Buying a Ukulele on Big Island
 

My husband and I are going to the Big Island in December. We are music buffs and have an ever expanding collection of instruments. We would like to buy a Hawaiian made Ukulele while we are on the Big Island. We will be circling the island. Any suggestions for a good place to buy one?

You might want to check with your concierge on where the nearest music store is so you can view the different brands. as far as I know, the ukulele makers do not retail their instruments themselves. the best known brands are Kamaka, Koaloha, and (I think) Leolani.

<i>Any suggestions for a good place to buy one?</i>

YES!! A great little shop on Ponahawai St in Hilo. Scottish owner really knows his biz.

He also turned us on the the best sushi we've ever had, at the humble Ocean Sushi Deli in downtown Hilo.

Sunny day in Hilo, his shop, the sushi... Big Island Trifecta.

http://www.hiloguitars.com

Pamo:
A good site for your question would be the message board at www.taropatch.net

In Hilo:
Music Exchange
792 Piilani St.,
Hilo, Hawaii 96720
(808)961-3363

In Kona:
Mele Kai Music:
74-5467 Kaiwi Street
Kailua Kona, HI 96740-3176

Good luck and happy travels!