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Guam Nikkei Association Presents the
12th Annual
Lantern Floating Ceremony
Guam Nikkei Association Presents the
12th Annual
Lantern Floating Ceremony
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12th Lantern Ceremony
2026 Okayama Student Exchange Program
2026 Okayama Student Exchange Program
15th Peace Ceremony
KOKO RUN
Harumatsuri Guam Japan Festival2
Sand Sculpture Festival
Sand Sculpture Festival - March 15, 2026
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.
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!
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!
Monday, 31 August 2026
Monday, 27 July 2026
GNA Meeting - Aug. 18
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING:
Date: August 18, 2026
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Venue: Tamuning Senior Citizen Center
Friday, 24 July 2026
2026 Okayama Student Exchange Program Snapshots & Videos
The 2026 Okayama Student Exchange Program gave students from Guam the opportunity to travel to Okayama, Japan, where they immersed themselves in Japanese culture while improving their Japanese language skills.
A heartfelt thank you to the wonderful host families for their warm hospitality and generosity. During their stay, the students participated in a variety of meaningful cultural experiences, including sushi making, Wadaiko drumming, wearing a yukata, happi coat designing, playing kendama, practicing shodō (Japanese calligraphy), and many other enriching activities.
Along the way, they formed lasting friendships and gained a deeper appreciation for Japan’s rich culture and traditions.
Enjoy these memorable snapshots from the Okayama Student Exchange Program!
Uraja dance experience
Happi coat designing
Shodō (Japanese calligraphy)
Face paint/tatoo
Sushi making
Okayama castle
Visit with the Mayor
Sydni's home stay experience with Himari's family and friends
Trying on yukata
Origami
Kendama
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