Getting Up Close with Military Aircraft at America Fest Kadena (Okinawa Japan)

If you're in Okinawa during March, you don’t want to miss America Fest at Kadena Air Base. It’s one of the rare times the public gets access to the base, with a chance to walk right up to (and sometimes inside!) real U.S. and Japan Self Defense Force aircraft.

Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:12 About America Fest on Kadena Air Base Okinawa Japan
00:50 How to go to America Fest
02:04 Types of Aircraft at America Fest
04:35 Things to do at America Fest
05:44 Vendors and Food
06:50 Where to see planes during the rest of the year
07:11 Outro

In this video, I’ll walk you through everything you can expect at America Fest, from plane tours, rescue demos, STEM exhibits, and live music, to go-karts, e-sports, and even margaritas under a jet wing. 😎✈️

I’ll also go over:
How to get in (even if you're not military)
What to bring (and what NOT to bring)
Parking + shuttle tips
Why everyone was wearing Dodgers and Cubs jerseys in 2025
What to expect from food vendors and the entertainment lineup
Where to spot military aircraft if you miss the event

If you’re curious about life on base, military aviation, or just want a fun weekend activity in Okinawa, America Fest is a great way to experience something totally unique.

🎆 The event ends with a big fireworks finale—and trust me, it’s worth sticking around for.

📍More Okinawa videos linked in the playlist below, including WWII history, food recommendations, and weekend travel ideas around the island.
Our Okinawa Playlist: https://yt.openinapp.co/31c9z
Okinawa WWII History Places to Visit: https://yt.openinapp.co/z4ayh

Resources:
Event Page: https://kadenafss.com/americafest/
Entry requirements: https://www.kadena.af.mil/America-Fest/

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