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New website design launched
Mar 4, 2026 The Shinnyo Lantern Floating Hawai‘i website has a fresh new look in preparation for this year's 2026 ceremony! We've redesigned the pages and updated photos and visuals to help website visitors get a better sense for what the ceremony is all about. Our goal was to help in-person participants know what to expect as well at the event, and helps remote participants...
Column: Lantern floating mingles old traditions
Keola Beamer is a Native Hawaiian musician and elder. (Courtesy photo) Nov 3, 2025By Keola Beamer, May 25, 2025.Originally published in Star-Advertiser Each Memorial Day, as the sun dips low over Ala Moana Beach Park, the waters of Honolulu shimmer not just with light — but with hope, remembrance and aloha. Participating in the Shinnyo Lantern Floating Hawai‘i ceremony has...
Honoring A Son And Finding Peace At Shinnyo Lantern Floating Hawaiʻi
In the two decades since the passing of their son, Paul and Lori Wessel have found healing and hope through community remembrance, particularly the annual Shinnyo Lantern Floating Hawai‘i ceremony. They continue to share their journey of grief and resilience to support others navigating loss. (Courtesy photo) Nov 3, 2025 Love and shared emotions mark the annual healing event...