Okinawa and navigate the island’s vibrant market can be intimidating for newbies. With unique shapes and colors unlike anything in the states, Okinawa offers a diverse array of options tailored to meet your needs – whether you’re...
Navigating Okinawa’s narrow roads and discovering its hidden gems is not just a privilege but a necessity, which is why your SOFA drivers license is so important. Enter the realm of SOFA (Status of Forces Agreement) – a crucial document granting military personnel and...
Amidst Okinawa’s lush landscapes and vibrant culture, military personnel and their families stationed on the island must adhere to unfamiliar regulations, particularly drinking and driving in Okinawa. During your time on the island, you will hear “not one drop” said...
We all know the "official" things you need to do before you get to Okinawa: the no-fee passports, overseas screening, apply for housing, etc (and if you don't, read this). But we have come up with a list of things you should do before you PCS to Okinawa to make things...
PCS Okinawa is here to help guide you through the process of getting yourself and your family to Okinawa, as well as to provide you resources, activities, and current events of things going on all around the island during your tour here.
PCS Okinawa is run by military spouses of all branches, so that we can provide a comprehensive guide for unaccompained, UDP, and incoming families and help make the transition to and stay in Okinawa even better.
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