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This Navy command is as unique as the beautiful island on which it sits. This site will provide you with useful information about our command to include our mission and the important part we play in supporting Navy operations in this part of the world. You’ll also find helpful links that will assist you in your transition for your upcoming PCS. Finally, you’ll find useful information and interesting images of the island of Okinawa which plays a vital role in the strategic alliance between the United States and Japan. Fleet Activities Okinawa prides itself on providing the highest quality of service and support to the Fleet, Fighter, and Family.

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News from around CFA Okinawa

U.S. Navy Honors 80th Anniversary of Battle of Okinawa at Candle Lighting
Jun 24, 2025

ITOMAN, OKINAWA, Japan — U.S. Navy Sailors and family members joined local Okinawan volunteers at Peace Memorial Park on June 22 to prepare nearly 7,000 candles for a vigil on the eve of Okinawa Memorial Day. The event honored the 80th anniversary of the end of the Battle of Okinawa — an 82-day conflict in 1945 that claimed more than 200,000 lives and stands as the deadliest battle of the Pacific theater during WWII.
Fleet Activities Okinawa Holds Change of Command Ceremony
Dec 12, 2024

Commander, Fleet Activities Okinawa (CFAO), held a change of command ceremony on Dec. 12, 2024, at Camp Shields, Okinawa, Japan. Capt. Joseph “Jopa” Parsons relieved Capt. Patrick “Donk” Dziekan as commanding officer of CFAO during the time-honored naval tradition, marking a seamless transition of leadership.
White Beach Festival Returns and Brings Together Community
Apr 17, 2023

Thousands gathered at a small naval base in Heshikiya, Uruma City, Okinawa, for the return of White Beach Festival onboard Commander, Fleet Activities Okinawa (CFAO) White Beach Naval Facility, April 15-16, 2023. White Beach Festival combined Americana and Japanese festival elements with traditional festival fare, live entertainment from Japan-based performers, carnival rides, a car show, and static displays of equipment from military and firefighting organizations. Returning after a three year-hiatus driven by the Coronavirus pandemic, the festival included notable firsts and special guests, thanks to support from the local community and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF).
Bases Mayport, Okinawa Named CNIC’s Top Installations
Feb 14, 2023

WASHINGTON - When it comes to being one of the top installations across the Navy’s shore enterprise, many base leaders would say their people are the driving force to earning such honor.
Spotlight on AZ2 Khalil Roland
Feb 24, 2022

Aviation Maintenance Administrationman 2nd Class Khalil Roland is a Tulsa, Okla. native assigned to

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