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Maui Taiko to bring century-old island tradition to national stage at 2025 National Cherry Blossom Festival

A cherished Maui tradition will soon travel 5,000 miles to the heart of the nation’s capital as Maui Taiko takes center stage at the 2025 National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, D.C. The group will showcase its powerful drumming in two highly anticipated performances, including the festival’s Opening Ceremony and the annual Sakura Taiko Fest. […]

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.

JoAnn Inamasu Named Maui Office of Economic Development Director

Maui Mayor Michael Victorino today announced the appointment of JoAnn Inamasu as the new director of the County’s Office of Economic Development. She succeeds Kay Fukumoto, who is stepping down effective June 15 to focus on family commitments. Inamasu’s appointment takes effect June 16.

Mayor-Elect Victorino Announces 13 More Appointments

Mayor-elect Mike Victorino announced today a new appointment as director for the county Department of Finance, 10 deputy directors, the new administration’s budget director and the director of the Mayor’s Office of Economic Development.

Maui Based Documentary to Air: Great Grandfather’s Drum

Great Grandfathers Drum, a documentary celebrating Japanese American culture and history on Maui, airs on PBS Hawaii this month.