HAWAI I JAPANESE CENTER

HILO, HI

Hawaii Japanese Center is a cultural center located in Hilo, Hawaii. The center was established in 1974, and its primary objective is to preserve and promote the Japanese culture in Hawaii. The center is situated on a 40-acre property, and it features various facilities, including a museum, a tea house, a gift shop, and a Japanese garden.

The museum showcases the history and legacy of the Japanese community in Hawaii through interactive exhibits, artifacts, and photographs. Visitors can learn about the Japanese immigration to Hawaii, the plantation era, and the Japanese-American internment during World War II.

The tea house is a traditional Japanese-style building that offers visitors a unique cultural experience. Visitors can participate in a tea ceremony, enjoy Japanese sweets, and learn about the art of tea making.

The gift shop sells a variety of Japanese goods, including books, ceramics, and souvenirs. The Japanese garden is a serene and peaceful area that features a koi pond, a waterfall, and various plants and flowers.

The Hawaii Japanese Center also hosts various cultural events throughout the year, such as a cultural festival, bonsai exhibit, and Japanese language classes. The center is open to the public, and admission fees vary depending on the activity.

HAWAI I JAPANESE CENTER is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in HILO HI. US MID #8401500074

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 50,968 from tax period 201110 (YYYYMM).

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HAWAI I JAPANESE CENTER
751 KANOELEHUA AVE
HILO
HI
96720-4517

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