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Aloha. Mahalo. Hang Loose! From Japan’s temples to Brazil’s beaches to Hawaii’s epic North Shore waves, embark on a global quest to unravel the mystery of the Shaka gesture. Discover why it ignites pride in train-jumpers, surfers and everyday adventurers alike. Experience 110 years of Shaka history as questor Steve Sue builds a “who dunnit” bulletin board for his Aunty Kela to reveal the gestureʻs origins, meanings and how it holds the secrets to creating and preserving paradise. See Full Synopsis »
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“Shaka, A Story of Aloha” Hawai’i Premiere at HIFF Oct, 2024
HONOLULU (Sept. 6, 2024) — The feature-length documentary Shaka, A Story of Aloha, which delves into the origins, meanings, and mysteries...
SHAKA LAW: Hawaii First State to Get Official Hand Gesture
Hawaii has become the first US state to claim an official hand gesture known as the 'shaka.' On Monday, Governor Josh Green signed Senate...
PBS Hawaii Features Steve Sue
With a new documentary and an effort to change our state’s license plates, Steve Sue’s mission to spread aloha is bringing shaka back.Read...
Hawaii Declares ‘Shaka’ Its Official State Hand Gesture
Flash a closed hand with the thumb and pinkie sticking out, and every Hawaii resident knows what it means. Used by everyone from kids to...
Hawai’i Shaka License Plates Launch
Rick Quan, KITV News tells the story of the launch of Hawai’i Shaka License Plates, a nonprofit support program that is optional for...
Shaka plates hit Hawaii roadways
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Shaka plates have officially hit Hawaii’s roadways. Thousands joined the waiting list for their own set of plates with...
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New! Shaka Film Poster
A new Shaka Film Poster just dropped. This version features an AI generated backdrop image graced by Illustrator generated graphics and...
SHAKA Screens for Hawaiʻi State Legislature
Shaka, A Story of Aloha will screen for the Hawaiʻi State Legislature on April, 15, 2025, 3:30-5:00pm at the Hawaiʻi State Capitol...
SHAKA Wins Gold at Spotlight Documentary Awards
HONOLULU (February 7, 2025) — “Shaka, A Story of Aloha” is happy to be recognized among many great docs by Spotlight Documentary Awards...
SHAKA Selected by Barcelona Indie Awards
HONOLULU (January 7, 2025) — “Shaka, A Story of Aloha” is an official selection of Barcelona Indie Awards, 2025. The festival runs...
SHAKA Selected by Tokyo International Short Film Festival
HONOLULU (Dec. 19, 2024) — “Shaka, A Story of Aloha” is an official selection of Tokyo International Shorts Film Festival (TISFF) 2025....
SHAKA Selected by Utah International Film Festival
HONOLULU (Dec. 6, 2024) — "Shaka, A Story of Aloha" is an official selection to the Utah International Film Festival (UIFF), 2025. The...
Mahalo @jaicunningham24.7 and @kitv4 for this piece that includes "THE 100TH, Seeds of Aloha" documentary production in association with The 100th Infantry Battalion Veterans. @kathihayashi ~ looking good!
https://youtu.be/HX3RF9pSiGY?si=N2NvxYSvgHlc5w2Q
Tuesday, Dec 16 10pm @jaicunningham24.7 @kitv4 drops backstory on “THE 100TH, Seeds of Aloha” wrapping photography 🎥 after a 3-week tour in Europe following 2,000 miles of 100th/442nd RCT battles through Italy, France and Germany. @projectshaka 🤙 TIME OUT! Jai’s wish just got granted. KITV4 just approved a two-part story… first runs: Part 1 Tuesday 10pm, Part 2 Thursday 10pm. 🤙
100th Film Wraps Europe Photography after a 3-week, 2,000 mile journey through Italy, France and Germany.
Introducing "THE 100TH, Seeds of Aloha" official poster. Pic by @travelswithcliffy, design by @histevesue Read story at: https://lnkd.in/gGVMWGS2
“The 100th, Seeds of Aloha” 🎥 Europe Production Tour wrapped on Nov 9 after 3 weeks in 🇮🇹 Italy, 🇫🇷 France and 🇩🇪 Germany covering 2,000 miles of WWII 100th/442nd/522nd stories. Interviews 🎤 re-enactments, connections with locals, original music 🎵 written and recorded in-country and PERFECT 🌞 weather (losing no days to inclement weather) resulted in the capture of great content. Special thx to our creative team: @quinlanpatrickrd @travelswithcliffy @tomoki_narukawa @sara.brekke @kristlekayelois @frenchopal @david.kopatz @haroldpaynemusic @debratorial @abocchieri @histevesue
🌺 Sharing the Gift of Aloha 🌺
We’re thrilled to present our amazing tour guides with the gift of aloha — exclusive Route 99 Hawaii Hats in collaboration with Project Shaka and 100th Seeds of Aloha 🌈
A heartfelt mahalo to the ones who lead us through unforgettable journeys across Italy, France, and Germany with Nisei Legacy Tours. Your dedication, passion, and spirit of aloha shine wherever you go! 🇮🇹🇫🇷🇩🇪✨
#GiftOfAloha #Route99Hawaii #ProjectShaka #100thSeedsofAloha #NiseiLegacyTours #TravelWithAloha
🤔 Did you know? The Hawaiian word “aloha” doesn’t just mean hello or goodbye — it’s a way of life that represents love, peace, and mutual respect. 🌴
Nov 9, San Terenzo Monte… looking forward to seeing you!
"Shaka, A Story of Aloha" is a Project Shaka aloha spirit film.
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