Join Kathy Collins as she “talks-story” with local artist Kirk Kurokawa. For more information on Kirk and his work, visit KIRK KUROKAWA
Today,
October 14
Join Kathy Collins as she “talks-story” with local artist Kirk Kurokawa. For more information on Kirk and his work, visit KIRK KUROKAWA
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!
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.
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.
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.
San Times honors the three generations – Sansei, Yonsei, and Gosei – who are now responsible for keeping the values and traditions of our Issei and Nisei ancestors alive and to continue telling Japanese American stories for the future generations to learn from. San Times will be a resource for anyone wanting to learn more about our community, featuring videos, pictures, and stories about the past, present, and future.
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