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Hounsai Hanso Soshitsu Farewell Service
Sep.19.2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Dr. Genshitsu Sen (posthumous-name: Hōunsai Hansō Sōshitsu), who passed away on August 14, 2025 at the age of 102.
Born in Kyoto, Japan on April 19, 1923, Dr. Sen was known for his international promotion of 'Peacefulness Through a Bowl of Tea' and was a cherished leader and promoter of the Japanese Way of Tea for Hawaii and the world. We are eternally grateful to have known him for his teachings, immense generosity and kindness throughout the 74 years since our inception.
Chadō Urasenke Tankōkai Hawaii Association will host a farewell service for Dr. Sen.
[Date] Sunday, October 12, 2025
[Time] 5:00 p.m.
[Place] Honpa Hongwanji Hawaii Betsuin
(1727 Pali Highway, Honolulu, HI 96813)
Everyone is encouraged to attend and the public is welcome.
Tea service (Teicha) and light refreshments will be provided following the service.
Parking will be available at three (3) locations:
Honpa Hongwanji Hawaii Betsuin (1727 Pali Highway); Hongwanji Mission School (1728 Pali Highway); and Prince David Kawānanakoa Middle School (49 Funchal Street).
Year-end Cleaning
Dec.12.2025
End of the year cleanings are schedule as follows. (We ask for your help at the tea house you normally practice.)
We hope you make the time to help keep our tea houses clean for the coming year!
Saturday, December 20, 2025 - Shoji paper replacement, Seikō-an
Sunday, December 21, 2025 - Cleaning at Hanyō-an
Saturday, December 27, 2025 - Cleaning at Seikō-an
2026 General Membership Meeting
Dec.12.2025
The General Membership Meeting of the Chadō Urasenke Tankōkai Hawaii Association will be held on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Members may attend the meeting in person at the Urasenke Foundation of Hawaii, Hanyōan, 245 Saratoga Road, Honolulu, Hawaii.
The purpose of this annual meeting is to discuss and vote on all business matters that may come before the meeting, including:
1) Review and approval of the annual and financial report, and
2) Any other matters relating to the Association.
If you are unable to attend the meeting, please sign, date, and submit the proxy form before Friday, January 23, 2026.
Additionally, if you have not yet paid your 2025 annual dues, please do so as soon as possible, as only members who have paid their 2025 dues will be eligible to vote.
Thank you for your attention and cooperation.
Please complete and send your proxy form from Members Only page.
For questions, please contact us at urasenkehawaiiassociation@gmail.com.
Hounsai Hanso Soshitsu Farewell Service
Oct.12.2025
Farewell Service for Hōunsai Hanso Sōshitsu was held on October 12th at Honpa Hongwanji Hawai’i Betsuin. Guided by the spirit of “Peacefulness through a Bowl of Tea” Hounsai Sōsho graciously established the first overseas branch here in Hawai’i in 1951.
With heartfelt gratitude and deep respect for the Way of Tea, we continue to cherish and carry forward his legacy and aspiration into the future.
Hounsai Hanso Soshitsu Farewell Service
Sep.19.2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Dr. Genshitsu Sen (posthumous-name: Hōunsai Hansō Sōshitsu), who passed away on August 14, 2025 at the age of 102.
Born in Kyoto, Japan on April 19, 1923, Dr. Sen was known for his international promotion of 'Peacefulness Through a Bowl of Tea' and was a cherished leader and promoter of the Japanese Way of Tea for Hawaii and the world. We are eternally grateful to have known him for his teachings, immense generosity and kindness throughout the 74 years since our inception.
Chadō Urasenke Tankōkai Hawaii Association will host a farewell service for Dr. Sen.
[Date] Sunday, October 12, 2025
[Time] 5:00 p.m.
[Place] Honpa Hongwanji Hawaii Betsuin
(1727 Pali Highway, Honolulu, HI 96813)
Everyone is encouraged to attend and the public is welcome.
Tea service (Teicha) and light refreshments will be provided following the service.
Parking will be available at three (3) locations:
Honpa Hongwanji Hawaii Betsuin (1727 Pali Highway); Hongwanji Mission School (1728 Pali Highway); and Prince David Kawānanakoa Middle School (49 Funchal Street).
Hounsai Sosho Farewell Service in Hawaii
Sep.09.2025
Urasenke Konnichi-an (Kamikyo-ku, Kyoto-City) announced on August 4th that the Farewell service for Sen Genshitsu Daisosho who passed away on August 14th at age 102 will be held on Thursday, November 27, 2025 from 1pm to 3pm at Kyoto Kokusai Kaikan Event Hall (422, yoto-city, Iwakura Oosagi-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto City).
While there will be no formal ceremony, flowers can be offered at this event. They are asking for use of public transportation as well as use of mask and temperature checks at attendance.
Condolences: Hounsai Sen Genshitsu Daisosho Passes
Aug.16.2025
It is with heavy hearts that we send you the official notice from Urasenke of the passing of Dr. Genshitsu Sen on Thursday, August 14, 2025 in Kyoto at the age of 102.
Notice on Daisosho’s passing appears on the Urasenke Konnichian website in the Japanese language including a message from Zabosai Oiemoto. A translation of the official announcement from Konnichian, as well as the message from Zabōsai Oiemoto concerning the events leading up to Daisōshō's sudden passing can be found in the attached PDF document.
Please note that the wake and funeral service will be conducted privately, and we are asked not to send flowers or monetary gifts of condolence.
At this difficult time, please keep Dr. Sen, the Sen family, and all those associated with Urasenke in your thoughts and prayers.