Explore Japan, take up a hobby, repair your car, or dive into a great book!

    Whether you're planning to take the trip of a lifetime or just a trip to the library for storytime, these facilities have what you need! Plan the perfect vacation, learn a new skill, play games, find or make a great present, fix your car, learn a new hobby, learn a new language, and so much more!
    Misawa ITT can help you book a thrill-packed adventure, a romantic getaway, a fun-filled family vacation, or simply a visit back home. Interested in seeing Japan by rail or road? ITT has maps of Japan and information on the customs of this beautiful country. Stop by or call 226-3555 to start planning your next trip, or 226-9714 for airline reservations.

    The Misawa Inn is a comfortable and convenient place to stay while PCSing into or out of Misawa. Kitchenettes and living areas make the hotel feel more like home. Need extra space for visiting friends or family? Rooms can be booked on a space-available basis. Call 222-1182 for details.
    Overstreet Memorial Library has a large selection of books for all interests and reading levels, as well as numerous books on CD and movies on video and DVD. Now offering online resources and Rosetta Stone!
    Sharing its name and location with the popular all-night eatery Café Mokuteki, the Mokuteki Community Center is a hub for local activities. The Community Center hosts a wide variety of events--from video game and pool tournaments, to dance recitals and the very popular SAX (Single Airman Extreme) program.

 

   Have your favorite picture framed or find the perfect gift for your departing co-worker at the Frame & Graphics Shop where they prepare custom mats and frames, as well as engrave and embroider a myriad of items from metal plaques to glass bottles.
    Get in touch with your creative side at the Arts & Crafts Center. Take a knitting or bonsai class, work on a project, meet friends for scrapbooking, or bring you kids in for art lessons. Order a bouquet of balloons for that special day, or simply shop the well-stocked store for scrapbooking and craft supplies, gifts, and decorative items for your home.
    Into woodworking and refinishing? Come to the Wood Shop! Once you've taken the FREE safety class, you will be able to use the facility and tools to build and finish your own projects--you can even purchase your supplies and store your small projects there.
    On or off base, if you ever need a tow or jump start service, call the Auto Hobby Center at 226-4654 for help. You can also use their fully-equipped facility to perform your own auto repair and maintenance.
    Whether you're looking to sell or buy a car here in Misawa, the Lemon Lot is the way to go. Call 226-4654 to get listed -- this FREE service advertises your auto at 35FSS.com and on 35FSS Channel 15!
    If you need a reliable mechanic to handle your car repairs and vehicle maintenance, then come to the Pit Stop Garage, (Services Auto Center). The Pit Stop Garage's eight-bay car care center is conveniently located adjacent to the main base gas station. They perform repairs, maintenance, and other services for your vehicle such as oil changes, tune-ups and tire rotations -- just to name a few!
    With such a wide range of opportunities for traveling, crafting, building, shopping, and simply relaxing, you're certain to find an activity to enjoy!

 
UPDATED: 01/05/2009
   
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China Bazaar
23-24 Jan from 9 am – 5 pm • Ballroom • Free
Find those hard-to-get items at the Community Center’s second annual China & Pottery Bazaar. Hand-made specialty china and pottery items from all over Aomori and Iwate prefectures.
Japanese Culture Art Classes
(View the Class Schedule for a complete list)
Traditional Japanese Crafts     
 
Washi Paper Doll
Learn the Japanese art of folding paper
to create a beautiful a free standing doll.
Materials
are included in class fees.
Wednesdays • 1 - 3 pm OR
Thursdays • 10 am - Noon
$25, supplies included.
Fee includes 2 classes, your choice

 
Washi Tea Box and Egg
Learn how to apply washi paper to objects. Make great gifts and decorations! Supplies are not included.
Cost: $10 per class, covers instruction only.
8 January • 2 - 4 pm
Round Style Flower Arranging
Learn how to arrange flowers in the round style, perfect for centerpieces on any occasion! Class fee includes Japanese flowers!
15 January
Class 1: 2:30 - 4:30 pm
Class 2: 4:30 - 6:30 pm
$45, flowers included
Seasonal Flower Arranging
Learn a new basic style depending on the seasonal flowers chosen by the instructor. Class fee includes decorative and live flowers. Additional supplies must be purchased by the student based on the project for that month. See examples at the Arts & Crafts Center.
22 and 29 January
Class 1: 2:30 - 4:30 pm
Class 2: 4:30 - 6:30 pm
$45 a month
Oshie
Learn the Japanese art of folding paper to
create beautiful pictures. Materials are
included in class fees.
Wednesdays • 1 - 3 pm
OR Thursdays • 10 am - Noon
$32, beginner, $34, advanced
Fee includes 2 classes, your choice
Ikebana
Learn the unique style of Japanese flower arranging. Students need a shallow vase, floral shears and a
flower frog.
Saturdays, 10 am - Noon
6, 20, and 27 January
$45, flowers included