The San Times was created after the Hawaii Herald closed in December 2023, leaving a significant gap in Japanese American journalism in Hawaii. This project focuses on sustaining and growing a new platform that connects communities across Oahu, Maui, Kauai, and the Big Island.

Your support helps us identify and mentor young writers, uncover meaningful stories, and highlight third- and fourth-generation families who continue Japanese traditions today. Writers work closely with our editors to conduct interviews and thoughtfully capture the depth, history, and cultural dedication behind each story.