Honolulu Honored Nisei Soldiers at Memorial
The National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific hosted an annual service honoring Nisei service members.
Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in Civic
The National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific held its annual Nisei Soldiers Memorial Service in Honolulu. This ceremony serves to honor the service members of Nisei descent.
Why it matters
The annual memorial preserves the legacy of Japanese American soldiers who served in the United States military. It provides a formal occasion for the community to recognize their contributions and sacrifices.
The ceremony honors veterans from the 100th Battalion and the 100/442 unit. These units represent the historical military legacy of the Nisei service members being commemorated.
The players
Jack Nakamura
He is a veteran of the 100th Battalion who participated in the memorial service.
Takashi Manago
He is a veteran of the 100/442 unit who attended the ceremony to honor his fellow service members.
The details
The service took place at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific to pay tribute to the soldiers. Veterans including Jack Nakamura of the 100th Battalion and Takashi Manago of the 100/442 unit participated in the remembrance event.
Timeline
The ceremony was held on September 27, 2026.
The annual service traditionally occurs on the Sunday closest to September 29.
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The event serves as a focal point for preserving the cultural memory of Japanese American veterans in Hawaii. It highlights a tradition of community-led remembrance that remains distinct from larger federal holiday observations.
Residents can attend future annual services held at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific to support local veterans. The event remains open to the public as a venue for historical education and community reflection.
The takeaway
Honoring the history of Nisei soldiers helps maintain the connection between younger generations and veteran communities. Engaging with these memorial services ensures that the stories of the 100th Battalion and 442nd Infantry are not forgotten.
Further reading
Learn more about local commemorations and community events in the Honolulu Civic section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Honolulu Star Advertiser.
