DATE

October 11, 2026 (Sun)

TIME

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

LOCATION

Shinozaki Park, Edogawa
Sponsored by Edogawa City Ward    •    Produced by Kalani Poomaihealani    •     Sponsored by Edogawa City Ward    •    Produced by Kalani Poomaihealani    •     Sponsored by Edogawa City Ward    •    Produced by Kalani Poomaihealani    •     Sponsored by Edogawa City Ward    •    Produced by Kalani Poomaihealani    •     Sponsored by Edogawa City Ward    •    Produced by Kalani Poomaihealani    •    

Bridging Cultures, Sharing Aloha

SPECIAL GUEST

Kumu Hula Aureana Tseu

Kumu Hula Aureana Tseu is a cultural curator dedicated to sharing Hawaiian traditions through hula, storytelling, and performance. With deep roots in her heritage, she brings the spirit of aloha to global audiences. As an Executive Producer, Director, and Director of Hawaiian Curriculum and Education, she continues to shape and elevate the presentation of authentic Hawaiian culture worldwide.

Hūʻewa

Hūʻewa is a Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award recipient celebrated for its contemporary Hawaiian music, traditional falsetto vocals, rich harmonies, and deep roots in the hula community. The band specializes in bringing classic, vintage Hawaiian songs into the modern era using acoustic instruments and a fresh, youthful energy. From left to right, the members are Kupu Dalire-Naʻauao; Kekoa Kane; and Kahi Lum-Young.

Explore the Events

From cultural traditions and island competitions to food, music, and community celebrations, there’s something for everyone.

2026

LEI COURT

NĀ PĀʻANI KAHULUI

O MAKAHIKI

ISLAND

COOKING

FOOD & PRODUCT VENDORS

ISLANDERS VILLAGE

GRAND PARADE

Explore All
That’s Happening

Workshops, games, demonstrations, dances and more, something for everyone to enjoy.

Lau Hala Bracelet Making

Lau Hala Earrings Making

Feather Lei Making

Flower Lei Making

Lomi Lomi

Ipu & Ipu Heke Making

`Ohe Kapala

Pareo Painting

Pā`ū Lau Ti

Puniu Making

Ribbon Lei Making

Ti Leaf Lei Making

Ipu Making

Pahu Making

Haka Moa

Hukihuki

Konane

Moa Pahe`e

Pā Uma

Palaʻie

ʻUlu Maika

ʻUma

Blowing a Pū

Poi Pounding

Tapa Making

Ukulele w/kaina'e

Maori Poi

Maori Titi Torea

Tahitian Aparima

Samoan Sasa

Hula

Festival Schedule

Plan your day and don’t miss a moment of the festival.

09:00 ~ 09:30

Festival Opens

Welcome & opening ceremony

Kahua Pua Melia

09:30 ~ 16:00

Show Case

Hawaiian, Polynesian Heritage & Global Expressions

Kahua Pua Melia

09:30 ~ 15:15

Show Case

Hawaiian, Polynesian Heritage & Global Expressions

Kahua Maile

09:30 ~ 15:15

Show case

Hawaiian, Polynesian Heritage & Global Expressions

Kahua Lehua

09:30 ~ 15:15

Festival Opens

Welcome and Opening Ceremony

Island Village

10:00

Nā mea kahului o makahiki

Hawaiian Games, Sports & Competition

Kahua Pua Melia

Venue & Access

Venue

Edogawa City Cultural Centre
4-14-1 Chuo, Edogawa City
Tokyo 132-0021, Japan

By Train

JR Shin-Koiwa Station
South Exit
Approx. 15 min walk

By Bus

From JR Shin-Koiwa Station South Exit. Take Shinko 22 or Shinko 21
Get off at “Edogawa High School-mae”. Approx. 3–4 min walk

By Car

Paid parking available
223 spaces
First hour: ¥200
Then ¥100 per additional hour
Public transport is recommended when possible

Bridging Cultures, Sharing Aloha

Come one, Come all!

Experience Hawaiʻi in Edogawa.

Poi Pounding

Poi is a traditional Hawaiian staple made from cooked taro, known in Hawaiʻi as kalo. The taro is pounded and mixed with water until it reaches a smooth, paste-like consistency.

For generations, poi has held an important place in Hawaiian food, culture, and family traditions. This demonstration gives visitors a closer look at how poi is traditionally prepared and the cultural meaning behind the process

why poi matters

Poi has long held an important place in Hawaiian culture. Traditionally made from kalo, or taro, it was a staple food shared within families and communities. Kalo also carries strong cultural meaning in Hawaiian tradition, connecting food, family, land, and ancestry.

how poi is made

Traditionally, cooked kalo is pounded on a wooden board with a stone pounder. Small amounts of water are added as the taro is worked into a smooth consistency. The texture can vary from thick to soft depending on how much water is added.