The Burger King at Yokota Air Base, Japan, was closed indefinitely on Oct. 21, 2024, due to "allegations of unsatisfactory health conditions." (Kelly Agee/Stars and Stripes)
YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan — The wing commander at this airlift hub in western Tokyo closed the on-base Burger King on Monday following “allegations of unsatisfactory health conditions.”
Col. Richard McElhaney, head of the 374th Airlift Wing, ordered the restaurant closed until further notice based on a recommendation from public health specialists from the 374th Medical Group, according to a Monday post on Yokota’s official Facebook page.
“The safety of our community is a top priority and our Public Health experts take all necessary precautions to minimize health risks,” the message said.
The Burger King at Yokota Air Base, Japan, was closed indefinitely on Oct. 21, 2024, due to "allegations of unsatisfactory health conditions." (Kelly Agee/Stars and Stripes)
A notice posted on the Burger King’s door indicates the restaurant may reopen by Friday.
This story will be updated.
