A Japanese Tea Celebration and Collection Dedication will happen at Wailuku Public Library on Monday, April 23. Here’s a great opportunity for the community to learn more about Japanese culture with a traditional Japanese tea ceremony and more. This event will commemorate the creation of The Lillian Maeda Memorial Tea and Haiku Collection. Free. 2:30pm. Wailuku Public Library, … [Read more...] about Japanese Tea Celebration and Collection Dedication at Wailuku Public Library
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Maui Zen Cooking Class and Meal at Kahului Jodo Mission
There’s a Maui Zen Cooking Class and Meal at Kahului Jodo Mission on Sunday, Dec. 10. Hosted by the Japanese Cultural Society of Maui, attendees can learn the art of Japanese vegetarian zen cuisine. Taught by Naoko Moller, the class will show students how to use locally grown ingredients to create a meal. There’s a maximum of 20 spaces offered per class, and students are … [Read more...] about Maui Zen Cooking Class and Meal at Kahului Jodo Mission
Traditional Japanese Puppetry Workshop at Kahului Public Library
There’s a Traditional Japanese Puppetry Workshop at the Kahului Public Library on Saturday, Sept. 16. The workshop is an opportunity to learn from master Japanese artist Koryu Nishikawa V. He’s a fifth generation puppeteer in the Koruma Ningyo style (a 160-year-old form) and will be assisted by local puppeteer Tom Lee of Mililani. Free. 2pm. Kahului Public Library, (90 School … [Read more...] about Traditional Japanese Puppetry Workshop at Kahului Public Library
Lahaina Jodo Mission Obon Festival
Maui’s obon festival season is off to a start with the annual Lahaina Jodo Mission’s Obon Festival taking place this Saturday, July 2. The obon festival is a time to honor ancestors and loved ones who have passed away. The service at the Lahaina Jodo Mission will include a lantern procession and float ceremony, bon-odori dancing, taiko drumming, music and food like chow fun, … [Read more...] about Lahaina Jodo Mission Obon Festival