Housing

The Air Force Housing website serves as a one-stop shop for airmen and their families to obtain information about the housing options and support services available to them at Air Force bases worldwide. Visit the YOKOTA AB HOUSING to find out more information on your new home at Yokota AB.

For additional information, email 374ceshousing@us.af.mil or call DSN 315-225-3252, commercial 81-425-522510; after the second dial tone enter 53252.

There are 2,059 military family housing units available for all ranks at Yokota Air Base, including garden units and tower units. The average waiting period for on-base housing is dependent upon the type of housing required, the member's rank, bedroom entitlement and time of year of arrival.

Call the Housing Management Office at 011-81-425-52-2510, extension 5-8045 (Unaccompanied) and 5-3252 (Accompanied) or DSN: 225-3252 (Accompanied) and (Unaccompanied) 225-8045.

Hours of operation:
Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri 8:00am - 3:30pm
Thurs 8:00am-2:30pm
(Japanese Standard Time)
Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays
 

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Unaccompanied Housing 

At Yokota AB we strive to create an inclusive environment that cultivates the development and training of Airmen. The Air Force recognizes that the management of Unaccompanied Housing (UH) facilities is critical to an Airman's development process. UH is a personal residence and we strive to provide a modern, functional, well maintained and comfortable home, as well as promote pride, professionalism and personal dignity. Air Force Instruction 32-6005, Unaccompanied Housing Management, provides guidance, policy and procedures for managing UH for enlisted and eligible civilians, assigned to Air Force installations.

All Unaccompanied members are required to report to the Military Housing Office NLT 48 hours after arrival.

Key and essential (K&E) personnel: Are required to live on the installation as a matter of military necessity. Exception to this assignment policy is required in writing and approval/disapproval will be determined by the Installation Commander as specified in AFI 32-6005.

While waiting for UH on-base, 15 days Temporary Lodging Allowance (TLA) entitlement will be authorized. TLA entitlement starts the first night you are in TLA status. TLA extensions will be reviewed in advance and will be authorized on a case-by-case basis.

Dormitory rooms are furnished with linens, a microwave and a refrigerator. Some dormitories have shared bathrooms and some have private bathrooms. Most dormitories have shared kitchens, laundry rooms and fitness areas. Please reconsider NOT bringing large pieces of furniture. The dorm room square footage varies between 250 to 578 sq ft. It is highly encouraged that you utilize your Non Temporary Storage (NTS) entitlement during your PCS to Yokota. If you bring furniture that will not fit into your dorm room or other unaccompanied quarters, the government will not return items to NTS and storage facilities are not available.

On 4 Oct 2012, 374 AW/CC rescinded YAB "On-Base First Policy" and superseded with "Housing Assignment Procedures". Compliance with these procedures is mandatory in order to maximize use of existing and available housing inventory while meeting specific AF goals and requirements. For more details, please see Housing Assignment Procedures posted under Featured Documents.

Unaccompanied personnel in grades E-1 through E-6: Will be assigned to government provided, on-base housing. All unaccompanied Officers, SNCOs (E-7 through E-9), and Civilian equivalents: Will reside off-base.

When shipping household goods, although members may be authorized to ship their full weight allowance IAW JTR, we highly recommend for you to limit HHG shipment to necessity/essential items and avoid shipping bulk items. As off-base quarters, as well as on base quarters, are relatively small, we recommend you use your non-temporary storage (NTS) entitlement during your PCS at Yokota. In addition, storage facilities on base and off base storage are limited and very expensive. The Furniture Management Office (FMO) will provide a washer, dryer, stove, refrigerator on a permanent basis and offer loaner furniture kits only up to 90 days or until your household goods arrive. DO NOT SHIP washers, dryers, refrigerators, and stoves. Tokyo area and Yokota uses 100 Volts and 50 Hz electricity.

Restrictions at Yokota 

Guests are prohibited in the UH between 2400-0600 hours. Dependent visitor may be authorized by the Installation Commander. For more details, please see Yokota Supplement to AFI 32-6005 or call the Unaccompanied Management Office.

Base Specific Policy 

During your orientation, the Airman Dorm Leader (ADL) or UH Management Office representative will inform you of all Air Force and base-specific policies.

UH Management Office Staff 

The Yokota UH Management Office is staffed with professionals that can assist with all of your housing needs. The staff consists of military Airman Dorm Leaders (ADL), local national counselors, and U.S. DoD civilian employees. Our staff is highly motivated and will ensure that you receive quality service.

Assignment Procedures 

As soon as you are notified of your assignment to Yokota AB, contact your gaining unit and request to be assigned a sponsor. Your sponsor will be another military member assigned to your unit and will assist with your move. The sponsor or gaining unit must contact the UH Management Office to notify them of your impending arrival date and work to secure a dormitory room for you. Once you receive your orders, send us a copy of your orders at 374ceshousing@us.af.mil.

Unit Integrity 

Yokota AB follows unit/group integrity when assigning dorm rooms to E-1 to E-4 personnel. In most cases, you will be assigned a room in an area of the dormitory set aside for the personnel who work in your unit. This is to promote camaraderie among squadron members. If a room is not available near other members of your unit, you may be assigned a temporary room.

Resident Responsibilities 

Our Yokota Unaccompanied Military Housing Office will brief you on requirements addressed in our Dorm Residents Responsibility Letter. The letters are not intended to cover all items of interest, but highlight the important issues and explain Air Force responsibilities toward your home as well as what is expected of residents.

You will be expected to keep your room and any shared living space clean and tidy IAW AF UH standards. Cleaning supplies and equipment may be provided to you free of charge, if available. You will also be accountable for your room and the furnishings provided. Residents will be held liable for any damages beyond normal fair wear and tear. See your ADL or UH Management Office representative if you have any questions about your resident responsibilities.

Inspection Program 

The Installation Commander establishes a base-wide UH inspection program focused on health and safety. Squadron Commanders and unit First Sergeants implement the inspection program and visit rooms to ensure that all residents from their squadron comply with installation standards. The Yokota Dorm of the Quarter Inspection competition encourages residents to be involved with the upkeep of their dorms. The dorm demonstrating the highest level of involvement from residents and their leadership will be recognized.

Bay Orderly Program 

UH residents are required to assist in the cleaning and upkeep of common areas and shared facilities of their "home." You will be detailed periodically to perform essential cleaning and minor maintenance around the UH campus. Taking care of our dormitories is the responsibility of all residents in our enlisted dorms for E6 and below.

Dormitory Councils 

The Airmen Dormitory Council is the forum by which residents of an individual dormitory or group of dormitories address concerns about their living environment with a panel of their peers. The purpose of the council is to establish standards for all residents, present solutions for problem areas, establish positive recreational activities and identify facility and furnishing improvements. Participation at your location is a chance to be involved in shaping your living environment and provides an opportunity for personal growth and development in the areas of leadership and personal relationships. Ask your ADL or UH Management Office representative how you can get involved.

Additional Questions 

If you have any questions or require additional support or info, please contact the UH Management Office at DSN (315) 225-3252.