Artist Profile
Hiroshi Okada (EP)2005, Hiroshi received 1st prize in the Hawaiian Falsetto Contest [Richard Hoopii Leo Kiekie] in Maui, as well as in the Hawaiian Language category -- both were firsts for a Japanese native. 2006, First CD released in Hawaii. Started to perform at major Hula competitions and events throughout Hawaii. 2007, Became the first Japanese finalist at the Na Hoku Hanohano Award (Hawaiian Grammy Award). Continued to perform Hawaiian music in many countries, not only in Japan and Hawaii. Currently, Hiroshi teaches Ukulele classes and voice classes in Japan and other countries, in addition to his performances. He continues to be an ambassador of ALOHA and wonderful Hawaiian culture through his music.
Genre: Hawaiian