Upcoming Events
JCCH (Japanese Cultural Center Hawaii) Irasshai
Join us in volunteering for the Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii's Irasshai fundraiser. Irasshai is an amazing event where the center is filled with various food and drink vendors.
Attendees purchase a $180 ticket to come and try the food to their hearts content.
In all previous years, there has been more than enough food for attendees and volunteers are able to enjoy trying the various restaurants towards the end of the night. After personally experiencing JCI Honolulu's outstanding volunteers helping at other JCCH events, they have extended an invitation to us to volunteer for this event.
JCCH is looking for volunteers for various shifts. From guest check-in to entertainment/stage management.
Friday, April 3rd, 2026
Time: Times vary by shift
Location: Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii
(2454 S Beretania Street, Honolulu)
Parking: Shinnyoen
Volunteers must be 21+
Volunteers must bring: Black clothing and a valid ID
April General Member Meeting & Easter Egg Hunt
April General Member Meeting & Easter Egg Hunt
Join us for a fun General Membership Meeting, open to all members and interested guests who want to connect, contribute, and make new friends.
We will be highlighting exciting upcoming events, shining the spotlight on our very own Director Keith Miyashiro,
and wrapping the night with a lighthearted, friendly Easter egg hunt competition.
Complete with prizes for the winners!
Monday, April 6, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM to 8 PM
Location: Currents Downtown
(Located in Central Pacific Plaza, 220 S King St Suite 05, Honolulu, HI 96813)
Parking: Inside CPB building any time after 4 PM, Validation will be covered
HJJCC Dodgeball Tournament
Get ready... It's time for Dodgeball!
The 4th Annual HJJCC Dodgeball Tournament - Invitational is just around the corner.
Join us for an exciting, action-packed day of friendly competition and camaraderie with fellow HJJCC and JCI members.
4th Annual HJJCC Dodgeball Tournament - Invitational
Saturday, April 18, 2026
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Halawa District Park Gym
99-795 Iwaiwa St., Aiea, HI 96701
Here are a few key tournament details to know:
Cost: $180 per team or $30 per player, whichever is greater
Who Can Play: Open to HJJCC members and invited JCI chapter member teams
Team Size: 6 players per game, with up to 2 alternates allowed (8 players max per team)
Coed Rule: Each team must have at least 2 men and 2 women on the court at all times
One Team Rule: Players may only register for one team
Membership Requirement: All players must be current members of their chapter and remain so throughout the tournament
Team Uniforms:
Guidelines for team uniforms, along with rules and tournament information are attached.
If you are interested in using former HJJCC Member Leighton Ota, Design Pagoda, for uniform printing, please contact him directly at info@designpagoda.com.
Space is limited, so be sure to register soon. We look forward to seeing you there!
Q1 New Member Orientation & Social
Join us for our Q1 New Member Orientation (NMO)!
Whether you just joined the chapter or are a current member who could use a refresher on what the chapter has to offer,
NMO is the perfect opportunity to get acquainted with how to make the most of the JCI Honolulu membership.
NMO will be followed by our Painting with a Twist social!
We will be following along a Bob Ross tutorial while enjoying sake and light refreshments.
We will finish off with a night of lively karaoke at Wave808.
(If you are not a new member, you can still join us for just the social activities)
Saturday, March 28, 2026
Time: 1:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Location:
Hawaii Todaiji
(426 Luakini St, Honolulu, HI 96817)
Wave 808 Karaoke
(808 Sheridan St #201, Honolulu, HI 96814)
NMO: Free for JCI Honolulu / $5 for guest
Painting: $10 for JCI Honolulu / $20 for guest
Karaoke: $15 for JCI Honolulu / $30 for guest
Deadline to RSVP: March 21
Red Shoe 5k Fun Walk
Aloha JCI Honolulu!
Please join us for the annual Red Shoe 5K Fun Walk!
Registration is $35, but each participant can create a fundraising link to raise even more money for the cause.
All proceeds go to the Ronald McDonald House Charities to support Hawaii families in need.
This walk will include a bunch of swag and is even pet-friendly too! So come out, get some exercise, and let’s bond for a great cause as JCI Honolulu!
Sunday, March 22, 2026
Time: 7am - 9:30am
Location: Ala Moana Shopping Mall (Check in at center stage and meet at Lupicia)
Select “Register > Participate > Join a Team > JCI Honolulu”
Please remember to bring water and wear a JCI Shirt if you have one.
Hope to see you there!
Foodies for Local Businesses
If you love great food and supporting local businesses, we’ve got something special for you!
Join us for our very first Foodies for Local Businesses outing at Udon Yonpachi!
We’ll enjoy an amazing meal together and hear from owner Tina Kaku in a casual talk story about her journey starting and running a small business in Hawaiʻi.
It’s a great opportunity to connect, learn, and support local.
Saturday, March 21, 2026
Time: 5 PM
Location: Udon Yonpachi
(111 McCully St Suite B-3, Honolulu, HI 96826))
Deadline to RSVP: March 19
JCI USA Training
*We are excited to share our upcoming JCI America training sessions!*
Two opportunities to strengthen your leadership skills and your organization’s impact:
*Leadership & Team Management*
March 12th | 19:00 GMT-3
Learn how to move from managing tasks to strategically leading people and building high-performing teams.
Trainer: Marinel Canela
*Strategic Planning*
March 17th | 19:00 GMT-3
Turn ideas into clear priorities and actionable plans for your Local or National Organization
Trainers: Luis Lane & Victoria Ibañez
*Platform:* Zoom
Sessions will be conducted in English with simultaneous interpretation in Spanish, French and Portuguese.
Open to all JCI members ready to learn, grow and lead.
*Register here:* *https://linktr.ee/jciamerica*
Please send a photo of you attending for points!
JCI USA Training
*We are excited to share our upcoming JCI America training sessions!*
Two opportunities to strengthen your leadership skills and your organization’s impact:
*Leadership & Team Management*
March 12th | 19:00 GMT-3
Learn how to move from managing tasks to strategically leading people and building high-performing teams.
Trainer: Marinel Canela
*Strategic Planning*
March 17th | 19:00 GMT-3
Turn ideas into clear priorities and actionable plans for your Local or National Organization
Trainers: Luis Lane & Victoria Ibañez
*Platform:* Zoom
Sessions will be conducted in English with simultaneous interpretation in Spanish, French and Portuguese.
Open to all JCI members ready to learn, grow and lead.
*Register here:* *https://linktr.ee/jciamerica*
Please send a photo of you attending for points!
JCI Honolulu 2026 Awards & Installation Banquet
WHEN: Saturday, February 21, 2026 from 5–9pm
WHERE: 3660 On the Rise
Details to follow!
JASH Japan Wizards Competition 2026
When: Saturday, February 21, 2026,
Time: 8am–3pm
Location: UH Mānoa Campus Center
High school academic team competition, testing students’ knowledge of Japanese language, art, culture, economy, food, geography, history, politics & government, religion, U.S./Hawaii-Japan ties. Top 2 private school and top 2 public school teams win a cultural immersion trip to Japan sponsored by Hawaiian Airlines.
● Need volunteers for: (1) Competition Panels [judge, moderator, timer, score keeper], (2) Registration staff, (3) Activity Center, and (4) College fair
● Volunteer orientation on Saturday, January 31, 2026 (mandatory for Competition Panel roles)
● Volunteers will receive a JWC T-shirt, breakfast, bento lunch, and acknowledgement in the program
Sign-Up Links (please do both)
February 2026 General Membership Meeting
First GMM of the year!
Location: Currents Downtown (Central Pacific Plaza, 220 S King St, Honolulu, HI 96813)
Parking available in building. Validation provided for attendees.
JASH New Year's Reception
Celebrate the start of the new year at Washington Place with an evening of great company, meaningful conversations, and delicious food. Hosted by Governor Josh Green and First Lady Jaime Kanani Green in collaboration with JASH, this special gathering brings together friends and supporters to kick off 2026 in a warm and welcoming setting.
Volunteer Time: 4–7pm
Event Time: 5–8pm
Community Work Day with Hoʻoulu ʻĀina
WHEN: Saturday, January 24, 2026 from 9am–12pm
WHERE: 3659 Kalihi Street, Honolulu, HI 96819
Come together with Hoʻoulu ʻĀina on their hāna kahe wai workday to help restore Kalihi’s watershed. Engage in mālama ʻāina practices such as organic reforestation, gardening, and cultural sharing.
Please wear boots and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty, and be prepared to use tools such as picks, shovels, ʻōʻō, and machetes (if you have your own, please bring!!).
SIGN UP HERE!
Taiko Workshop/Seminar
Feel the powerful rhythm of the taiko! JCI Honolulu invites you to an energetic, hands-on workshop where you'll learn the fundamentals of traditional Japanese drumming.
In this workshop, members of Ewa Fukushima Bon Dance Club will guide you through:
Basic stances and striking techniques
Simple, foundational rhythms
The spirit and teamwork of taiko
No experience is necessary—just bring your energy and enthusiasm! This is a fantastic opportunity to try something new, connect with the community, and make some noise.
Spots are limited. Sign up today!
When: Saturday, January 17, 2026
Time: 2p–4pm
Where: Todaiji Hawaii
Light refreshments will be provided.
SIGN UP HERE!
JCCH New Year's Ohana Festival
Volunteering Opportunity
Shift 1: 9:30am–12:30pm
Shift 2: 12:30–3:30pm
Clean-Up Shift: 3:30pm~
Adopt a Temple Clean Up
Please help volunteer to help clean up Hawaii Todaiji Temple. JCI Honolulu’s home base for many years. Help us with various task around the temple.
Replace window screens
Sand, tape, and prime shrines
wipe down windows of tea house
sweep and clean inside of tea house
When: Sunday, December 21st, 2025
Time: 10 AM - 1 PM
Location: Hawaii Todaiji (426 Luakini St, Honolulu, HI 96817)
Sign up to Volunteer HERE
HCJ X JCIHNL Holiday Hot Pot Social
Celebrate the holidays at the HCJ X JCIHNL Holiday Hotpot Social.
Enjoy a night of Hotpot, Holiday festival games and prizes, and a $20 White Elephant gift exchange (Optional if you want to play)
When: Sunday, December 14 2025
Time: 5 - 8 PM
Where: Todaiji Hawaii Bekkaku Honzan
HCJ and JCI Honolulu Members : Free
Guest: $10
We will have a White Elephant Gift Exchange Game if you want to play. Minimum for the prize is $20
4th Quarter New Member Orientation
Join us for the JCI Honolulu 4th Quarter New Member Orientation on December 6, 2025 at Aya Golf Lounge! This event is a great chance to learn more about our organization, meet other new members, pick up your JCI HNL t-shirt, and be a part of our pinning ceremony led by our President.
Informal Social & Networking afterwards from 5PM-6PM - Purchase options for food/drinks from Aya, karaoke $2/song, and darts
Agenda
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Welcome and Check-in
Informal social opportunity to meet JCI HNL members
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
New Member Orientation Presentation
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Informal social & networking (optional)
Karaoke room $2 per song
Darts
Purchase food/drinks from Aya
December General Member Meeting
December General Member Meeting
Hear upcoming updates and projects from JCI Honolulu and other JC chapters.
After please enjoy a tour of the Honolulu Coffee Company warehouse provided by Sean Takehara and then a coffee cupping to follow!
When: Monday, December 1st, 2025
Time: 6pm - 7pm (GMM)\
7pm - END (Tour and cupping)
Location: Honolulu Coffee Warehouse (1122 Makepono St #400, Honolulu, HI 96819)
Parking is limited (Please try to carpool)
Please RSVP HERE!
Lanakila Meal on Wheels
Lanakila Meal on Wheels
(SIGN UPS ARE CLOSED)
Help Deliver hot Thanksgiving meals to seniors and individuals with disabilities
(Joint project with Honolulu Chinese Jaycees)
When: Thursday, November 27, 2025 (Thanksgiving Day)
Time Commitment: Each delivery route contains multiple stops
and is expected to take 2 hours or less. Start time is anywhere
between 7:30–9:30am, depending on pick-up location.
Pick-Up Location/Delivery Areas:
a. Pick-up in Liliha. Delivery area between Hawaii Kai and Salt Lake.
b. Pick-up in Mililani. Delivery area between North Shore and Aiea.
c. Pick-up in Kapolei. Delivery area between Makaha and Waipahu.
d. Pick-up in Kaneohe. Delivery area between Kahuku and Waimanalo.
● On application, you can set an order of your preferred Pick-Up Location/Delivery Area, but your assignment will be decided by Lanakila Meal on Wheels according to their needs.
● Volunteers must be at least 16 years old and be able to show proof of vehicle registration, vehicle insurance,
and valid driver’s license.
● Sign-Up Links (please do both)
JCI Hawaii State Membership Drive
State Membership Drive
When: Thursday, November 20, 2025
Time: 10am–2pm
Location: Central PacificPlaza
Targeting Downtown workers
● Incentive: the State will give each chapter $5 per member
recruited through the membership drive
● Need people to volunteer to represent our chapter
Sign up HERE if you would like to help run the booth!