Your Insider Guide to Okinawan Festival
Here’s everything you need to know about the celebration of Uchinanchu culture on Sept. 5–6.
Japanese
Katsu Zen Brings J-Style Solo Dining to Honolulu’s Tonkatsu Scene
It’s not just a 180 from the former owners of Fat Cheeks and Little G’s, it’s where you can dine in zen-like silence.
“I Want Them to Dream,” Says President of Izakaya Naru, 2025 Hale ‘Aina Award Winner of Best Izakaya
With the tiny izakaya on King Street winning Hale ‘Aina gold, we talk to president Hiroyuki Akiyama about the eatery’s 15-year history.
8 Food Spots Outside Honolulu Worth the Drive
Eateries that townies should visit—for reasons they may not realize.
Japan’s New Wave of Eateries in Honolulu
Driven by craft and quirk, they’re expanding the boundaries of Japanese food in Honolulu.
9 Eateries Are Creating Gooey Specials for This Weekend’s Natto Takeout Dine-Around
Natto cookies, natto mandoo, natto eggplant bolognese linguine: Fans of the gooey bean could natto ask for more.
Lee Anne Wong Is Cooking Frolic’s July 10 Natto Day Dinner at Koko Head Café
Think natto ‘ahi tostadas, paupiettes of natto and black cod, and wagyu with natto brown butter. And yes, a natto dessert!
Your Insider Guide to the 13th Annual Mō‘ili‘ili Summer Fest
Mō‘ili‘ili Summer Fest is back on Saturday, July 4. Here’s what you should know about the bon dance, activities, food, shopping and more.
In Chinatown, a Sushi Omakase With a Rock Star Vibe
Hiro no Uchi’s unconventional omakase offers bold, layered flavors and showmanship. Does it work?
All Our Favorite Curries in Honolulu
Japanese, Indian, Thai, Malaysian—curries from around the world converge on O‘ahu and enrich our palates. Here are our go-tos.
Yakitori Torishin Brings New Luxe Omakase to Kaka‘ako. Is It Worth It?
Torishin’s New York flagship held a Michelin star for 7 years. Now, it’s Honolulu’s only yakitori omakase.
CookSpace Hawai‘i Returns for Summer Classes With Cookbook Authors
First up, donabe cooking with Naoko Takei Moore on April 25, followed by Laotian cuisine and then Hawai‘i chef Sheldon Simeon.
All Our Favorite Tonkatsu in Honolulu
Crunchy breaded crusts that give way to tender, juicy pork? Yes, please!
Ramen on a Rainy Night at Kāhala’s New Broth Bar
The city’s newest ramen shop brings tonkotsu and house-made noodles to a spot behind Kāhala Mall.
Everything You Need to Know About Midtown Eats
Who’s there, what to eat, where to park and more insider info about the new Ke‘eaumoku food hall.
Nisshodo and Fujiya: The Stories Behind Honolulu’s Last Remaining Legacy Mochi Shops
Two modest shops anchor Honolulu’s mochi scene, one over 100 years old. This Girls’ Day, we’re retelling their stories.
Two Must-Try Matcha Newcomers in Waikīkī
Maruwu Seicha and As You Like arrived last fall, pairing matcha lattes with soft serve and craft musubi.
Konnichiwa, Here’s Your Girls’ Day Heads Up and Menu Roundup
Yes, another food holiday! Here’s where to pick up mochi, cupcakes and all things kawaii for Tuesday, March 3.
Biting Into Marujuu, the City’s First Sizzling Hamburg Restaurant
Where Japanese-style hamburger steaks come with a side of anime.
Tonkatsu Tamafuji, One of Honolulu’s Hardest-to-Get Reservations, Plans to Expand
Same address, different floor: The tonkatsu specialist widely regarded as Honolulu’s best is moving into a much bigger space.
New & Coming Restaurants on O‘ahu
Notable openings include a new steakhouse, tempura bowls and matcha; plus the latest on Alan Wong’s and a coming beer bar.
After 21 Years, Mitch’s Sushi Just Opened Izakaya Mitch’s Next Door
Yes, it’s BYOB—until they get their liquor license.
Yonpachi Is a New Star Among Honolulu’s Udon Shops
Find chewy, silky house-made noodles, lunch sets and izakaya dishes at the corner of McCully and Young.
Frolic’s 7-Course Tofu Day Celebration Feast Coming to Jinya on Oct. 2
Tofu is going luxe in a kaiseki-style feast with lobster, a touch of truffle and more. *Bonus late add: appetizer trio with fall persimmon.
