Day 2: Cities in the Clouds
It took us two days of long flights, long lines and bus rides to get to our final destination of Sendai, but we are finally here.
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First Stop: Seoul, South Korea
After a 10-hour flight, we land in Seoul, South Korea for the night.
Editor's Page: And Then
Digging through the past, looking to the future.
Punahou baseball team leaves for Japan goodwill trip
Today I will be traveling with the Punahou Gold Intermediate Baseball Team, the coaches and their families on a goodwill trip to the tsunami-affected areas of Japan.
Afterthoughts: No Fly Zone
I used to like doves. Then I found out they can’t take a hint.
Startup Paradise
These fledging tech businesses are getting a kick start thanks to a venture accelerator started by Henk Rogers. Yes, the Henk Rogers of Tetris fame.
Unsolicited Advice: Save an old building
Do you know of a historic building or landmark in danger of being lost? Make a nomination.
Trains of Woe
Honolulu’s Italian train supplier has been breaking promises around the world.
Hawai‘i’s Japanese Buddhist Temples Are Struggling to Keep Ancient Traditions Alive
In summer, Japanese Buddhist temples across the Islands come alive with lanterns and bon dancers. But temple membership has dwindled. When the most active participants are elderly, is Hawai‘i about to lose something unique?
Banking on Hawaiian
Today, Bank of Hawaii is redesigning its ATMs to allow customers to conduct their transactions in Olelo Hawaii, in addition to the existing English, Japanese and Chinese choices.
Feedback
HONOLULU Magazine readers provide feedback for May and June 2013 issues.
Editor's Page: Dependence Day
The IRS scandal reached even Hawaii. But why worry when the IRS asks for a list of everyone who ever attended your events?
Kakaako's Block F: Too Good to Last?
What happens to Kakaako’s creative community when Kamehameha Schools kicks into high gear?
From the Mountain to the Sea: Saving the Heeia Ahupuaa
Today, three Native Hawaiian-led organizations and thousands of volunteers are at the forefront of efforts to restore an ahupuaa neighboring Kaneohe to its ancient functions—with lessons for the future.
From Honolulu to L.A.: The other Hubba-Hubba sign
An antique neon clock from Club Hubba Hubba has popped up in L.A. But is it real?
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Long Reads
Changes are happening across Foodland’s 33 stores, some gradual and subtle, others over the top. And there’s more coming.
They do more than create apparel. They can see a bird and turn its colors into a fabric print. They can whip up costumes for an entire opera company. Meet the multitasking magicians we call fashion designers.