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APCC Junior Ambassadors Prepare for Fukuoka
Our four Asian-Pacific Children’s Convention (APCC) Junior Ambassadors (JAs), chaperone Sandy Takeda, and Bridge Club Hawaii President Betsy Wo were busy this quarter preparing for their trip to Fukuoka, Japan! They met twice a month at the JASH Office to learn about Japanese food, culture, daily life, and homestay expectations.
Peace Scholars Prepare for Hiroshima
As part of their preparations for their summer study trip, HPS scholars have been attending monthly educational workshops. They have been learning about the history of World War II in the US and Japan; practicing how to share their perspectives to the media; and working on research projects that they will present in Hiroshima.
Japan-In-A-Suitcase Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon
On May 24, 2023, an appreciation luncheon was held at Kanoya Sushi Grill and Bar for Japan-
in-a-Suitcase (JIAS) volunteers. Thanks to their help, 49 presentations were given to 1,116
students during the 2022-2023 school year.
Ehime Maru Memorial Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon
On Tuesday, March 28, 2023, the Ehime Maru Memorial Association (EMMA) hosted a special luncheon via Zoom celebrating the efforts of our dedicated volunteers from local Japanese American community groups who have donated numerous hours of service to clean and maintain the Ehime Maru Memorial in Kakaʻako Waterfront Park. Thanks to weekly cleaning by these volunteers, the memorial remains pristine after over 20 years to honor the memories of those who were lost in the tragic accident.
Youth Artists Spread Peace at Sadako Peace Projects
On March 25, 2023, the Japan-America Society of Hawaii in collaboration with Pacific Historic Parks welcomed the cast of Ohana Arts’ “Peace On Your Wings” as volunteers for our Sadako Peace Projects at Pearl Harbor National Memorial. “Peace On Your Wings” is inspired by the real-life story of Sadako Sasaki and her one-thousand paper cranes, sharing her message of courage, love, and peace.
Junior Ambassadors Selected to Represent Hawaii at the 35th Asian-Pacific Children's Convention
The Japan-America Society of Hawaii (JASH) is pleased to announce the selection of four Junior Ambassadors (JAs) to represent JASH and Hawaii at the 35th Annual Asian-Pacific Children’s Convention (APCC) in Fukuoka, Japan in summer 2023. This year will be the first year JAs will be able to travel to Fukuoka since the 2019 program due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
20th Annual Japan Wizards Statewide Academic Team Competition
Congratulations to the 108 students who represented 18 high schools from Oahu, Hawaiʻi and Maui at the 20th Annual JASH Japan Wizards Statewide Academic Team Competition (JWC) on Saturday, February 25, 2023 at UH Mānoa Campus Center!
EHIME MARU MEMORIAL CEREMONY - FEBRUARY 9, 2023
On Thursday, February 9, 2023, the Ehime Maru Memorial Association (EMMA) held a remembrance ceremony for the 22nd anniversary of the tragic sinking of the Uwajima Fisheries High School training ship Ehime Maru at the Ehime Maru Memorial in Kaka‘ako Waterfront Park.
A Seminar on Disaster Preparedness & Quick Recovery in Hawaii
On Tuesday, December 13, 2022 the Japan-America Society of Hawaii (JASH) in partnership with Keidanren USA, the Consulate General of Japan in Honolulu and the East-West Center convened for a seminar on Disaster Preparedness & Quick Recovery in Hawaii at the Hawaii Imin International Conference Center.
Sadako Peace Projects at Pearl Harbor National Memorial
On November 19, 2022, the Japan-America Society of Hawaii and Pacific Historic Parks (PHP) hosted high school and college volunteers at the Sadako Peace Projects (SPP) at the Pearl Harbor National Memorial.
2022 Japan-US Military Program in Honolulu
On November 14, 2022, JASH had the honor of hosting the Japan-U.S. Military Program (JUMP) as an in-person event after 2 years of being virtual!
EPIC High School Exchange Program Participants Visit Hawaii
From September 30 – October 4, 2022, 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.
JASH Bridge Awards Dinner & Silent Auction
On Monday, October 10, 2022, the Japan-America Society of Hawaii (JASH) held its annual Bridge Awards Dinner & Silent Auction, An Evening in Japan at the Sheraton Waikiki, Hawaii Ballroom.
JASH 5:01 Networking Pau Hana at Aloha Beer Co
On September 21, 2022, members of the Japan-America Society of Hawaii (JASH) were able to reconnect with old and new friends at the Aloha Beer Company. Mr. Steve Sombrero, owner of Aloha Beer Company and JASH Board Director, opened the HI BRAU Room at Aloha Beer to over 20 guests who enjoyed delicious pupu and drinks.
2022 APCC Junior Ambassadors Collaborate Across the Pacific in Bridge Virtual Summer Camp
Over the summer, following their adventures at Chozen-Ji and the ʻAkahiao Nature Institute, our four Junior Ambassadors (JAs) had two final JASH-led workshops on June 25 and July 9 to prepare them for sharing local culture with other youth leaders from around Asia and the Pacific and to practice using Zoom.
3rd Annual JASH NexGen Natsumatsuri
On August 17, 2022, the Japan-America Society of Hawaii (JASH) hosted our Third Annual Natsumatsuri Summer Festival planned and produced by the JASH NexGen Advisory Committee. This year, the Ginza-themed festival was held in-person at the BSIDE lounge + venue at Ward Centre. Almost 200 guests enjoyed reconnecting with each other.
32nd Annual JASH Friendship Golf Classic
On July 18, 2022, JASH held its 32nd Annual Friendship Golf Classic at the Mid-Pacific Country Club. This year’s Classic was again presented by Pacific Guardian Life, a longtime supporter of JASH.
JASH APCC Alumna Betsy Wo Selected for Special Peace Ambassador Program
The Japan-America Society of Hawaii is excited to announce Asian-Pacific Children’s Convention (APCC) Alumna Betsy Wo has been selected to represent JASH and the Bridge Club of Hawaii (BCH) in the APCC’s Special Peace Ambassador Program for 2022. Betsy originally participated in the APCC as a Junior Ambassador in 2011.
JASH APCC Junior Ambassadors Visit Chozen-Ji & ʻAkahiao Nature Institute
This summer, the Japan-America Society of Hawaii’s four Junior Ambassadors (JAs) are learning all about Japan and local Hawaii culture in preparation to represent Hawaii in this year’s Asian-Pacific Children’s Convention BRIDGE Virtual Summer Camp (APCC BVSC).
Japan-America Society of Hawaii Japan Day Spring 2022
JASH held its Spring 2022 Japan Day program sponsored by the McInerny Foundation and the Freeman Foundation during the months of April through May via interactive video tutorials featuring bon dance, calligraphy, ikebana, karate, manga, Peace Studies/Sadako Sasaki Story, soroban, and tea ceremony.