Marines are stationed in Japan so that they will be near enough to the far east for rapid deployment in the event they are needed in that area.
Their still stationed on ships especially the aircraft carriers.
US Marines are always abroad and stationed all over the world. The reasons for stationing at each location is different.
The Army has a force of around 2000 soldiers stationed in Japan. See related link 'US Army Japan' at the bottom.
US Air Force and US Naval Bases were stationed in Japan.
Marines are stationed all over the world in different capacities. The First Marine Division is base out of Camp Pendelton CA, the Second Marine Division is based in Camp Lejeune, NC and the Third Marine Division is based out of Okinawa Japan.
Yes, Marines stationed on a Naval Base still have a Marine Corps Ball. The Marine Corps Ball is a traditional event that celebrates the birthday of the United States Marine Corps, and it is observed by Marines regardless of their duty station. The location of the base does not affect the celebration of this event.
Of course you do! Becoming a Marine means being ready to go anyplace that you are ordered to go to. It is possible to live at home if you are stationed near the base you are currently assigned to.
Reserve Marines can be stationed at various Marine Corps Reserve centers located throughout the United States. These centers are strategically located to support the Marine Corps' operational requirements and training needs. They can also be deployed overseas to support active duty Marine Corps units or engage in humanitarian and combat operations.
To eliminate the US Battle Fleet stationed there.
Her father was stationed in Tokyo, Japan in 1948, and in Governor's Island, New York in 1950.
Japan
The Navy and Marine Corps have several bases in Japan.