U.S. Actress Boosts Ratings of NHK Morning Drama
TÖKYÖ — A little-known American actress is proving to be a hit with viewers of NHK’s latest morning television drama series and is helping to maintain its high ratings.
The drama, “Massan,” is inspired by...
Hawaii Fujioka Kenjin Kai Welcomes New Year
The Hawaii Fukuoka Kenjin Kai held its annual general meeting and shinnenkai at the Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai‘i’s Manoa Grand Ballroom on Feb. 8.
Highlights included the installation of president Fusayo “Fussy” Nagao and...
Make Time For Hobbies, Leisure Activities
Valerie Takahashi
Courtesy: Ho‘okele Healthy Living
Hobbies are often viewed as activities for people who lead quiet, relaxed lives. But people with full, busy schedules and stressful lives may need hobbies even more than the average...
MIS National Reunion To Highlight 2015 For MIS Veterans Club
MIS Veterans Club president Lawrence “Larry” Enomoto welcomed members and guests to the club’s Jan. 25 shinnenkai at the Pömaika‘i Ballroom at Dole Cannery. Enomoto is serving his second term as the club’s president....
Hanayagi Dancing Academy’s Annual “Maizome”
WHO/WHAT: Hanayagi Dancing Academy presents its annual “Maizome” or first recital of the year. At the event, a new master dance instructor, Shihan Hanayagi Mitsujyuro and a new Hanayagi natori (certified dancer who receives...
RSVP Deadline Extended For Japanese Women’s Society Foundation’s Second Women’s Leadership Summit And 36th...
WHO/WHAT: The deadline for the Japanese Women’s Society Foundation’s second annual Women’s Leadership Summit in Hawaii and its 36th Fashion Show Luncheon at the Sheraton Waikiki Hotel has been extended to March 16.
The Summit...
100th Infantry Battalion Veterans Present “Spring Fling Bazaar”
WHO/WHAT: The 100th Infantry Battalion Veterans will present a Spring Fling Bazaar. The event will feature the handiwork of talented local artists at the Mini-Craft Fair. Items include aloha print paddle and baseball bat...
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