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Japanese Cultural Society of Maui Celebrates Successful 24th Annual Maui Matsuri Festival

The Japanese Cultural Society of Maui successfully hosted the 24th Annual Maui Matsuri Japanese Festival, May 23, at the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College, bringing together the Maui community for a vibrant celebration of Japanese culture, tradition and friendship.

24th Annual Maui Matsuri returns with two-day celebration of Japanese culture

The Japanese Cultural Society of Maui will host the 24th annual Maui Matsuri across two events this month at the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College, beginning with a Children’s Festival on Saturday, followed by the Japanese Festival on May 23.

Nihon Bunka awardees honored and installation of new Board set at Shinnenkai

The Japanese Cultural Society of Maui announced the recipients of this year’s prestigious Nihon Bunka Awards given to outstanding individuals for their excellence and lifetime dedication to the perpetuation of the Japanese arts and culture, and for their unselfish willingness to share their talents with the community to inspire future generations. 

Celebrate Japanese culture at UHMC on May 25: Drumming, dancing, food and more

The 22nd annual Maui Matsuri Japanese Festival is planned to take place at the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College campus on Saturday, May 25. The Japanese Festival event is from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. and will include free entertainment, kids crafts, food booths and trucks, crafters, exhibits, hands-on activities, passport activity, and much more.

Maui Matsuri Art Contest Accepting Applications from Students K-12

The 16th annual Maui Matsuri Art Contest is accepting art entries from students, with cash prizes up to $100. The deadline to enter and submit artwork is Sept. 10.