The Untold Story:Internment <strong>of</strong> <strong>Japanese</strong> Americans in Hawai‘iDVD Sales Opens to the Public on August 10Call the Gift Shop at (808) 945-7633 Ext. 43to purchase your copy or for more information.Upcoming Screenings/DVD SalesThe Untold Story: Internment <strong>of</strong> <strong>Japanese</strong>Americans in Hawai‘i returns to the neighborislands and several cities in California this fall.Each screening will be followed by a paneldiscussion with JCCH President and ExecutiveDirector Carole Hayashino and staff associatesJane Kurahara and Betsy Young. A limitednumber <strong>of</strong> The Untold Story DVDs will beavailable to purchase at each screening.The Untold Story Returns toMaui and Kaua‘i!MauiSaturday, September 710:00 amThe Historic Iao Theater68 North Market StreetWailukuGeneral Admission $10Purchase options:Box <strong>of</strong>fice hours: M,W, F: 11:00 am–3:00 pmOrder by phone: Call (808) 242-6969Online tickets purchase:www.mauionstage.comKaua‘iSunday, September 222:00 pmKaua‘i Community CollegePerforming Arts <strong>Center</strong>3-1901 Kaumualii HighwayLihueGeneral Admission $10Tickets available beginning August 26Times Supermarket, Lihue Store–Kaua‘iAll Big Save Markets–Kaua‘iFor more information, contactAudrey Kaneko at muromoto@jcch.comThe Untold Story Going to California:The Untold Story in San Jose with the<strong>Japanese</strong> American Museum <strong>of</strong> San JoseSaturday, October 51:00 pmWesley United Methodist Church566 N 5th Street, San Josewww.jamsj.orgThe Untold Story in San Francisco with the<strong>Japanese</strong> <strong>Cultural</strong> and Community <strong>Center</strong><strong>of</strong> Northern CaliforniaSunday, October 62:00 pm<strong>Japanese</strong> <strong>Cultural</strong> and Community <strong>Center</strong><strong>of</strong> Northern California1840 Sutter Street, San Franciscowww.jcccnc.orgThe Untold Story in Los Angeles with the<strong>Japanese</strong> American National MuseumSaturday, October 262:00 pm<strong>Japanese</strong> American National Museum100 North Central Avenue, Los AngelesFree with museum admissionwww.janm.org2454 South Beretania StreetHonolulu, HI 96826tel: (808) 945-7633fax: (808) 944-1123email: info@jcch.comwebsite: www.jcch.comFollow us on Facebook,Twitter and YouTubeOFFICE HOURSMonday–Friday8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.GALLERY GIFT SHOP HOURSTuesday–Friday10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.Saturday9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.RESOURCE CENTER HOURSTuesday –Friday10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.Saturday10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.(or by appointment from1:00–4:00 p.m.)Mission Statement:To be a vibrant resource,strengthening our diverse communityby educating present andfuture generations in the evolving<strong>Japanese</strong> American experiencein Hawai‘i. We do this throughrelevant programming, meaningfulcommunity service andinnovative partnerships thatenhance the understanding andcelebration <strong>of</strong> our heritage,culture and love <strong>of</strong> the land.To guide us in this work we drawfrom the values found in our<strong>Japanese</strong> American traditions andthe spirit <strong>of</strong> Aloha.2
Aloha!As the summer edition <strong>of</strong> Legacies goesto print, we’re preparing for the publiclaunch <strong>of</strong> the JCCH documentary film,The Untold Story: Internment <strong>of</strong> <strong>Japanese</strong>Americans in Hawai‘i.Since its October 2012 premier, The Untold Story has generatedinterest in the unique wartime experience <strong>of</strong> <strong>Japanese</strong>Americans in Hawai‘i and brought increased attention tothe historical preservation and educational activities <strong>of</strong> the<strong>Japanese</strong> <strong>Cultural</strong> <strong>Center</strong> <strong>of</strong> Hawai‘i. To date, over 3,500 peoplehave watched The Untold Story at community screenings heldon O‘ahu, Maui, Kaua‘i and Hawai‘i. Consolidated Theaters atPearlridge ran the documentary for eight weeks and <strong>Hawaii</strong>anAirlines has the film available on its international flightsbetween Honolulu and Japan.Many <strong>of</strong> you suggested we send the film to schools andgive copies to teachers for their classroom. I am pleased toannounce that grants from the State <strong>of</strong> Hawai‘i and PreserveAmerica will enable us to develop a teacher’s guide, duplicatesupplemental materials and distribute The Untold Story tohigh school social studies teachers throughout the state.Our educational activities, however, are not limited toWorld War II. We continue to expand our educationaloutreach to elementary school children through our<strong>Cultural</strong> Discovery Box Program. Last year, we had arecord number <strong>of</strong> students tour the historical exhibition,Okage Sama De, and we continue to develop strategies toteach the immigrant experience, plantation life as well ascultural classes for all ages and all audiences.In the coming year, you’ll see our educational programsincrease in scope and audience. You’ll also continue tosee us around the community at the Okinawan Festivalin late August and Peace Day on September 21st. If youhave a moment, please visit us at the <strong>Japanese</strong> <strong>Cultural</strong><strong>Center</strong> <strong>of</strong> Hawai‘i, pick up a DVD at the Gift Shop,meet sumo legend Jesse Kuhaulua (August 30) or learnabout <strong>Japanese</strong> American history through our historicalexhibit or Resource <strong>Center</strong>. Help us continue to meetour mission to Honor our heritage, Embrace our diversityand Share our future.Aloha,It has been a privilege serving on the <strong>Japanese</strong><strong>Cultural</strong> <strong>Center</strong> <strong>of</strong> Hawai‘i’s Board <strong>of</strong>Governors and Board <strong>of</strong> Directors for the pastten years. In this my final year, I am honoredto once again serve as your chair.Your <strong>Cultural</strong> <strong>Center</strong> has been busy over the past few monthsclosing out our 25th Anniversary Celebration, hosting the galaSharing the Spirit <strong>of</strong> Aloha, convening our annual membershipmeeting and participating in many community events.As we closed out the celebration <strong>of</strong> our 25th Anniversary, weproudly celebrated a renewed vitality, increased visibility andgreater interest in the JCCH. The JCCH film The Untold Story:Internment <strong>of</strong> <strong>Japanese</strong> Americans in Hawai‘i was shown to sold outaudiences on O‘ahu, Maui, Kaua‘i, the Hawai‘i Island and on theWest Coast. Additionally, JCCH continues to gain recognition forits leadership in the efforts to preserve Honouliuli so that it canstand as a place to teach future generations <strong>of</strong> what can happenif we are not vigilant. The <strong>Cultural</strong> <strong>Center</strong> has been successful ingarnering support from the State Legislature and the National ParkService in these efforts.We closed out the fiscal year with our gala Sharing the Spirit<strong>of</strong> Aloha honoring Jennifer Goto Sabas, Kurt Osaki, AlvinOkami and the Okami Family, John Okutani (Spirit <strong>of</strong> JCCH)and Pacific Guardian Life. Thanking them all for not onlyembodying the Spirit <strong>of</strong> Aloha but for their efforts to share thatspirit with the community locally and elsewhere. It was a trulymemorable event and made possible only due to the dedication<strong>of</strong> many volunteers and the JCCH Staff.I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to outgoing boardmembers, Curt Otaguro, Gordon Kagawa, Lance Mizumoto,and Dennis Esaki. We have been the beneficiaries <strong>of</strong> yourwisdom and support. The <strong>Japanese</strong> <strong>Cultural</strong> <strong>Center</strong> <strong>of</strong> Hawai‘iis better today thanks to your service.It also gives me great pleasure to welcome new board membersChristine Kubota, Mitchell Nishimoto, and Lori Teranishi, allsuccessful business leaders who will bring a fresh prospectiveand new energy to your <strong>Cultural</strong> <strong>Center</strong>.Thank you, again, for allowing me the opportunity to leadyour <strong>Cultural</strong> <strong>Center</strong>. We have many exciting things plannedfor the coming fiscal year. You can keep informed <strong>of</strong> ouractivities through Legacies or by visiting our website atwww.jcch.com. If you enjoy our programs and events, pleasehelp us spread the word and encourage your friends andfamily to become members.Dōmo Arigatō Gozaimasu,Carole HayashinoPresident and Executive DirectorTyler TokiokaChairman <strong>of</strong> the Board3