Sketches of Kaimukī: An Illustrated Ode to Life in Old Kaimukī
Hitoshi Hida’s architectural illustrations pay tribute to iconic spots in his favorite neighborhood.
Photo: Aaron K. Yoshino
For 35 years, architect and longtime Kaimukī resident Hitoshi Hida poured his love for his favorite neighborhood into the pages of a 5-by-7-inch notebook, capturing its small-town charm through intricate pen-and-ink drawings. Sixty-three of those illustrations can now be found in Sketches of Kaimukī, his hardcover book that celebrates the community’s quaint businesses, bungalow-style homes, unique architecture and unassuming vibe. A flip through the pages offers a nostalgic look back at some of Kaimukī’s most iconic haunts, from Harry’s Music Store and the Kaimukī AA Taxi stand to Tanoue’s Saimin and Queen Theater. Snag a copy at Fishcake, Small Kine Gift, Da Shop and Nohea Gallery.
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Brie Thalmann is the home and style editor of HONOLULU Magazine.
