Featuring: Kenny Endo Taiko Center of the Pacific Peter Rockford Espiritu and Tau Dance Theatre Sumie Kaneko from New York (koto, shamisen, vocals) Abe Lagrimas Jr (ukulele, vibes, drumset) Amelia Lukas from Portland (flute) Aki Takahashi from Toronto (shamisen, vocals) Ame means "rain" in Japanese but we interpret it as "Tears of the Earth." Kenny Endo wrote the title piece "Ame" after 9/11 and dedicated it to all victims of aggression in the world. The concert AME, Tears of the Earth is our effort to create something positive in a spirit of unity and respect for diversity. We hope to counter negativity with love and creativity through this musical performance. […]

Filled with insight and discovery, the Hawai'i International Film Festival (HIFF) 2023 Spring Showcase presented by Halekulani will return to a 100% in-theater festival from March 31 to April 6 with 19 new feature films—several straight from Sundance—and five award winning short films, exclusively at the Consolidated Kahala Theatres. The showcase includes three new films from Japan such as SUZUME (the latest anime from Makoto Shinkai), A MAN, and AND SO I'M AT A LOSS! Tickets go on sale on March 17. Please visit HIFF.ORG for more info and use our special code to save $2 on general admission: HIFFSPRING23. Check out the full Spring Showcase program at hiff.org/2023-spring-grid

Chopsticks & Wine is BACK IN PERSON!! Stay tuned for more information on participating restaurants and more!! Purchase tickets today! Ticket Purchase

The United Japanese Society of Hawaii promotes the study of Japanese language and culture throughout the State of Hawaii. Once again, we will recognize students who excel in the Japanese language at our 2023 Hanashikata Japanese Language Achievement & Speech Program. This year's program will be a virtual program on our Youtube Channel. Students from grades 3-12 from various schools around the state of Hawaii have submitted a video and English/Japanese Translation of a prepared individual speech or a situational skit with a partner. We hope that you enjoy the videos that the students worked hard to create and we applaud these students for their hard work and dedication to […]

A documentary about the Japanese American journey. Completed our Orange County, Los Angeles, and San Francisco showings. Additional showings are currently in discussion for LA County, Seattle and Hawaii. RSVP by emailing: paperchase@zentokufoundation.org https://youtu.be/7c9Djw10PW8

Family and friends are welcome. Customized tour just for UJSH. Join a tour with Kanzo Nara as your personal guide to enjoy the fine cuisines of Hokkaido during the autumn season of September. For Sushi lovers September is the best season for Ikura, Kani, Ika and much more. Tour will include a visit to the indigenous people of Hokkaido, the Ainu village of Shiroai, as well as a visit to the Hokkaido prefecture assembly. Our sister state of Hawaii will be rekindled on this trip. Pre-reservation Tour Dates Hokkaido Tour Sep.05 -13 Sep 5 Sep 6 Sep 7 Sep 8 Sep 9 Sep 10 Sep 11 Sep 12 Sep 13 […]

Please join us in recognizing and honoring the 2023 recipients of the Imperial Decorations by the Government of Japan and Kenjin Kai Young Achiever Honorees. When Saturday, January 6, 2024, from 10:00 am to 1:30 pm (registration begins at 9:30 am) What Buffet luncheon Fellowship with old & new friends Entertainment Silent auction to benefit the Mauians Impacted by the Maui Wildfires Lucky number drawings Craft booths Cost $65 if paying by 12/19 $70 after 12/19 $30 for children 3-8 years old Validated parking: $8 Final reservation date: December 28. 2023 Where Generations Ballroom, Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii. 2454 South Beretania Street, Honolulu Purchase Tickets For questions, please call […]

The United Japanese Society of Hawaii strives to promote the study of Japanese language and culture throughout the State of Hawaii. Once again, we will recognize students who excel in the Japanese language at our 2024 Hanashikata Japanese Language Achievement & Speech Program. This year’s program will be a virtual program on our Youtube Channel. Students from grades 4-12 from various schools around the state of Hawaii have submitted a video and English/Japanese Translation of a prepared individual speech or a situational skit with a partner. We hope that you enjoy the videos that the students worked hard to create and we applaud these students for their hard work and […]

Please join us in recognizing and honoring the 2024 recipients of the Imperial Decorations by the Government of Japan and Kenjin Kai Young Achiever Honorees. Purchase Ticket When Saturday, January 4, 2025, from 10:00 am to 1:30 pm (registration begins at 9:30 am) What Buffet luncheon Fellowship with old & new friends Entertainment Silent auction to support UJSH’s legacy programs Cost $70 $30 for children 3-8 years old Validated parking: $8 Final reservation date: December 28. 2024 Where Generations Ballroom, Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii. 2454 South Beretania Street, Honolulu For questions, please call UJSH at (808) 941-5889. Purchase Ticket

The United Japanese Society of Hawaii strives to promote the study of Japanese language and culture throughout the State of Hawaii. Once again, we will recognize students who excel in the Japanese language at our 2025 Hanashikata Japanese Language Achievement & Speech Program. This year’s program will be a virtual program on our Youtube Channel. Students from grades 3-12 from various schools around the state of Hawaii have submitted a video and English/Japanese Translation of a prepared individual speech or a situational skit with a partner. We hope that you enjoy the videos that the students worked hard to create and we applaud these students for their hard work and […]