On October 24, 2019, JASH held its Fall Japan Day program, sponsored by the McInerny Foundation and the Freeman Foundation. Approximately 200 students from Kailua High School, Kapaa High School, King Kekaulike High School, Konawaena High School, Lahainaluna High School, Maui Preparatory Academy, Molokai High School, Nanakuli High School, University Laboratory School and Washington Middle School gathered at the Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii’s Manoa Grand Ballroom to enjoy

On September 17, 2019, JASH held its 43rd Annual Dinner & Silent Auction, themed “Celebrating the Dawn of Reiwa,” the beginning of a new era for Japan, a time when Japan and the U.S. can celebrate the very special bond that our countries share. The 2019 Bridge Award was presented to Mr. Paul Yonamine, Chairman and CEO of Central Pacific Financial Corp., and Executive Chairman of Central Pacific Bank. We were also honored to have Duane Kurisu, Chairman and CEO of aio as our k

On Thursday, September 26, 2019, the Tomodachi Committee of the Japan-America Society of Hawaii held its annual “Let’s Talk Story” Luncheon at Waioli Kitchen and Bake Shop, formally known as Waioli Tea Room, in Manoa. Over 25 JASH members and guests enjoyed a delicious lunch and a special presentation by Ms. Jessica Welch, Executive Director, Manoa Heritage Center (MHC). On behalf of Mrs. Mary Cooke, Co-Founder of MHC, who could not join us due to unforeseen circumstances, Ms

EPIC students arrive at the Honolulu International Airport From September 27 – October 1, 2019, eight students from various Ehime high schools traveled to Hawaii to participate in a cultural exchange hosted by the Ehime Prefectural International Center (EPIC), which promotes cultural understanding and international cooperation through various programs and exchanges. Mr. Masanao Nakamura of the Ehime Prefectural Board of Education, Ms. Yukiko Abe and Ms. Noriko Omori from EPIC