8. Hilo Fujin Shinkokai Lantern II
One of two substantial Kasuga lanterns brought to Hilo in 1916 by Hilo Fujin Shinkokai, a Japanese Women's Friendship Association dedication to beautification. The organization and its president Mrs. Machida were among the original patrons of Lili`uokalani Gardens. The second of two large Kasuga lanterns gifted to garden building efforts, this lantern has stood in this location since the beginning of Lili`uokalani Gardens.