Just got orders to Kadena AFB, Japan. Anyone there/been there that would mind answering some questions for me?

I was just there 5 years ago. It was my favorite assignment thus far. If you're not scuba certified, get it when you get there. It's cheap and some of the best diving in the world is right off the coast. Stay away from "Gate 2 Street" (at least when I was there) and eat CoCo Curry's atleast once a week. Venture down towards Naha and eat at the Garlic House (yes, every dish has garlic in it, it's amazing). Kadena has decent housing on post (if you're married). Other than that, enjoy the island and get out as often as you can, there is plenty to do there so take full advantage of it! Believe me I wish I would've done more when I was there.

Okinawa is more anti-US than it has ever been. So expect an onerous in-brief on what your behavior WILL BE off base. It isn't the best example of what the rest of Japan is like. That said, the duty, location, and variety of stuff to do surpasses many other locations. Best thing to do is enjoy learning about being a guest in some other country. First advice, drink alcohol on base only until you get your sea legs. Japanese culture hates boisterous behavior. Always be respectful and polite.

it was my first assignment waaaaaay back in 2000. Wish I could give some relevant info on it but im sure ALOT has changed since then. good luck and enjoy!