Photos by George Kodama Photography
Full sheet cake with sugar flower cherry blossoms and handmade Torii Gate. In Shinto Buddhism, the Torii Gate marks the entrance to a scared place. In 2001 Honolulu’s sister city of Hiroshima, Japan donated a Torii Gate as a symbol of friendship and cultural exchange between the cities. The Torii Gate now stands at the King St./University intersection.
Me & Chairman of the Board of Directors Sid Hamada
Last week we had the privilege of making the cakes to celebrate the Honolulu Japanese Chamber of Commerce’s 110th Anniversary. Attendants at the celebration enjoyed pupus, live music, Chamber member exhibitor tables, a drawing for a free to trip to Las Vegas and a complimentary Flora-Dec gift card. =)
The Honolulu Japanese Chamber of Commerce is a major business organization and its members represent some of Honolulu’s largest businesses, industries and professions. The Chamber was formed in 1900 and was originally named the Merchants Association. In 1912 the Association was renamed to the Honolulu Japanese Chamber of Commerce and has since worked to develop business and trade relations between Hawaii and Japan. Today the Chamber is dedicated to strengthening business and economic development for its members while preserving cultural history.
Congratulations to the Honolulu Japanese Chamber of Commerce on its 110th Anniversary!
Below are a few more pictures from the Chamber event
Anniversary Co-Chair Dave Erdman
Famed local performing artist Jake Shimabukuro entertained attendants with his masterful ukulele music.
