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GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING:



Date: January 20, 2026 

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Venue:  Tamuning Senior Citizen Center


Akemashite Omedetou Gozaimasu!


 Happy New Year! ðŸŽ‰  May the year 2026 bring you many blessings filled with much love, joy, peace, and happiness!

Akemashite Omedetou Gozaimasu! ðŸŽ‰ 

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Congratulations Newly-Elected GNA Officers


We wish to congratulate the newly-elected Guam Nikkei Association Officers!  We are confident that they will lead our organization to be the best that it can be!


INCOMING 2026 GNA OFFICERS:


President - David Shigeji Okada

Vice President - Monica Okada Guzman

Secretary - Peter Robert Onedera

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


Guam Nikkei Association Board Chairman Frank S.N. Shimizu delivered the welcome remarks during the Guam Nikkei Association's panel discussion on A Borrowed Land, a groundbreaking publication by Peter R. Onedera that documents the experiences of Japanese Issei and Nisei in Guam during World War II. Held on March 29, 2025 at the Central Community Arts Center in Sinajana, the event was a collaboration with NHK Japan Broadcasting Corporation as part of its coverage of the 80th anniversary of the end of WWII.

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!

Wednesday, 22 October 2025

GNA Meeting - Nov. 18: Election of 2026 new officers


GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING:



Date: November 18, 2025 
Election of 2026 new officers


Time: 6:00 p.m.

Venue:  Tamuning Senior Citizen Center

UPCOMING MEETINGS/EVENTS: 

November 18, 2025 - Election of 2026 new officers December 16, 2025 - Year end reports, transition, and acknowledgements





Click here to view the U.S.-Japan Council Newsletter


You may also visit http://guamnikkeinews.blogspot.com for details.



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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 videos and snapshots!  









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Thursday, 2 October 2025

11th Annual Lantern Floating Ceremony - Sept. 27

Here's a look at snapshots from this year's 11th Annual Lantern Floating Ceremony held September 27, 2025 at the Governor Joseph Flores Beach Park (Ypao).  We will always remember our loved ones who have passed away.  God bless, and please stay safe!












































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