Past Headlines...
July 21st, 2008: Fun at the Hawaii All Collectors Show...
We were once again invited by Wayne and Ilene to their show, with the Pacific Outpost 501st Star Wars troop and Maria Harr and the Anime United group. Friday night, was fun as usual with Kell Komatsubara in his "Captain Harlock" costume walking around avoiding arrest by the 501st. Saturday, more fun ensued as most of us changed costumes every two to three hours! We'll be back again next year with more cosplay and even cooler collectibles on display!
Click on pictures for larger view, and go to Gallery for more pictures...
July 13th, 2008: AX Masquerade contest story...
Kell Komatsubara posted the story on his adventures in cosplay at AX 2008. It is a pretty in depth view of what it takes to do a skit at Anime Expo, and the fear and thrill of performing in the NOKIA Theater. The story is in the Special Projects page of this website. Click HERE to see it.
July 12th, 2008: YouTube video of AX 2008 cosplay...
Yes, it is finally up! The skit created by Florencio Lim Jr. and with OAE's own Kell Komatsubara as GENDO IKARI. BTW, what happened to his long hair? Go here to check it out!
July 10th, 2008: Okay, time for some updates!
The next meeting will be on July 26th at HMC Academy starting at 6pm with our ALL NEW 100" projection screen! Also, on the 18th and 19th, we'll be at the Hawaii All Collectors Show doing our best to promote Anime and Manga in Hawaii. At the show, will also be the Pacific 501st Star Wars troop and Anime United. We look forward to working with them and interacting with the crowd. Once again, Thanks to Wayne and Ilene for allowing us to their show. Last but not least, we will be creating a new page shortly to our website. It will be about going to Anime Expo, written by Kell Komatsubara and Alvin Yoshida. We will be also posting a short article on the events of AX2008, and of course, the many pictures we took while at the convention.
May 26th, 2008: Martin-dono! Sayonara!
Well, it seems like it is time to say goodbye to Adrian Martin! His search for greener pastures has led him off to the mainland for work, so we will be holding a SPECIAL karaoke event for him on June 8th as GS Studios. Those who know Adrian, will remember the many different karaoke songs he has entertained us with. On this day, we will be singing WITH HIM! So, feel free to find a song you'd like to sing with Adrian, or if you want to sing a tribute song to him, let us know! We instructed him, to find a song, to sing to US in the end! So email us as soon as possible so we can reserve the party room for the 8th. Yoshiki Takahashi is setting up the details, so please email him at yoshiki@islandcosplay.org
May 21st, 2008: AX announces new guest!
Seki Toshihiko, seiyuu of over 180 different anime will be one of the guests of honor at this years AX. I know several of our members will be running to get their own autographs for Mr. Seki!!! WOOT!
May 9th, 2008: Mistake on the 11th karaoke session...
We kinda overlooked that it was mothers day! So, we will have to cancel it and wait until the 25th. Sorry for the confusion.
July 21st, 2008: Fun at the Hawaii All Collectors Show...
We were once again invited by Wayne and Ilene to their show, with the Pacific Outpost 501st Star Wars troop and Maria Harr and the Anime United group. Friday night, was fun as usual with Kell Komatsubara in his "Captain Harlock" costume walking around avoiding arrest by the 501st. Saturday, more fun ensued as most of us changed costumes every two to three hours! We'll be back again next year with more cosplay and even cooler collectibles on display!
Click on pictures for larger view, and go to Gallery for more pictures...
July 13th, 2008: AX Masquerade contest story...
Kell Komatsubara posted the story on his adventures in cosplay at AX 2008. It is a pretty in depth view of what it takes to do a skit at Anime Expo, and the fear and thrill of performing in the NOKIA Theater. The story is in the Special Projects page of this website. Click HERE to see it.
July 12th, 2008: YouTube video of AX 2008 cosplay...
Yes, it is finally up! The skit created by Florencio Lim Jr. and with OAE's own Kell Komatsubara as GENDO IKARI. BTW, what happened to his long hair? Go here to check it out!
July 10th, 2008: Okay, time for some updates!
The next meeting will be on July 26th at HMC Academy starting at 6pm with our ALL NEW 100" projection screen! Also, on the 18th and 19th, we'll be at the Hawaii All Collectors Show doing our best to promote Anime and Manga in Hawaii. At the show, will also be the Pacific 501st Star Wars troop and Anime United. We look forward to working with them and interacting with the crowd. Once again, Thanks to Wayne and Ilene for allowing us to their show. Last but not least, we will be creating a new page shortly to our website. It will be about going to Anime Expo, written by Kell Komatsubara and Alvin Yoshida. We will be also posting a short article on the events of AX2008, and of course, the many pictures we took while at the convention.
May 26th, 2008: Martin-dono! Sayonara!
Well, it seems like it is time to say goodbye to Adrian Martin! His search for greener pastures has led him off to the mainland for work, so we will be holding a SPECIAL karaoke event for him on June 8th as GS Studios. Those who know Adrian, will remember the many different karaoke songs he has entertained us with. On this day, we will be singing WITH HIM! So, feel free to find a song you'd like to sing with Adrian, or if you want to sing a tribute song to him, let us know! We instructed him, to find a song, to sing to US in the end! So email us as soon as possible so we can reserve the party room for the 8th. Yoshiki Takahashi is setting up the details, so please email him at yoshiki@islandcosplay.org
May 21st, 2008: AX announces new guest!
Seki Toshihiko, seiyuu of over 180 different anime will be one of the guests of honor at this years AX. I know several of our members will be running to get their own autographs for Mr. Seki!!! WOOT!
May 9th, 2008: Mistake on the 11th karaoke session...
We kinda overlooked that it was mothers day! So, we will have to cancel it and wait until the 25th. Sorry for the confusion.
May 1st, 2008: For all of the "hide" and X Japan fans...
You all know, May 2nd is the 10th anniversary of Hideto "hide" Matsumoto's death. We will be going to GS Studio for an impromptu memorial service. Our dear hide never left us, as he is always in our hearts and yes, hide will be IN THE HOUSE! Well, maybe not physically, but in spirit and a plushie made for us by Sara Deguchi. We will probably go to eat at Gyukaku before going to GS, so please email us ASAP so we can make dinner reservations.
April 28th, 2008: Karaoke information...
The scheduled dates for sunday karaoke are up! Due to the short period of time we have on sundays, we will be limiting the head count to five so those attending can get maximum sing time. Please email us and let us know if you are attending.
April 27th, 2008: Next meeting will be May 17th, 2008...
Back at home at HMC, we've made some changes to the line up due to the shows being licensed. If you want to see the rest, buy the series when they come out domestically so we can support the companies that make events like Anime Expo, and all other conventions across the United States a possibility! We will be announcing the shows we will preview to you shortly. Also, as a reminder, HALLOWEEN is around the corner as well. So, start thinking what you are going to be doing for our annual Halloween event!
April 5th, 2008: Meeting for April moved to May...
Due to us just coming back from Japan, and Kawaii Kon right around the corner, there are no open dates for us to hold the meeting. However, we will be having a karaoke session on the sunday of Kawaii Kon. Please email us so we know how many people will be attending so we can get the appropriate sized room.
April 4th, 2008: We're back from JAPAN!
Look in the special projects area, and there will be an article on our trip to Japan!
March 22nd, 2008: Meeting will be the debut of our movie trailer...
Well, the movie trailer is finally done! We will debut the trailer tonight, but for those who couldn't make the meeting, we will be posting it on youtube and have a link in the special projects section of our website.
Feb 25th, 2008: Next meeting!
March 22nd, at HMC academy! One of the shows is rumored to be licensed, so we are checking on this right now. If it is, we will be replacing it with another new show from Japan. Remember! Support the industry by purchasing the shows you like when they come out on DVD! It's these companies which support things we love such as Anime Expo, and all the stores we shop at.
Feb. 19th, 2008: Kawaii Kon photo shoot?
For those members interested in meeting up on one of the days and doing a photo shoot outside of the convention center in their best cosplay, let us know. We are working with one of the top local model photographers in Hawaii for this shoot!
Feb 18th, 2008: Anime Expo trip information...
So far, we have Alvin, Mari, Erik, Tracy and Kell going to AX. Anyone else wanting to go needs to get ahold of us ASAP before hotel reservations wont be possible. Jan. 31st, 2008: AX trip info... We will be talking about the trip to AX this June/July at the next meeting. We are looking to put together some kind of package so let us know if you are interested at the next meeting.
Jan. 25th, 2008: Page got hijacked! But it's okay...
Somehow, the news here got erased. Anyways we'll just start this all over again! Next meeting will be on Feb. 9th at HMC Academy. We will be going over final trip information and begin showing some new shows for everyone to see.
Dec. 3rd, 2007: Thanks for coming to the XMAS party!
Ah, it was so wonderful to have everyone come together for our annual xmas party! Hopefully we'll have even more fun in 2008, and we look forward to seeing everyone again at the first meeting in January. We MAY be doing an impromptu cosplay outing for xmas. Info on this will be our shortly if we can secure all the parts needed to make this happen.
Nov. 25th, 2007: NEW PROJECT!
Yes, being to fear. The insane one's mind has been toiling over this new project for a month now! We will be doing a LIVE ACTION version of "Sayonara Zetsubo Sensei" shortly. Starring Mari Okazaki as "Fuura", and Kell Komatsubara as "Itoshiki Nozomu" doing the opening scene of the series. Producer Anthony Castro and Director Yoshiki Takahashi of RACE FACTORY will begin production on this in the next couple of weeks, one Mari Okazaki has completed the script. It should be done in time for the Japanese Cultural Center's New Years Festival.
Nov. 24th, 2007: Oops!
Yes, the guy planning the programming forgot to load up THE FIRST EPISODE of Gundam 00, but had the rest. Don't worry, we will be playing this at the next meeting! Also, we are looking at rearranging the playlist. If anyone wants to put input into what we will be showing shortly, please email us with what you have in mind and the programming directors will look into it.
Nov. 11th, 2007: Ghost Hunt is licensed!
So, off it goes into the oblivion! We will be replacing it with Gundam 00 and more episodes of Kenichi.
Nov. 10th, 2007: The official times for the XMAS PARTY!
We will be at Doc Grant's place from 4pm to 9pm, then off to Karaoke at GS Studio. Please email us asap so we can get our head count to order food!
Nov. 1st, 2007: Halloween is over and now on to Xmas!
Yep, we all had a great time in Waikiki! Thanks to the many friends who help us along the way we totally enjoyed our time and yes, the psychotic one is thinking of next years plan as we speak. Go to the special projects page, and see some of the photos of our fun!
Oct. 27th, 2007: The cosplay contests in KAIMUKI!
Yes, it was cosplay central in Kaimuki, as Toys n Joys, and MECHAHAWAII opened their doors and hearts to anime and manga fans across Oahu. For the article and story, go to the Special Projects page
Oct. 24th, 2007: Almost time to hit Waikiki!
Hope everyone has their costume ready! If everyone who wants to stay in the Waikiki Joy Hotel that night, let me know as soon as possible, as I may try to get another room. Deadline for this is monday afternoon.
Oct 22nd, 2007: The annual XMAS party is on!
We will be back at Doc Grant's place in Salt Lake! The date is Saturday, December 1st. We will have the times up shortly, and we will once again be holding our usual XMAS games. "Last Man Standing", "Pictonary", and the game everyone NOW FEARS, "Name the Anime character". We will have all information on this up as soon as we get, from the time and cost per person. We would like to get a response from everyone on ideas for food. In the past, we have had a sushi chef come to our party, but this will be an add on to the price so let us know what you all think. We are open to suggestions.
Oct. 18th, 2007: Toys and Joys, MechaHawaii cosplay contests!
Saturday, Oct. 27th, Toys and Joys, and MechaHawaii will be having their annual cosplay contests. The club is looking to do an outing with the two shops, hoping to bring some fun to them. If you are wondering how we are connected to Toys and Joys, it is through Andersen Le from the HIFF ohana who's family owns the store. Also, MechaHawaii, has been often times so kind to loan us some models for displays like the All Collectors Show. We are looking at meeting around 6 to 6:30pm and go to Toys and Joys first to enter their contest. The prize there is a Nintendo Wii as long as their are more than 30 entrants. After we are done there, we will head on over to MechaHawaii for their contest. Once we are done, it is time for Ramen at Tenkaippin in Waikiki, followed by the last Karaoke practice session at GS. You may be asking why a "practice" session. Well, we will be having a small ANIME KARAOKE contest at the end of the night. So, be prepared!
Oct. 18th, 2007: A few more costumes came in!
We have the Lunamarie Hawke, and some others that came in. We also have two "Prince of Tennis" costumes. One is the Seigaku, and the other is the Rikkai Univ. costume. The rest are incomplete, but there are enough parts there to make a full costume. Some of the pieces are Chun Li from STREET FIGHTER. There are some incomplete parts to a Renji Abarai from BLEACH. We are looking at setting up a day for anyone who wants to see what we have to come and check it out. Information will be posted soon.
Oct. 15th, 2007: The cast of characters this Halloween...
Kell - Kondo Isami* SHINSENGUMI NHK TV series
Erik - Ichimaru Gin* BLEACH
Kate - Rukia Kuchiki* BLEACH
Ollie - Uruhara Kisuke* BLEACH
Pam - Shinsengumi HISTORICAL
Sakura - Souji Okita PEACEKEEPER
Kevin - Sanosuke Sagara* RUROUNI KENSHIN
Sage - Myojin Yahiko* RUROUNI KENSHIN
Mari - Yuuki Kurosu* VAMPIRE KNIGHT
Zac - Shinsengumi HISTORICAL
Rich - Mario SUPER MARIO BROTHERS
Adrian - Nagakura Shinpachi PEACEKEEPER
John - Emiya Shirou FATE/STAY NIGHT
Alvin - Toshizo Hijikata PEACEKEEPER
Joy - Teacher from Hogwarts HARRY POTTER
Kitana - I'm not sure how to call this one... LOL
Brandon - Toshiro Hitsugaya BLEACH
Lia - Eureka EUREKA SEVEN
Gannon - ?
Ross - ?
* QQCOSPLAY costume
You all know, May 2nd is the 10th anniversary of Hideto "hide" Matsumoto's death. We will be going to GS Studio for an impromptu memorial service. Our dear hide never left us, as he is always in our hearts and yes, hide will be IN THE HOUSE! Well, maybe not physically, but in spirit and a plushie made for us by Sara Deguchi. We will probably go to eat at Gyukaku before going to GS, so please email us ASAP so we can make dinner reservations.
April 28th, 2008: Karaoke information...
The scheduled dates for sunday karaoke are up! Due to the short period of time we have on sundays, we will be limiting the head count to five so those attending can get maximum sing time. Please email us and let us know if you are attending.
April 27th, 2008: Next meeting will be May 17th, 2008...
Back at home at HMC, we've made some changes to the line up due to the shows being licensed. If you want to see the rest, buy the series when they come out domestically so we can support the companies that make events like Anime Expo, and all other conventions across the United States a possibility! We will be announcing the shows we will preview to you shortly. Also, as a reminder, HALLOWEEN is around the corner as well. So, start thinking what you are going to be doing for our annual Halloween event!
April 5th, 2008: Meeting for April moved to May...
Due to us just coming back from Japan, and Kawaii Kon right around the corner, there are no open dates for us to hold the meeting. However, we will be having a karaoke session on the sunday of Kawaii Kon. Please email us so we know how many people will be attending so we can get the appropriate sized room.
April 4th, 2008: We're back from JAPAN!
Look in the special projects area, and there will be an article on our trip to Japan!
March 22nd, 2008: Meeting will be the debut of our movie trailer...
Well, the movie trailer is finally done! We will debut the trailer tonight, but for those who couldn't make the meeting, we will be posting it on youtube and have a link in the special projects section of our website.
Feb 25th, 2008: Next meeting!
March 22nd, at HMC academy! One of the shows is rumored to be licensed, so we are checking on this right now. If it is, we will be replacing it with another new show from Japan. Remember! Support the industry by purchasing the shows you like when they come out on DVD! It's these companies which support things we love such as Anime Expo, and all the stores we shop at.
Feb. 19th, 2008: Kawaii Kon photo shoot?
For those members interested in meeting up on one of the days and doing a photo shoot outside of the convention center in their best cosplay, let us know. We are working with one of the top local model photographers in Hawaii for this shoot!
Feb 18th, 2008: Anime Expo trip information...
So far, we have Alvin, Mari, Erik, Tracy and Kell going to AX. Anyone else wanting to go needs to get ahold of us ASAP before hotel reservations wont be possible. Jan. 31st, 2008: AX trip info... We will be talking about the trip to AX this June/July at the next meeting. We are looking to put together some kind of package so let us know if you are interested at the next meeting.
Jan. 25th, 2008: Page got hijacked! But it's okay...
Somehow, the news here got erased. Anyways we'll just start this all over again! Next meeting will be on Feb. 9th at HMC Academy. We will be going over final trip information and begin showing some new shows for everyone to see.
Dec. 3rd, 2007: Thanks for coming to the XMAS party!
Ah, it was so wonderful to have everyone come together for our annual xmas party! Hopefully we'll have even more fun in 2008, and we look forward to seeing everyone again at the first meeting in January. We MAY be doing an impromptu cosplay outing for xmas. Info on this will be our shortly if we can secure all the parts needed to make this happen.
Nov. 25th, 2007: NEW PROJECT!
Yes, being to fear. The insane one's mind has been toiling over this new project for a month now! We will be doing a LIVE ACTION version of "Sayonara Zetsubo Sensei" shortly. Starring Mari Okazaki as "Fuura", and Kell Komatsubara as "Itoshiki Nozomu" doing the opening scene of the series. Producer Anthony Castro and Director Yoshiki Takahashi of RACE FACTORY will begin production on this in the next couple of weeks, one Mari Okazaki has completed the script. It should be done in time for the Japanese Cultural Center's New Years Festival.
Nov. 24th, 2007: Oops!
Yes, the guy planning the programming forgot to load up THE FIRST EPISODE of Gundam 00, but had the rest. Don't worry, we will be playing this at the next meeting! Also, we are looking at rearranging the playlist. If anyone wants to put input into what we will be showing shortly, please email us with what you have in mind and the programming directors will look into it.
Nov. 11th, 2007: Ghost Hunt is licensed!
So, off it goes into the oblivion! We will be replacing it with Gundam 00 and more episodes of Kenichi.
Nov. 10th, 2007: The official times for the XMAS PARTY!
We will be at Doc Grant's place from 4pm to 9pm, then off to Karaoke at GS Studio. Please email us asap so we can get our head count to order food!
Nov. 1st, 2007: Halloween is over and now on to Xmas!
Yep, we all had a great time in Waikiki! Thanks to the many friends who help us along the way we totally enjoyed our time and yes, the psychotic one is thinking of next years plan as we speak. Go to the special projects page, and see some of the photos of our fun!
Oct. 27th, 2007: The cosplay contests in KAIMUKI!
Yes, it was cosplay central in Kaimuki, as Toys n Joys, and MECHAHAWAII opened their doors and hearts to anime and manga fans across Oahu. For the article and story, go to the Special Projects page
Oct. 24th, 2007: Almost time to hit Waikiki!
Hope everyone has their costume ready! If everyone who wants to stay in the Waikiki Joy Hotel that night, let me know as soon as possible, as I may try to get another room. Deadline for this is monday afternoon.
Oct 22nd, 2007: The annual XMAS party is on!
We will be back at Doc Grant's place in Salt Lake! The date is Saturday, December 1st. We will have the times up shortly, and we will once again be holding our usual XMAS games. "Last Man Standing", "Pictonary", and the game everyone NOW FEARS, "Name the Anime character". We will have all information on this up as soon as we get, from the time and cost per person. We would like to get a response from everyone on ideas for food. In the past, we have had a sushi chef come to our party, but this will be an add on to the price so let us know what you all think. We are open to suggestions.
Oct. 18th, 2007: Toys and Joys, MechaHawaii cosplay contests!
Saturday, Oct. 27th, Toys and Joys, and MechaHawaii will be having their annual cosplay contests. The club is looking to do an outing with the two shops, hoping to bring some fun to them. If you are wondering how we are connected to Toys and Joys, it is through Andersen Le from the HIFF ohana who's family owns the store. Also, MechaHawaii, has been often times so kind to loan us some models for displays like the All Collectors Show. We are looking at meeting around 6 to 6:30pm and go to Toys and Joys first to enter their contest. The prize there is a Nintendo Wii as long as their are more than 30 entrants. After we are done there, we will head on over to MechaHawaii for their contest. Once we are done, it is time for Ramen at Tenkaippin in Waikiki, followed by the last Karaoke practice session at GS. You may be asking why a "practice" session. Well, we will be having a small ANIME KARAOKE contest at the end of the night. So, be prepared!
Oct. 18th, 2007: A few more costumes came in!
We have the Lunamarie Hawke, and some others that came in. We also have two "Prince of Tennis" costumes. One is the Seigaku, and the other is the Rikkai Univ. costume. The rest are incomplete, but there are enough parts there to make a full costume. Some of the pieces are Chun Li from STREET FIGHTER. There are some incomplete parts to a Renji Abarai from BLEACH. We are looking at setting up a day for anyone who wants to see what we have to come and check it out. Information will be posted soon.
Oct. 15th, 2007: The cast of characters this Halloween...
Kell - Kondo Isami* SHINSENGUMI NHK TV series
Erik - Ichimaru Gin* BLEACH
Kate - Rukia Kuchiki* BLEACH
Ollie - Uruhara Kisuke* BLEACH
Pam - Shinsengumi HISTORICAL
Sakura - Souji Okita PEACEKEEPER
Kevin - Sanosuke Sagara* RUROUNI KENSHIN
Sage - Myojin Yahiko* RUROUNI KENSHIN
Mari - Yuuki Kurosu* VAMPIRE KNIGHT
Zac - Shinsengumi HISTORICAL
Rich - Mario SUPER MARIO BROTHERS
Adrian - Nagakura Shinpachi PEACEKEEPER
John - Emiya Shirou FATE/STAY NIGHT
Alvin - Toshizo Hijikata PEACEKEEPER
Joy - Teacher from Hogwarts HARRY POTTER
Kitana - I'm not sure how to call this one... LOL
Brandon - Toshiro Hitsugaya BLEACH
Lia - Eureka EUREKA SEVEN
Gannon - ?
Ross - ?
* QQCOSPLAY costume
Oct 14th, 2007: Official schedule of events on Halloween...
For those of you who wish to get into Halloween early, we will be at the Waikiki Joy Hotel by 4pm. The hotel rooms are our changing rooms for the night, and at 6 pm, we will be heading outside to Capuccinos for some drinks while waiting for everyone to get into Waikiki. At 7pm, we will go to Gyukaku accross the street for dinner. Please email us asap so we can put you on our reservation list. We will be going into Gyukaku in FULL SHINSENGUMI DRESS, and pictures will be taken. Dinner at Gyukaku runs anywhere from $20 to $100, so bring the appropriate amount of money! We should be done with dinner, somewhere around 8:30. We will then commence our walk into Waikiki. The plan is for use to go down Kalakaua, then back. We may make some stops here and there, depending on what everyone wants to do. We will be making a quick trip to Kuhio, just to check out that side then we will be heading on over to GS Studios. We have made our reservations there for 10pm, and have a PARTY ROOM available to us. Yes, the GS Studio guys are awaiting our arrival, as they always enjoy our costumed creations! Send us an email if you are planning on attending the dinner, the walk, and the GS Studio session. We will be posting up shortly, the list of who is coming, in what costume, and from what series.
For those of you who wish to get into Halloween early, we will be at the Waikiki Joy Hotel by 4pm. The hotel rooms are our changing rooms for the night, and at 6 pm, we will be heading outside to Capuccinos for some drinks while waiting for everyone to get into Waikiki. At 7pm, we will go to Gyukaku accross the street for dinner. Please email us asap so we can put you on our reservation list. We will be going into Gyukaku in FULL SHINSENGUMI DRESS, and pictures will be taken. Dinner at Gyukaku runs anywhere from $20 to $100, so bring the appropriate amount of money! We should be done with dinner, somewhere around 8:30. We will then commence our walk into Waikiki. The plan is for use to go down Kalakaua, then back. We may make some stops here and there, depending on what everyone wants to do. We will be making a quick trip to Kuhio, just to check out that side then we will be heading on over to GS Studios. We have made our reservations there for 10pm, and have a PARTY ROOM available to us. Yes, the GS Studio guys are awaiting our arrival, as they always enjoy our costumed creations! Send us an email if you are planning on attending the dinner, the walk, and the GS Studio session. We will be posting up shortly, the list of who is coming, in what costume, and from what series.
Oct. 11th, 2007: We have some extra costumes!
QQCOSPLAY has sent us three extra costumes. They are either for rent or purchase. We have a Gundam Seed LUNAMARIE HAWKE, a Vampire Knight YUUKI KUROSU, and a Eureka Seven EUREKA costume. Let us know if you are interested in any of them, and want to try them on.
Oct. 6th, 2007: Anime Social is a success!
Yes, the Lost in Cosplay Anime social was a great success!The winner of the character naming game, was won by Frankie Empero, and OAE member Mari Okazaki. Incredibly, our usual "ringer" Adrian Martin was disposed of early which opened up the potential for others to win this game. We made some new friends there, and hopefully they will all join us on Halloween in Waikiki! If they show up, we will be a dozen strong, representing anime in Hawaii!
Sept. 23rd, 2007: Next saturday, the 29th...
Those who are available, can you please come to give our host Kevin a hand at moving his store from Kaimuki to Downtown? We will be posting information on what time, and what we will be helping out with.
Sept. 19th, 2007: Shinsengumi Happi coat on Ebay!
Go look at this link, and you can get yourself a Happi coat for Halloween! This is the blue Shinsengumi happi that you always see on television! Also, The deadline with QQ Cosplay is September 28th for it to make it here before Halloween. Put in your orders with either us, or email them directly and let them know you are with the Oahu Anime Explorer.
Sept. 17th, 2007: Japan Travel News!
The current dates for our trip to Japan, looks like we will be leaving on the 25th of March, and returning on the 31st. We are including on this trip, a stop at Ghibli's museum, Shopping at Akihabara, then spend the weekend at the Tokyo Anime Festival. We will be posting the pricing for this trip shortly!
The current dates for our trip to Japan, looks like we will be leaving on the 25th of March, and returning on the 31st. We are including on this trip, a stop at Ghibli's museum, Shopping at Akihabara, then spend the weekend at the Tokyo Anime Festival. We will be posting the pricing for this trip shortly!
Sept. 9th, 2007: Next meeting scheduled!
Sept. 22nd, at HMC academy. We'll be continuing our current play list. Also, we will be talking about the "Lost in Cosplay" anime social on Oct. 3rd. I would consider this as a warm up for Halloween, so please attend!
August 20th, 2007: Oops, K-Fest movie is on sunday...
I guess I read it wrong, but A millionaire's first love is on sunday at noon. If anyone is still interested, email us so we can pick up tickets.
August 10th, 2007: HIFF before the next meeting?
We are looking at going to a movie before the anime meeting on August 25th. The Luis Vuitton Hawaii International Film Festival's K-FEST starts on the 24th, and the show we are looking at is called "A millionaire's first love". If you want to join us, please email us as soon as possible so we can pick up tickets.
August 1, 2007: Next meeting, Aug. 25th, then KARAOKE!
We're back home at HMC, and after that we'll be all going down to GS Studio for some late summer fun. So, remember to bring some extra money so you can sing the night away!
July 28th, 2007: Info on the ANIME SOCIAL on Oct. 3rd.
Maria, from the LOST IN COSPLAY troupe, is working on an anime social, for all anime and cosplay fans to get together and meet up. It is planned for Oct. 3rd, at the Aiea Library. There will be a cosplay contest, judged by the staff of OAE. Kell Komatsubara, Mari Okazaki, and Adrian Martin are currently scheduled to judge the cosplay contest. We are working with them, and will have a table to hand out flyers and schedules of the next meeting there. There will be a small fee, but the bigger the turnout, the less the fee will be. Perhaps, we can work a deal with them to get OUR members in free so keep checking back here for more info.
I guess I read it wrong, but A millionaire's first love is on sunday at noon. If anyone is still interested, email us so we can pick up tickets.
August 10th, 2007: HIFF before the next meeting?
We are looking at going to a movie before the anime meeting on August 25th. The Luis Vuitton Hawaii International Film Festival's K-FEST starts on the 24th, and the show we are looking at is called "A millionaire's first love". If you want to join us, please email us as soon as possible so we can pick up tickets.
August 1, 2007: Next meeting, Aug. 25th, then KARAOKE!
We're back home at HMC, and after that we'll be all going down to GS Studio for some late summer fun. So, remember to bring some extra money so you can sing the night away!
July 28th, 2007: Info on the ANIME SOCIAL on Oct. 3rd.
Maria, from the LOST IN COSPLAY troupe, is working on an anime social, for all anime and cosplay fans to get together and meet up. It is planned for Oct. 3rd, at the Aiea Library. There will be a cosplay contest, judged by the staff of OAE. Kell Komatsubara, Mari Okazaki, and Adrian Martin are currently scheduled to judge the cosplay contest. We are working with them, and will have a table to hand out flyers and schedules of the next meeting there. There will be a small fee, but the bigger the turnout, the less the fee will be. Perhaps, we can work a deal with them to get OUR members in free so keep checking back here for more info.
July 18th, 2007: Meeting notice! It's gonna be at Kell's house!
Due to the summer being a hot time for the martial arts competition, we will be locating the meeting back to Kell's house this month. We'll be back at our home at HMC in August.
July 18th, 2007: Meeting notice!
It's gonna be at Kell's house! Due to the summer being a hot time for the martial arts competition, we will be locating the meeting back to Kell's house this month. We'll be back at our home at HMC in August.
July 17th, 2007: We'll be at the Hawaii All-Collectors Show...
We'll be there from Friday, booth #203. For more info on the show, go here. We will be displaying collectibles that stem from our beloved anime and manga titles, plus showing some of the newer anime out there, that we are not currently showing.
June 27th, 2007: Kell and Lia heading to ANIME EXPO!
Yes, we are on our way! We'll be sure to bring back a lot of photos and video for everyone at the next meeting! This is the recon mission, so we know what to bring next time we come to AX.
June 23rd, 2007: Wangan Midnight!
Tonight, we debuted WANGAN MIDNIGHT. It is one of the 80's manga that FINALLY made it to anime, and we are glad for it! If you liked INITIAL D, you'll really like this show! Beware of the DEVIL Z on the Wangan...
June 1st, 2007: We have a forum to use now!
The new site, Hello808 has a section for anime in it's entertainment section of the forum. Go here for the link to the forum. Post away anything you want to say about anime, and also look here for the latest updates and opinions of new anime.
May 22, 2007: Next meeting and ANIME EXPO info...
The next meeting will be on June 23rd, at our regular home HMC Academy. Also, if anyone is planning on attending Anime Expo, let me know so we can all meet up for dinner on either saturday night or sunday.
April 26th, 2007: Next meeting!
We will be using Kell's house for this month, and instead of our normal line up, we will be showing the 6 episode story arc of GHOST HUNT. We will start around 5:30 or 6pm, and go until we finish the story arc. Call or email for directions to Kell's house.
April 15th, 2007: HEAVY METAL NEWS!
Our host, Kevin Yoshida of HMC Academy has purchased Heavy Metal Barbell in Kaimuki. Please go and patronize him, for all your nutritional supplements, and weightlifting equipment needs.
April 13th, 2007: Reminder of meeting and Karaoke after...
We'll be back at our normal home, HMC Academy. Also, we will be going to Waikiki GS Studio after, so bring some extra money to come join the fun!
April 7th, 2007: Message from Eric Kihara and trip to Japan...
In the special projects section, Eric has contacted us to begin planning on our trip to Japan. We will begin talking about this at the next meeting, so read the link, and let us know what you guys might be wanting to do in Japan!
April 2nd, 2007: Next meeting, is in two weeks!
The next available date, is April 14th, 6pm at HMC academy. We will be showing our normal line up, plus NODAME CONTABILE. Also, since we are back at our normal home, anyone who wants to go to Karaoke after, please email us so we can plan the night.
March 30th, 2007: Another meeting done!
We showed the ending of the DENSHA OTOKO DX episode, and also showed an extra episode of GHOST HUNT and premiered NODAME CANTEBILE. We will be using this to replace FLAG at the next meeting. We'll have info on the date of the next meeting shortly.
We will be using Kell's house for this month, and instead of our normal line up, we will be showing the 6 episode story arc of GHOST HUNT. We will start around 5:30 or 6pm, and go until we finish the story arc. Call or email for directions to Kell's house.
April 15th, 2007: HEAVY METAL NEWS!
Our host, Kevin Yoshida of HMC Academy has purchased Heavy Metal Barbell in Kaimuki. Please go and patronize him, for all your nutritional supplements, and weightlifting equipment needs.
April 13th, 2007: Reminder of meeting and Karaoke after...
We'll be back at our normal home, HMC Academy. Also, we will be going to Waikiki GS Studio after, so bring some extra money to come join the fun!
April 7th, 2007: Message from Eric Kihara and trip to Japan...
In the special projects section, Eric has contacted us to begin planning on our trip to Japan. We will begin talking about this at the next meeting, so read the link, and let us know what you guys might be wanting to do in Japan!
April 2nd, 2007: Next meeting, is in two weeks!
The next available date, is April 14th, 6pm at HMC academy. We will be showing our normal line up, plus NODAME CONTABILE. Also, since we are back at our normal home, anyone who wants to go to Karaoke after, please email us so we can plan the night.
March 30th, 2007: Another meeting done!
We showed the ending of the DENSHA OTOKO DX episode, and also showed an extra episode of GHOST HUNT and premiered NODAME CANTEBILE. We will be using this to replace FLAG at the next meeting. We'll have info on the date of the next meeting shortly.
March 10th, 2007: Meeting location for this month only...
We will be meeting at Kell Komatsubara's home, in Halawa Heights for this meeting, Please email or call for directions, or to set up carpooling.
March 8, 2007: Meeting change, and Kawaii Kon info...
Due to the late announcement of the SuperBrawl, we will have to change the venue for the meeting on the 31st. We will be announcing that change shortly. We may be doing the meeting at someones house. We will post this info by sunday! As for the Kawaii Kon, the board plans on attending at least saturday, and we will be going to Waikiki GS Studio around 11pm for some late night karaoke fun since we are in Waikiki.
March 4th, 2007: New trivia question added...
This months trivia question is now up! Pam Verrey came up with a good Studio Ghibli question, and will be donating the prize as well.
We will be meeting at Kell Komatsubara's home, in Halawa Heights for this meeting, Please email or call for directions, or to set up carpooling.
March 8, 2007: Meeting change, and Kawaii Kon info...
Due to the late announcement of the SuperBrawl, we will have to change the venue for the meeting on the 31st. We will be announcing that change shortly. We may be doing the meeting at someones house. We will post this info by sunday! As for the Kawaii Kon, the board plans on attending at least saturday, and we will be going to Waikiki GS Studio around 11pm for some late night karaoke fun since we are in Waikiki.
March 4th, 2007: New trivia question added...
This months trivia question is now up! Pam Verrey came up with a good Studio Ghibli question, and will be donating the prize as well.
Feb. 28th, 2007: Next meeting!
Yes, we have the date for the next meeting! March 31st, at HMC Academy! Come early, as we will be showing the second half of DENSHA OTOKO GX: "The last crusade" at the beginning of the meeting. Also, if anyone is interested, let us know if you want to go to Waikiki GS after the meeting instead of Zippys.
Feb. 24th, 2007: Ah, fun times again!
An unexpected part of the meeting, we showed the first half of DENSHA OTOKO GX: The last crusade. We will continue the last half of this made for TV movie at the next meeting. Anyways, anyone up for karaoke soon? Email us and we'll set up a weekend for Waikiki GS Studio. Once again, thanks to the new members, and those who are our regulars. Without you guys, the club could not exist! Hope to see you all at the next meeting!
Yes, we have the date for the next meeting! March 31st, at HMC Academy! Come early, as we will be showing the second half of DENSHA OTOKO GX: "The last crusade" at the beginning of the meeting. Also, if anyone is interested, let us know if you want to go to Waikiki GS after the meeting instead of Zippys.
Feb. 24th, 2007: Ah, fun times again!
An unexpected part of the meeting, we showed the first half of DENSHA OTOKO GX: The last crusade. We will continue the last half of this made for TV movie at the next meeting. Anyways, anyone up for karaoke soon? Email us and we'll set up a weekend for Waikiki GS Studio. Once again, thanks to the new members, and those who are our regulars. Without you guys, the club could not exist! Hope to see you all at the next meeting!
Feb. 12th, 2007: Club Member Gannon Goo sent me this link
This site is an interesting video guide to Akihabara and the OTAKUS who congregate there. Go here to view the site.
Jan. 20th, 2007: New faces, fun time!
It was good to see those new faces to the anime club, and hopefully we can give you your fix of anime on a regular basis. Seems like the two new series Ghost Hunt, and World's Strongest Disciple: Kenichi is looking to be a hit and we look forward to more episodes of them(Just hope they don't get picked up too soon). Jan. 14th, 2007: Thanks to those who stopped by... Once again, we had a lot of fun and made some new friends at this years JCCH New Years Ohana Festival. Hopefully, we'll see everyone this sat. at HMC Academy, to continue our monthly series!
Jan. 8th, 2007: 2007 is finally upon us!
And speaking of 2007, we will be at the JCCH's New Years Ohana Festival on Jan. 14th. We also have two slots in the gallery from 12:30pm to 3:30pm. "Ghost Hunt", and "World's strongest disciple Kenichi" will be playing in the gallery. Also, these shows will be added to our monthly play list, so come on over to the gallery and see the first episodes. Also, our first meeting will be on Jan. 20th, at our usual home HMC Academy. We have dropped "Honey and Clover" from the line up, but added the two shows we will be debuting at the festival. Hope to see everyone there. Also, the trivia question for the next meeting is also posted in the trivia section of this website. Hope to see all of you soon!
And speaking of 2007, we will be at the JCCH's New Years Ohana Festival on Jan. 14th. We also have two slots in the gallery from 12:30pm to 3:30pm. "Ghost Hunt", and "World's strongest disciple Kenichi" will be playing in the gallery. Also, these shows will be added to our monthly play list, so come on over to the gallery and see the first episodes. Also, our first meeting will be on Jan. 20th, at our usual home HMC Academy. We have dropped "Honey and Clover" from the line up, but added the two shows we will be debuting at the festival. Hope to see everyone there. Also, the trivia question for the next meeting is also posted in the trivia section of this website. Hope to see all of you soon!
Dec. 19th, 2006: Well, the year is almost up...
I hope everyone had a good time at the party, and for those who did not attend, the big winner in the "Anime Idol" karaoke contest, was Mari Okazaki! The runner up was Adrian Martin. The judges after the first round could not decide on a winner, so we picked a random song for each. We had Adrian sing the ending song from Densha Otoko TV series " Sekai wo ai toyobundaze!", and had Mari sing the opening song to Kaze Makase "Tomo no Osake". Mari, even though she HATES ENKA, we just had to give it to her. As judge Milton Streeter said, "Anyone who hates ENKA that much, and does the song so well HAS to win!" Anyways, we'll be announcing the 2007 dates shortly. I hope everyone has a happy and safe New Years, and speaking of new years, we hope to see you all the the Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii's Ohana festival!
I hope everyone had a good time at the party, and for those who did not attend, the big winner in the "Anime Idol" karaoke contest, was Mari Okazaki! The runner up was Adrian Martin. The judges after the first round could not decide on a winner, so we picked a random song for each. We had Adrian sing the ending song from Densha Otoko TV series " Sekai wo ai toyobundaze!", and had Mari sing the opening song to Kaze Makase "Tomo no Osake". Mari, even though she HATES ENKA, we just had to give it to her. As judge Milton Streeter said, "Anyone who hates ENKA that much, and does the song so well HAS to win!" Anyways, we'll be announcing the 2007 dates shortly. I hope everyone has a happy and safe New Years, and speaking of new years, we hope to see you all the the Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii's Ohana festival!
Dec. 19th, 2006: Well, the year is almost up...
I hope everyone had a good time at the party, and for those who did not attend, the big winner in the "Anime Idol" karaoke contest, was Mari Okazaki! The runner up was Adrian Martin. The judges after the first round could not decide on a winner, so we picked a random song for each. We had Adrian sing the ending song from Densha Otoko TV series " Sekai wo ai toyobundaze!", and had Mari sing the opening song to Kaze Makase "Tomo no Osake". Mari, even though she HATES ENKA, we just had to give it to her. As judge Milton Streeter said, "Anyone who hates ENKA that much, and does the song so well HAS to win!" Anyways, we'll be announcing the 2007 dates shortly. I hope everyone has a happy and safe New Years, and speaking of new years, we hope to see you all the the Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii's Ohana festival! Dec. 2nd, 2006: Today is the XMAS party!
We will start at 6pm, at Waikiki GS Studio, 320 Lewers. Karaoke, food, games and the new addition, "Anime Idol" karaoke contest! Hope to see everyone there. We got some pretty cool prizes lined up for everyone!
Nov. 20th, 2006: New reivews by Baka-Chan!
Yes, she's back with more reviews! Check out her reviews on "Blood+" and "Le Chevalier D'eon".
Nov. 12th, 2006: Please sign up for the XMAS party...
...as soon as possible. We need to take a head count so we can order the food needed and also know what we will be needing for prizes for the games. Remember, it will be at Waikiki GS Studio on Dec. 2nd, from 6pm to 9pm. $15 for members, $20 for non-members. Members, please bring your friends, as they may get to see what fun we have at all of our functions and may decide to join in with us for 2007! Games included are pictionary, last man standing, and of course, the new game of "WHO WANT'S TO BE THE NEXT ANIME IDOL!"
We will start at 6pm, at Waikiki GS Studio, 320 Lewers. Karaoke, food, games and the new addition, "Anime Idol" karaoke contest! Hope to see everyone there. We got some pretty cool prizes lined up for everyone!
Nov. 20th, 2006: New reivews by Baka-Chan!
Yes, she's back with more reviews! Check out her reviews on "Blood+" and "Le Chevalier D'eon".
Nov. 12th, 2006: Please sign up for the XMAS party...
...as soon as possible. We need to take a head count so we can order the food needed and also know what we will be needing for prizes for the games. Remember, it will be at Waikiki GS Studio on Dec. 2nd, from 6pm to 9pm. $15 for members, $20 for non-members. Members, please bring your friends, as they may get to see what fun we have at all of our functions and may decide to join in with us for 2007! Games included are pictionary, last man standing, and of course, the new game of "WHO WANT'S TO BE THE NEXT ANIME IDOL!"
Nov. 1st, 2006: Halloween is done, and Black Lagoon news...
Well, it was another fun night until the 3am hour for us in Waikiki! Kudos to those who made it and spent the night with us! Photos will be posted soon in the GALLERY section of the website! Also, rumors are REALLY strong that Black Lagoon will be soon picked up by the U.S. arm of GENEON entertainment. So, at the next meeting, we plan on a Black Lagoon marathon! We will at least finish up the first season, and if time permits we will be debuting the new show to our line up, "FLAG".
October 29th, 2006: Zachary Tom the new VP!
Zac is one of the founding members of the club, and has stepped up to the plate to be the new VP. Also, for the xmas party, Tsukikage Ran has added her name to the list of judges!
Well, it was another fun night until the 3am hour for us in Waikiki! Kudos to those who made it and spent the night with us! Photos will be posted soon in the GALLERY section of the website! Also, rumors are REALLY strong that Black Lagoon will be soon picked up by the U.S. arm of GENEON entertainment. So, at the next meeting, we plan on a Black Lagoon marathon! We will at least finish up the first season, and if time permits we will be debuting the new show to our line up, "FLAG".
October 29th, 2006: Zachary Tom the new VP!
Zac is one of the founding members of the club, and has stepped up to the plate to be the new VP. Also, for the xmas party, Tsukikage Ran has added her name to the list of judges!
October 17th, 2006: HIFF was AWESOME!
Once again, the 26th annual Hawaii International Film Festival was great for us anime and japanese cinema fans! Satoshi Kon's "PAPRIKA" was a good sci fi thriller, but what blew us away, was the US release of "OTOKO NO TACHI YAMATO"! Probably one of the best war movies ever made period and with character development so powerful, you almost believe you are related to them and want(and in some cases you do) cry with them. We here at OAE rate this movie at two kleenex boxes, and at least for me, I want to go to see the Yamato Museum!
Oct. 13th, 2006: XMAS PARTY SCHEDULED!!!
Yes, the rumors ARE TRUE! The XMAS party this year, will be held at the WAIKIKI GS STUDIO on Dec. 2nd. The festivities start at 6pm, and will go until 10pm. We are currently working on the menu, and are looking at around $15 a head for members, and $20 for non-members. We will have the usual games, Pictionary, and Last Man Standing. However, we will be starting an ALL NEW GAME! So, WHO WANTS TO BE THE NEXT ANIME IDOL? We will have THREE special anime character guest to be the judges, and the first RUMORED judge will be INUYASHA. Also, remember at the end we will have the gift exchange. Any gift, around $5 in value, nothing perishable, or dated (i.e. FOOD, Calendars) as we still have the leftover gift from last year, so hope that someone followed the rules. More info will be posted as we get it.
Once again, the 26th annual Hawaii International Film Festival was great for us anime and japanese cinema fans! Satoshi Kon's "PAPRIKA" was a good sci fi thriller, but what blew us away, was the US release of "OTOKO NO TACHI YAMATO"! Probably one of the best war movies ever made period and with character development so powerful, you almost believe you are related to them and want(and in some cases you do) cry with them. We here at OAE rate this movie at two kleenex boxes, and at least for me, I want to go to see the Yamato Museum!
Oct. 13th, 2006: XMAS PARTY SCHEDULED!!!
Yes, the rumors ARE TRUE! The XMAS party this year, will be held at the WAIKIKI GS STUDIO on Dec. 2nd. The festivities start at 6pm, and will go until 10pm. We are currently working on the menu, and are looking at around $15 a head for members, and $20 for non-members. We will have the usual games, Pictionary, and Last Man Standing. However, we will be starting an ALL NEW GAME! So, WHO WANTS TO BE THE NEXT ANIME IDOL? We will have THREE special anime character guest to be the judges, and the first RUMORED judge will be INUYASHA. Also, remember at the end we will have the gift exchange. Any gift, around $5 in value, nothing perishable, or dated (i.e. FOOD, Calendars) as we still have the leftover gift from last year, so hope that someone followed the rules. More info will be posted as we get it.
October 17th, 2006: HIFF was AWESOME!
Once again, the 26th annual Hawaii International Film Festival was great for us anime and japanese cinema fans! Satoshi Kon's "PAPRIKA" was a good sci fi thriller, but what blew us away, was the US release of "OTOKO NO TACHI YAMATO"! Probably one of the best war movies ever made period and with character development so powerful, you almost believe you are related to them and want(and in some cases you do) cry with them. We here at OAE rate this movie at two kleenex boxes, and at least for me, I want to go to see the Yamato Museum!
Oct. 13th, 2006: XMAS PARTY SCHEDULED!!!
Yes, the rumors ARE TRUE! The XMAS party this year, will be held at the WAIKIKI GS STUDIO on Dec. 2nd. The festivities start at 6pm, and will go until 10pm. We are currently working on the menu, and are looking at around $15 a head for members, and $20 for non-members. We will have the usual games, Pictionary, and Last Man Standing. However, we will be starting an ALL NEW GAME! So, WHO WANTS TO BE THE NEXT ANIME IDOL? We will have THREE special anime character guest to be the judges, and the first RUMORED judge will be INUYASHA. Also, remember at the end we will have the gift exchange. Any gift, around $5 in value, nothing perishable, or dated (i.e. FOOD, Calendars) as we still have the leftover gift from last year, so hope that someone followed the rules. More info will be posted as we get it.
Once again, the 26th annual Hawaii International Film Festival was great for us anime and japanese cinema fans! Satoshi Kon's "PAPRIKA" was a good sci fi thriller, but what blew us away, was the US release of "OTOKO NO TACHI YAMATO"! Probably one of the best war movies ever made period and with character development so powerful, you almost believe you are related to them and want(and in some cases you do) cry with them. We here at OAE rate this movie at two kleenex boxes, and at least for me, I want to go to see the Yamato Museum!
Oct. 13th, 2006: XMAS PARTY SCHEDULED!!!
Yes, the rumors ARE TRUE! The XMAS party this year, will be held at the WAIKIKI GS STUDIO on Dec. 2nd. The festivities start at 6pm, and will go until 10pm. We are currently working on the menu, and are looking at around $15 a head for members, and $20 for non-members. We will have the usual games, Pictionary, and Last Man Standing. However, we will be starting an ALL NEW GAME! So, WHO WANTS TO BE THE NEXT ANIME IDOL? We will have THREE special anime character guest to be the judges, and the first RUMORED judge will be INUYASHA. Also, remember at the end we will have the gift exchange. Any gift, around $5 in value, nothing perishable, or dated (i.e. FOOD, Calendars) as we still have the leftover gift from last year, so hope that someone followed the rules. More info will be posted as we get it.
Oct. 10th, 2006: HIFF movies...
Four shows to go to this year! First is Satoshi Kon's PAPRIKA, where science creates a machine to enter ones dreams. As usual, someone abuses that privledge. HIFF's Andersen Le tells me the director will be at the show so let's rock the house out by filling it full of anime fans! The other, is the sequel to the Robotech series, "ROBOTECH: The Shadow Chronicles". The other two, are live action shows. "Sukeban Deka", is a live action version of the anime of the same name. This should be another great one to see. The one I was most grateful of, was the movie on the REAL Yamato. "Otoko Tachi no Yamato" is about the men and officers of the Battleship Yamato, starring Sorimachi Takeshi of GTO fame. Anyone wanting to go, let us know so we can pick up the members discount ticket for you.
Sept. 24th, 2006: Parting words from VP Eric Kihara...
"I hope everyone has a great year, and please continue to support the club. I hope to join you all when OAE makes it's trip to Japan, so save up so you can savor the culture of Japan."
Sept 21st, 2006: Tomorrow is the meeting and Karaoke!
Remember, this is a SHORT meeting, then we go to Karaoke!
Four shows to go to this year! First is Satoshi Kon's PAPRIKA, where science creates a machine to enter ones dreams. As usual, someone abuses that privledge. HIFF's Andersen Le tells me the director will be at the show so let's rock the house out by filling it full of anime fans! The other, is the sequel to the Robotech series, "ROBOTECH: The Shadow Chronicles". The other two, are live action shows. "Sukeban Deka", is a live action version of the anime of the same name. This should be another great one to see. The one I was most grateful of, was the movie on the REAL Yamato. "Otoko Tachi no Yamato" is about the men and officers of the Battleship Yamato, starring Sorimachi Takeshi of GTO fame. Anyone wanting to go, let us know so we can pick up the members discount ticket for you.
Sept. 24th, 2006: Parting words from VP Eric Kihara...
"I hope everyone has a great year, and please continue to support the club. I hope to join you all when OAE makes it's trip to Japan, so save up so you can savor the culture of Japan."
Sept 21st, 2006: Tomorrow is the meeting and Karaoke!
Remember, this is a SHORT meeting, then we go to Karaoke!
Sept 15th, 2006: Eric is bringing his collection...
...to the meeting on the 23rd. It will be a free for all, take what you can carry away and what ever is left will go to trash, valuable or not. We will have the "Mari waits one minute to give everyone else a chance to get something good" rule applied here. LOL...
Sept. 11th, 2006: Eric Kihara Moving Sale...
...and take away before it goes to H-Power! That's right folks, If you are interested in purchasing some bookshelves, desk, and furniture, email us here with your phone number and we'll have Eric give you a call. Also, there are a lot of gaming books that if you are interested in he'll give you them for free to a happy home instead of generating a watt of electricity at H-Power. He also has a bunch of wall scrolls and misc comics so hurry. He will be eliminating most of this by this upcoming weekend, so hurry and let him know.
...to the meeting on the 23rd. It will be a free for all, take what you can carry away and what ever is left will go to trash, valuable or not. We will have the "Mari waits one minute to give everyone else a chance to get something good" rule applied here. LOL...
Sept. 11th, 2006: Eric Kihara Moving Sale...
...and take away before it goes to H-Power! That's right folks, If you are interested in purchasing some bookshelves, desk, and furniture, email us here with your phone number and we'll have Eric give you a call. Also, there are a lot of gaming books that if you are interested in he'll give you them for free to a happy home instead of generating a watt of electricity at H-Power. He also has a bunch of wall scrolls and misc comics so hurry. He will be eliminating most of this by this upcoming weekend, so hurry and let him know.
Sept. 1st, 2006: Halloween in Waikiki...
Yes, it may be two months away but Halloween will sneak up on us quickly again. Currently, we are looking to stay at the Sheraton Waikiki, but that may change if they are on strike. Those who wish to stay, can sleep over at the hotel and go to work the next morning. We are looking at going to dinner at 6pm, then walking around Waikiki until 10pm. From there, we will head on over via the Waikiki Trolley to Restraunt Row. After that, we will go to Waikiki GS Studios for some late night Karaoke. At the next meeting, let us know who will be attending, and staying over in the hotel room...
Yes, it may be two months away but Halloween will sneak up on us quickly again. Currently, we are looking to stay at the Sheraton Waikiki, but that may change if they are on strike. Those who wish to stay, can sleep over at the hotel and go to work the next morning. We are looking at going to dinner at 6pm, then walking around Waikiki until 10pm. From there, we will head on over via the Waikiki Trolley to Restraunt Row. After that, we will go to Waikiki GS Studios for some late night Karaoke. At the next meeting, let us know who will be attending, and staying over in the hotel room...
August 28th, 2006: Seiyuu Hirotaka Suzuoki...
The voice actor for Ranma 1/2's Tatewaki Kuno, Passed away on August 10th, from lung cancer at the age of 56. May the spirit of Tatewaki Kuno live on!
The voice actor for Ranma 1/2's Tatewaki Kuno, Passed away on August 10th, from lung cancer at the age of 56. May the spirit of Tatewaki Kuno live on!
August 20, 2006: Thanks for your dedication Eric Kihara!
As announced, our VP Eric Kihara will be leaving our island paradise for the desert of Las Vegas. Eric Kihara is one of the founding members for the club and a strong influence in what we have become today. We hope he will find his new endeavors fruitful and can find all the anime he wants in Vegas. What we are planning however, is a HUGE going away party for him. The next meeting, will be a short meeting at HMC, followed by a trip to Waikiki GS Studios! It is the only fitting way we can send off a friend like this! Date and times will be announced shortly.
As announced, our VP Eric Kihara will be leaving our island paradise for the desert of Las Vegas. Eric Kihara is one of the founding members for the club and a strong influence in what we have become today. We hope he will find his new endeavors fruitful and can find all the anime he wants in Vegas. What we are planning however, is a HUGE going away party for him. The next meeting, will be a short meeting at HMC, followed by a trip to Waikiki GS Studios! It is the only fitting way we can send off a friend like this! Date and times will be announced shortly.
August 20, 2006: HEY! NEW WINNER!
Sephi Hakubi correctly put the names to the shows! Thanks again to Jason Yadao for the prize!
Sephi Hakubi correctly put the names to the shows! Thanks again to Jason Yadao for the prize!
August 7, 2006: Next meeting is on August 19th...
Yes, we're back at HMC! No place like home huh? We are continuing the play list, and also the trivia game as well so be prepared!
Yes, we're back at HMC! No place like home huh? We are continuing the play list, and also the trivia game as well so be prepared!
August 2, 2006: New trivia question is up!
Check out the trivia section for the question. This months prize, is donated by Jason Yadao of the Star Bulletin. Jason writes the "CEL SHADED" article that comes out every monday.
Check out the trivia section for the question. This months prize, is donated by Jason Yadao of the Star Bulletin. Jason writes the "CEL SHADED" article that comes out every monday.
July 30th, 2006: Thanks to everyone who came!
We saw our regulars, and a few new faces as well. After watching some anime, dinner at Yoshiya's, more anime then KARAOKE at GS Studios we went back and did an AKAGI Marathon until 7am! Well, the ones who lasted the course were Marvin Nakajima and Lia Rodrigues. All of the rest who stayed the night were fast asleep by then! Also, Lia once again got the correct answer in the quiz game, although she only got parts of it right. Anyways, it was a fun birthday party for the OAE and we hope to do this again next year! Thanks again to "BloodtypeX" for the cool COSPLAY magazine! I'll be sure to return it to you as soon as possible!
July 25th, 2006: OAE in the news!
Jason Yadao's CEL SHADED article every monday in the Star Bulletin has a pretty cool article on our first anniversary. Also, it lists three of our members who were winners in the contest of theirs as well. To see the article, click here.
We saw our regulars, and a few new faces as well. After watching some anime, dinner at Yoshiya's, more anime then KARAOKE at GS Studios we went back and did an AKAGI Marathon until 7am! Well, the ones who lasted the course were Marvin Nakajima and Lia Rodrigues. All of the rest who stayed the night were fast asleep by then! Also, Lia once again got the correct answer in the quiz game, although she only got parts of it right. Anyways, it was a fun birthday party for the OAE and we hope to do this again next year! Thanks again to "BloodtypeX" for the cool COSPLAY magazine! I'll be sure to return it to you as soon as possible!
July 25th, 2006: OAE in the news!
Jason Yadao's CEL SHADED article every monday in the Star Bulletin has a pretty cool article on our first anniversary. Also, it lists three of our members who were winners in the contest of theirs as well. To see the article, click here.
July 20th, 2006: We will be starting the shows at 4pm!
That gives us a lot of time for EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES like Karaoke, and GOOD food! Also, after we get done with our scheduled play list, we'll be showing a WHOLE lot more anime of all kinds! Maybe it should be a "last man/woman standing" game? We did that once before, a long time ago. Maybe it is time to do this again?
July 11th, 2006: HOTEL MEETING at the SHERATON!
Okay folks! We'll be at the Sheraton Waikiki on July 29th in the hotel suites. We are looking at where to eat. One option is Yoshiya's, which is in the hotel but kind of pricey ($25 a head, then again, this is Waikiki). Those who want to stay over, please let us know as soon as possible. We will be showing our normal play list, starting from 6pm. We will be in the hotel from 3pm, and just call the Oahu Anime Explorer phone number 808-386-3766, and we'll give you the hotel room number.
July 2nd, 2006: We are ONE YEAR OLD!
In celebration, we will be having a Waikiki Hotel outing. Once we know the venue the times and other info will be posted. We are also planning a trip to Waikiki GS Studio for some Karaoke!
That gives us a lot of time for EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES like Karaoke, and GOOD food! Also, after we get done with our scheduled play list, we'll be showing a WHOLE lot more anime of all kinds! Maybe it should be a "last man/woman standing" game? We did that once before, a long time ago. Maybe it is time to do this again?
July 11th, 2006: HOTEL MEETING at the SHERATON!
Okay folks! We'll be at the Sheraton Waikiki on July 29th in the hotel suites. We are looking at where to eat. One option is Yoshiya's, which is in the hotel but kind of pricey ($25 a head, then again, this is Waikiki). Those who want to stay over, please let us know as soon as possible. We will be showing our normal play list, starting from 6pm. We will be in the hotel from 3pm, and just call the Oahu Anime Explorer phone number 808-386-3766, and we'll give you the hotel room number.
July 2nd, 2006: We are ONE YEAR OLD!
In celebration, we will be having a Waikiki Hotel outing. Once we know the venue the times and other info will be posted. We are also planning a trip to Waikiki GS Studio for some Karaoke!
June 28th, 2006: Time to double up...
Certain shows, which the board has deemed most likely to be picked up quickly, will begin to be shown in pairs. So, before anyone can pick up The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya and Black Lagoon, we will begin showing two episodes per meeting for these shows.
June 25th, 2006: Lia Rodrigues is the big winner!
Lia correctly answered the first quiz game! In the show "Trivia Seed", they asked "How many Akihabara males would stop and save the girl, just like in Densha Otoko? They re created the scene to see just how many would stop and help. The numbers are surprising, as SIXTY NINE of them stopped to help the girl in trouble. Look in the trivia section, for the JULY question!
Certain shows, which the board has deemed most likely to be picked up quickly, will begin to be shown in pairs. So, before anyone can pick up The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya and Black Lagoon, we will begin showing two episodes per meeting for these shows.
June 25th, 2006: Lia Rodrigues is the big winner!
Lia correctly answered the first quiz game! In the show "Trivia Seed", they asked "How many Akihabara males would stop and save the girl, just like in Densha Otoko? They re created the scene to see just how many would stop and help. The numbers are surprising, as SIXTY NINE of them stopped to help the girl in trouble. Look in the trivia section, for the JULY question!
June 19th, 2006: Star Bulletin CEL SHADED is one year old!
Jason Yadao's column, CEL SHADED is celebrating it's first birthday. With this, they are having an essay contest with some really cool prizes! Go here for more info!
Jason Yadao's column, CEL SHADED is celebrating it's first birthday. With this, they are having an essay contest with some really cool prizes! Go here for more info!
June 7th, 2006: Summer Outing Planning Stage...
We are looking at a summer outing, either at a beach, or maybe, a night of karaoke and a hotel room stay. We will be discussing this at the next meeting, so bring your ideas with you so we can come up with a plan for this outing.
May 28th, 2006: Densha Otoko project...
We have begun the ground work, on out very own short video! A parody of the hit Japanese show DENSHA OTOKO, with a local flavor. Our project engineers have started on the scripts, and we are starting to look at who will be cast into what roles shortly. Several of our members have their roles set out for them, but we are looking for MORE people to play the many roles of this tv series. All we can say right now is, the plot line will be changed from a train to a bus... ;-)
We are looking at a summer outing, either at a beach, or maybe, a night of karaoke and a hotel room stay. We will be discussing this at the next meeting, so bring your ideas with you so we can come up with a plan for this outing.
May 28th, 2006: Densha Otoko project...
We have begun the ground work, on out very own short video! A parody of the hit Japanese show DENSHA OTOKO, with a local flavor. Our project engineers have started on the scripts, and we are starting to look at who will be cast into what roles shortly. Several of our members have their roles set out for them, but we are looking for MORE people to play the many roles of this tv series. All we can say right now is, the plot line will be changed from a train to a bus... ;-)
May 27th, 2006: Full Metal Panic-TSR acquired!
Sagara and Kaname chan has been taken hostage by FUNIMATION! Well, not quite, but Funimation recently announced their acquision of the FMP-TSR show. So, that means we can no longer play FMP. But, not to worry. We have a good surprise for everyone in its replacement!
Sagara and Kaname chan has been taken hostage by FUNIMATION! Well, not quite, but Funimation recently announced their acquision of the FMP-TSR show. So, that means we can no longer play FMP. But, not to worry. We have a good surprise for everyone in its replacement!
May 26th, 2006: BAKACHAN is in the HOUSE!!!
We have a new review person added to our group. BakaChan is one of our regular members to the club, and will be adding in reviews so you can get an idea on what shows are out there, and what BakaChan's opinions of them are. Anyone else wanting to send in reviews, please do so! We'd like our review page to be very comprehensive so people from all over Hawaii will come here to check out what is the latest anime and also, to see what some of the older anime was about as well.
We have a new review person added to our group. BakaChan is one of our regular members to the club, and will be adding in reviews so you can get an idea on what shows are out there, and what BakaChan's opinions of them are. Anyone else wanting to send in reviews, please do so! We'd like our review page to be very comprehensive so people from all over Hawaii will come here to check out what is the latest anime and also, to see what some of the older anime was about as well.
May 21st, 2006: Updated programming!
Former Oahu Tamago Ethan got us hooked on this new show in Japan! Black Lagoon! What perfect timing as "Full Metal Panic:The second raid" is ending, and we were looking for a new warfare/mercenary anime to show! Lot of action, funny situations, and a girl with big GUNS and not afraid to use them! If you liked shows like FMP and NOIR, you'll like this show!
May 14th, 2006: Next meeting!
The next meeting will be on June 24th, at HMC. Remember, bring you answers to the question in a sealed envelope with your name on the paper.
The next meeting will be on June 24th, at HMC. Remember, bring you answers to the question in a sealed envelope with your name on the paper.
May 8th, 2006: WEBSITE UPDATED!
We have redone the site a bit, to make it more user friendly and have added sections for anime reviews. We will be adding to the reviews in the next couple of weeks, so if you want to add to the reviews, just email us your review and we will add it to the sections. Don't worry if there is a review of your favorite anime already, as we'd like to put several reviews for each anime if possible. We know, not everyone likes the same kind of anime, so different points of view are welcome!
We have redone the site a bit, to make it more user friendly and have added sections for anime reviews. We will be adding to the reviews in the next couple of weeks, so if you want to add to the reviews, just email us your review and we will add it to the sections. Don't worry if there is a review of your favorite anime already, as we'd like to put several reviews for each anime if possible. We know, not everyone likes the same kind of anime, so different points of view are welcome!
May 1st, 2006: TRIVIA QUESTION CONTEST!
Every month, we will have a trivia question. Prizes will be awarded to the winner of this contest. Starting from the June meeting, we will have everyone write down their answer on a sheet of paper with their name. Place them into an envelope and we will draw them by random, and the first correct answer (or closest without going over if the answer is numerical) wins! Go to the trivia page for more info, and the latest question!
Every month, we will have a trivia question. Prizes will be awarded to the winner of this contest. Starting from the June meeting, we will have everyone write down their answer on a sheet of paper with their name. Place them into an envelope and we will draw them by random, and the first correct answer (or closest without going over if the answer is numerical) wins! Go to the trivia page for more info, and the latest question!
April 20th, 2006: Next meeting, May 6th...
May 6th is the only open weekend for the dojo, so we will be taking advantage of that opening in their schedule. However, we also will be doing some kind of club outing later in May, so bring your ideas of what kind of event you'd all like to do as we will be discussing those ideas at the meeting.
April 20th, 2006: Kawaii Kon is over!
I hope everyone had a lot of fun at this event! We were told, that next year promises to be bigger and better, in a bigger and better venue! We will be posting pics of the event shortly.
May 6th is the only open weekend for the dojo, so we will be taking advantage of that opening in their schedule. However, we also will be doing some kind of club outing later in May, so bring your ideas of what kind of event you'd all like to do as we will be discussing those ideas at the meeting.
April 20th, 2006: Kawaii Kon is over!
I hope everyone had a lot of fun at this event! We were told, that next year promises to be bigger and better, in a bigger and better venue! We will be posting pics of the event shortly.
April 1st, 2006: Meeting on the 8th...
No April Fools joke here, mother nature blew us off course, and we will have to alter our April plans. Instead of a meeting, we will be at the Kawaii Kon, and enjoying the three days of non stop anime fun! (We wish all the team members of HMC Academy participating in the PIP event that got rained out the best!)
No April Fools joke here, mother nature blew us off course, and we will have to alter our April plans. Instead of a meeting, we will be at the Kawaii Kon, and enjoying the three days of non stop anime fun! (We wish all the team members of HMC Academy participating in the PIP event that got rained out the best!)
March 26th, 2006: Linda, Linda, Linda...
Looks like we will be going to the HIFF film festival on April 2nd for the showing of Linda, Linda, Linda. It is at 3pm, so if anyone wants tickets, please get ahold of me as soon as possible, so I can go and get the member priced tickets for everyone.
Looks like we will be going to the HIFF film festival on April 2nd for the showing of Linda, Linda, Linda. It is at 3pm, so if anyone wants tickets, please get ahold of me as soon as possible, so I can go and get the member priced tickets for everyone.
March 25th, 2006: HIFF Spring Film Festival...
Our friend, Andersen Le sent me an email about some really cool japanese shows that will be playing at the HIFF Spring Film Festival. The favorite of Andersen is "Linda, Linda, Linda". and the other shows are "Always: Sunset on Third Street", "The Gift", and "Spring Snow". Click on the links for a synopsis, and viewing times. We will be talking about these shows tonight at the meeting, and we'll see if an outing of some kind is needed!
March 13th, 2006: CEL SHADED anime quiz contest!
Jason Yadao, has set up a quiz game contest on his newspaper column. Let's show Hawaii that The Oahu Anime Explorer has the most knowledgeable anime fans here! Go here to the article...
March 13th, 2006: CEL SHADED anime quiz contest!
Jason Yadao, has set up a quiz game contest on his newspaper column. Let's show Hawaii that The Oahu Anime Explorer has the most knowledgeable anime fans here! Go here to the article...
March 11, 2006: WE NOW HAVE A FORUM!
Thanks to Mr. Mike Kitchens, and the Hawaii Talks forum site, we have a way for everyone to be able to get in touch with each other! Leave opinions, views, and also let us know what is happening in your anime world! The forums link is on the front page of this website!
Thanks to Mr. Mike Kitchens, and the Hawaii Talks forum site, we have a way for everyone to be able to get in touch with each other! Leave opinions, views, and also let us know what is happening in your anime world! The forums link is on the front page of this website!
Feb 13th, 2006: Fundraiser tickets will be available...
At the Feb. 18th meeting, the tickets for Bob's BBQ kalua pig will be ready for pickup. Remember, every ticket you sell, will go to your account for the trip to Japan in 2007! So sell up! The president said, he has a special anime gift to the one who sells the most tickets! Jan. 29th, 2006: Fundraiser information It has been decided that the first fundraiser will be Bob's BBQ kalua pig. The tickets will sell for $6 each and the sale will run for one month. The tickets will be given out at the febuary meeting and the tickets will be collected at the March meeting. The final details will be available during the Febuary meeting so please show up for details.
At the Feb. 18th meeting, the tickets for Bob's BBQ kalua pig will be ready for pickup. Remember, every ticket you sell, will go to your account for the trip to Japan in 2007! So sell up! The president said, he has a special anime gift to the one who sells the most tickets! Jan. 29th, 2006: Fundraiser information It has been decided that the first fundraiser will be Bob's BBQ kalua pig. The tickets will sell for $6 each and the sale will run for one month. The tickets will be given out at the febuary meeting and the tickets will be collected at the March meeting. The final details will be available during the Febuary meeting so please show up for details.
Jan. 24th, 2006: Change of Feb. Date, and Hawaiian Initial D!
Due to the schedule change for ICON Sports "Rumble on the Rock", Our host Kevin will be having to judge on Feb. 25th and will not be able to open the dojo. However, we will be moving the date up to the 18th so we can get our anime fix earlier! Sorry for the date change, but I think, the 18th will be pretty cool. Also, any Initial D fans! There will be a private track day at Hawaii Raceway Park on the 19th, the day after. If you want to come see what drifting is like in person, come on down! When you get to the gate, just tell them you are a member of the Oahu Anime Explorer, and they'll let you in FREE! Actually, it is free to watch, but only invited guests.
Due to the schedule change for ICON Sports "Rumble on the Rock", Our host Kevin will be having to judge on Feb. 25th and will not be able to open the dojo. However, we will be moving the date up to the 18th so we can get our anime fix earlier! Sorry for the date change, but I think, the 18th will be pretty cool. Also, any Initial D fans! There will be a private track day at Hawaii Raceway Park on the 19th, the day after. If you want to come see what drifting is like in person, come on down! When you get to the gate, just tell them you are a member of the Oahu Anime Explorer, and they'll let you in FREE! Actually, it is free to watch, but only invited guests.
Jan. 14th, 2006: Full Moon Wo Sagashite...
This series has just been picked up by VIZ Video. So, we are now pulling this series from the line up. "Capeta" will be the new series replacing it. In fact, we showed the first episode at the end of the last meeting. If you missed this meeting, and you wish to see the episode, discs will be available by the end of this week at OK Anime on Ward Ave.
This series has just been picked up by VIZ Video. So, we are now pulling this series from the line up. "Capeta" will be the new series replacing it. In fact, we showed the first episode at the end of the last meeting. If you missed this meeting, and you wish to see the episode, discs will be available by the end of this week at OK Anime on Ward Ave.
Jan. 14th, 2006: Full Moon Wo Sagashite...
This series has just been picked up by VIZ Video. So, we are now pulling this series from the line up. "Capeta" will be the new series replacing it. In fact, we showed the first episode at the end of the last meeting. If you missed this meeting, and you wish to see the episode, discs will be available by the end of this week at OK Anime on Ward Ave.
This series has just been picked up by VIZ Video. So, we are now pulling this series from the line up. "Capeta" will be the new series replacing it. In fact, we showed the first episode at the end of the last meeting. If you missed this meeting, and you wish to see the episode, discs will be available by the end of this week at OK Anime on Ward Ave.
Jan. 12th, 2006: Turner Classic Movies and Studio Ghibli!
For the month of January, Turner Classic Movies will be showing every thursday Studio Ghibli Movies. Tonight, they will be showing "Naussica", and I think they are going to be showing "Totoro" next thursday. Check your TV Guide for exact times.
Jan. 9th, 2006: New Years Festival...
This years New Years Ohana Festival at the JCCH was a huge success for both the JCCH and OAE. It was nice to see a lot of old friends, (Curtis, Uncle Bob, ect.) and made a lot of new ones as well! We plan on being back there in 2007, and hope every year is bigger and better than the year before.
This years New Years Ohana Festival at the JCCH was a huge success for both the JCCH and OAE. It was nice to see a lot of old friends, (Curtis, Uncle Bob, ect.) and made a lot of new ones as well! We plan on being back there in 2007, and hope every year is bigger and better than the year before.
Dec. 16th, 2005: Updated meeting info
We will be holding the meeting on Jan. 14th, instead of the 21st. The Ruas brothers will be in town, and will be using Kevin's dojo for a seminar. So, we have moved our date a week forward, to the 14th. Also, if anyone is into martial arts, and would like to check out any of the seminars Kevin hosts at HMC, please check their website for the latest news, and who is who in the world of Mixed Martial Arts.
Dec. 13th, 2005: New Years Festival info...
We will be at the JCCH New Years Festival on January 8th, from 8am to 3pm. We will be showing selected shows in the main gallery, and will also have a booth in the main ballroom. If any of you would like to help out by manning the booth, making posters, or giving lectures on anime in the gallery, please contact us as soon as possible so we can let the JCCH know what we are going to do so they can schedule everything. This is also a recruitment drive as well, so if any of your friends are wanting to come down and check us out and join, let them know we will be there.
We will be at the JCCH New Years Festival on January 8th, from 8am to 3pm. We will be showing selected shows in the main gallery, and will also have a booth in the main ballroom. If any of you would like to help out by manning the booth, making posters, or giving lectures on anime in the gallery, please contact us as soon as possible so we can let the JCCH know what we are going to do so they can schedule everything. This is also a recruitment drive as well, so if any of your friends are wanting to come down and check us out and join, let them know we will be there.
Dec. 3rd, 2005: Great XMAS party!
Thanks to all who came to enjoy our first XMAS party as OAE members. The big winner in the "Last Man Standing" game, was Ross Yoshino. The all you can eat sushi was a sucess, and hope to have Darren back again sometime for more sushi fun! Once again, the board of directors would like to thank all of you for coming, and hope you will all have a safe XMAS, and a Happy New Year. We hope to see you all in 2006. We will be posting the date of the next meeting before the end of the year.
Thanks to all who came to enjoy our first XMAS party as OAE members. The big winner in the "Last Man Standing" game, was Ross Yoshino. The all you can eat sushi was a sucess, and hope to have Darren back again sometime for more sushi fun! Once again, the board of directors would like to thank all of you for coming, and hope you will all have a safe XMAS, and a Happy New Year. We hope to see you all in 2006. We will be posting the date of the next meeting before the end of the year.
Nov. 30th, 2005: Information of the "GIFT EXCHANGE"
We have been asked, to explain how the "Gift Exchange" at the XMAS party is run. Rules for the gift exchange are simple. Bring a wrapped gift(around $5 or so, SINGLE WRAPPED ONLY or Mari WILL KILL YOU!), and please, no food, perishable, or dated material, as there is ONE gift, left over from the days of our predecessor, that is always left over for next year. Everyone will draw a number, and that number is your turn to pick. The neat thing about this game, is that after the first person picks, he must leave his gift out, and the next person may TAKE YOUR GIFT, or take one from the pile. If someone takes YOUR gift, you may take another from the pile, but not from another person. So, simply put, you want to be the LAST person to pick, as you will have everyones gifts to choose from.
Nov. 26th, 2005: Another cool meeting!
We got to play with our new TOY! The Dell 2300MP projector! Also, we had some newcomers, who even joined us at Zippys for more talk and fun! Anyways, don't forget about the XMAS party! If you can, please let us know if you will be attending or not,