"Inetnon Taotao Guam Ni' Manggaihaga' Hapones"
P.O. Box 12961 Tamuning, Guam 96931
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GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING:
Date: February 17, 2026
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Venue: Tamuning Senior Citizen Center
GNA President Attends Annual U.S.–Japan Leaders Meeting
Congratulations Newly-Elected GNA Officers
2026 GNA OFFICERS:
President - David Shigeji Okada
Vice President - Monica Okada Guzman
Treasurer - Monte Noda Mesa
Historian - Dr. Matilda Naputi Rivera
GNA Chairman Frank Shimizu Conferred with Imperial Decoration
GNA Chairman Frank S.N. Shimizu
The Order of the Rising Sun, Silver Rays Decoration Recipient
Congratulations to GNA Chairman Frank Shimizu for his Imperial Decoration Conferment by the Japan Guam Consulate Office and the MOFA Japan office! He was bestowed with The Order of the Rising Sun, Silver Rays Decoration for his contribution to enhancing the welfare of the Japanese American community in the United States and promoting
friendly relations between Japan and the United States.
Board Chairman Frank S.N. Shimizu Delivers Welcome Remarks
50 Years of Friendship: Japan and Guam
Celebrating 50 Years of Friendship: Japan and Guam Strengthen Ties
The Consulate-General of Japan commemorated 50 years of enduring friendship and cooperation with Guam during a special reception held Wednesday evening at Hotel Nikko Guam. Members of the Guam Nikkei Association also participated in the event, joining dignitaries and community leaders in honoring the shared history and strong ties between Japan and Guam. Enjoy the following snapshots!
2021 VISE STUDENT PRESENTATION
Featured GNA Video
2016 Guam Proa Lantern Floating Ceremony Video Available on YouTube
The 2016 Guam Proa Lantern Floating Ceremony (5 minute video) is now available on YouTube titled Guam Proa Lantern Floating Ceremony (GNA). You can also visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OXqoubIyyeo. Enjoy!
Friday, 31 December 2021
Thursday, 4 November 2021
GNA Chairman Frank Shimizu Conferred with Imperial Decoration
GNA Chairman Frank S.N. Shimizu
The Order of the Rising Sun, Silver Rays Decoration Recipient
Congratulations to GNA Chairman Frank Shimizu for his Imperial Decoration Conferment by the Japan Guam Consulate Office and the MOFA Japan office! He was bestowed with The Order of the Rising Sun, Silver Rays Decoration for his contribution to enhancing the welfare of the Japanese American community in the United States and promoting
friendly relations between Japan and the United States.
Thursday, 14 October 2021
Sunday, 10 October 2021
GNA Meeting - Oct. 14
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING:
October 14, 2021
Time: 6:00 p.m.
As our community navigates the COVID-19 pandemic and in our efforts to keep our members safe, the Guam Nikkei Association monthly October meeting will be held via Zoom. Refer to the Zoom link sent by President Karl Soto or Cathy Rivera Castro.

Opening Snapshots of “The spirit of Budo” at the Guam Museum
October 7, 2021– Opening of “The spirit of Budo” at the Guam Museum. Governor Lou Leon Guerrero, Monica De Guzman, Consul General Kobayashi-San, and Monte Mesa.
Tuesday, 5 October 2021
Monday, 30 August 2021
GNA Meeting - Sept. 9
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING:
September 9, 2021
Time: 6:00 p.m.
As our community navigates the COVID-19 pandemic and in our efforts to keep our members safe, the Guam Nikkei Association monthly August meeting will be held via Zoom. Refer to the Zoom link sent by President Karl Soto or Cathy Rivera Castro.
Tuesday, 17 August 2021
Thursday, 12 August 2021
Wednesday, 11 August 2021
GNA Meeting - Aug. 12
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING:
August 12, 2021
Time: 6:00 p.m.
As our community navigates the COVID-19 pandemic and in our efforts to keep our members safe, the Guam Nikkei Association monthly August meeting will be held via Zoom. Refer to the Zoom link sent by President Karl Soto or Cathy Rivera Castro.
Thursday, 8 July 2021
Friday, 2 July 2021
GNA Meeting - July 8
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING:
July 8, 2021
Time: 6:00 p.m.
As our community navigates the COVID-19 pandemic and in our efforts to keep our members safe, the Guam Nikkei Association monthly March meeting will be held via Zoom. Refer to the Zoom link sent by President Karl Soto or Cathy Rivera Castro.

Wednesday, 2 June 2021
GNA Meeting - June 10
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING:
June 10, 2021
Time: 6:00 p.m.
As our community navigates the COVID-19 pandemic and in our efforts to keep our members safe, the Guam Nikkei Association monthly March meeting will be held via Zoom. Refer to the Zoom link sent by President Karl Soto or Cathy Rivera Castro.
Sunday, 2 May 2021
GNA Meeting - May 13
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING:
May 13, 2021
Time: 6:00 p.m.
As our community navigates the COVID-19 pandemic and in our efforts to keep our members safe, the Guam Nikkei Association monthly March meeting will be held via Zoom. Refer to the Zoom link sent by President Karl Soto or Cathy Rivera Castro.
Monday, 29 March 2021
GNA Meeting - April 8
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING:
April 8, 2021
Time: 6:00 p.m.
As our community navigates the COVID-19 pandemic and in our efforts to keep our members safe, the Guam Nikkei Association monthly March meeting will be held via Zoom. Refer to the Zoom link sent by President Karl Soto or Cathy Rivera Castro.

Saturday, 27 February 2021
GNA Meeting - March 11
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING:
March 11, 2021
Time: 6:00 p.m.
As our community navigates the COVID-19 pandemic and in our efforts to keep our members safe, the Guam Nikkei Association monthly March meeting will be held via Zoom. Refer to the Zoom link sent by President Karl Soto or Cathy Rivera Castro.
Thursday, 4 February 2021
Tuesday, 2 February 2021
GNA Meeting - Feb. 11
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING:
February 11, 2021
Time: 6:00 p.m.
As our community navigates the COVID-19 pandemic and in our efforts to keep our members safe, the Guam Nikkei Association monthly January meeting will be held via Zoom. Refer to the Zoom link sent by President Karl Soto or Cathy Rivera Castro.
Tuesday, 12 January 2021
GNA Meeting - Jan. 14
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING:
January 14, 2021
Time: 6:00 p.m.
As our community navigates the COVID-19 pandemic and in our efforts to keep our members safe, the Guam Nikkei Association monthly January meeting will be held via Zoom. Refer to the Zoom link sent by President Karl Soto or Cathy Rivera Castro.
Friday, 1 January 2021
Season’s Greetings!
May the spirit of Christmas bring you much love, joy, peace, and happiness to last through the coming year 2021 and beyond!
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