Today,
October 2
Today,
October 2
EVENT DATE

10/04

19th Musical Nostalgia Concert (Hilo, HI)

The Hawaii Japanese Center is pleased to announce that its popular “Musical Nostalgia” karaoke concert will be held on Saturday, October 4, from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Aunty Sally’s Luau Hale in Hilo. Now entering its 19th year, Musical Nostalgia has developed a reputation for featuring some of the Big Island’s most talented karaoke singers performing a variety of Japanese and American numbers.

This year’s lineup will spotlight two all-female vocal groups. Featured will be the acapella stylings of No Divas, comprised of Keiko Formanek, Joanne Pocsidio, Susan Wacherbarth, and Teresa Mondoy. Also creating a buzz around town is the five-member female group known as Gonin Musume. The quintet is comprised of well-known women leaders in the community, including Mineko Todd, Misae Moro, Aya Shehata, Reiko Hamano and Noriko Roth.

Proceeds from the sale of tickets benefit the Hawaii Japanese Center, a non-profit (501)(c)(3) organization whose mission is to preserve and perpetuate the history and legacy of Hawaii’s immigrant forebears.

Tickets for Musical Nostalgia are $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Tickets can be purchased at: Hawaii Japanese Center, KTA Superstores (Puainako and Downtown), Hilo Daijingu, Tenkatori, Hilo Grinds and Puna Hongwanji.

For information, email info@hawaiijapanesecenter.com or call (808) 934-9611 Wednesday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

LOCATION

Aunt Sally Kaleohano's Lū‘au Hale 799 Piilani St, Hilo, HI 96720
EVENT DATE

10/06

125th Anniversary Essay Contest

Haisai and welcome to our Essay Contest commemorating the 125th Anniversary of Okinawan Immigration to Hawaiʻi!

Please read the following details carefully and be sure to follow all instructions.

Theme: Perspective on Immigration
Eligibility: High school students currently enrolled in Grades 9–12
Essay Prompt: As you reflect on this year being the 125th Anniversary of Okinawan immigration to Hawaii, write about what immigration means to you?
📝 Submission Deadline: Monday, October 6, 2025 (PDF format, emailed to info@huoa.org)
📄 Format: Max 700 words, double-spaced, 12pt Font (Times New Roman), 1” margins
📌 File name of your PDF must include your first and last name
🚫 No late entries will be accepted
🆓 Registration is FREE!

Essays will be judged on personal connection to the theme, writing style, grammar, and originality. Top entries will be recognized at the award ceremony (TBA), and the winner will recite their essay at Kugani Warabi on Sunday, November 2, 2025 at the Hawaiʻi Okinawa Center.

📎 For more details, download the guidelines: 125th Anniversary Essay Contest – Guideline

Good luck, and we look forward to reading your stories! 🌺✍️

LOCATION

Hawaii United Okinawa Association, 94-587 Ukeʻe Street Waipahu, HI 96797 Phone
EVENT DATE

10/11

JCCH Craft & Collectibles Fair

Meet and shop with local vendors at the monthly Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai’i Craft & Collectibles Fair. Browse a selection of Japanese and Japanese-inspired items while supporting small business owners. The JCCH Gift Shop and Gallery will also be open.

LOCATION

Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai'i Craft & Collectibles Fair, 2454 S. Beretania St., Honolulu, HI 96826
EVENT DATE

10/18

NVMC: Yakamashii with Kathy Collins (Maui)

Join Kathy Collins as she “talks-story” with local artist Kirk Kurokawa. For more information on Kirk and his work, visit KIRK KUROKAWA

LOCATION

Nisei Veterans Memorial Center 665 Kahului Beach Road Kahului, HI 96732
EVENT DATE

10/21

Taste of JASH Hokkaido

The Taste of Japan-America Society of Hawaii signature food series began in 2019, taking us on an imaginative journey across Japan to savor the flavors of its many regions. This time, revisit Hokkaido and Tonkatsu Tamafuji for another delicious experience. Exploring the cuisine of our Sister Cities!

LOCATION

Tonkatsu Tamafuji 449 Kapahulu AvenueHonolulu, HI, 96815
EVENT DATE

10/30

HUOA: Uchinanchu no Hi

At the closing ceremony of the 2016 Worldwide Uchinanchu Taikai, former Okinawa Governor Takeshi Onaga declared October 30 to be Sekai no Uchinanchu no Hi (Worldwide Uchinanchu Day). “Let us celebrate the fact that we are all Uchinanchu,” he said. “Let us celebrate and establish today, October 30, World Uchinanchu Day, and let us engrave it with pride on our Uchinanchu souls.”

We will be celebrating Uchinanchu no Hi this year on October 29, 2025 from 7:00 p.m. IN PERSON.

LOCATION

Hawaii Okinawa Center, 94-587 Ukeʻe Street Waipahu, HI 96797
EVENT DATE

11/08

JCCH: Craft & Collectibles Fair x Aki Matsuri

Celebrate Aki Matsuri 秋祭り (Fall Festival) at the next JCCH Craft & Collectibles Fair! JCCH invites you to join our community celebration during a time traditionally held in appreciation of a successful harvest and the well-being of the community. Shop with local businesses and watch live entertainment at our pet and family-friendly event. The JCCH Gift Shop and Historical Gallery will be open until 3:00 PM.

SHICHI GO SAN: Registration is now open for Shichi Go San at the JCCH. Shichi Go San is a Japanese coming-of-age event to celebrate the health and good fortune of young children. Traditionally, this event is to recognize three-year-old and seven-year-old girls, and five-year-old boys, but children around these ages are welcome to participate, too.

This year’s keiki kimono dressing event will be hosted by Expressions. Participation is by appointment only. Please contact Expressions directly at info@expressionshawaii.net or (808) 951-7827 for all Shichi Go San inquiries.


Aki Matsuri Event Highlights

FOOD + SNACKS: Mochiffle • Green Times Matcha • Travie’s Patties • more TBA

JCCH CRAFT TABLE: A special pop-up fundraiser that will feature a curated collection of handcrafted items lovingly made by JCCH volunteers.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: Live courtyard entertainment and demonstrations TBA


*Free event admission. 2-hour parking validation with a JCCH Gift Shop purchase.

LOCATION

Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaiʻi, 2454 South Beretania Street, Honolulu, HI 96826

HIFF 2025: Film Spotlight on Okinawa

September 21, 2025

Aya no Hashi Performance on Sept. 21 at Jikoen Hongwanji Hall

September 12, 2025

Mālama in Mu’umu’u at Ward Centre on Sept. 20

September 12, 2025

Honokaʻa Hero: Dr. Patsy Iwasaki’s Documentary on Katsu Goto Nears Completion

September 4, 2025

The Candle in the Wind: Remembering Dr. Genshitsu Sen, Hounsai Daisōshō (1923-2025)

September 4, 2025

The Hawaii United Okinawa Associations’s Digital Media Evolution: Bridging Generations of Uchinanchu and Connecting Community

August 18, 2025

UJSH Holds 67th Annual Installation & Recognition Luncheon

August 10, 2025

East Hawai‘i Hiroshima Kenjin Kai Awards $1,000 Scholarship to Abbie Takamine

August 2, 2025

Remembering with Reverence: HUOA Commemorates Irei no Hi

July 5, 2025

Celebrating 50 Years of Service, Trust, and Aloha

June 30, 2025

Category

Stay Updated

The form is not published.