As the first anniversary of the Aug. 8 fires in Lahaina approaches, we would like to invite you to a trip down memory lane with this book "Dear Maui - 12 Stories around Maui." Twelve writers and photographers have compiled their stories into a breathtaking collection, which cherishes the treasures we lost in the town of Lahaina. Please learn more and support by visiting: https://littlegiftbooks.com/
Note from publisher Yukie Masumoto: The book is available at bookstores in Japan, as well as on Amazon and Rakuten-Books online marketplaces. Additionally, the publisher accepts individual orders from overseas, priced at 2700 yen, which is about $18 at the current exchange rate. The flat overseas shipping cost is 1000 yen, approximately $6.50 - this is a significantly lower cost compared to those on other marketplaces. |
|
Upcoming events
-
20 Nov 2024 8:00 AMOnline
-
28 Dec 2024 4:00 PMWailuku Hongwanji Mission, Wailuku
-
11 Jan 2025 4:00 PMKahului Jodo Mission
Recent news
Become a memberANYONE CAN JOIN!Sign-up or renew your membership. Membership dues start at only $10 for 18 years and below and seniors 60+. If you are interested in serving on the JCSM all-volunteer Board, please email Deron Furukawa at jcsmhawaii@gmail.com. We are always looking for active leaders to further our mission. |
The Japanese Cultural Society of Maui established the Ganbare Maui Community Recovery Fund to stand in solidarity with the people of Maui after catastrophic Aug. 8 wildfires that resulted in loss of life and significant damages in Upcountry and West Maui.
The Japanese in Hawaii, such as the community in the town of Lahaina, have deep historical roots that span generations of more than 150 years from the Gannenmono, the first Japanese contract laborers recruited in 1868. Historical churches and other places of worship, well-preserved documents and cultural traditions have turned into ashes. More important, generational homes and residents’ sense of place that define their identity are also lost in the flames. Thousands have been displaced, many are still missing, and the number of those who have perished rises each day as search and rescue continue.
During this difficult time as we mourn with family and friends, our spirit remains strong. We urge the Japanese community throughout the State of Hawaii, across the nation, and in the world to stand with us. We understand recovery will take years, but our resolve to never give up is firm.
This fundraising effort is dedicated to support recovery efforts, restoration programs and special initiatives in line with the preservation and perpetuation of Maui’s thriving Japanese culture and community. We are a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, and if you wish to make a donation, go to jcsmaui.org. Checks may be sent to JCSM at PO Box 5090, Kahului, HI 96733. For inquiries, email jcsmhawaii@gmail.com.
JCSM will match the first $35,000 of funds raised.
マウイ日本文化協会（Japanese Cultural Society of Maui）は、この度8月8日に起きたアップカントリーと西マウイの山火事で被災された方々を支援する“がんばれマウイ復興募金”を開設いたしました。
ハワイにおける日本人移民の歴史は、1868年にラハイナタウンなどのパイナップルやサトウキビプランテーションで働くために呼び寄せられた“元年者”と呼ばれる最初の移民にさかのぼります。およそ150年の間、日系人は世代を重ね、マウイのコミュニティに深く根差してきました。ラハイナの移民達によって築かれた日本の寺院や、大切に引き継がれてきた記録は一晩にして灰と化してしまいました。何よりも、それぞれの家族が先祖から受け継いできた大切な家や次世代へ引き継がれるはずだった思い出がすべて焼失してしまったのです。マウイ島では数千人もの方々が行き場を失い、多くの方が未だ行方不明、捜索が進むにつれ確認される死者の数は日に日に増え続けています。今は島民すべてが被災者に思いを寄せ、心を痛めていますが、復興への意志は強く持っています。
マウイ日本文化協会は、ハワイ州のみならずアメリカ本土、日本、世界中からの応援、支援を強く呼びかけます。この募金は、マウイにおける日系人コミュニティの復興の足掛かりとなることを願います。
マウイ日本文化協会は、非営利団体 (501(c)(3)) です。募金は、jcsmaui.org からお願いいたします。チェックを郵送される場合は、JCSM 宛て、PO Box 5090, Kahului, HI 96733で受け付けております。ご質問等はEmailにて、jcsmhawaii@gmail.comまでお願いします。
マウイ日本文化協会は、$35,000.00まで貴殿の募金と同額を寄付させていただきます。ご支援の程よろしくお願いいたします。