Japan Cultural Center NPO Review

Great place for large functions but the parking is a bit pricey (validated parking for 3 hours was $8).

Does it cost money to visit? There is no need to go there.

Underwhelmed. There's a small exhibit that you can donate to see, a banquet hall people can rent, a gift shop, a dojo, and a small office building.

The thrift shop is a great place to find collector items.

Very traditional look and feel, great place for a big group

Went to a work sponsored conference. Lots of good food and great service. Free validated parking. Not so good for taller vehicles

It's very exciting when there's festivals going on. Also it's fun when bringing your children and looking around the area

Attended a Christmas party the food was really good four-star the staff was very courteous and pleasant five star atmosphere and place it was nice and clean and enjoyable Party Store yes I would recommend it and come back again

not much to see but bldg. etc. nice bldg.I.guess but what does it provide the community . see.

Best place to learn about the Japanese in Hawaii with staff always ready to answer questions and share resources.

Nice and clean had our 40th Class Reunion, McKinley High

Everything unique. Excellent experience a must see to understand the Japanese influences and heritage associated with the islands

Great place to park. Really cool events and shopping.

With the mission to be a vibrant resource, strengthening a diverse community by educating present and future generations in the evolving Japanese American experience in Hawai i, the Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii does an incredible job at accomplishing its goals.

Japanese in Hawaii are the 2nd largest ethnic group.

In 1920, they constituted 43% of Hawaii's population. Now about 16.7% of the islands' population - 2000 US Census, which separately categorizes mixed-race individuals, so the proportion of people with some Japanese ancestry is likely much larger

The greatest challenge for the Japanese in Hawaii came in 1941 with the bombing of Pearl Harbor. All Japanese -aliens as well as citizens- were suspect.

Community leaders were detained and sent to internment camps.

However, many continued to demonstrate their loyalty to the United States by joining the military or by supporting the war effort at home.

To demonstrate loyalty, many Japanese removed the Emperor s photo which most used to display in their homes, removing family photos and artifacts that reminded them of home.

They were caught between a rock and a hard place because they too were attacked by the Japanese, as they lived in Hawaii and had made it home

We are rather interested in all things Japan so we chose to visit the Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii. The Tokioka Heritage Resource Center honors Japanese heritage, embracing their diversity.

The collection is impressive, about 5,500 books in English and Japanese, including archival collections, oral history, transcripts and historical photos.

Manager and volunteers are available to help visitors, offering commercial translation, genealogical research and Japanese name consultant services.

We learned much about the story of the Japanese in Hawaii, from the first group who arrived in 1868 to work the sugar cane fields. Like most emigrants, Japanese left familiar environments for an unknown land across the ocean that was advertised to them as paradise yet encountering harsh conditions, long and arduous hours of work, plantation life that provided homes in camps, segregated by race.

The Japanese women not only labored in the fields but also cooked, washed and cared for their children.
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Visit, it is worth every penny of the small entrance fee!

I attended a Lecture in one of their Meeting Rooms. The atmosphere was very inviting. Very clean and organized. The chairs arranged perfectly. The refreshments were spot on. The Hot Coffee was hot. The Iced Water was cold. Ample cups for our large group. The service people were attentive, quiet and efficient.

Was stuck in the parking structure for 30 minutes. Cashier didnt have enough change, and event coordinators didnt tell us that we would have to pay for parking after it was validated.

Go visit their powerful permanent exhibition, "Okage Sama De." I went on assignment but ended up thoroughly enjoying it. Very well put together and moving!

Nice venue. Food decent. Audio horrendous and feedback prone.

Love the cultural education I can get about my background and Okinawan heritage.

Validated parking $8 with validation at a banquet there food was cold

Great Festival!
One foods!
Guava smoked pork and fried rice!!!!!

Went there for a cooking demonstration. It was okay. Too many people came and ran out of some food to taste.

YEAH RIGHT! SUCH A CULTURAL EXPERIENCE I WOULDN'T KNOW WHAT TO DO WITH MYSELF.

THE ENLIGHTENMENT IS JUST TOO MUCH TO BARE!

Go there for the local HiREI club meeting, its a good place to hold large meetings and events.

Been to the Moana Ball rooms a number of times. Always friendly staff and food is very good.

Went here for a Japanese Art exibition. Was okay, but not big enough.

If you want to host s big party or host you wedding this is the place.

We just attended a great presentation by the JCCH on Gannenmono, the first Japanese to immigrate to Hawaii.

Okay rooms for functions, but the food was horrible.Function rooms could be done a little better then looking like run down and shabby looking.

Parking facility was sort of spooky to navigate through at night ... poor signage.
Room used for cooking seminar however was very adequate.

Went to Fashion Steps out Drag Pageant. The show was fun.

Location offers a variety of spaces for various events. Parking is available I. The multi level parking too.

I went here for NEET in 2017. I had a lot of fun but there wasn't much to see.

Had a great time at the New Year's Festival held at the Japanese Cultural Center. Authentic traditions were explored and hands-on exhibits were displayed for optimal learning experience.

I love their annual rummage sale. So many high quality stuff at a great price.

Pretty easy to find, really sticks out. If you're looking to park then go to Lab Diagnostic Services, this is the right place. It's a little tricky to find from the parking garage elevator but turn right off of the elevator, walk down the hall towards the small staircase, then turn left. It will be on your left, facing the street you pull into the parking garage off of.

Not enough restrooms for women and they're dirty. They also run out of toilet paper too quickly. There were a lot of women present at a meeting on October 20th. They ran out of parking early. This is not a good location for large groups.

Great place to hold a large party. Staff did a nice job taking care of our 400+ sized group. Reasonable validated parking. Located across the street from Longs Drug, near University Ave.

Well organized public space. Access to restrooms and ratio of women's conveniences are a problem.

Beautiful place. Got historical displays. Good for parties

I was invited here for a Christmas party and the location was nice. The hall was huge and comfortable.

This place was awesome & banging. Thank you to all the waiters there for serving us the food & drinks; it was all delicious. Hope to come back here next time. Keep up the good work guys!

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Amazing complex and probably the best dojo on the island

I attended a credit union function here with my sister. Could'nt wait to enter the buffet line. The food selections were great! They served this cake for desert that was excellent! The room was nice, but a little on the "chilly" side. The staff was friendly and very on top of their job.

Lovely venue for any occasion! Parking is good, restrooms are clean, food is good and staff are friendly

Very nice museum of the Japanese-American experience in Hawaii

Great place for large, and most the staff is very friendly

Many events are held at their ballroom. Plenty of parking. Some may find it easier to hold their next meeting here than Waikiki.

The banquet halls upstairs are big and the food I really enjoy. The actual center downstairs is really interesting to walk through and learn about. It also has a dojo center in the back portion. Looking to go here to check out the Japanse Ctural Center showrooms, there is parking available and there is a small parking fee.

Caution. The parking is expensive... Even 15 minutes will cost $6.00! No human attendant so it is hard to get out of this parking money trap.

Highly educational and enlightening experience. Was amazed to learn of the slavery in Hawaii and the mis-treatment of the people. Everyone on the island should visit this eye&heart opening museum.

This venue is oftentimes more convenient and practical for small to medium size events. The food caterer is good and the facilities are well kept. Parking fee is on the high end, but probably cheaper than venues in Waik k hotels. I enjoy coming here!

Enjoyed the atmosphere at this wonderful well organized pageant event. Host were funny and very knowledgeable and comforting.

Plenty banquet food. Insufficient parking. Had to park on the street.