Guides
Living off base in Okinawa
Practical answers, checked against official sources, from people who live here.
Caring for a Big Off-Base House in Okinawa: Tile Floors, Jalousie Windows and Yards
Off-base houses in Okinawa are built differently from homes in the States — concrete walls, tile floors, louvered jalousie windows and fast-growing yards. Here's how to keep each part in good shape.
Family lifeGetting Help at Home During Deployment in Okinawa
Running an off-base household alone while your spouse is deployed? Practical ways to lighten the load in Okinawa — base support, childcare, home routines, safety, and when paid help is worth it.
House cleaningWeekly vs. Bi-weekly House Cleaning: Which Fits Your Okinawa Home?
How to choose between weekly and bi-weekly house cleaning for an off-base home in Okinawa — what changes, what it costs per month, and a simple way to decide.
Home careWhy Okinawa Homes Get Dirty Differently: Salt, Sand and Mold
Salt spray, beach sand, spring dust and year-round humidity make Okinawa homes get dirty in their own way. Here's what's happening and how to stay ahead of it, season by season.
House cleaningWeekly House Cleaning in Okinawa: Prices and What's Included
What weekly and bi-weekly house cleaning costs for off-base homes in Okinawa, what's usually included, and the questions to ask before you hand over a key.