Honolulu Japanese Chamber of Commerce
Civic and Social OrganizationsHawaii, United States11-50 Employees
The Honolulu Japanese Chamber of Commerce, based in Honolulu, Hawaii, promotes business and economic growth in the state under the principle of "Members Supporting Members." It achieves this through leadership and programs that encourage member interaction and cultivate business-to-business connections, while preserving a long-standing legacy dating back to 1900. The organization also emphasizes mālama ka ʻāina, reflecting a commitment to caring for the land alongside its economic activities. It operates as a small- to mid-sized organization within the civic and social organizations sector, with governance updates documented online at hjcc.org. In 2020, Jason Ito was named board chair, and in 2021, Rika Hirata was appointed chairwoman for fiscal year 2021-2022.