Rep. Sayama is a proud fourth generation Japanese-American, 
born and raised in St. Louis Heights. Graduating from Punahou, 
Rep. Sayama went to China where he attended the New York 
University of Shanghai. After gaining a global perspective, 
Rep. Sayama returned home and found that many of his family, 
friends, and neighbors moved to the mainland. With a hope to 
build a Hawaii where local families can thrive, Rep. Sayama d
edicated himself to public service. 

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Having served on his neighborhood board and as Vice-Chairman of the 
Labor and Tourism Committee, Rep. Sayama understands the importance 
of listening to his constituents to create sound policies and take 
action. In his first term, Rep. Sayama spearheaded legislation to 
address the rampant catalytic converter thefts and introduced 
legislation to improve afterschool care programs. In the district, 
Rep. Sayama has organized a COVID vaccination event and served 
hundreds of residents and has continued to engage teachers and 
principals on school improvements.