Senju Kai Hawaii
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Spreading joy and preserving Okinawan cultural heritage.

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Tamagusuku Ryu Senju Kai Hawaii
Frances Nakachi Ryubu Dojo

Mensore and welcome!

Tamagusuku Ryu Senju Kai Hawaii Frances Nakachi Ryubu Dojo dancers on stage
Tamagusuku Ryu Senjukai Frances Nakachi Ryubu Dojo (Senju kai Hawaii), was established in 1997 by Frances Nakachi Kuba Sensei to perpetuate and preserve Okinawan music, dance and cultural heritage in Hawaii and internationally.
Born and raised in Okinawa, Frances Nakachi Kuba Sensei began her Ryukyuan dance training at the age of three under the tutelage of Yoshiko Tanita Sensei and Mieko Kinjo Sensei, co-directors of Senju Kai Okinawa. Learn more about Frances Sensei's story.

Our Classes

  • Children’s Class  

    Children’s Class

  • Teen & Adult Class  

    Teen & Adult Class

  • Adult / Senior Class  

    Adult / Senior Class

  • Certification Class  

    Certification Class

Senju Kai Hawaii offers classes for students all ages and skill levels, from children to seniors, basic to advanced to certified, trained dancers. In our classes, students will learn Okinawan dance movements, postures and techniques, and Okinawan and Japanese language and etiquette. All are welcome! View our class catalog to learn more, register, and pay online.

Upcoming Event

Kahuushi Heartfelt Gratitude - 20th Annual Cultural Fusion

Tamagusuku Ryu Senju Kai Hawaii Celebrates 25th Anniversary - A virtual event!

Celebrate with us at Hawaii Okinawa Center on Saturday, December 3rd, 2022!

Time: 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Cost: $55/person (Early Registration); $60/person (After November 3)

Keep an eye out for our 2022 Cultural Fusion Save the Date. The proceeds from the event will help the school fund recitals, purchase costumes and provide scholarships for students who are interested in furthering their skills by taking the certification test in Okinawa.

Click here for registration information

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Sponsors

Senju Kai Hawaii is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization whose mission to preserve and advance Okinawan cultural heritage. Our work is supported by generous sponsors in the community.
Ippee deebiru~! Mahalo and thank you!

Senju Kai Hawaii sponsors lotus spirits

Hours

Adult:

Monday: 6:00 PM–7:30PM

Wednesday: 7:00PM–8:30PM

Friday: 6:30PM–8:00PM


Children:

Wednesday: 5:00PM–6:00PM

Class Location

Manoa Japanese Language School
2804 East Manoa Road, #8
Honolulu, HI 96822


Phone: (808) 754-2243

E-mail: senjukaihawaii@gmail.com

YouTube Channel: youtube.com/senjukaihawaii

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