Hello world!

We humbly wish you a Happy New Year. We extend our deepest gratitude for your generous support and cooperation in our Thursday Luncheon Club activities last year. Although our club has a history spanning over 100 years, it was a year where we took a significant stride forward, adapting to the changing times. In the digital realm, in particular, we received a great response with over 30,000 views on our official YouTube channel. This has created an environment where our seminars can be viewed not only in Hawaii but from anywhere in the world, and we realize that our learning community is expanding beyond national borders.

I sincerely wish you a happy new year. I wholeheartedly pray that 2025 will be a year full of hope and wonderful for everyone. Since its founding in 1918, our association has built a rich tradition over more than 100 years with the support and participation of many of you. With pride in this achievement, I reaffirm my responsibilities as president and, keeping the Thursday Luncheon Club's motto in mind: "Aim high, stay humble, always have sunshine in your heart, be forever youthful, and forever learning," I will strive to improve myself and move forward together with all of you.