2026 Private School Guide Feature: Outstanding Teachers
We spoke with three veteran private school educators who have made significant contributions to their schools.
From the Magazine
We’re Hooked on Chinatown’s New Leather Goods Store Hook and Hide
The leather specialty boutique not only stocks wallets, belts, bags and lei but also fish leather products.
Kenny Endo Marks His 50th Anniversary as a Master Taiko Drummer
His anniversary celebration will span Aug. 9–15 with concerts, workshops, presentations and a film screening.
Afterthoughts: The Sound of Silence
After the promising debut of her first story collection, author Megan Kamalei Kakimoto has been excavating the heart of her second book.
Pursuits: Thunderstorm Artis on Discovering His Voice
Thunderstorm Artis, a singer-songwriter from Hale‘iwa, won raves for his soulful American Idol performances.
Meet Bishop Museum’s New CEO, Kristofer Helgen
With extensive experience and connections, Kristofer Helgen seems like the right person to helm Bishop Museum in these turbulent times.
Sig Zane Designs and Chinatown Social Club Team Up on Kanikapila
The collab project Kanikapila showcases performances by well-known and up-and-coming local musical artists on social media and YouTube.
Who We Are
So many of us have roots in small local businesses. Our Best of HONOLULU issue celebrates not just what they sell, but also what they uphold.
Local Musical Peace on Your Wings Travels to Hiroshima for the 80th Anniversary of the Atomic Bombings
The ‘Ohana Arts production tells the story of Sadako Sasaki, known for folding 1,000 paper cranes to wish for her recovery from radiation-based leukemia.
Things to Do on O‘ahu in Summer 2025 (Part 2)
Celebrate the spirit of summer at cultural festivals, shop made-in-Hawai‘i products and see Japanese artist Ado live in concert.
Venison Tartare, Haole Koa Capers, Strawberry Guava Pastries: Where and How to Eat Our Invasive Species
Invasive species are bad for Hawai‘i’s ecosystem. The best way to vanquish our enemies? Eat them.
Listen Up! Hawai‘i Podcasts You Need to Hear
These community-minded podcasts can help cut through the confusion of our state’s most pressing concerns.
A Former Sushi Chef Sells and Sharpens Knives at Aframes Tokyo in Kalihi
Revisiting that time we found an off-the-beaten-path stall selling top-line handmade knives and everyday knives at City Square’s open market.
Hawai‘i’s Historic Homes
They reveal our past and offer a richer understanding of who we are. We look at three neighborhoods full of these gems.
2024 HONOLULU Book Awards
In selecting our 2024 winners in seven categories, we considered heart, breadth of audience, readability and connection.
Taimane Weaves Turkish and Hawaiian Mythology in “Serpentwined”
The ‘ukulele artist shot the enchanting video for her latest single at Shangri La Museum.
Why These Stories?
In this issue, we celebrate historic homes, mu‘umu‘u, lei and Hawai‘i books, all reflections of our unique history and culture.
Kaukau and Kūkākūkā with Kalani Pe‘a
Over malasadas and lettuce wraps, the Grammy-winning singer-songwriter talks about his bold path as a Hawaiian, from Pana‘ewa to Carnegie Hall.
The Things I Carried
Since leaving Hawai‘i for Southern California, life remains an adjustment.
Turmeric Is Having a Moment
You’ll see the root remedy everywhere these days at farmers markets, grocery stores and more.
Pursuits: Margaret Okimoto Waltzes Through Life
Now in her mid-70s, Margaret Okimoto discovered her true self on the dance floor.
Leading With Pride: An Interview With Kathleen O’Dell
Kathleen O’Dell shares her vision for the Hawai‘i State LGBTQ+ Commission.
Things to Do on O‘ahu in Summer 2025 (Part 1)
See the dramedy play that inspired a Netflix sitcom, join the lantern floating ceremony, jam with Maoli and welcome bon dance season.
Bloom Bloom, Pow! These Flower-Blocked Lei Pack a Punch
Stamen + Style creates bold new looks for lei by mixing and matching different blocks of blooms.
