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HI SR46
Resolution
Status
Introduced
3/10/2026
Primary Sponsor
Troy Hashimoto
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AI Summary
- Establishes a sister-state relationship between Hawaii and Okayama Prefecture, Japan, making Okayama the seventh Japanese prefecture to hold this status with Hawaii
- Hawaii and Okayama share historical ties dating to 1868 when the first Japanese immigrants (Gannenmono) arrived in Hawaii, including Sentaro Ishii, a samurai from Okayama who settled on Maui
- The Hawaii Okayama Kenjinkai organization has fostered cultural connections between the regions since 1927, and Okayama operated 52 charter flights carrying over 12,000 passengers to Honolulu between 1991 and 2018
- The partnership aims to expand tourism, trade, educational exchanges (including high school programs), agricultural innovation, clean energy initiatives, and cultural understanding
- Certified copies of the resolution will be transmitted to the U.S. Secretary of State, Japanese Ambassador, Governor of Okayama, and other relevant officials
Legislative Description
Establishing A Sister-state Relationship Between The State Of Hawaii, United States Of America, And The Prefecture Of Okayama, Japan.
Hawaii Sister-State and International Partnerships Commission
Last Action
Offered.
3/10/2026
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