Japanese Cultural Society of Maui’s Annual Kite Festival will be at Keopuolani Park on Saturday, August 18th. 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 the public to join them for their 3rd Annual Kite Festival. Bring your own kites of any size, … [Read more...] about Japanese Cultural Society of Maui ’s Annual Kite Festival at Keopuolani Park
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Obon Festival at Lahaina Hongwanji Mission
Lahaina Hongwanji Mission's annual Obon Festival will happen from Friday August 10th until Saturday, August 11th. This year, guests can look forward to the usual Japanese cultural festivities which includes Obon dancing, lanterns, honoring ceremonies, flowers, arts and crafts, keiki activities, and ono food choices. 5:30pm. Lahaina Hongwanji Mission, (551 Waine’e St., Lahaina); … [Read more...] about Obon Festival at Lahaina Hongwanji Mission
Shuri-Style Kumiwudui at Maui Okinawan Cultural Center
Shuri-Style Kumiwudui will be at the Maui Okinawan Cultural Center on Saturday, June 23rd. Attendees will have a rare chance to learn about kumiwudui, a classical Okinawan dance-drama that was created during the days of the Ryukyu Kingdom. The event is presented by Cheryl Yoshie Nakasone Sensei, the Artistic Director of Jimpu Kai USA, Kin Ryosho Ryukyu Geino Kenkyusho, Hawaii … [Read more...] about Shuri-Style Kumiwudui at Maui Okinawan Cultural Center
Maui Matsuri Festival at University of Hawai`i Maui College
This year, the Maui Matsuri Festival will take place at University of Hawai‘i Maui College on Saturday, May 5. The festival will feature a beautiful display of Japanese and Okinawan entertainment. The event is perfect for the whole family with a variety of contests to join in on like saimin and natto eating, manga and art drawing and video games. There’ll also be cosplay, … [Read more...] about Maui Matsuri Festival at University of Hawai`i Maui College
Boy’s Day at Queen Ka`ahumanu Center
Celebrate Boy's Day at Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center on Saturday, May 5. Boys Day (Kodomo-no-hi) is a traditional Japanese holiday that celebrated the happiness and personalities of boys. The center will celebrate with the community by offering family-friendly festivities including carp fish crafts, a special meet-and-greet with Captain America and Star Wars characters, family … [Read more...] about Boy’s Day at Queen Ka`ahumanu Center