The Japanese Cultural Society of Maui has launched its 2020 round of scholarship applications, which is a $1000 non-academic, cultural scholarship that calls for students who graduated from a High School in Maui this year. JCSM will vet and select three (3) applicants who have a record of community involvement, specifically in the perpetuation of the Japanese culture, … [Read more...] about Applications sought for cultural scholarship, late president Asa Ellison honored
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Japanese Cultural Society to Honor Nihon Bunka Awardees at Annual Shinnen Enkai Dinner
The Japanese Cultural Society of Maui will welcome the Year of the Rat and present the prestigious Nihon Bunka Award at its annual Shinnen Enkai (New Year) dinner, January 25, at the Maui Beach Hotel. This year's Nihon Bunka Awards will honor Senator Joe Tanaka, Reverend Shinkai Murakami, and artist Kirk Kurokawa for dedicating their lives to perpetuating Japanese arts and … [Read more...] about Japanese Cultural Society to Honor Nihon Bunka Awardees at Annual Shinnen Enkai Dinner
Japanese Cultural Society of Maui is Seeking Nihon Bunka Nominations
Japanese Cultural Society of Maui is Seeking Nihon Bunka Nominations until Friday, December 20th. The prestigious Nihon Bunka Award recognizes excellence and the lifetime dedication of individuals that perpetuate Japanese arts and culture in Maui’s community. A list of requirements and nomination forms are online. Japanese Cultural Society of Maui; jcsmaui.org photo courtesy … [Read more...] about Japanese Cultural Society of Maui is Seeking Nihon Bunka Nominations
Japanese Cultural Society of Maui’s 50th Annual Gala at King Kamehameha Golf Club
Japanese Cultural Society of Maui’s 50th Annual Gala will be at King Kamehameha Golf Club on Sunday, September 29th. For over 50 years, the Japanese Cultural Society of Maui has been upholding its mission to perpetuate Japanese culture on Maui. For this monumental event, all are invited to enjoy a buffet dinner, silent auction, a program that honors Maui’s Japanese community, … [Read more...] about Japanese Cultural Society of Maui’s 50th Annual Gala at King Kamehameha Golf Club
Annual Kite Festival at Keopuolani Park Soccer Field
The 4th Annual Kite Festival will be at Keopuolani Park’s Soccer Field on Saturday, August 17th. Dating back to the 16th century, Japanese kite flying is a custom celebrated to pray for good health and a bright future. The Japanese Cultural Society of Maui invites all to attend! Bring a kite of any size, and style. Prizes will be awarded to the best fliers and best decorated … [Read more...] about Annual Kite Festival at Keopuolani Park Soccer Field