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Kakaako
Bring home some aloha you can sink your bare feet into. Designs from this exclusive Hawaiian rug collection depict Hawaiian petroglyphs, banana leaves, heliconia, and other tropical plants or scenery.
550 Ward Ave., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96814, USA
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Kapahulu
Fashionable beach clothing and bags, bathing suits, hats, and rash guards supplement a huge selection of paddling accessories. Check out the wooden decorative paddles: they become works of art when mounted on the wall at home.
716 Kapahulu Ave., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96816, USA
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This eclectic store in a section of the Old Waialua Sugar Mill carries gifts, clothes, and local food items—especially coffee and chocolate that is produced in Waialua. You can get a short unofficial tour of the coffee and cacao mill and roasting area just outside (this includes samples of coffee, cacao beans, and chocolate).
67-106 Kealohanui St., Waialua, Hawaii, 96791, USA
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This family-owned and -operated gallery offers the artist's functional and decorative pottery as well as the works of approximately 200 other American artisans. Jeff has worked with clay for more than 40 years and his wife, Karon, operates the gallery and selects other works, including jewelry, glass pieces, metal sculpture, wall art, wooden items, musical instruments, chimes, suncatchers, sand globes and pictures, holiday decor, and ornaments.
46-056 Kamehameha Hwy., Kaneohe, Hawaii, 96744, USA
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This mall lures patrons with easy access from the H1 freeway, abundant free parking, and several island ware–focused stores, including Noeau, with an array of locally designed, handcrafted items. The adjacent Honolulu Rail station is scheduled to open in late 2022.
91-5431 Kapolei Pkwy., Kapolei, Hawaii, 96707, USA
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Kahala
This indoor mall has more than 100 stores and restaurants, with a mix of national retailers and not-to-be-missed, homegrown boutiques, clothing stores, and galleries. You can also browse local foods and products at Whole Foods. For post-shopping entertainment, see what's playing at the Kahala Theatres, where you'll also find a full kitchen and bar.
4211 Waialae Ave., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96816, USA
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Kaimuki
Kawamoto grows all flowers on its 3½-acre orchid farm near downtown Honolulu. Their specialty is the cattleya, a favorite for Mother's Day, but they also grow hundreds of hybrids. The nursery now does the bulk of its business online, and they have decades of experience shipping temperamental orchids to the Mainland.
2630 Waiomao Rd., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96816, USA
Shop Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
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Turtle Bay Resort purchased 468 acres of prime North Shore agricultural land near the entrance to the resort and created an organic farm to supply fresh ingredients to its restaurants, as well as to support 34 sustainably farmed community garden plots. A farm stand with multiple stalls shares the bounty with locals and visitors. Pull off the highway to pick up sustainably grown pineapple, papaya, corn, and other fruits and veggies, plus locally made souvenirs. The stand is open daily 9 to 5.
57-146 Kamehameha Hwy., Kahuku, Hawaii, 96731, USA
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Take home the fragrances of the Islands with this shop's organic body lotions, hand creams, soaps, sprays, bath salts, and scrubs. Botanical extracts, such as papaya, mango, sea kelp, and calendula, are combined with essential oils, including from macadamia and kukui nuts, to produce the shop's refined line of products.
600 Kailua Rd., Kailua, Hawaii, 96734, USA
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Ala Moana
Try Longs at the Ala Moana Center (or one of its many other outposts) to stock up on chocolate-covered macadamia nuts, candies, cookies, Islands tea, and 100% Kona coffee—at reasonable prices—to carry home.
1450 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96814, USA
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For modern and authentic aloha attire made in Hawaii, Manuhealii is your place. The Kailua storefront is one of two physical locations (the other is in Honolulu). The clothes aren't inexpensive, but their quality is superb.
5 Hoolai St., Kailua, Hawaii, 96734, USA
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Moiliili
For a look into the harvesting and design of coral and black pearl jewelry, visit this shop and take a free tour at its adjacent factory near the Ala Moana Shopping Center. Avoid the "Pick a Pearl" option at their other kiosk locations unless you're prepared to be upsold on a jewelry setting or two for the pearls "found" in your shells.
1520 Liona St., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96814, USA
Shop Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sat. and Sun.
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Ala Moana
If you look at the wrists of kamaaina (local) women, you might see Hawaiian heirloom bracelets fashioned in either gold or silver and engraved in a number of Islands-inspired designs. Na Hoku sells these and other traditional Hawaiian jewelry along with an array of modern Island-influenced designs that capture the heart of the Hawaiian lifestyle in all its elegant diversity. There are a number of Na Hoku locations on Oahu, as well as on the other Islands and the Mainland.
1450 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96814, USA
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Waikiki
Like its larger sibling in the Ala Moana Center, this designer and island-lifestyle jewelry store sells Tahitian pearls and ocean- and marine-theme jewelry.
2335 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96815, USA
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Waikiki
Newt is known for high-quality, handwoven Panama hats and tropical sportswear for men and women.
2259 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96815, USA
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Kahala
This gallery represents hundreds of artisans who specialize in koa furniture, bowls, and boxes, as well as art glass and ceramics. Original paintings and prints—all with an Islands theme—add to the selection. The store also carries unique handmade Hawaiian jewelry starting under $20 with ti leaf, maile, and coconut-weave designs. Home items like locally made kitchen towels and Tutu Nene hand-sewn native Hawaiian ducks make great souvenirs. A second Nohea Gallery location is in the Hyatt Regency Waikiki.
4211 Waialae Ave., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96816, USA
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While playing on the North Shore, check out this open-air plaza that includes a number of art galleries, as well as clothing, gelato, and jewelry stores. And don't miss the Silver Moon Emporium for eclectic Islands fashions. People drive out of their way for the Coffee Gallery or for happy hour at Cholo's Homestyle Mexican Restaurant or Maya's Tapas and Wine.
66-250 Kamehameha Hwy., Haleiwa, Hawaii, 96712, USA
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Housed in a converted silo in the historic Old Waialua Sugar Mill, this is a working factory where you can watch the soap as it's made. The soaps are all natural and use as many local ingredients as possible. The factory also sells lotions and essential oils, gift sets, and T-shirts.
67-106 Kealohanui St., Waialua, Hawaii, 96791, USA
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Waikiki
Featuring stylish, high-quality activewear especially for ocean, paddling, and beach enthusiasts, this locally owned shop was founded in 1999 in the nearby beach town of Kailua. Its original designs are created in-house and showcase the ocean, nature, and unique images of Hawaiian culture. Items, many of which contain sun protection (UPF apparel), include shirts, rash guards, board shorts, surf leggings, hats, accessories, and more.
Honolulu, Hawaii, 96815, USA
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Chinatown
Along Pauahi Street, between the cross streets of Smith and Bethel, are several hip and trendy stores, coffee shops, and restaurants. Roberta Oaks sells modern aloha wear for men, women, and children. There's also a location of Fighting Eel, with its fashionable local clothing and accessories. BAS Bookshop has a well-curated selection of art and design books from around the world, along with pottery, clothes, and other small items. A branch of Morning Glass Coffee shares an open hallway with the music-centric EP Bar. Native Books at Arts & Letters, Valia Honolulu, Ginger13, and The ARTS at Marks Garage are among the other offerings in this area.
Pauahi Street, Honolulu, Hawaii, 96813, USA
