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KHON 25th Anniversary Celebration

People Who Make Hawaii Work: Carole Hayashino

MidWeek Business Roundtable: Doing It For the Ancestors

Mahalo Senator Inouye

Senator Daniel K. Inouye was an inspiration to generations in Hawai‘i. We took pride in his distinguished World War II military service with the 442nd Regimental Combat Team. We were proud when he broke through racial barriers in Washington D.C. and played a leadership role during the Senate Watergate hearings and the Iran-Contra investigations. We are especially proud and will be forever grateful for Senator Inouye’s courage as a champion for justice.

Senator Inouye gave a voice to Americans of Japanese ancestry interned during World War II. He advocated for the federal investigation into the mass roundup and incarceration of Japanese Americans on the West Coast and called for the establishment of the Commission on Wartime Relocation and Internment of Civilians. Senator Inouye’s leadership led to the passage of the redress bill, HR442, The Civil Liberties Act of 1988. 

More recently, Senator Inouye joined with JCCH to support the preservation of Honouliuli, the longest operating World War II confinement site in Hawai‘i. His support contributed to the first documentary film on the internment of Japanese in Hawai‘i and later a special resource study focused on the historical significance of Honouliuli.

“Justice is a matter of continuing education,” he once stated when discussing the importance of remembering the Japanese American internment. “If only to remind ourselves that it happened here, in our democracy.”

For his courage, leadership and all that he accomplished in our community, our state, our country, we are truly grateful. Our hearts are broken, but may be find the strength to re-commit ourselves to the values that Senator Daniel K. Inouye represented and find comfort in knowing that his legacy will continue.

Statement by Carole Hayashino
President and Executive Director
Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai‘i

Mahalo for your support of the New Year’s ‘Ohana Festival!

Mahalo to all for another successful New Year’s ‘Ohana Festival!

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Taiko Center of the Pacific
Jaymie Lei Melket
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Urizun Minyo Group
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Yamaguchi Kenjin Kai
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Ohia Productions
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Hokulani Schools
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Elena’s Filipino Food Truck
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Calligraphy, Ryuho Hamano
Calligraphy, Hawai‘i Toka Kai
Chigiri-e, Lily Nakano
Origami & Miniature Hawaiian Ikebana Demonstration, Lillian Yajima & Sakura Alumni Hawaii (Former Cherry Blossom participants)
Bonsai, Bonsai Club of Hawai‘i – Bonsai sale
Ikebana, Ikebana Ohana
Kumihimo, JCCH Kumihimo Workshop
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Sadako Project, Sadako Club
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Shishu, Japanese Embroidery Guild
Go, Farrington High School Go Club
Oahu Anime Explorer
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Japan Travel Association, Welcome to Japan
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Daijingu Temple of Hawaii, omamori sales
Izumo Taishakyo Mission of Hawaii, omamori sales
Hawaii Kotohira Jinsha – Hawaii Dazaifu Tenmangu, omamori sales

Masako Formals
King Photo
Hello Kitty
Approaching the Sacred: Japanese Buddhist Temples in Hawai‘i exhibition

Education Summer Program

JCCH 2013 Summer Cultural Workshops

For the summer months, the Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai‘i (JCCH) is expanding its regular cultural classes and activities for adults!  Join us in the Community Gallery from June – August 2013 for special Saturday cultural educational workshops.  Sessions are open to the public with JCCH members receiving priority reservation and discounted rates. The six summer cultural offerings are:

BEGINNING KUMIHIMO
SATURDAY, JUNE 1, 2013 10:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. MEMBER: $6 NON-MEMBER: $12
In ancient Japan, beautiful but functional cords made with traditional braiding (kumihimo) adorned kimonos and samurai armor.  Learn the fundamentals of traditional kumihimo (Japanese braiding) from kumihimo instructor, Carole Nagano. Participants will learn how to set up the marudai (braiding loom), braid a simple cord, and finish the cord.

YUKATA/OBI TYING AND BON DANCE LESSONS
SATURDAY, JUNE 15, 2013 10:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. MEMBER: $15 NON-MEMBER: $20
Be prepared for Hawai‘i bon season and learn how to put on a yukata and tie your own obi! After learning the basics on getting dressed, participants will learn several bon dances from Betty Dela Cuesta, bon dance instructor for the Hawai‘i Shin Kobu Kai.

FIELD TRIP:  HAWAI‘I’S IMMIGRATION TO PLANTATION HISTORY TOUR
SATURDAY, JULY 20, 2013 9:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. MEMBER: $20 NON-MEMBER: $25
Spend a morning learning about the unique history of Japanese in Hawai‘i.  In partnership with the Hawai‘i’s Plantation Village, guests will be guided through a private docent-led tour through the JCCH Okage Sama De historical exhibit and then transported to the Plantation Village for a tour through its outdoor exhibition.  Tours start and end at JCCH.

CREATIVE CARD MAKING WITH A JAPANESE THEME
SATURDAY, AUGUST 3, 2013 10:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. MEMBER: $20 NON-MEMBER: $22
Everyone can be a creative artist!  Participants attending this workshop will make three different greeting cards with a Japanese theme. These hand-made cards are perfect for birthdays, weddings or yakudoshi. Open to ages 16+ and participants must bring their own scissors.

HANAFUDA (JAPANESE CARD GAME)
SATURDAY, AUGUST 10, 2013 10:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. MEMBER: $4 NON-MEMBER: $5
Learn the basic rules and techniques for the game hanafuda!  After a few practice games, participants can compete in a mini-hanafuda tournament. Hanafuda card sets will be available for purchase at the Center’s Gift Shop.

SHIPPOYAKI (METAL ENAMELING)
FRIDAY, AUGUST 16, 2013 1:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M. MEMBER: $15/PER SESSION
NON-MEMBER: $20/PER SESSION
SATURDAY, AUGUST 17, 2013 9:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.
1:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M.
Learn the popular Japanese handicraft art of enameling from award-winning enamel and cloisonné artist, Kazuko Inomata Sensei. Participants may sign up for one or all three sessions to design and make their own one-of-a-kind enamel pieces of various colors on a base of metal or ceramic object.  Materials will be provided.

Call Derrick Iwata at (808) 945-7633 Ext. 25 for workshop reservations or more information.

**Class times may change or be cancelled.

Download Summer Cultural Workshops Form.

Japanese Buddhist Temple Tours 8:45 am – 11:15 am

June 8
Jodo Mission of Hawaii
Shingon Shu Hawaii
Nichiren Mission of Hawaii

August 24
Palolo Higashi Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii
Shinshu Kyokai Mission
Tendai Mission of Hawaii

For reservations or more information on the Buddhist Temple Tours, call Audrey Kaneko at (808) 945-7633 Ext. 28.

2013 Bon Dance Schedule

O’ahu

June 1 (Sat.): Hawaii State Library, 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

June 1 (Sat.): Hawaii’s Plantation Village, 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. (677-0110)

June 21-21 (Fri./Sat.): Wahiawa Hongwanji, 7 p.m. (622-4320)

June 28-29 (Fri./Sat.): Honpa Hongwanji Hawaii Betsuin, 6:30 p.m. (536-7044)

July 5-6 (Fri./Sat.): Moiliili Hongwanji, 6 p.m. (949-1659)

July 6 (Sat.): Kanehohe Higashi Hongwanji, 6:30 p.m. following 6 p.m. service (247-2661)

July 12-13 (Fri./Sat.): Koboji Shingon Mission, 7 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. (841-7033)

July 12-13 (Fri./Sat.): Haleiwa Shingon Mission,  7:30 p.m. (637-4423)

July 12-13 (Fri./Sat.): Waipahu Hongwanji, 7 p.m.. (677-4221)

July 12-13 (Fri./Sat.): Rissho Kosei-kai Hawaii Kyokai, 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. (455-3212)

July 12-13 (Fri./Sat.): Shinshu Kyokai Mission, 7 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. (973-0150)

July 20 (Sat.): Waianae Hongwanji, 7 p.m. (677-4221)

July 19-20 (Fri./Sat.): Jikoen Hongwanji Buddhist Temple, following 6 p.m. service (845-3422)

July 20-21 (Fri./Sat.): Wahiawa Ryusenji Soto Mission, 7:30 p.m. (622-1429)

July 26-27 (Fri./Sat.): Higashi Hongwanji Hawaii Betsuin, 7:15 p.m. following 7 p.m. service (531-9088)

July 26-27 (Fri./Sat): Haleiwa Jodo Mission, 8 p.m. (637-4382)

Aug. 2-3 (Fri./Sat.): Palolo Higashi Hongwanji, 7 p.m. (732-1491)

Aug. 2-3 (Fri./Sat.): Waipahu Soto Zen Temple Taiyoji, 7 p.m. (671-3103)

Aug. 3 (Sat.): Wailaua Hongwaji, 7 p.m. following 6 p.m. service (637-4395)

Aug. 3 (Sat.): Princess Kaiulani Hotel Obon Festival, Time TBD

Aug. 9-10 (Fri./Sat.): Manoa Koganji, 5:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. (988-4905)

Aug. 9-10 (Fri./Sat.): Shingon Shu Hawaii, 7 p.m – 11 p.m.. following 6:30 p.m. service (941-5663)

Aug. 9-10 (Fri./Sat.): Pearl City Hongwanji, 7 p.m. following 5:45 p.m. service (455-1680)

Aug. 9-10 (Fri./Sat.): Soto Mission of Aiea-Taiheiji, 7 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. (488-6794)

Aug. 16-17 (Fri./Sat.): Jodo Mission of Hawaii, 6:30 p.m. – 11 p.m. (949-3995)

Aug. 16-17 (Fri./Sat.): Mililani Hongwanji, 7 p.m. (625-0925)

Aug. 16-17 (Fri./Sat.): Soto Mission of Hawaii Betsuin Shoboji, p.m. – 10:30 p.m. (537-9409)

Aug. 23 (Fri.): Oahu Care Facility, TBA (973-1900)

Aug. 24 (Sat.) Kapahulu Senior Center, 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. (737-1748)

Aug. 24 (Sat.): Aiea Hongwanji, 7 p.m. (487-2626)

Aug. 24 (Sat.) Nichiren Mission of Hawaii, 5:30 p.m. (595-3517)

Aug. 31 (Sat.): Okinawan Festival, 5:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. (676-5400)

Sept. 21 (Sat.): Autumn Okinawa Dance Festival at Hawaii Okinawa Center, 5:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. (676-5400)

BIG ISLAND

June 8 (Sat.): Keauhou Shopping Center (Kona Hongwanji), 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. (323-2993)

June 15 (Sat.): Honomu Henjoji Mission, 7 p.m. (963-6308)

June 22 (Sat.): Papaikou Hongwanji, 7 p.m. following 6 p.m. service (964-1640)

June 29 (Sat.): Honomu Hongwaji, 7 p.m. following 6 p.m. service (963-6302)

July 5-6 (Sat.): Puna Hongwaji, dance following 6 p.m. service (966-9981)

July 6 (Sat.): Kohala Hongwanji, 7 p.m. following 6:30 p.m. service (775-7532)

July 12-13 (Fri./Sat.): Hilo Meisho-in, Fri. 7:30 p.m., Sat. 8 p.m.(935-6996)

July 13 (Sat.): Kohala Jodo Mission, 7 p.m. following 6 p.m. service (889-5456)

July 13 (Sat.): Kona Daifukuji Soto Mission, 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. (322-3524)

July 13 (Sat.): Paauilo Hongwanji, 7:00 p.m. following 6 p.m. service (775-7232)

July 19-20 (Fri./Sat.): Honpa Hongwanji Hilo Betsuin, 8 p.m. following 7 p.m. service (961-6677)

July 20 (Sat.): Keei Hongwanji (Kona Hongwanji), 7 p.m. following 6 p.m. service (323-2993)

July 20 (Sat.): Honokaa Hongwanji, 7 p.m. following 6 p.m. service (775-7232)

July 27 (Sat.): Hilo Hooganji Mission, 7:30 p.m. following 6 p.m. service (935-8331)

July 27 (Sat.): Kona Hongwanji, 7 p.m. following 6:30 p.m. lantern parade (323-2993)

July 27 (Sat.): Papaaloa Hongwanji, 6 p.m. following 5 p.m. service (962-6340)

Aug. 3 (Sat.): Hilo Taishoji Soto Mission, 7 p.m. (935-8407)

Aug. 3 (Sat): Kurtistown Jodo Mission, 8 p.m. following 7 p.m. service (966-9777)

Aug 3 (Sat.): Hawi Jodo Mission, 6:30 p.m. (775-0965)

Aug 3 (Sat.): Paauilo Kongoji Mission, 7 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. (776-1474)

Aug 10 (Sat.): Hamakua Jodo Mission, 6:30 p.m. (889-5456)

Aug 10 (Sat.): Kona Koyasan Daishiji Mission, 7 p.m. (324-1741)

Aug 10 (Sat.) Hilo Higashi Hongwanji, 8 p.m. following 7 p.m. Service (935-8968)

Aug 16 (Fri.) Life Care Center of Hilo, 6 p.m.

Aug 17 (Sat.): Hakalau Jodo Mission, 8 p.m. following 7 p.m. service (966-9777)

Aug 17 (Sat.): Kamuela Hongwanji, 7 p.m. following 6 p.m. service (775-7232)

Aug 24 (Sat.): Puna Hongwanji Pahoa Shibu, following 7 p.m. service (966-9981)

Aug 31 (Sat.): Honohina Hongwanji, 7 p.m. following 6 p.m. service (963-6032)

KAUA‘I

June 7-8 (Fri./Sat.): West Kauai Hongwanji Waimea Temple, 7:30 p.m. (338-1537)

June 14-15(Fri./Sat): Kapaa Hongwanji Buddhist Temple, 7:30 p.m. (822-4667)

June 21-22 (Fri./Sat.): Waimea Higashi Hongwanji, following 6:30 p.m. (338-1847)

June 28-29 (Fri./Sat.): Kauai Soto Zen Temple Zenshuji, 7 p.m. (335-3521)

July 5-6 (Fri./Sat.): Koloa Jodo Mission, 7:30 p.m. (742-6735)

July 12-13 (Fri./Sat.) West Kauai Hongwanji Hanapepe Temple, 7:30 p.m. (338-1537)

July 19-20 (Fri./Sat.): Lihue Hongwanji, 7:30 p.m. (245-6262)

July 26-27 (Fri./Sat.): Waimea Shingon Mission, following 6:30 p.m. service (388-1854)

Aug. 2-3 (Fri./Sat.): Kapaa Jodo Mission, 7:30 p.m. (822-4319)

MAUI/LĀNA‘I/MOLOKA‘I

June 1 (Sat.): Lahanina Shingon Mission, 7:30 p.m. following 6:30 p.m. service (661-0466)

June 15 (Sat.): Wailuku Shingon Mission, 8 p.m. following 6:30 p.m. service (242-5618)

June 22 (Sat.): Punnene Nichiren Mission, 8 p.m. following 7 p.m. service (871-4831)

June 28 (Fri.) Wailuku Jodo Mission, 8 p.m. following 7 p.m. service (244-0066)

July 6 (Sat.): Lahaina Jodo Mission, following 6:30 p.m. service (661-4304)

July 12-13 (Fri./Sat.): Paia Mantokuji Soto Mission, 8 p.m. following 6 p.m. service (579- 8051)

July 13 (Sat.): Lanai Hongwanji, 6:30 p.m. (565-6151)

July 19-20 (Fri./Sat): Kahului Hongwanji, 8 p.m. following 6:30 p.m. service (871-4732)

July 26-27 (Fri./Sat.): Makawao Hongwanji, 7:30 p.m. following 6:30 p.m. service (572-7229)

July 27 (Sat.): Guzeiji Soto Mission of Molokai, 6:30 p.m. following 6 p.m. service (537-9409)
Aug. 2-3 (Fri./Sat.): Wailuku Hongwanji, 8 p.m. following 7 p.m. service (244-0406)

Aug. 10 (Sat.): Kahului Jodo Mission, 7:30 following 6:30 p.m. service (244-0066)

Aug 17 (Sat.): Paia Rinzai Zen Mission, 7 p.m. following 6 p.m. service (579-9921)

Aug. 23-24 (Fri./Sat.): Lahaina Hongwanji, 7:30 p.m. following 6 p.m. service (661-0640)

Aug. 31 (Sat.): Kula Shofukuji Shingon Mission, 7:30 p.m. following 6:30 p.m. service (661-0466)

*Times and dates are subject to change.

Compiled from:
- Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii 2013 Obon schedule
- Michi Takemoto’s Bon Dance Schedule
- Tsukikage Odori Kai 2013 Big Island Bon Dance Schedule
- The Hawaii Herald. May 17, 2013.  Volume 34, No. 10
- Hanashimashou. April – June 2013.  Volume VII, Issue 2
- Kauai Buddhist Council Bon Dance Schedule 2013
- Soto Mission of Hawaii calendar
- Hawaii Eisa Shingyuu Kai schedule