Naval Air Facility Atsugi

Support the combat readiness of Commander, Fleet Air Western Pacific, Commander, Task Force Seven Two (CTF-72), Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron FIVE ONE (HSM-51) and 30 other tenant commands and units assigned to the Western Pacific. Provide logistic support, coordination and services to units assigned to the Western Pacific. Provide for the health, welfare and quality of life for all personnel while enhancing community relationships through respect, fellowship, and charitable events throughout the local communities NAF Atsugi Mission Statement.

We are guests and ambassadors in Japan. Unwavering professionalism is always emphasized with our Commanding Officer such as integrity, service, excellence, honor, courage, commitment, loyalty, duty and respect. We are warriors of character and behavior counts and moral commitment & technical proficiency become part of our daily lives by consistently doing the right thing even when no one is looking. Some critical Installation information of NAF Atsugi are the following:

• Drinking and Driving in Japan -  BAC limit is 0.03. This is punishable with large amount of money and imprisonment for years.
• To drive in Japan, you must have a valid state driver's license upon arrival in Japan. Japanese SOFA licenses will not be issued without a valid license. Recommended that Family members renew their drivers license in person prior to coming to Japan. This will allow for online renewal if needed later.
• Very limited on or off-base housing is available for pets, particularly dogs. It may delay your move.
• Refrain from bringing large furniture because Japanese housing is small.
• The currency is Japanese yen. It is recommended to exchange a small amount ($100-$200) prior to arrival for use in the airport upon your arrival.
• Childcare is limited and reservation in advance is highly recommended. Please call Central Registration at DSN 315-264-3588 or Commercial # 011-81-467063-3588 for enrollment and waiting information.

Defense Service Network (DSN) Dialing Instructions

The DSN is the provider of long-distance communications service for the Department of Defense (DoD). Every installation has a special DSN number and the numbers vary by world-wide location. In order to place a call using DSN, the caller must be using a military phone on an installation. Cell phones cannot dial DSN numbers. When dialing a DSN number from a United States installation to another United States installation, it is unnecessary to dial the DSN 312 area code. When dialing a DSN number to/from overseas locations, the DSN area code must be included. The operator can be reached at commercial (719) 567-1110. Please note that long distance charges may be incurred.