Shinnyo Lantern Floating Hawaii makes annual return
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Thousands of lanterns are expected to fill Ala Moana Beach once again as the Shinnyo Lantern Floating Hawaii makes its annual return.
The event will celebrate its 27th year at Ala Moana on Memorial Day with the theme 'Many Rivers, One Ocean' to honor fallen service members and loved ones.
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'The ceremony is the largest Memorial Day event in the U.S. and hopes to connect the community by offering a space, physical and emotional, for residents and visitors to experience a sense of comfort, connection and healing.'
Rev. Craig Yamamoto, community relations liaison of Shinnyo-en Hawaii, said the event invites everyone of every background to unite in a shared spirit of gratitude, reflection and hope.
'We are honored to continue this meaningful tradition, fostering connection where renewal and unity embrace all,' Rev. Yamamoto added.
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Officials said a total of 6,000 lanterns will light up the waters with individual lanterns available on a first-come, first-serve basis the day of.
The candle-lit lanterns will bear remembrances, prayers and affirmations for those being remembered and will be released at sunset on Monday, May 26.
Following the ceremony, the lanterns will be collected and refurbished for next year's event. If you are interested in volunteering for the event, visit Shinnyo Lantern Floating Hawaii's website.Can't make it? The ceremony will be broadcast on KHON2 and KHII with more details to come.
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