Humanitarian Impact of Nuclear Weapons
Schedule
Sun Dec 07 2025 at 12:00 pm to 01:30 pm
UTC-10:00Location
SGI-USA Hawaii Culture Center | Honolulu, HI
Discover the real-life consequences of nuclear weapons on people and communities firsthand at our event!About this Event
“Humanitarian Impact of Nuclear Weapons”
with Dr. Masao Tomonaga, Nagasaki Hibakusha (atomic bomb survivor)
Sunday, December 7, 12 pm - 1:30 pm
Soka Gakkai International Cultural Center
2729 Pali Highway, Honolulu, Hawaiʻi 96817
Free Parking. Garage Entry from 11:30 am - 12 pm
About Event:
For the first time, Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Survivors (Hibakusha) are visiting Oʻahu to meet and share WWII experiences with local residents, and to talk about working together to achieve a peaceful world. The Hibakusha will hold a meet and greet, provide testimonials, and lead a public dialogue session. Open to the public and everyone is invited to attend.
Co-Sponsors:
- Peacebuilding LLC
- Soka Gokkai International
- United Nations Association of Hawaii - Honolulu Chapter
Directions on Traveling to SGI-USA Hawaii Culture Center
To reach the SGI-USA Hawaii Culture Center by bus, you can take either Route 65 or Route 67 toward Ala Moana Center, then transfer to a bus heading up Pali Highway. The Culture Center is located at 2729 Pali Hwy, Honolulu, HI 96817.
Here’s how to navigate the trip:
Route 65 or 67 Overview
· Route 65 (Honolulu – Ala Moana Center):
- Starts from Hui Iwa Street + Kahekili Highway.
- Ends at Kona Street + Opposite Kona Iki Street near Ala Moana Center.
- Operates daily with multiple stops along Kamehameha Highway.
· Route 67 (Honolulu – Kailua – Waimanalo):
- Travels via Pali Highway to Ala Moana Center.
- Stops include Kailua, Waimanalo, and Downtown Honolulu.
Getting to SGI-USA Hawaii Culture Center
Once you arrive at Ala Moana Center via Route 65 or 67:
1. Transfer to a bus heading up Pali Highway:
- Look for buses that travel toward Nuuanu or Manoa, such as Route 5.
- Confirm with the driver that the bus stops near 2729 Pali Hwy.
2. Disembark near the SGI-USA Hawaii Culture Center:
- The closest stop is on Pali Highway prior to Moanawai Street (traveling North – Mauka); or
- Laimi Street / Jack Lane (traveling South – Makai).
Tips for a Smooth Trip
- Use the Transit app or TheBus website (thebus.org) to check real-time schedules and plan transfers.
- Ask the driver if you're unsure about the stop closest to the Culture Center.
- Bring a HOLO card or exact fare for convenience.
Where is it happening?
SGI-USA Hawaii Culture Center, 2729 Pali Highway, Honolulu, United StatesUSD 0.00









