Please follow us!   Our Sponsors More Sponsors Home l Privacy l The participating performers for the 19th Annual Honolulu Festival (2013) come from various regions of the Pacific Rim including Hawaii, Japan, Australia and the U.S. Mainland. Their performances vary from traditional and modern dance and music to arts and crafts. There is so much to see and do. *This page is constantly updated without notice, so please check back often for details. from Australia   Jaran Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Dance Company Jaran Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Dance Company is a company wholly established to promote the Indigenous Australian culture, custom, dance, song, lore, and history. Their objectives are to create economic opportunities for young Indigenous people and to teach dance, song, stories and language whilst following protocol and lore. [ URL ] https://www.facebook.com/JarranDancers   from Korea   INHA University   ASSESS ASSESS is a cheerleading team from INHA University in Korea. It was established in 1977. Action and Band teams are included in INHA University cheerleaders team which is called ASSESS. ASSESS is the name of a flower that means "passion" in equator. [ URL ] http://eng.inha.ac.kr     SEULGIDOONG Seulgidoong are undisputed representatives and performers of Korean traditional music in new pioneering spirit. They were founded in 1985 by 9 members from the Traditional Music Orchestra of Korea Broadcasting Systems. Since then, with their exceptional performing skills and unique musical sensibility, They has been providing traditional Korean music with contemporary sentiments and manifesting a new musical world through peculiar repertoire developments.   from Taiwan   Taipei National University of the Arts / Hawaii Taiwanese Center Taipei National University of the Arts (TNUA) is the leading art educational institution in Taiwan and is world-renowned for its great performance in the various arts fields. The program that will be presented in the Honolulu Festival has been co-composed by the teachers of the Department of Traditional Music, Department of Dance and Center for Traditional Arts. The performers are students, selected through auditions after 4 months of training, and are from various schools in the TNUA, including Music, Fine Arts and Cultural Resources. [ URL ] http://1www.tnua.edu.tw/   from Pennsylvania   Hempfield Area High School Concert Band and Jazz Band The Hempfield Concert Band will be performing a program celebrating American music. Selections range from traditional pieces like "America the Beautiful" to more modern compositions. The Hempfield Jazz Band brings the sound of classic Big Band music to the stage. Enjoy music by Buddy Rich, Sinatra, and more! [ URL ] http://www.hempfieldareaband.org/   from Hawaii   Anuhea ANUHEA, who recently toured sold-out North American venues with platinum Reggae act SOJA, has performed with a wide cross-section of top acts including Bruno Mars, Jack Johnson, Al Green, FloRida, Ziggy Marley, Katchafire, Trevor Hall, SOJA, Mishka, Donovan Frankenreiter and Taj Mahal, and is the recipient of two wins at the Na Hoku Hanohano Awards for "Contemporary Album of the Year" and "Most Promising Artist." AHUHEA is the most played artist on the radio in Hawaii and arguably the most famous female artist to ever come from the state of Hawaii, speaks fluent Hawaiian and is involved with many charitable organizations throughout the Hawaiian Islands and Pacific including Mana Maoli and Jack Johnson's Kokua Foundation. [ URL ] http://www.anuheajams.com/     61st Annual Cherry Blossom Festival Sponsored by the Honolulu Japanese Junior Chamber of Commerce, and thanks in large part to the generosityand support of major corporate sponsors and tireless volunteers, the festival continues to be one of the longest running ethnic celebrations in the State of Hawai'i. [ URL ] http://www.cbfhawaii.com/     BALIASI & HANAERI Chie Norieda will perform her original Asian dance "Baliasi" in the theme of the "Anchinkiyohime Monogatari" from the Japanese ancient writing "Tales of Ages Ago". In collaboration with Eriko Nagata who is active all around the world as a Flower Artist. They will be expressing the aesthetic sense in Japanese art emphasizing quiet simplicity and subdued refinement by their performance. [ URL ] http://baliasi.com/     Bento Rakugo Rakugo is a traditional Japanese comedy art form that is similar to stand-up comedy found in the United States, but performers sit down instead of standing up. Bento Rakugo is a dynamic group whose mission is to honor traditional Rakugo and also bring a modern twist to the famous "sit- down comedy". They have been performing at theatres, conventions, and colleges to bring laughter. [ URL ] http://bentorakugo.wix.com/home/     BIBAK Hawaii The BIBAK Hawaii is the acronym for Benguet/Baguio, Ifugao, Bontoc (Mountain Province), Apayao/Abra and Kalinga. These are provinces in the Cordillera in Northern Philippines. The objectives of BIBAK Hawaii are to promote fellowship and unity among BIBAK members in Hawaii, and to promote and preserve the cultural heritage of the Igorots of the Cordillera. [ URL ] http://www.bibakhawaii.blogspot.com     Brian Mogg Performance Center of Hawaii Brian Mogg Performance Center of Hawaii is one of seven golf schools conducted by Brian Mogg who has been selected as one of "TOP 50" golf instructors. The school offers variety of lessons for all levels of players.     Chaotic Five Chaotic Five is a kids rock band from Oahu. The members range in age from 11-13 years old and they play mostly classic rock music from the 70s, 80s and 90s. They first started practicing together about a year ago in their parents' garage. Since then they have learned songs from artists such as Journey, Toto, Van Halen, Blondie, Ozzy and Scorpions and more. The band has played at popular venues such as Hard Rock Cafe, Ala Moana Centerstage and at many charity events.     Chinagu Eisa Hawaii Chinagu Eisa Hawaii is a local Okinawan taiko group. Collaborating with their sister group in Okinawa called Naha Daiko, they perform Eisa taiko to traditional and modern music. Chinagu Eisa Hawaii is a very multigenerational group with members from age 5 to 80 years old. Their goals are to preserve and promote the Okinawan culture for the younger generations and to the local community with their dynamic and energetic performance.     Chinese Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii The Chinese Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii, founded in 1911, is one of the foremost Chinese organizations in Hawaii. Its many members are prominent leaders in Hawaii's financial and professional circles and play important roles in shaping the State's economic, social and political future. The Mission of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii is to promote business and economic development, to preserve Chinese culture, and to encourage civic responsibility.     Cosplay Cafe Student Veterans of America (SVA) is an independent student organization associated with the University of Hawaii-West Oahu (UHWO) campus. The SVA will help to set up the cosplay cafe at the Honolulu Festival. This club, recently formed at UHWO, is designed to provide support, activities and fellowship for members of the association, and to provide services to veterans within the university, community, and the State of Hawai'i. It is open to all University of Hawai'i - West O'ahu students, alumni, and faculty.     Dance Junction Hawaii Dance Junction Hawaii, under the direction of Jill Tanioka-Ventura, is a competitive dance team and studio opened in 2005. Dance Junction trains in jazz, lyrical, contemporary, and hip hop forms of dance for students ages 4-18. Dance Junction's team has traveled to California, Texas and Japan to compete nationally and internationally earning numerous awards. [ URL ] http://dancejunctionhawaii.com     Hawaii Kokuseiryu Shigin Group Hawaii Kokuseiryu Shigin-kai(Group) is one of the Shigin Groups in the United States, established 50 years ago. Shigin is traditional Japanese "poem reading" or chanting. Hawaii Kokuseiryu Shigin-kai have performed on many stages every year here in Hawaii and the mainland since its establishment. This will be their 3rd performance in the Honolulu Festival. The leader of their group is Ms. Tamae Oshiro who is an expert of various Shigin styles.     Hawaii Music Festivals - Hawaii Band & Orchestra Festival -  The participating bands; - Damien Memorial School Concert Band, Director Kent Sato - Kaiser High School Concert Band - Kalani High School Orchestra, Director Daniel Akemoto - 25th Infantry Division Army Rock Band, "Rock Steady Legacy" - Mililani High School Concert Band A, Director Bryan Hirata - Mililani High School Concert Band B, Director Bryan Hirata - Kauai High School Marching Band, Director Darryl Miyasato [ URL ] http://www.hawaiimusicfestivals.com/     Hawaii Senior Life Enrichment Association Hawaii Senior Life Enrichment Association (HISLEA) is a Non-profit Organization established in 2007. As of February, 2013, HISLEA has exceeded 1,200 memberships. Their mission is to enrich the lives of and to promote a spiritual active life for seniors of Hawaii and senior visitors from Japan and elsewhere through cultural education, community service, friendship, and recreation activities. [ URL ] http://www.hawaiiseniorlife.org/9english.html     Hawaii Shibashukai Shamisen & Kouta-Hauta Hawaii Shibashukai Shamisen & Kouta-Hauta group is one of the circles in the Hawaii Senior Life Enrichment Association founded in September 2010 with the leadership of Shamisen Maestro Kasuga Toyoshibashu. The group performed a charity concert at the Kuakini Hospital in 2011 and a recital at the Ala Moana Hotel in 2012. This is the second performance at the Honolulu Festival following the one in 2012. [ URL ] http://www.hawaiiseniorlife.org/9english.html     Hawaii United Okinawa Association The members of the Hawaii United Okinawa Association, led by President George Bartels, Jr. are here proudly carrying their banners representing the 49 clubs originating from various cities, towns, and villages in their homeland, Okinawa. Creating excitement in the crowd are their "chondara" or better known as Okinawan clowns followed by their paranku and eisa drummers. [ URL ] http://www.huoa.org     Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort The Hilton Hawaiian Village is proud to be celebrating our 15th year participating in this cultural parade. More than 50 volunteers from the Hilton Hawaiian Village participate in this event every year. The Hilton's Sumotori mikoshi was selected to represent and honor our Hawaiian contestants in the sumo wrestling sport. The float was also designed to reflect the spirit of the Hilton Hawaiian Village. [ URL ] http://www.hiltonhawaiianvillage.com     Honolulu Daijayama Hawaii and Omuta in Fukuoka has had a goodwill relationship for many years. Thus, Omuta's famous summer matsuri "Omuta Daijayama" that has been featured in past parades of the Honolulu Festival was changed to "Honolulu Daijayama" in 2008. Honolulu Daijayama will once again participate in the Honolulu Festival's parade down Kalakaua Avenue this year. The intensity of their performance, the bells ringing loudly, the fire gushing out, smoke spreading throughout the parade route, is an unforgettable sight for spectators seeing the Daijayama for the very first time. The Honolulu Festival has inherited the mikoshi that is used for Honolulu Daijayama from the city of Omuta. It was the Omuta people's strong desire that the people of Hawaii be able to experience the authenticity of their mikoshi and enjoy the traditions that go along with the festivities. And furthermore, so that the children of Hawaii can experience these same emotions, Chibikko Daijayama was given to the Honolulu Festival in 2009. The number of local volunteers has grown each year. It is a wonderful sight to see the people of Hawaii support the Honolulu Daijayama! Special feature: Honolulu Daijayama Special feature: Dialogue between Omuta Daijayama and Honolulu Daijayama     Honu By The Sea - The Imagine Show Honu By The Sea is a live, fun musical of a young Waikiki beach boy who takes a magical journey under the sea and meets several amazing ocean critters. Focused on sustainability and caring for the ocean and its inhabitants, the message of this fun whimsical musical appeals to children and adults of all ages. [ URL ] http://honubythesea.com     Kamehameha Schools Maui Japanese Club This Year's Maui Mikoshi Design Contest winner, the students of Kamehameha Schools Maui Japanese Club, will carry their winning Mikoshi in the Grand Parade.     KASSAPA (Marine Village Creation Project) The singer who suffered a great deal of damage in the great earthquake sings a song of support. (The performance by the Tsugaru samisen) And he asks for support.     Kauai High School Marching Band The Kauai High School Marching Band, directed by Darryl Miyasato will be joining the Honolulu Festival for their first time this year. The band is led by Drum Major, Trysten Caberto, who will also double on lead trumpet. They will be playing "Gonna Fly Now" and "Back to the Future" in the band festival and grand parade.     Kawaii Kon Kawaii Kon is a three-day convention event dedicated to creating a broader awareness of, and appreciation for Japanese animation by celebrating the richness of this art form. The convention promotes the growth of the anime and manga fan base in Hawaii, as well as growth of related community groups, businesses and industries both here and abroad. In addition to providing a central event for fans and enthusiasts, Kawaii Kon seeks to become a vehicle for sharing and disseminating industry information. Kawaii Kon also provides the community and related industries the opportunity to network and conduct business. Fans, artists and industry guests gather from all over the world here in Hawaii for this 3-day extravaganza. [ URL ] http://www.kawaii-kon.org     Kim Lecar Kim Lecar is a Singer-Songwriter from New York who recently moved to Oahu. Highlight Performances include "Reggae Jerk Jam" opening act for Jamaican Reggae Band "Third World," "Tampa Bays Got Talent" and was a Semi-finalist in the Altafrekuencia Record Competition "Quiero Cantar 2010," Tampa, Florida.  In late 2011 she launched the recording of her co-produced EP "Battles of The Heart" released in 2012 available on iTunes. [ URL ] http://kimlecar.com     KUPUNA ISLANDERS - HISLEA's Ukulele Circle "Kupuna Islanders" which is an ukulele player's group and one of the Hawaii Senior Life Enrichment Association (HISLEA) cultural activity circles, was founded by a few members of HISLEA in January 2009. Kupuna Islanders have performed at the Ukulele Picnic concerts and a few charity concerts at Kuakini Medical Centers. Jody Kamisato who is a professional ukulele player known as HEARTS & SOUL and the principal at " Ukulele Hale" has been instrumental for "Kupuna Islanders" since its beginning. [ URL ] http://www.hawaiiseniorlife.org/9english.html     Lahainaluna High School Lahainaluna High School won the 2nd Maui Mikoshi Design Contest in 2005. They will carry Pineapple Mikoshi at the Grand Parade.     Malofie Samoa Hawaii Malofie Samoa Hawaii is the premiere club and organization within the United States promoting traditional and authentic Samoan tatau (tattoo) culture. Its members are Samoan men and women of all ages who have all received the full body tattoo through the traditional Samoan methods that date back hundreds of years. It is these traditions that they strive to maintain in these modern times to uphold their history, culture and pride. Their mission is to develop future leaders, mentor the youth to become self-reliant and contributing members of society and to always lead by example by embracing the values, customs and responsibilities entrusted to us through their traditional tattoo.     Miss Chinatown Hawaii Organization The Miss Chinatown Hawaii Organization seeks outstanding women of Chinese descent to represent the community as semi-finalists. These semi-finalists receive training in Chinese history and culture, Chinese cooking, make-up, beauty and poise, interviewing, public speaking, self-defense, and personal development. Contestants are challenged mentally, physically, and spiritually during the months prior to the pageant while developing valuable friendships. [ URL ] http://www.misschinatown.com/     Miss Kona Coffee 2013 The Kona Coffee Cultural Festival is proud to present, Miss Kona Coffee 2013 Guinevere Davenport. Guin is 17 years old and currently a senior at Kealakehe High School. She will spend her year of service promoting Kona Coffee both locally and internationally. Miss Aloha Hawaii 2013: Sloanne HewLen Miss Kona Coffee's Outstanding Teen 2013: Keahi Delovio Miss Kona Coffee 2013: Guinevere Davenport [ URL ] http://www.konacoffeefest.com/     Miss Narcissus The Miss Narcissus Pageant takes a place each year in China Town. This year's Queen and her royal court were chosen out of beautiful women that competed in the Miss Narcissus pageant. Their beauty adds radiance to our parade.     Ms Waikiki 2012   Nina Thai Office Ms. Waikiki 2012, Nina Thai is an ambassador of Waikiki promoting and sharing the wonderful lifestyle in the community. She is a model, fashion designer, and successful entrepreneur based in Waikiki. She supports the community of Waikiki in charities, educational projects, and fundraising programs including Domestic Violence Action Center of Hawaii, Hawaii Food Bank, Hawaii's Homeless Shelters, and Prevent Child Abuse Hawaii. As an immigrant originally from Vietnam, Nina Thai is the real American dream in Waikiki. [ URL ] http://angelsbytheseahawaii.com/en/     Pacific Roller Derby In 2008, Pacific Roller Derby (Pacific) brought the excitement of roller derby back to Honolulu, Hawaii. The all female flat-track roller derby league has shown fans what it means to push one's self to their highest potential in one of the world's fastest growing female dominated sports. Catch Pacific Skaters on an upcoming episode of Hawaii 5-0 on March 18! You can see the girls live at the next event on March 22. [ URL ] http://www.pacificrollerderby.com/     Ryukyukoku Matsuri Daiko Hawaii Ryukyukoku Matsuri Daiko originated in Okinawa in 1982, combining traditional Eisa and Karate forms with contemporary influences and music to create a new and unique taiko style. They remains headquartered in Okinawa; however, the club has grown tremendously and now includes chapters all around the world. Their own Hawaii chapter was founded by Akemi Martin-sensei and includes branches on Oahu, Kauai, Maui and the Big Island. [ URL ] http://rmdhawaii.org     The Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai'i (JCCH) The Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai'i (JCCH), a non-profit organization, strives to share the history, heritage and culture of the evolving Japanese American experience in Hawai'i.     The Korean Traditional Music Association of Hawaii Instructor of the Traditional Korean Dance Institute Chae Hee Lee, who was also appointed as the cheif director of the Korean Traditional Music Association of Hawaii, formed Chum-Sa-Rang in 2000 as a non-profit organization. This group since 2001 has been participating in the Honolulu Festival Parade.     The Hawaii Origami Club The Hawaii Origami Club is for anyone interested in Origami. All skill levels and origami interests are welcomed, from traditional to modulars to tessellations and more! [ URL ] http://www.meetup.com/HawaiiOrigamiClub     Vietnamese Student Association in Hawaii (VSAH) The mission of VSAH is to promote activities benefiting Vietnamese students in Hawaii, to build a network among VSAH alumni, and to promote community and students' awareness of Vietnamese culture. Further VSAH aims to foster interaction and partnerships with Vietnamese student associations of other Universities and the Vietnamese American community in Hawaii.     Filipino Consulate / Ministry of Tourism   VEX and First Robotics   Miss Philipina   Band of the Pacific-Hawaii (Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam)   Consulate General of Japan at Honolulu   Color Guard   COX Radio   Pacific Fleet Marching Band   Royal Hawaiian Band   Hilo Hattie   Lions Club to See Participating Groups from Japan

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