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T-Fujii-Japanese-Antiques
Honolulu
This long-standing icon in Hawaii's antiques world is an impeccable source for
ukiyo-e prints, scrolls, obis, Imari porcelain, tansus, tea-ceremony bowls, and screens, as well as contemporary ceramics from Mashiko and Kasama. Prices range from $25 to $18,000.This long-standing icon in Hawaii's antiques world is an impeccable
Tamashiro-Market
Honolulu
This is the granddaddy of fish markets and the ace in the hole for home chefs with bouillabaisse or paella in mind. A separate counter sells seaweed salad, prepared poke, Filipino and Puerto Rican ti-wrapped steamed rice, and dozens of other ethnic foods. You'll think you're in a Fellini movie amid the tanks of live lobsters and crabs, and the dizzying array of counters glistening with fresh slabs of ahi, opakapaka whole and in fillets,
onaga, and
ehu. Point and ask if you don't know what you're looking at, and one of the fish cutters will explain and then clean and fillet your selection. Good service and the most extensive selection in Honolulu make Tamashiro a Honolulu treasure.This is the granddaddy of fish markets and the ace
The-Bike-Shop
Honolulu
Excellent for cycling and backpacking equipment for all levels, with major camping lines such as North Face, MSR, and Kelty.Excellent for cycling and backpacking equipment for all levels, with
The-Sports-Authority
Honolulu
This discount mega-outlet offers a huge variety of sporting equipment -- including clothing and shoes -- cycles, all sorts of fishing gear, camping gear, beach chairs, and everything else you can imagine for life outside the office.This discount mega-outlet offers a huge variety of sporting equipment
The-Ultimate-You
Honolulu
At this resale boutique, the clothes are relatively current (fashion of the last 2 years) and not always cheap, but they're always 50% to 90% off retail. This means designer suits and dresses, often new or barely worn, from such names as Escada, Chanel, Prada, Gianfranco Ferre, Donna Karan, Yves St. Laurent, Armani, Ralph Lauren, Laura Ashley, and Ann Taylor. You'll also find aisles of separates, cashmere sweaters, dresses, shoes, scarves, and purses. When a red star appears on the tag, it means another big chunk off the bill. In its new Ward Centre location, it's spiffier than ever.At this resale boutique, the clothes are relatively current (fashion
Ward-Centre
Honolulu
Although it has a high turnover and a changeable profile, Ward Centre is a standout for its concentration of restaurants and shops.
Ryan's and
Kakaako Kitchen are as popular as ever, the former looking out over Ala Moana Park and the latter with lanai views of the sprawling
Pier 1 Imports across the street.
Nordstrom Rack and
Office Depot have sprouted in a new development area that includes a 16-theater movie megaplex now being built. All these establishments are part of developer Victoria Ward's Kakaako projects, which take up several blocks in this area: Ward Centre, Ward Farmers Market, Ward Village Shops, Ward Gateway Center, and Ward Warehouse. Ward Centre's gift shops and galleries include
Crazy Shirts Factory Outlet for T-shirts,
Paper Roses for wonderful paper products,
Honolulu Chocolate Co., and the very attractive
The Gallery. Borders is action central, bustling with browsers. Monday through Saturday 10am to 9pm, Sunday 10am to 5pm.Although it has a high turnover and a changeable profile,
Ward-Entertainment-Center
Honolulu
This large, multiblock complex includes Ward Centre, mentioned above, and Ward Warehouse, mentioned below, at the corner of Auahi and Kamakee streets. The complex has undergone enormous expansion, beginning with a new 16-movie megaplex, and a new retail-and-restaurant complex, with eateries like
Dave & Buster's (with virtual golf, games, interactive entertainment, bars, and a restaurant),
Buca di Beppo, Wolfgang Puck Express, and
Cold Stone Creamery. Monday through Saturday 10am to 10pm, Sunday 10am to 9pm.This large, multiblock complex includes Ward Centre, mentioned above, and
Ward-Warehouse
Honolulu
Older than its sister property, Ward Centre, and endowed with an endearing patina, Ward Warehouse remains a popular stop for dining and shopping.
Native Books & Beautiful Things and the
Nohea Gallery are excellent sources for quality Hawaii-made arts and crafts. Other recommended stops include
C. June Shoes for designer footwear;
Mamo Howell for distinctive aloha wear;
Private World for sachets, linens, and fragrances; and
Little People Hawaii, brimming with tasteful gifts for kids and babies. For T-shirts and swimwear, check out the
Town & Country Surf Shop, and for an excellent selection of sunglasses, knapsacks, and footwear, don't miss
Thongs 'N Things. Monday through Saturday 10am to 9pm, Sunday 10am to 5pm.Older than its sister property, Ward Centre, and endowed with
Yamas-Fish-Market
Honolulu
Neighbor islanders have been known to drive directly from the airport to Yama's for one of the best plate lunches in Honolulu. Robust Hawaiian plates with pork or chicken
lau lau (20 combinations!), baked ahi, chili, beef stew, shoyu chicken, and dozens of other varieties stream out to those who line up at the counter. Many Honolulu businesses order by the dozen for their offices. But Yama's is also known for its inexpensive fresh fish (mahimahi is always less expensive here than in the supermarkets), tasty poke (ahi, aku, Hawaiian-style, Oriental-style, with seaweed), lomi salmon, and many varieties of prepared seafood. Chilled beer, boiled peanuts, and fresh ahi they'll slice into sashimi are popular for local-style gatherings, sunset beach parties, and festive
pau hana (end of work) celebrations. At its new, larger location just a few hundred feet away, Yama's is offering more prepared foods and bakery items than ever before, and let me tell you, their chocolate-chip/mac-nut cookies are peerless.Neighbor islanders have been known to drive directly from the
Paul-Ropp
Kaanapali
The Bali fashion designer's only store outside of Indonesia is found on the ground level at Whalers Village. Ropp sees fashion as a medium, and he calls his creations \"sexual clothes.\" Stop by and check out his sense of fashion (lively and colorful) and eccentric style of dressing, which is perfect for Maui's tropical climate.The Bali fashion designer's only store outside of Indonesia is
Kahala-Mall
Kahala
Chic, manageable, and unfrenzied, Kahala Mall is home to some of Honolulu's best shops. Located east of Waikiki in the posh neighborhood of Kahala, the mall has everything from a small
Macy's to chain stores such as
Banana Republic and
Barnes & Noble -- nearly 100 specialty shops (including dozens of eateries and eight movie theaters) in an enclosed, air-conditioned area. Java-magnet
Starbucks sits a stone's throw from the
Gourmet Express with its fast, healthy salads, tortilla wraps, and fresh juices. Smoothie lovers form long lines at
Jamba Juice. For gift, fashion, and specialty stores, my picks of the mall's best and brightest are
Riches, a tiny kiosk with a big, bold selection of jewelry; the
Compleat Kitchen; and the
Body Shop, with its lotions and potions. Monday through Saturday 10am to 9pm, Sunday 10am to 5pm.Chic, manageable, and unfrenzied, Kahala Mall is home to some
Ano-Ano-Gallery-and-Gifts
Kahului
If you are looking for a gallery that deals exclusively in Maui's artists, this is the place. You'll find everything from oil paintings to gold jewelry to carved wood art, at affordable prices.If you are looking for a gallery that deals exclusively
Apricot-Rose
Kahului
The former Caswell-Massey has changed its name but still offers the same selection of products for beauty and home: unique Maui-made soaps and bath products that use tropical fragrances and botanicals. The company triple-mills all of its soaps (so they last longer) and scents them with natural oils. Choose from hundreds of specialty products, from decadent bath salts with 23-karat gold flakes to Damask rose shampoo and bath gels, body lotions, sachets, candles, perfume bottles, potpourris, room mists, and more. You can also get handsome, custom-designed baskets at no extra charge.The former Caswell-Massey has changed its name but still offers
Cost-Less-Imports
Kahului
Natural fibers are ubiquitous in this corner of the Maui Mall. Household accessories include lauhala, bamboo blinds, grassy floor and window coverings, shoji-style lamps, burlap yardage, baskets, Balinese cushions, Asian imports,
noreng (Japanese folk curtains), and made-on-Maui soaps and handicrafts. A good source of tropical and Asian home decor.Natural fibers are ubiquitous in this corner of the Maui
Duck-Soup
Kahului
Way, way off the beaten path lies this warehouse full of Asian and Indonesian treasures. Owners Judy Bruder and Sandi Stoner definitely have an eye for spotting the unusual and chic. Most of their buying trips to Indonesia are for interior designers, homeowners, and hotels, but they also have brought back some incredible jewelry, handbags, and art, all at prices that will put a smile on your face. The location is a bit tricky; call first for directions.Way, way off the beaten path lies this warehouse full
Lightning-Bolt-Maui-Inc-
Kahului
Here's an excellent selection of women's board shorts, aloha shirts, swimwear, sandals and shoes, and all the necessary accoutrements for fun in the sun. Quality labels such as Horny Toad and City Lights and high-tech, state-of-the-art outdoors gear attract adventurers heading for the chilly hinterlands as well as the sun-drenched shores.Here's an excellent selection of women's board shorts, aloha shirts,
Maui-County-Store
Kahului
Attention T-shirt collectors: Here's your chance to get official Maui County Police and Fire logo T-shirts and other Maui County logo shirts, plus logo wear from the University of Hawaii and other made-in-Maui items. This fundraising store (it helps the police and fire departments) is staffed by students from Maui Community College learning retail sales. Prices are great, money goes to a good cause, the students get to learn a trade, and you get to take home excellent souvenirs from your Maui vacation.Attention T-shirt collectors: Here's your chance to get official Maui
Maui-Swap-Meet
Kahului
After Thanksgiving and throughout December, the number of booths at this popular swap meet nearly explodes into the hundreds, and the activity reaches fever pitch. The colorful Maui specialties include vegetables from Kula and Keanae, fresh taro, plants, proteas, crafts, household items, homemade ethnic foods, and baked goods. Every Saturday from 7am to noon, vendors spread out their wares in booths and under tarps, in a festival-like atmosphere that is pure Maui with a touch of kitsch. Between the cheap Balinese imports and New Age crystals and incense, you may find some vintage John Kelly prints and 1930s collectibles. Admission is 50¢, and if you go early while the vendors are setting up, no one will turn you away.After Thanksgiving and throughout December, the number of booths at
Summerhouse
Kahului
Sleek and chic, tiny Summerhouse is big on style: casual and party dresses, separates by Russ Berens, FLAX, and Kiko, and Tencel jeans by Signature -- the best. During the holiday season the selection gets dressy and sassy, but it's a fun browse year-round. I adore the hats, accessories, easy-care clothing, and up-to-the-minute evening dresses. The high-quality T-shirts are always a cut above. The casual selection is well suited to the island lifestyle.Sleek and chic, tiny Summerhouse is big on style: casual
Agnes-Portuguese-Bake-Shop
Kailua
This Kailua treasure is the longtime favorite of Hawaii's
malassada mavens.
Malassadas -- sugary Portuguese dumplings that look and taste like doughnuts without holes -- fly out of the bakery, infusing the entire neighborhood with an irresistible aroma. The Bake Shop also offers a variety of pastries, cookies, scones, Portuguese bean and other soups, and local- and European-style breads.This Kailua treasure is the longtime favorite of Hawaii's
malassada
Alii-Antiques-of-Kailua-II
Kailua
Abandon all restraint, particularly if you have a weakness for vintage Hawaiiana. Koa lamps and rattan furniture from the 1930s and 1940s, hula nodders, rare 1940s koa tables, Roseville vases, Don Blanding dinnerware, and a breathtaking array of vintage etched-glass vases and trays are some of the items in this unforgettable shop. Across the street, the owner's wife runs
Alii Antiques of Kailua, which is chockablock with jewelry, clothing, Bauer and Fiesta Ware, linens, Bakelite bracelets, and floor-to-ceiling collectibles.Abandon all restraint, particularly if you have a weakness for
BookEnds
Kailua
BookEnds is the quintessential neighborhood bookstore, run by a pro who buys good books and knows how to find the ones she doesn't have. There are more than 60,000 titles here, new and used, from
Celtic Mandalas to C. S. Lewis's
Chronicles of Narnia and the full roster of current bestsellers. Volumes on child-care, cooking, and self-improvement; a hefty periodicals section; and mainstream and offbeat titles are among the treasures to be found.BookEnds is the quintessential neighborhood bookstore, run by a pro
Friends-of-Kailua-Library-Bookstore
Kailua
Located in the community meeting rooms of the Kailua Library, this bargain bookstore has a range of books from that perfect beach read to college textbooks and bestselling nonfiction. Every used book is either 50¢ or $1. Call for hours, as staffing is done by volunteers.Located in the community meeting rooms of the Kailua Library,
Heritage-Antiques-and-Gifts
Kailua
This Kailua landmark is known for its selection of Tiffany-style lamps ($200-$2,000). The mind-boggling inventory also includes European, Asian, American, local, and Pacific Island collectibles. The shop is fun, the people friendly, and the selection diverse enough to appeal to the casual as well as serious collector. Glassware; china; and estate, costume, and fine jewelry are among the items of note. Heritage has its own jeweler who does custom designs and repairs, plus a stable of woodworkers who turn out custom-made koa rockers and hutches to complement the antique furniture selection.This Kailua landmark is known for its selection of Tiffany-style
Honolua-Surf-Company
Kailua-Kona
This shop targets the surf-and-sun enthusiast with good things for good times: towels, flip-flops, body boards, sunglasses, swimsuits, and everything else you need for ocean and shore action. Quiksilver, Tommy Bahama, Roxy, Billabong, and Kahala are among the top menswear labels here, but I also like the quirky, colorful Toes on the Nose. Also popular is the full line of products with the Honolua Surf Co. label, including T-shirts, hats, bags, dresses, sweatshirts, aloha shirts, and swimwear.This shop targets the surf-and-sun enthusiast with good things for
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