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Hula Declaration’s Aim Is to Unify BY LEO KĀHOA STEERING COMMIT TEE OF HUAMAKAHIKINA

N AUGUST 2021 , more than 160 lineally ac-

knowledged kumu hula gathered virtually at the first annual Kupukalālā Kumu Hula Convention to author what would become the groundbreaking “Huamakahikina Declaration on the Integrity, Stewardship, and Protection of Hula.” The Declaration was then ratified by 201 kumu hula, all of whom affirm that the document is a concise reflection of their thoughts, principles and values regarding hula. For its September 2022 issue, HONOLULU published an article by Carlyn L. Tani titled, “What is Hula, and What is Not?” While the article does shed light on the trailblazing declaration and progress made by Huamakahikina, the article also perpetuates the misrepresentation of a fundamental Native Hawaiian practice. Unfortunately, Tani chose to focus on a controversial part that does not correspond with the Declaration. In actuality, it utterly overshadows Huamakahikina’s progress while also tarnishing the reputations of the 201 ratifiers along with the repute of their venerated lineages. The eight-member Leo Kāhoa (volunteer) steering committee of Huamakahikina agree that Tani failed to accurately reflect the text of the Declaration and alarmingly misleads HONOLULU’s readership into believing that Huamakahikina is some form of policing entity that claims the authority to create kumu hula. We believe readers were erringly steered to believe Huamakahikina and its declaration are somehow a controversial kumu hulacreating entity. The annual Kupukalālā Kumu Hula Convention of Huamakahikina is the major forum through which kumu hula are able to convene in order to discuss, strategize and implement plans for the defense and stability of hula in Hawai‘i and abroad. The application process mentioned in the article is actually only for attendance in the annual Kupukalālā conventions. The registration process in no way enables Huamakahikina or Leo Kāhoa members to “‘āpono, affirm or verify or proclaim” anyone as a kumu hula, nor “[hand] out any kind of palapala or certificate.” To the contrary, application processes are quite standard for many professional conventions. “Many other professional conventions require that participants be verified practitioners of that field,” says Kumu Hula Hōkūlani Holt. “If someone is going to attend the American Medical Association’s conference, they have to be verified as a medical practitioner. Even for the annual Hawaiian Civic Clubs’ conventions, you have to be a verified member as per the criteria to vote. The mem-

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“Huamakahikina is a contemporary manifestation of Hula community and advocacy. Huamakahikina unifies and amplifies the voices of Kumu Hula. This is needed now to address challenges, both old and new, that impact Kumu Hula and that threaten the integrity of Hula.”

bers of Huamakahikina set up the requirement that one has to be a lineally acknowledged kumu hula to attend the Kupukalālā convention because only kumu hula have the rights, responsibility, and authority to address our issues.” So as to ensure that the outcomes of the Kupukalālā conventions, along with Huamakahikina’s advocacy efforts, are as impactful and uncontentious as —Huamakahikina Declaration possible, the volunteers of the Leo Kāhoa steering committee are tasked by the Huamakahikina Membership with verifying that all convention participants are kumu hula as defined in the Huamakahikina Declaration. This is achieved via specific questions in the convention registration process. In efforts to be as helpful and inclusive as possible, Leo Kāhoa members also assist applicants in the process should any issues arise. Regarding her own application, Kumu Hula Ka‘ohu Cazinha said, “There was initially an issue verifying my status as a kumu hula, but Leo Kāhoa did their due diligence and consulted the right people. For me, I understand the importance of verifying a kumu hula’s status in order to participate on any level with Huamakahikina, especially if we are making decisions that will affect the world of hula. I will be forever grateful to them for going about their job the right way. I am proud to be a part of Huamakahikina and I look forward to helping them grow and develop for the good of all mea hula (hula practitioners) in the years to come.” That the article chose to focus on divisiveness is irresponsible to the entire profession of hula and its practitioners, and in no way do these misrepresentations constructively add value to the discourse. In fact, they significantly detract from it. This is precisely one of the problems the Declaration—and 201 kumu hula—sought to remedy. Huamakahikina and the members of Leo Kāhoa find some consolation in this opportunity to illuminate and correct the false controversy and hope we can one day move beyond pitting our people and practices against one another. For more on Huamakahikina and the “Huamakahikina Declaration on the Integrity, Stewardship, and Protection of Hula,” please visit huamakahikina.org.

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Get into the holiday spirit by picking up a local tree, watching an iconic Broadway musical, jamming out to Hawai‘i’s favorite reggae band and more. B Y E M I LY S M I T H

HOLIDAY

Na Leo Pilimehana Concert Dec. 17 / 5 p.m. $185–$1,750 / Hawai‘i Convention Center

THEATER

Hamilton Thursdays through Sundays, Dec. 15–Jan. 29, 2023 $48–$159 / Blaisdell Arena The touring cast of the multi-award-winning musical written by Lin-Manuel Miranda makes its way to Hawai‘i, telling the story of founding father Alexander Hamilton, with a modern twist. The original cast recording has been certified nine times platinum and is the bestselling cast album of all time. Even The Hamilton Mixtape, released a year after Hamilton’s debut and featuring artists such as Usher, Sia, Regina Spektor, Alicia Keys and John Legend, is certified gold. Good luck getting these songs out of your head. ticketmaster.com, @blaisdellcenter

Spend the holiday season with your friends and family at a special dinner with a live performance by Na Leo Pilimehana. The evening starts with a buffet presented by the convention center’s executive chef, Hector Morales, at 5:30 p.m. At 7, Na Leo Pilimehana—three childhood friends who have recorded 20 No. 1 hits— take the stage. Come when doors open at 5 for a performance by Maunalua, another award-winning trio. Tickets start at $185, which includes the buffet dinner and a signed Na Leo CD. naleopilimehana.com, @naleopilimehana

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Pick a Tree Wednesdays–Sundays through Dec. 23 Trees from $60 / Helemano Farms The Christmas spirit isn’t officially in full effect until you pick a locally grown Norfolk pine, Leyland cypress or Carolina Sapphire. Choose whichever fresh one you want and the staff will cut it down for you. Leashed dogs are also allowed on the farm grounds. helemanofarms.com HOLIDAY

The Muppet Christmas Carol Dec. 16 & 17, 7:30 p.m. / Dec. 18, 4 p.m. $18–$68 / Hawai‘i Theatre The Hawai‘i Symphony Orchestra will present The Muppet Christmas Carol live in concert. The 1992 film will be screened as the musical score is performed live. The Sunday show takes place earlier in the day to accommodate keiki with early bedtimes. hawaiitheatre.com, @hawaiitheatre OUTDOORS

Stargazing Dec. 14 & 28 / 7–8 p.m. $30 / International Market Place Using a 7-foot telescope set up on the top level of the marketplace’s garage, you can view the stars, planets, nebulae, galaxies and more. All customers are welcome to bring their own chairs and beverages; food is not permitted at the event. shopinternationalmarketplace.com, @intlmktplace SPORTS

Sony Open Jan. 9–15, 2023 $25–$80 / Wai‘alae Country Club

CONCERT

The Green Dec. 27–Jan. 1, 2023 / multiple times $65–$185 / Blue Note Hawai‘i Check into the new year with Hawai‘i’s beloved reggae band. Since forming on O‘ahu in 2006, The Green has delivered three No. 1 Billboard reggae hits and has opened for well-known singers such as Bruno Mars. bluenotehawaii.com, @bluenotehawaii

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Spectators are welcome for the 2023 Sony Open at Wai‘alae Country Club, celebrating the event’s 25th anniversary. Japan’s Hideki Matsuyama is the tournament’s defending champion— will he keep his title? Be sure to check the website to find out what you’re allowed to bring. sonyopeninhawaii.com, @sonyopenhawaii

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To read more about legacy businesses in Chinatown and the next generations poised to run them, go to page 105.

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Saving Our Chinatowns Grace Young, “the poet laureate of the wok,” gives money to Honolulu’s Chinatown to bring attention to its plight. BY MARTHA CHENG

RACE YOUNG WANTS TO SAVE CHINATOWNS ACROSS THE COUNTRY, including

Honolulu’s, even though she’s never been. “Honolulu’s Chinatown is not on everyone’s radar when you think about Chinatowns in America,” says the culinary historian and cookbook author of The Wisdom of the Chinese Kitchen, The Breath of a Wok and Stir-Frying to the Sky’s Edge. At the beginning of 2020, the New York City resident watched in horror as longtime Chinatown businesses there crumpled under the pandemic and anti-Asian racism. She began CONTINUED ON PAGE 18

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Diamond Head Theatre shows have entertained more than 1 million people.

Curtain Up Diamond Head Theatre gets set to debut its $23 million performance facility. B Y E M I LY S M I T H

A rendering shows what the new theater will look like.

IAMOND HEAD THEATRE WILL SOON UNVEIL ITS NEW state-ofthe-art performance facility, which boasts higher quality sound and lighting, larger dressing rooms, additional restrooms, an expanded box office and concessions, a new orchestra pit and fly loft, and an overall enhanced theatergoing experience. The theater’s grand opening, set for Jan. 7, will be a fundraising celebration called “Raise the Curtain” that features performances by a “cavalcade of DHT luminaries” on the new stage and dinner under the stars. On Jan. 20, Cinderella opens. Formerly known as Honolulu Community Theatre, Diamond Head Theatre has put on a variety of stage productions at its Ruger Theatre since 1952. Rick Chong, a Diamond Head Theatre board member, says the former theater was built in the 1930s as a movie house and was never intended to house live theater. But as the company’s productions grew in popularity, the theater was reconfigured to better accommodate live audiences. The building’s wear and tear and limitations, however, necessitated a full makeover, and the company broke ground next door on the new, 17,000-square-foot facility in October 2020. Although the new $23 million performance center offers many theatrical enhancements, Chong says it will have about 500 seats, similar to Ruger Theatre. “We wanted to protect that sense of an intimate playhouse where we can laugh and cry together in the dark with our neighbors, family and friends,” he says. The company’s mission also has been kept intact. “Our legacy is a continuum and one of belonging, shared experience and serving as Hawai‘i’s Broadway of the Pacific for more than a century,” Chong says. “We come together as volunteers, teachers, students, performers and audience … around a shared passion.” To help fulfill this purpose, the company plans to expand its programs and classes that are open to the community.

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documenting conversations with the community’s restaurant owners in the video series Coronavirus: Chinatown Stories. “These older businesses are really the heart and soul of the community and so important for the character of Chinatown,” she says. “They are links to our past and history. All Chinatowns are so important to America—they are living communities that tell the American immigrant story.” Her series was a rallying cry. In 2022, she received the James Beard Foundation’s Humanitarian of the Year Award, and the Julia Child Foundation’s Julia Child Award. The latter came with $50,000 that she distributed to five Chinatowns: in Honolulu, New York, Boston, Oakland and San Francisco. The grant money will go to legacy restaurants in the respective cities, which Young defines as the oldest businesses in the neighborhoods. Young had learned about the hollowing out of Honolulu’s Chinatown, and the vandalism and crime in the community. “It’s suffering,” she says, and she wants to raise awareness. To assist with that, she tapped Chef Hui, a network of Hawai‘i cooks and food service providers that, since the beginning of the pandemic, has orchestrated efforts statewide to help locally owned restaurants feed their vulnerable communities. Chef Hui then partnered with Sing Cheong Yuan Bakery to distribute bentos that included manapua, pork hash, mochi rice and custard tarts. The effort was launched in November “as a reminder to give thanks to all of our legacy businesses who make our Chinatown so unique,” Chef Hui co-founder Amanda Corby Noguchi says. Other partner restaurants were still being finalized at press time. Honolulu’s Chinatown is unique in that it meshes many ethnicities—in addition to the Chinese bakery Sing Cheong Yuan, its legacy restaurants include Phở Tô Châu and Murphy’s Bar and Grill. But it shares a thread with other Chinatowns across the country: “Charming and gritty—they are places that hold our memories and connect us to each other,” Young says. “And we really need to preserve and protect them.”

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Other Fish in the Sea Tips for sustainable poke and sashimi that aren’t the usual ‘ahi, salmon or hamachi. BY M A R I TA K E TA

H, THE HOLIDAYS! ’Tis the season for parties, potlucks and sky-high ‘ahi prices. Which means it’s also a good time to look for tasty alternatives to our favorite poke and sashimi fish. After all, we’re surrounded by some of the best seafood on the planet, so why limit ourselves to Hawai‘i’s usual trifecta of ‘ahi, salmon and hamachi?

We turned to Local I‘a for recommendations. The business buys seasonal, sustainable, locally caught seafood from fishers and sells it to restaurants and the public. Some takeaways: It might surprise you which fish can make for good poke or sashimi if it’s fresh enough, says Local I‘a owneroperator Ashley Watts. If you’re worried

about mercury, ask about small specimens of large species. And finally, “Poke just means to chop, so we encourage people to experiment,” Watts says. “We should embrace it as it traditionally is—so tofu, breadfruit, vegetables, whatever you have on hand, chop it and eat it.”

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Aku or skipjack tuna

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“When very fresh, it can taste like ‘ahi,” Watts says.

He‘e or tako

He‘e or tako Kajiki or blue marlin Kampachi or longfin yellowtail Mahi-mahi Ono or wahoo Opah or moonfish ‘Ōpelu “After so many fishermen telling me to make poke with ‘ōpelu, I finally tried it. It’s a little bit humbug because you have to pick the bones out of your teeth, but it’s worth it” for the flavor.

Kajiki Kampachi Lehi or silverjaw snapper “It’s as if a snapper and a mackerel had a baby,” Watts says. “It’s crisp and fresh and oily at the same time.”

Mahi-mahi (if very fresh) Nairagi or striped marlin Opah or moonfish Snappers in general, if fresh: gindai, kalekale, onaga, ‘ōpakapaka, uku

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HONOLULU traces the history of the Port of Honolulu, from when a Hawaiian chief named Kou established a fishing camp there, through tumultuous times: strikes, a tsunami, pirates, riots and revolutions. And the writer ponders the perennial question: Who can we blame for Hawai‘i’s high prices?

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HOME IN T HE IS L A NDS While mainstream music often focuses on love and loss involving people, HONOLULU notes that many popular songs written in Hawai‘i focus on the sorrow of people who moved away from the Islands, and what they miss most.

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Writer Sally-Jo Keala-o-Ānuenue Bowman explores the meaning of being Hawaiian, reflecting on being part of the 1993 ‘Onipa‘a march. She writes: “Hawaiians collectively are coming back from a century-long time-out.”

Paradise praises the Daughters of Hawai‘i for safeguarding the historic Kūkaniloko birthing stones in Wahiawā— and tells a tale of a drunken man who stole cash from site caretakers, then crashed, leaving his long-suffering wife the hero as she swiftly returned the money.

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1947 WH A T A TR I P For decades, a stocky, staunchly built freighter chugged its way from one island to the next, delivering cattle, coffee, cabbages— and passengers—to Honolulu. “For the Humuula, a kama‘āina in her own right, seems to have a personality all her own as she sails nonchalantly on to her next port of call.” 20 HONOLULUMAGAZINE.COM December 2022/January 2023

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Gift Guide

All the Small Things

These petite presents have big personalities, style and charm—just like Santa. —SM From top: Suzy Sunglasses, $155. Island-Boy. Laua‘e scarves, $78 each. Salvage Public. Canvas coin purses, $20 each. Kealopiko. Cap Beauty Matcha Sticks boxes, $13 each. Broome Street General Store. Marimekko 10-pencil set, $12.95. Bās Bookshop. Wild Daisy sunglass case, $18. Roberta Oaks. Machete Ruby sunglasses, $155. Island-Boy. Idlewild Co. Have a Nice Day keychain, $18. Roberta Oaks. Rainbow tassel earrings, $16 each. Sugarcane Shop. Little Things pouches, $26 each. Jana Lam. Chunks chopstick hair holders, $16 each, Jin Soo Cool Blue, Daisy and Neon Pop nail polishes, $18 each. Island-Boy. Bumbai and Aurite stickypads, $3.80 each. SoHa Living. Octopus calfskin wallet, $750, Octopus coin cardholder, $385. Loewe. Canvas keychains, $12 each. Jana Lam. Hansel from Basel socks, $14. Island-Boy. Washi tape, set of five, $24. Fighting Eel. Thomas Keller K+M dark and yuzu chocolate bars, $9 each. Broome Street General Store. Bohemia Babouche leather slippers, $58. Roberta Oaks. See shopping directory on page 80.

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For the hiking, surfing and camping fellas—and ladies!—who appreciate starry nights and days outdoors. —SM

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Mele Ka BraddahlikiClockwise from left: Porter-Yoshida and Co. belt bag, $310. Mōno Hawai‘i. Surf Camp Hawai‘i x To-Go Ware bamboo utensil set, $26.95, Mad Man USB Arc lighter, $35, Surf Camp. Fins Unlimited fin, $92. T&C Surf Shop. Slightly Choppy Canoes flag, $85, Snow Peak hammer, $62.95. Surf Camp. The Hawaiian Survival Handbook by Brother Noland, $16.95. Da Shop: Books + Curiosities. Trixie & Milo Get A Grip pliers, $25. Surf Camp. Kai cap, $64. Salvage Public. Rivers Wallmug Sleek Bear mugs, $22 each. Mōno Hawai‘i. Snow Peak Home and Camp lantern, $159.95, Surf Camp. Arizona Birkenstock sandals, $54.95. Island Sole. Nocs Provisions waterproof binoculars, $100. Surf Camp. Surf Is Where You Find It by Gerry Lopez, $24.95. Da Shop: Books + Curiosities. Fins Unlimited fin, $92, Hydro Flask bowl, $24.95, food jar, $34.95. T&C Surf Shop. See shopping directory on page 80.

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Have yourself a tropical little Christmas with island motifs and cheery, punchy hues. —BT

Clockwise from top left: Rose quartz necklace, $95. Ginger13. Mauna Kea Tie top, $88. XIX Palms. Sweet Matcha latte mix, $15. Ginger13. Cult Gaia acrylic clutch, $328. Neiman Marcus. Ginger June Candle Co. Wiggle candle, $29. Aloha Kira. Pegge Hopper print, $45. Pua Hana. Lapima Catarina sunglasses, $505. We Are Iconic. Ceramic vase, $15. Ginger13. Kopa Kaua‘i plumeria and mango soaps, $10 each. Roberta Oaks. Mele Kalikimaka wood ornament, $18. Lauren Roth Art. Tropical Gangster pareo, $40. LexBreezy Hawai‘i. Rachel Comey sandals, $475. We Are Iconic. Glass vases, $52 each. Pua Hana. Card 5-piece set, $12. Manuheali‘i. Women Making Waves by Lara Einzig, $35. Aloha Kira. La Californienne watch, $1,680. We Are Iconic. Koa yuzu facial cleanser, $25, and kukui facial hydrator, $26. Mori by Art + Flea. See shopping directory on page 80.

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Clockwise from top left: Splashed fruit plates, $28 each, Ami Ami Savory and Floral condiments, $18 each. Broome Street General Store. Asham Prints tea towel, $22. Sugarcane Shop. Splashed ceramic condiment bowls, $16.50 each, Material The Coated Pan, $95. Broome Street General Store. Banana ceramic bowl, $48. Roberta Oaks. Art Boozel: Cocktails Inspired by Modern and Contemporary Artists by Jennifer Croll, $18.95. Bās Bookshop. State circular napkins, set of six, $42. Island-Boy. Magazine F: Chicken, $17. Bās Bookshop. Yield glass French press, $85. Broome Street General Store. Les Essentiels du Cuisinier knife and peeler set, $45. Roberta Oaks. Chips ceramic mug, $27. Mōno Hawai‘i. Leaf noodle bowl with chopsticks, $24, SoHa Living. Asham Prints coasters, set of five, $35. Mori by Art + Flea. W Glass cup, $38. Mōno Hawai‘i. See shopping directory on page 80.

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Joyful and whimsical finds that delight for $100 or less. —BT

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Clockwise from top left: Bike basket, $85. Olive Boutique. Shell dishes, $16 each. Island-Boy. Kelsie Dayna musubi print, $34. Aloha Kira. Flip clock, $100. Mōno Hawai‘i. Maluniu planter cover, $35. Lauren Roth Art. Papaya 70-piece puzzle, $16.50. Aloha Kira. Kaweco ballpoint pen, $23, fountain pen, $28. Mōno Hawai‘i. Filipinx: Heritage Recipes from the Diaspora by Angela Dimayuga and Ligaya Mishan, $40. Da Shop: Books + Curiosities. Collapsible shot glass keychains, $22 each. Surf Camp. Ceramic candle holder, $60. Olive Boutique. Mesh pouches, $15 each. Mōno Hawai‘i. Fancy Plants playing cards, $14.95. Aloha Kira. Hale Plume Lei, Beach, POG candles, $26 each. Nā Mea Hawai‘i. The Art of Simple Living by Shunmyo Masuno, $20. Da Shop: Books + Curiosities. Don Fisher fish pouch, $45, coin purse, $37. Island-Boy. See shopping directory on page 80.

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Chinatown Nearly every Downtown block shows promise of being revamped amid the grit. Can Honolulu’s urban core make a comeback? BY RO B B I E D I N G E M A N | PH OTO S BY O LIV I E R KO N I N G A N D A A RO N K . YO S H I N O

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risks of owning a bar, especially in an area grappling with crime, shuttered storefronts and urban grime, yet in late 2022, they were set to open The Lei Stand, a pau hana cocktail lounge on Bethel Street, on the edge of Chinatown. Their aim: to honor the neighborhood’s long-standing and colorful history. “We are a lei stand,” Tsuji says, where a customer can buy a lei along with a Coconut Wireless cocktail, a twist on a Manhattan. The 30-something friends are among a cadre of entrepreneurs and investors committed to a Chinatown and Downtown revival, a vision that’s building momentum. “Being in Chinatown was something we wanted to be a part of,” Tsuji says. The pandemic, by all measures, rocked life across Downtown and Chinatown, as it did across the planet. Some office workers left for a while, and others are gone for good; neighborhood crime continues to make news; and the houseless still linger on the streets. But there are signs that big changes may be around the corner: large-scale

↑ Early stages of The Lei Stand before its opening

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projects to renovate long-standing buildings into hotels, apartments and company headquarters, as well as smaller entrepreneurial launches. The city has boosted police presence and supported cleanups, while community leaders continue to brainstorm ways to make the streets safer. At the root of this planned transformation is a core belief that Chinatown and Downtown, Honolulu’s historic and cultural hub, are worth preserving.

THE TRUE BELIEVERS

HINATOWN AND DOWNTOWN communities meet

and mingle on Bethel across from the century-old Hawai‘i Theatre, steps from Hotel Street, known for its World War II-era red-light district and lingering aura of vice. Nearby blocks include legacy lei shops, noodle houses, art galleries, hip boutiques, and an array of cuisine ranging from modern Vietnamese and smash burgers to contemporary Korean. It’s a few more blocks to the state’s center of finance, business and government. Downtown Honolulu and Chinatown share crucial issues but have different identities. Think Bishop Street banker as typical of Downtown; in Chinatown, it’s the entrepreneur who opens a place on Nu‘uanu Avenue. Both attract regulars—to bank, work, shop and eat—but as of late 2022, both communities still emptied by sundown, remained sleepy on weekends and sometimes smelled like urine. Business leaders see renovation that’s now underway as strengthening a connection between the two sides with mutual benefit. At the corner of Nu‘uanu and Pauahi, Hawai‘i fashion designer Roberta Oaks expanded to a bigger boutique in October 2020. She says visitors from all over the world seek the area’s chic, diverse, creative vibe, despite the neighborhood’s problems. “Some of O‘ahu’s best locally owned and operated restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, art galleries, tattoo shops, barbershops and artist studios thrive and coexist beside a diverse community of local farm, produce, lei and flower shops,” she says. “[But] I do think the drugs on the streets have gotten worse.” Oaks credits Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s administration for pushing forward on key safety

PHOTOS: OLIVIER KONING, DAVID CROXFORD

RYA N K A L E I T S U J I A N D TARA SHIMOOKA know the

↑ Business partners Tara Shimooka and Ryan Kalei Tsuji in The Lei Stand lounge

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↑ Designer Roberta Oaks and her other half, photographer Paul Strouse

issues. “The more businesses that are open during the day and night, the less likely someone will be sleeping or shooting up in a doorway,” she says. Her other half, photographer Paul Strouse, built out a photo studio across Pauahi and hosts occasional gallery events there. It’s where she opened her first shop in 2009. “Chinatown has it all, and it’s local, it’s real, it’s historical, it’s inspiring, and yeah, it has some grit, too,” Oaks says. James Beard Award-winning chef

Robynne Maii and her husband, Chuck Bussler, preside at Fête, a cozy elevated Hotel Street bistro that successfully navigated the pandemic. Bussler says crime and safety remain issue No. 1 and change happens only when people keep pushing. “In the past, what I’ve seen is an ebb and flow,” he says. People work, conditions improve, advocates ease off, “things start backsliding, and so I think people just need to keep it up, keep it up, and keep it up.”

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Bussler was a major force behind a pandemic program to allow outdoor dining in Honolulu, a nationwide trend that helped keep eateries afloat, offered safer alfresco seating and brought business districts back to life. That program expired when the city’s emergency orders ended, but this past October, the city started permitting for a two-year pilot project to allow some outdoor dining. While a step in the right direction, Bussler notes the permitting requires ap-

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“Chinatown has it all, and it’s local, it’s real, it’s historical, it’s inspiring, and yeah, it has some grit, too.” — Roberta Oaks

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provals of three government departments and certain steps that could only be done in-person, not online. He wonders if some new investors will become so frustrated by the bureaucratic hurdles that they’ll “just walk away because it’s so antiquated.” Business owners say such government initiatives play a vital role in keeping Downtown and Chinatown economically competitive. The pandemic shuttered businesses permanently across the state and on nearly every block of Honolulu’s core. We’ll miss Square Barrels for pau hana and the convenience of two Bishop Street Longs Drugs/CVS stores. Big chains of Starbucks and Jamba Juice also fled the downturn, shuttering some Downtown locations. However, when Longs exited Executive Centre earlier this year, it made space for a Korean business, 88 Mart, which had been displaced by development on Ke‘eaumoku Street. Developer Robert Kurisu says he’s encouraged to be among several companies investing in Downtown. He’s also part of a second generation of developers making an impact there. (At 37, he’s following in the footsteps of his father, Duane Kurisu, chairman/CEO of aio Hawai‘i, the parent company of HONOLULU Magazine.) His company’s acquisitions include Fort Street Mall properties on Hotel Street—the Pantheon building where Marugame Udon is and the nearby Hansmann Building—as well as the Hawai‘i Building on Bethel. By October, a new Yi Fang Taiwan Fruit Tea shop had opened on 1042 Fort St. Mall with a Seoul-based bakery and café chain setting up next door. Kurisu was finalizing details on various projects when this story went to print, but explained how a kind of mini Koreatown is taking shape (see “Mini Koreatown,” right). His company is also converting the office building above an existing 7-Eleven at 1060 Bishop St. into an apartment building with 52 affordable units. He sees government support of such adaptive reuse as a way to revitalize aging buildings and as a buffer against the pandemic trend of people working remotely or in hybrid capacities. Real estate reports show Honolulu’s Downtown office vacancies shot up to 14% in 2021, compared with 9.9% in 2019. Although traffic issues, a lack of affordable parking and home-

Mini Koreatown WHEN LONGS DRUGS/CVS CLOSED THE

Hotel Street store in Downtown, developer Robert Kurisu was already in touch with a host of Korean businesses forced to shut down by redevelopment of the Ke‘eaumoku corridor into condos. “A lot of them are actually relocating to Downtown,” he says. In early 2022, another Kurisu company relocated Sorabol Korean Restaurant from Ke‘eaumoku to its Pagoda Hotel property. That connection led to 88 Mart committing to move into the former Longs space in Executive Centre, Kurisu says. Further plans include reestablishing a popular Korean buffet and opening a Korean-Italian restaurant in the former Hukilau restaurant space in the lower lobby, he says. In a separate deal, Kurisu’s company signed another business dislocated from the Ke‘eaumoku area, Evergreen Senior Day Care, to move into the second floor of the Hansmann Building on Fort Street Mall. And the company also was finalizing agreements with a popular Korean bakery/café chain at our press deadline to open its first Hawai‘i shops at two Downtown locations: the former Starbucks in the Cades Schutte Building and on Fort Street Mall next to Marugame Udon. Playful signs hinted, “We got some’n in the oven” and “Kneading out the Lumps.” Though there had been no grand vision to create a mini Koreatown, the businesses seem a good fit for the area, Kurisu says.

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PHOTOS: OLIVIER KONING, AARON K. YOSHINO, JAMES NAKAMURA. RENDERING: CONTINENTAL ASSETS MANAGEMENT

lessness remain barriers, commercial real estate specialist Matt Bittick says the area shows an encouraging trend. He cites Honolulu’s most recent Downtown office vacancy rate of 11%, compared with the U.S. national average for downtown markets of 17%. Bittick says more people moving into Downtown and Chinatown will help spur growth of surrounding businesses. Before the pandemic, Douglas Emmett Inc. began the conversion of the 25-story granite-and-glass office building at 1132 Bishop St. into The Residences at Bishop Place. The company reports completion of 300 stylish studios and one- and two-bedroom apartments; the moderately priced rentals are at the mauka end of Fort Street Mall. Walk into the building’s renovated lobby and you’ll find a transformed interior, with a fitness center overlooking the lobby, a coworking space, a café and more coming. Another next-generation developer working to revamp Downtown is Patricia Chang Moad, 36, of Continental Assets Management. Her company is redeveloping the former Remington College building on Bishop into an AC by Marriott Hotel (see “Remington Redo,” right). She sees the renovation of the 1967 building as a complement to Chinatown’s cool, artsy real-world vibe, “where all the fun stuff happens.” Locals and tourists, she says, want to hang out, eat, drink, see art, go to Hawai‘i Theatre, and be where “it’s not too expensive; it’s accessible.” Moad sees this wave of revitalization as an opportunity to connect Downtown and Chinatown and make it a more cohesive, thriving community. “Everyone always complains Downtown’s dead after 6,” she says. “With our hotel coming up on the block, I think it will hopefully activate this area, especially at night, and kind of connect it to Chinatown.” There are three hotels planned in the area, with the Wo Fat project gleaning the most attention (see page 43). Another 16-story hotel is proposed on Nimitz Highway near Kekaulike Mall along the path of the long-delayed Honolulu rail transit line.

FORT STREET REVIVAL HILE SOME BUSINESSES FLED Down-

town during the pandemic, Hawaiian Host Group went in the opposite direction, relocating to the Judd Building, “Hawai‘i’s first skyscraper,” at the corner of Merchant Street and Fort Street Mall. President and CEO Ed Schultz says he moved the candymaker’s headquarters from industrial Iwilei to solidify the company’s deep “connection to the past and to help preserve Honolulu’s historic architecture for decades to come.” He did it to create an environment where employees want to work, eat and play nearby. “Downtown Honolulu was the best place we knew to do this with a space that would attract and retain high-level creative performers,” he says. And, despite moving its campus hub to Aloha Tower Marketplace, Hawai‘i Pacific University remains committed to its Fort Street roots. “HPU’s strategy is to create a triangle of collegiate experience in Downtown Honolulu, with our growing presence at Waterfront Plaza, Aloha Tower Marketplace and Lower Fort Street Mall around Pioneer Plaza,” HPU President John Gotanda says. The university’s athletics department now occupies five floors of leased space at Pioneer Plaza, and is scheduled to complete renovations at 1042 Fort St. Mall for a new science building by 2024. “I’m really, really optimistic about the future of Downtown and Chinatown,” says Ed Korybski, president and executive director of the Fort Street Mall Business Improvement District. “I feel like it’s lumbering right now, and it’s about on the cusp of really taking off.”

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↑ Chef Robynne Maii and husband Chuck Bussler outside their restaurant, Fête

USTOMERS STOP BY CINDY’S LEI & FLOWER SHOPPE, drawn by the fourth-generation land-

mark and the scents of ginger and tuberose floating out across the sidewalk. “I feel like the heart of Chinatown is really here, Maunakea Street between King

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nental Assets Management developer, is upbeat about the hotel project she’s working on at the former Remington College building on Bishop Street, which used to house Aloha Poke Shop, Gochi Grill and other mom-and-pop lunch spots. The new AC Hotel by Marriott will have 112 rooms, a bar and restaurant on the ground floor and another bar upstairs. “We’re trying to get cool craft beers, cocktails upstairs, and it’s going to be breakfast, lunch, dinner and a happy hour for the restaurant,” Moad says. There also will be multifunction rooms that can double as coworking spaces. “A lot of offices have downsized because of COVID, and they don’t have big conference rooms they need for presentations, trainings or meetings,” she says. Additionally, there will be 2,300 square feet of meeting spaces, along with a 1,000-square-foot speakeasy. She says a coffee shop might be added later. To accomplish this modern vision, the building is being gutted, though the property’s 1967 footprint will be maintained. The hotel is expected to open in the first quarter of 2024.

RE VIVING DOWNTOWN AN D CHI N ATOW N

and Hotel,” says Karen Lee, who began stringing flower lei as a child. Her mother—90-year-old founder Cindy Lau— still comes in daily. How safe does Lee feel these days? “My answer will depend on what’s happened that day,” she says. “Was there a stabbing that day? Or five people sleeping on the street?” Still, Lee is devoted to the family business and helping people celebrate “somebody we loved and didn’t want to forget.” When the pandemic sent most of us home, both Chinatown and Downtown got scarier, says Elizabeth O’Brien, executive director of The Arts at Marks Garage. She’s worked nearly 19 years in area arts and was shocked by what she saw in 2020: “Everything was boarded up, and all you saw were crackheads and crazies wandering the streets

like the zombie apocalypse.” O’Brien sees people gradually returning as the arts community gathers momentum. She hands over a colorful map listing places with HEART, an acronym for Heritage, Entertainment, Arts & culture, Restaurants, Theater & performing arts.

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business owners, the vision of a Downtown/ Chinatown renaissance goes hand in hand with reducing crime, addressing homelessness and literally cleaning up the neighborhood. Attorney, business professor and longtime Chinese Chamber of Commerce leader Wes Fong praises recent cleanups that have gone beyond past Band-Aid upgrades. He evaluates progress by the path to his favorite places for smoked tea duck, dim sum, mooncakes: “I don’t have to walk over any bodies on the sidewalk, literally, to go and eat.” Fong, 79, remembers when strip clubs, peep shows and prostitution were Hotel Street’s main businesses. He salutes the upscale restaurants that have taken root and hopes their successes will revive traditional Chinese restaurants, too. “We used to go to Tin Tin Chop Suey at midnight for wonton min; now Chinatown closes up at 5 o’clock,” he says. Fong celebrates that Chinatown has diversified to include Vietnamese, Filipino, Thai and Korean businesses. And he hopes to attract more visitors to eat char siu bao, shop for gifts you won’t find in a chain store and visit cultural landmarks. “I don’t want to be gentrified,” he says, to the point “we lose Chinatown.”

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and Lt. Henry Roberts cite average monthly statistics that show crime has declined 13% in 2022 in Downtown/Chinatown, compared to 2021. Pandemic funds paid for more community police patrols, and programs addressing homelessness have had impacts. But Sung and Roberts know random encounters on the street can be disconcerting.

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And residents and businesses have complained that problems remain. Hawai‘i Sen. Karl Rhoads has lived in Chinatown for 25 years. “The real big issue that is kind of holding Downtown and Chinatown back is … people are afraid to come down here even though the crime rate in Waikīkī is probably higher,” Rhoads says. “Businesses are just sick to death of having to clean up after people every morning, and it just suppresses good activity.” He’s long worked to resolve issues with people on the street. “We’re still not doing very well on the mentally ill homeless people, and it’s not for lack of trying,” Rhoads says. He credits a large positive impact to Blangiardi’s success in negotiating with River of Life to move its free food distribution out of Chinatown in March 2022 after 35 years there. Rhoads and others noted that they supported the move for years but it was never accomplished until now. He also favors passage of laws that “make it so a judge can order people who are seriously mentally ill to take their meds.” Overall, Blangiardi says he’s committed to a Downtown and Chinatown transformation, citing a list of ongoing projects that include installing new security cameras, improving parking, modernizing city buildings, fixing roads and sidewalks and enhancing the landscaping. His team also works with the community on cleanups. A challenge, he noted, is navigating long-standing government bureaucracy. “One of the things that I’ve learned quickly in city government is it’s never just one department,” he says. “You want to fix a broken sidewalk, it’s like four different departments.” And collaboration with Honolulu City Prosecutor Steve Alm is critical to cutting area crime, Blangiardi says. He also hopes to grow the city’s fledgling CORE—Crisis Outreach Response and Engagement—program, which sends emergency medical technicians and community health workers to help with nonviolent homeless-related calls. Veteran lawmaker and outgoing City Council member Carol Fukunaga agrees that adding police, investing in affordable housing, funding Downtown renovations and supporting programs for the homeless should be high priorities for the city. “When you think about Chinatown, everyone has their favorite lei shop, everyone has their favorite noodle shop, and it’s a sense of place that is very uniquely about Hawai‘i,” she says. Nicole and Brandon Reid opened Manifest as a café, cocktail bar and club 13 years ago, and have managed to navigate the pandemic and an array of neighborhood challenges. Nicole Reid says they remain firmly committed to Chinatown, which they see as the heart of Honolulu and a uniquely local place. Reid appreciates her landlord, Christi Vicari-Coito, for continuing to make improvements to her properties, which helps to support all the surrounding businesses. “She has continually renovated all these places,” Reid says, with plans to redo more soon. “When I see that mindset of growth, I’m hopeful.”

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Take a walk in ‘A‘ala Park JUST PRIOR TO THE PANDEMIC, American Savings Bank opened its $100 million, 11-story, 373,000-square-foot campus across from ‘A‘ala Park on the edge of Chinatown. The local bank, with 650 employees working out of the new site, committed to the location despite the park’s reputation for being a harbor of drugs, crime and houselessness. Although such perceptions remain, the bank is steadfast in its commitment to clean up the area, says Beth Whitehead, its executive vice president and chief administrative officer. She says that’s why a majority of bank employees feel comfortable returning—with remote/hybrid flexibility—to the headquarters, which boasts state-of-the art technology and an air filtration system. The bank opted out of a cafeteria to encourage employees to explore the diverse food in the neighborhood. Recently, ASB partnered with nonprofit Kupu Hawai‘i’s culinary program to provide a lunch wagon in the parking lot that sells fresh soups, sandwiches, salads and more at lunchtime weekdays. To make ‘A‘ala Park more inviting, the company hired Matt Levi’s private security firm to provide 24/7 security patrols of the park and the neighborhood. And with community partners, the park now hosts regular sports events and more, even the parade to honor this year’s world champion Little Leaguers. “I think that I would actually argue that ‘A‘ala Park in our area is safer now than the area around Walmart Downtown, which is where we were,” Whitehead says. “We do want to see it be safe and inviting and usable for everyone,” she says. “We want the community to prosper.” 42 HONOLULUMAGAZINE.COM December 2022/January 2023

Iconic Transformation

MAPPING OU T CH A NGE

The nearly 85-year-old Wo Fat building is being restored as a chic boutique hotel and restaurant.

THE WO FAT RESTAURANT AND HOTEL,

1 1111 Bishop St. Former Remington College site being converted to 112room AC Hotel by Marriott. Completion scheduled first quarter 2024.

8 1130 Fort St. Mall Hansmann Building: Renovation of mixed retail/ restaurants/office space/ community center/day care. In progress.

2 1192 Alakea St. (corner of South Beretania) Kōkua Senior Living: $88 million 20-story complex that will include 222 affordable studio rental units for those age 55 and older. Completion scheduled August 2023.

9 1042 Fort St. Mall $12 million renovation of office space for a Hawai‘i Pacific University science building. Completion scheduled 2024.

3 River Street makai of Vineyard Halewai‘olu Senior Housing: $65 million 17-story project on River Street to provide 155 affordable housing units for those 62 or older. Completion scheduled late 2023. 4 Hotel and Maunakea streets Redevelopment of Wo Fat building into 23-room hotel, restaurant and retail. Completion scheduled 2023. 5 1060 Bishop St. Offices converted to 52 affordable rental apartments. Completion scheduled 2024. 6 1132 Bishop St. Residences at Bishop Place: Conversion of 25-story office building into workplace rental apartments along with lobby revamp. Scheduled: 300 apartments done with 200 to go. 7 1104 Fort St. Mall Pantheon Building: Renovation of retail ground floor, office/creative studios on second floor plus parking garage. In progress.

10 1133 Bethel St. Hawai‘i Building: Renovation of retail first floor including Fighting Eel, second floor offices. In progress. 11 915 Fort St. Mall (next to Bank of Hawai‘i) HEMIC headquarters redevelopment.

Planned 12 1155 & 1159 Fort St. Mall $36 million Fort Street Mall Affordable Housing Complex. Convert office space to 65 affordable rental units and church administrative space in 17-story building. Completion scheduled 2026. 13 North King Street and Nu‘uanu Avenue Hocking Hale: $27 conversion of 110-year-old building into 40 units of affordable housing/community center through adaptive reuse. 14 120 Nimitz Highway Chinatown Hotel: $145 million 16-story hotel along Honolulu rail line with 200-plus rooms planned by ‘Ikenākea Development. Construction expected to begin early 2026.

tentatively scheduled to open in late 2023, narrowly escaped being painted pigskin pink. Part of the challenge—one both invigorating and infuriating for its current developers—of restoring a building on the historic register is that the exterior must be returned to its original look and color. Which initially was presumed to be the hue of a pallid pig. But further research discovered the pink actually covered the original shade of white, saving the iconic building on the corner of Hotel and Maunakea streets from a less-thanroyal shade. “Our specialty is in the restoration of historic buildings, doing the hard stuff of not just knocking the building down,” says Donald Kenney, partner in The Mighty Union, a group that’s turning the Wo Fat building into a hotel. The people behind the Mighty Union had previously restored a historic building to open Portland’s Ace Hotel and transformed a 1940s carpenters’ union hall in Austin into a hotel. In 2015, “we were working on some projects that never came to fruition on Kaua‘i,” Kenney says. “We thought, well, if we’re over here, let’s see if there’s some fun stuff that we can do.” They spotted the Wo Fat building, built in 1938 as a restaurant and banquet hall, with its distinctive pagodalike tower crowning the top corner, aka the Dragon Room, where brides remember getting ready for their receptions. By the time The Mighty Union saw the Wo Fat, though, a Chinese grocery store occupied the ground floor, and on the upper floors, the interior walls and murals had been covered with black paint during its interlude as a nightclub. “We were able to come up with a concept”—a restaurant and boutique hotel with 23 rooms starting around $300—“that we thought was compelling and could convince people that we were crazy, but also not crazy. You gotta be a little crazy,” Kenney says.

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Former University of Hawai‘i football coach June Jones and Kaua‘i TV host Dickie Chang joined as partners, and the Wo Fat building was purchased for $4 million in July 2017, with an expectation that the project would cost about $10 million and could open in early 2020. Delays, however, stalled the project, even prior to the pandemic. Only in 2022 did construction begin in earnest on the hotel rooms, one of which will include the turret with its dragon-adorned ceiling, and the serpentine bar, the showpiece of the ground-floor restaurant. This past fall, the restored Wo Fat Chop Sui neon sign went up, and windows, some sections colored red, blue and green to resemble stained glass, were fitted into their frames. Kenney has also commissioned jade green ceramic roof tiles and bamboo wallpaper duplicating the originals. The black latex paint from its nightclub days has been painstakingly peeled off the columns and walls, revealing the art decomeets-Oriental murals, which will remain as features in the rooms. “I see the promise of Chinatown,” Kenney says. “It’s just energizing to me. It’s exciting to work on something like this where it takes a lot of vision. If you do it right, it’s going to be something that’s pretty iconic. And that’s mostly just get out of the way and rebuild it the way it was.” As he stands where the bar will be, with roll-up doors opening the restaurant to the outside, he says, “With the music pouring out onto the streets, sign all lit up, the lights from the guest rooms casting out—it’s gonna be a sight to see.” —Martha Cheng

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HONOLULU MAGAZINE PRESENTS

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

2023

“LAWYER OF THE YEAR”

Cynthia K.Wong Attorney At Law 2035 Main Street, Suite 2 Wailuku, Maui, Hawaii 96793 Phone: 808-727-2921 Facsimile: 808-727-2924

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CYNTHIA K. WONG IS AN ATTORNEY SPECIALIZING IN PERSONAL INJURY LAW, serving clients at her private

practice in Wailuku, Maui, and, most recently, Upcountry Maui. She started her journey toward a career in law when she was a young girl growing up on Maui. Her father taught her the value of hard work and the importance of a good education. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree from the University of Pennsylvania and her Juris Doctorate (JD) degree from the University of Hawai‘i – William S. Richardson School of Law. To remain abreast of developments in her industry, Cynthia is a member of: the American Association for Justice (AAJ), formerly known as the Association of Trial Lawyers of America; the Traumatic Brain Injury Litigation Group; the Hawai‘i Association for Justice (HAJ), formerly known as Consumer Lawyers of Hawai‘i; the Maui County Bar Association; and the Hawai‘i State Bar Association. With more than 28 years

of legal experience, Cynthia has been recognized and named by Best Lawyers® and U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”: for litigationinsurance in 2018, 2019, 2021 and 2022, in addition to one of the Best Lawyers® in Hawai‘i by HONOLULU Magazine for 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021 for personal injury litigation – plaintiffs. Her mother taught her how to balance a career and a family, having raised five children while she practiced law full-time. Cynthia knows that advocacy in civil litigation can allow an injured person and his or her family to receive the resources necessary for the best medical care and treatment, as well as the best quality of life. She is compassionate about helping injured people. She cares about her clients and fights for their rights. Most recently, she served on the board of Easter Seals of Hawai‘i, a charity assisting individuals with special needs and/or disabilities.

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IN HAWAI‘I 2023

THE NUMBER OF LEGAL PRACTICE AREAS HERE—98—ATTESTS THAT LIFE IS COMPLICATED. BUT THERE’S NO NEED TO FACE THOSE COMPLICATIONS WITHOUT AN ADVOCATE.

here are 4,961 active attorneys in Hawai‘i, according to the Hawai‘i State Bar Association. Which means that the 450 attorneys listed here are the top 9.1%. We turned to Best Lawyers®, publisher of The Best Lawyers in America®, for this list. The research method is purely peer review—no attorneys can buy their way onto the list, nor is any purchase necessary. To determine the list, Best Lawyers takes nominations (and no, lawyers may not nominate themselves, either) in each practice area. Lawyers who appeared in previous lists also make this ﬁrst cut. Best Lawyers then polls lawyers, asking, “If you were unable to take a case yourself, how likely would you be to refer it to this nominee?”

There are even more layers of research than this, and a detailed explanation of the methodology can be found at bestlawyers.com/methodology. Don’t see your lawyer on the list? Don’t worry. As Best Lawyers notes: “Ultimately, a lawyer’s inclusion on these lists is based on the subjective judgments of his or her fellow attorneys. While it is true that the lists may at times disproportionately reward visibility or popularity, we remain as conﬁdent today as we were four decades ago that the breadth of our survey, the candor of our respondents and the sophistication of our polling methodology largely correct for any biases and that these lists continue to represent the most reliable, accurate, and useful—as well as the most transparent— guide to the best lawyers available anywhere.”

 Turn to page 57 for the Best Lawyers in Hawai‘i

CREDIT The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch™ in America are published by BL Rankings, LLC, Augusta, GA. and can be ordered directly from the publisher. For information call 803-648-0300; write 801 Broad Street Suite 950, Augusta GA 30901; email info@bestlawyers.com; or visit bestlawyers.com. An online subscription to Best Lawyers® is available at bestlawyers.com. DISCLAIMER AND COPYRIGHT BL Rankings, LLC has used its best efforts in assembling material for this list but does not warrant that the information contained herein is complete or accurate, and does not assume, and hereby disclaims, any liability to any person for any loss or damage caused by errors or omissions herein whether such errors or omissions result from negligence, accident, or any other cause. All listed attorneys have been verified as being members in good standing with their respective state bar associations as of July 1, 2022, where that information is publicly available. Consumers should contact their state bar association for verification and additional information prior to securing legal services of any attorney. Copyright 2022 by BL Rankings, LLC, Augusta, GA. All rights reserved. This list, or parts thereof, must not be reproduced in any form without permission. No commercial use of this list may be made without permission of BL Rankings, LLC. No fees may be charged, directly or indirectly, for the use of this list without permission. “The Best Lawyers in America,” “Ones to Watch,” and “Best Lawyers” are registered trademarks of BL Rankings, LLC.

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“LAWYER OF THE YEAR” HONOREES WHO IS THE BEST OF THE BEST? According to Best Lawyers, these awards are given to “individual lawyers with the highest overall peer-feedback for a specific practice area and geographic region. Only one lawyer is recognized as the ‘Lawyer of the Year’ for each specialty and location.” Congratulations to all. You can also find the honorees identified in the full listings with a *.

ADMINISTRATIVE/ REGULATORY LAW

James Douglas Ing APPELLATE PRACTICE

David J. Minkin ARBITRATION

Byron C. Feldman II BANKING AND FINANCE LAW

Janel M. Yoshimoto BANKRUPTCY AND CREDITOR DEBTOR RIGHTS/ INSOLVENCY AND REORGANIZATION LAW

Tom E. Roesser

BET-THE-COMPANY LITIGATION

Terence J. O’Toole BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS (INCLUDING LLCS AND PARTNERSHIPS)

Duane R. Fisher

CIVIL RIGHTS LAW

Douglas S. Chin

CLOSELY HELD COMPANIES AND FAMILY BUSINESSES LAW

Terrence M. Lee

CONSTRUCTION LAW

Bennett J. Chin

CORPORATE GOVERNANCE LAW

Craig P. Wagnild

FAMILY LAW

Rosalyn Loomis GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS

LITIGATION – CONSTRUCTION

Gregory W. Kugle

David J. Minkin

LITIGATION – ENVIRONMENTAL

CRIMINAL DEFENSE: GENERAL PRACTICE

GOVERNMENT RELATIONS PRACTICE

LITIGATION – INSURANCE

CRIMINAL DEFENSE: WHITE COLLAR

HEALTH CARE LAW

CORPORATE LAW

Stewart Pressman

Richard H. S. Sing

Ivan M. Lui-Kwan Cuyler E. Shaw

John P. Manaut

Cynthia K. Wong

Wesley M. Fujimoto

INSURANCE LAW

LITIGATION – LAND USE AND ZONING

Calvert G. Chipchase

LABOR LAW – MANAGEMENT

LITIGATION – REAL ESTATE

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS (ERISA) LAW

LABOR LAW – UNION

EMINENT DOMAIN AND CONDEMNATION LAW

Joanne Lo Grimes

EMPLOYMENT LAW – INDIVIDUALS

William N. Ota

EMPLOYMENT LAW – MANAGEMENT

Amanda M. Jones ENERGY LAW

Craig I. Nakanishi

KahBo Dye-Chiew

Gregory K. Markham

Christopher S. Yeh

Sean Kim

LAND USE AND ZONING LAW

Calvert G. Chipchase

LEGAL MALPRACTICE LAW – DEFENDANTS

Joachim P. Cox

ENERGY REGULATORY LAW

LITIGATION – BANKING AND FINANCE

ENVIRONMENTAL LAW

LITIGATION – BANKRUPTCY

Carlito P. Caliboso

Lisa A. Bail

Judith Ann Pavey

Bert S. Sakuda MEDIATION

Byron C. Feldman II MEDICAL MALPRACTICE LAW – DEFENDANTS

Gail Y. Cosgrove

LITIGATION – LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT

IMMIGRATION LAW

Richard H. S. Sing

MASS TORT LITIGATION/ CLASS ACTIONS – PLAINTIFFS

Lisa A. Bail

Christopher T. Goodin

MEDICAL MALPRACTICE LAW – PLAINTIFFS

Judith Ann Pavey

MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS LAW

Stewart Pressman

MORTGAGE BANKING FORECLOSURE LAW

Tom E. Roesser

LITIGATION – SECURITIES

Trevor A. Brown

NATURAL RESOURCES LAW

William W. L. Yuen

LITIGATION – TRUSTS AND ESTATES

NONPROFIT/ CHARITIES LAW

Eric S.T. Young LITIGATION AND CONTROVERSY – TAX

Joanne Lo Grimes

Chris S. Mashiba

PERSONAL INJURY LITIGATION – DEFENDANTS

MASS TORT LITIGATION/ CLASS ACTIONS – DEFENDANTS

PERSONAL INJURY LITIGATION – PLAINTIFFS

Bruce H. Wakuzawa

April A. Luria

PRODUCT LIABILITY LITIGATION – DEFENDANTS

Gail Y. Cosgrove

PRODUCT LIABILITY LITIGATION – PLAINTIFFS

Geoffrey K. S. Komeya

PROFESSIONAL MALPRACTICE LAW – DEFENDANTS

Joachim P. Cox

REAL ESTATE LAW

Joel D. Kam

SECURITIES/ CAPITAL MARKETS LAW

Stewart Pressman TAX LAW

Ryan M. Wilson TRUSTS AND ESTATES

Eric S.T. Young UTILITIES LAW

Carlito P. Caliboso WORKERS’ COMPENSATION LAW – CLAIMANTS

Timothy McNulty

WORKERS’ COMPENSATION LAW – EMPLOYERS

J. Thomas Weber

Woodruff K. Soldner

Ted N. Pettit

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PETER STARN

In Memory Of Our ohana honors the life and legacy of our Founding Director, Peter Starn. Peter was truly one of a kind. A formidable attorney and a bold leader, with all the confidence and courage one would expect from a former Naval Aviator and Marine Corps Officer. His professional accolades would fill volumes. What we will remember most is the profound impact he had on each of us. He was the heart of the firm.

TERENCE J. O’TOOLE

Director The Best Lawyers in America® Appellate Practice | Arbitration Litigation: Banking & Finance Bet-The-Company | Commercial Construction | Land Use & Zoning Mergers & Acquisitions | Real Estate Mass Tort/Class Actions - Plaintiffs “Lawyer of the Year” Honolulu Bet-The-Company Litigation (2011, 2019, 2023) Appellate Practice (2014, 2018, 2022) Litigation: Banking & Finance (2012, 2015) Hawaii Super Lawyers Top 25 Business Litigation Chambers USA, Star Litigation/General Commercial Benchmark Litigation | Appellate Plaintiff-Litigation Star

KENNETH B. MARCUS Director The Best Lawyers in America® Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) Commercial Finance Leisure & Hospitality Law Mergers & Acquisitions Law Real Estate Law “Lawyer of the Year” Honolulu Mergers & Acquisitions (2017) Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) (2016) Hawaii Super Lawyers Top 25 Real Estate Law Chambers USA Real Estate Law Corporate/Commercial

STARN O TOOLE AD

IVAN M. LUI–KWAN

JUDITH A. PAVEY

Director The Best Lawyers in America® Administrative/Regulatory Law Government Relations Practice Real Estate Law “Lawyer of the Year” Honolulu Administrative/Regulatory Law (2022) Government Relations Practice (2015, 2018, 2023) Hawaii Super Lawyers Real Estate Law (2017, 2018)

Of Counsel The Best Lawyers in America® Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs Personal Injury - Plaintiffs Product Liability Law - Plaintiffs Litigation: Banking & Finance Commercial | Construction “Lawyer of the Year” Honolulu Medical Malpractice Law-Plaintiffs (2020, 2023) Product Liability Law-Plaintiffs (2014, 2019) Litigation: Banking & Finance (2013, 2018, 2023) Hawaii Super Lawyers Top 25 Business Litigation Chambers USA Litigation/General Commercial Benchmark Litigation Plaintiff-Litigation Star

LINDSAY E. ORMAN

STEPHANIE E. W. THOMPSON

Director Best Lawyers: Ones to WatchTM in America Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) Corporate Law Eminent Domain & Condemnation Law Government Relations Practice Land Use & Zoning Law | Real Estate Law Hawaii Super Lawyers Rising Star-Real Estate Law

KUKUI CLAYDON

Litigation Associate Best Lawyers: Ones to WatchTM in America Litigation: Commercial Real Estate Hawaii Super Lawyers Rising Star-Business Litigation

FIERCE WARRIORS

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Director The Best Lawyers in America® Appellate Practice Commercial Litigation Real Estate Litigation Hawaii Super Lawyers Business Litigation Benchmark Litigation | Future Star

ROBERT J. BROWN

NORMAN H. Y. CHENG Managing Director The Best Lawyers in America® Corporate Law Real Estate Law Hawaii Super Lawyers Top 25 Real Estate Law Chambers USA Real Estate Law

MAILE S. MILLER

Director Best Lawyers: Ones to WatchTM in America Land Use & Zoning Law Litigation: Commercial Environmental | Real Estate Hawaii Super Lawyers Rising Star-Business Litigation

JOHN W. KELLY

Litigation Associate Best Lawyers: Ones to WatchTM in America Criminal Defense: General Practice Litigation: Commercial Real Estate Hawaii Super Lawyers Rising Star-Business Litigation

Litigation Associate Best Lawyers: Ones to WatchTM in America Litigation: Commercial Intellectual Property Real Estate Hawaii Super Lawyers Rising Star-IP Litigation

KARI K. NOBORIKAWA

NICOLE KIM

Litigation Associate

Transactional Associate

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A L AW CORPORATION DUANE R. FISHER

Director The Best Lawyers in America® Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) Construction Law Corporate Law Land Use & Zoning Law Real Estate Law “Lawyer of the Year” Honolulu Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) (2020, 2023) Corporate Law (2015) Hawaii Super Lawyers Top 25 Real Estate Law Chambers USA Real Estate Law Corporate/Commercial

ANDREW J. LAUTENBACH

Director The Best Lawyers in America® Litigation: Commercial Construction Real Estate Hawaii Super Lawyers Business Litigation Chambers USA Litigation/General Commercial Benchmark Litigation | Litigation Star

SHARON V. LOVEJOY

TREVOR A. BROWN

DOUG CHIN

CHRISTINA N. OHIRA

Director The Best Lawyers in America® Appellate Practice | Arbitration Eminent Domain & Condemnation Law Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law Qui Tam Law Litigation: Banking & Finance Commercial | Construction Environmental | Land Use & Zoning Real Estate | Mass Tort Litigation/ Class Actions - Defendants Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions - Plaintiffs “Lawyer of the Year” Honolulu Appellate Practice (2020) Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law (2015, 2019) Litigation: Banking & Finance (2014, 2022) Hawaii Super Lawyers Business Litigation Chambers USA Litigation/General Commercial Benchmark Litigation (2012-2014) Top 250 Women in Litigation Benchmark Litigation Appellate-Litigation Star

Director The Best Lawyers in America® Administrative/Regulatory Law Civil Rights Law Commercial Litigation Government Relations Practice “Lawyer of the Year” Honolulu Civil Rights Law (2023) Benchmark Litigation | Litigation Star

Director The Best Lawyers in America® Appellate Practice | Arbitration Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Commercial Transactions/UCC Law Corporate Law | Real Estate Law | Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law Litigation: Commercial | Real Estate Securities | Trusts and Estates | Product Liability Litigation-Plaintiffs “Lawyer of the Year” Honolulu Legal Malpractice Law-Defendants (2022) Securities Litigation (2020, 2023) Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses (2019) Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law (2017) Hawaii Super Lawyers Top 25 Business Litigation Chambers USA Litigation/General Commercial Chambers High Net Worth Guide Private Wealth Law Benchmark Litigation | Litigation Star

Director The Best Lawyers in America® Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) Land Use & Zoning Law Real Estate Law Hawaii Super Lawyers Rising Star-Real Estate Law (2017)

SARA S. T. STRONA

A. BERNARD BAYS

PAUL SATO

LAUREN K. O. KAGAWA

ERIC S.ROBINSON

CORI J. GRUNENWALD

Director Best Lawyers: Ones to WatchTM in America Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) Corporate Law Real Estate Law Hawaii Super Lawyers Rising Star-Real Estate Law

Transactional Associate Hawaii Super Lawyers Rising Star-Real Estate Law

Director The Best Lawyers in America® Legal Malpractice Law-Defendants Litigation: Commercial | Real Estate Trusts & Estates “Lawyer of the Year” Honolulu Legal Malpractice Law-Defendants (2015) Hawaii Super Lawyers Top 25 Business Litigation

Litigation Associate

We are proud to have 14 Lawyers included in The Best Lawyers in America® 2023, 6 Lawyers included in Best Lawyers: Ones to WatchTM in America (2023) List, and 36 “Lawyer of the Year” Honolulu Recognitions (2011-2023).

Counsel The Best Lawyers in America® Litigation: Commercial Real Estate Real Estate Law

Transactional Associate

RANKED TIER 1 IN 21 SPECIALTIES IN HAWAII

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Fierce Warriors • Innovative Deal Makers • Strategic Wisdom

Our Firm Proudly Congratulates Our

STARN O TOOLE AD TERENCE J. O’TOOLE

Director “Brilliant, strategic and analytical.” “A first-rate lawyer.” Chambers and Partners USA, Market Comment Best Lawyers® Recognized Practice Areas Appellate Practice Arbitration Litigation: Banking & Finance Bet-The-Company Commercial Construction Land Use and Zoning Mergers and Acquisitions Real Estate Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions - Plaintiffs Also Recognized “Top 25” (2011, 2020) Hawaii Super Lawyers® List Business Litigation (Listed 2008-2021) “Star” Chambers and Partners USA Commercial Litigation “Litigation Star” Benchmark Litigation

Martindale-Hubbell® AV “Preeminent” Rating

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DUANE R. FISHER

Director “…wealth of experience handling major acquisitions Duane Fisher isn't good he's "crazy good.” Best Lawyers Client Comment Best Lawyers® Recognized Practice Areas Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) Construction Law Corporate Law Land Use & Zoning Law Real Estate Law

Also Recognized “Top 25” (2014, 2020-2022) Hawaii Super Lawyers® List Real Estate Law (Listed 2011-2022) Chambers and Partners USA Real Estate Law Corporate Commercial

Martindale-Hubbell® AV “Preeminent” Rating

A L AW CORPORATION

Best Lawyers® “Lawyers of the Year” Honolulu

TREVOR A. BROWN

Director “Most talented strategic thinker... stands out in a room of the local elite.” Chambers and Partners USA, Market Comment Best Lawyers® Recognized Practice Areas Appellate Practice Arbitration Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Commercial Transactions/UCC Law Corporate Law Real Estate Law Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law Litigation: Commercial Real Estate Securities Trusts & Estates Product Liability - Plaintiffs

IVAN M. LUI-KWAN

Director “Strategic, focused on the client’s objectives, and incredibly well connected.” Best Lawyers Client Comment Best Lawyers® Recognized Practice Areas Administrative/Regulatory Law Government Relations Practice Real Estate Law

Ambassador to the United States for the Maori King Tuheitia

Also Recognized Hawaii Super Lawyers® List Real Estate Law (Listed 2017, 2018)

Also Recognized “Top 25” (2015, 2018-2021) Hawaii Super Lawyers® List Business Litigation (Listed 2013-2022)

St. Francis Healthcare System of Hawaii St. Francis Assisi Spirit Award

Chambers and Partners USA Commercial Litigation Private Wealth Law

2017 Distinguished Alumni Award Honoree, St. Martin’s University

“Litigation Star” Benchmark Litigation Martindale-Hubbell® AV “Preeminent” Rating

Queen Emma Ball Honoree St. Andrew’s Schools

‘O‘O Award Native Hawaiian Chamber of Commerce Martindale-Hubbell® AV “Preeminent” Rating

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Exceptional Results • Creative Solutions & Robust Litigation

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Fierce Warriors • Innovative Deal Makers • Strategic Wisdom

Our Firm Proudly Congratulates Our Best Lawyers® “Lawyers of the Year” Honolulu

JUDITH A. PAVEY

DOUG CHIN

Of Counsel

Director

“A very skilled trial lawyer … highly recommend her.” Chambers and Partners USA, Market Comment

“He’s a consummate professional and well respected in our community.” U.S. News-Best Lawyers® Best Law Firms

Best Lawyers® Recognized Practice Areas Medical Malpractice Law-Plaintiffs Personal Injury Litigation-Plaintiffs Product Liability Litigation-Plaintiffs Litigation: Banking & Finance Commercial Construction

Best Lawyers® Recognized Practice Areas Administrative/Regulatory Law Civil Rights Law Commercial Litigation Government Relations Practice

Also Recognized “Top 25” (2016) Hawaii Super Lawyers® List Business Litigation (Listed 2012-2022)

Honolulu Police Commission (2020-Current) Attorney General, State of Hawaii (2015-2018) Hawaii Lt. Governor (2018) Managing Director, City and County of Honolulu (2010-2013)

Chambers and Partners USA Commercial Litigation

“Litigation Star” Benchmark Litigation

Also Recognized “Champion for Social Justice” Hawaii State Bar Association (2017)

Martindale-Hubbell® AV “Preeminent” Rating

REAL ESTATE & BUSINESS LAW • COMMERCIAL LITIGATION PACIFIC GUARDIAN CENTER, MAKAI TOWER | 733 BISHOP STREET, SUITE 1900 HONOLULU, HAWAII | 808.537.6100 | WWW.STARNLAW.COM

B EST L AWYER S ® IN HAWA I‘ I 2023

ADMINISTRATIVE/ REGULATORY LAW

Douglas S. Chin

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher (808) 537-6100

Joanne Lo Grimes Carlsmith Ball LLP (808) 523-2500

James Douglas Ing* Watanabe Ing (808) 544-8300

Lyle M. Ishida

Tom Petrus & Miller (808) 792-5800

Karl K. Kobayashi Carlsmith Ball LLP (808) 523-2500

Steven S.C. Lim (Hawai‘i Island)

Carlsmith Ball LLP (808) 935-6644

Dennis M. Lombardi

Case Lombardi & Pettit (808) 547-5400

Ivan M. Lui-Kwan

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher (808) 537-6100

Arsima A. Muller Carlsmith Ball LLP (808) 523-2500

Lawrence S. Okinaga Carlsmith Ball LLP (808) 523-2500

Jeffrey T. Ono

Watanabe Ing (808) 544-8300

Ian L. Sandison Watanabe Ing (808) 544-8300

Robert E. Strand Carlsmith Ball LLP (808) 523-2500

Dean T. Yamamoto Yamamoto Caliboso Hetherington (808) 540-4500

Wil Yamamoto

Yamamoto Caliboso Hetherington (808) 540-4500 ADMIRALTY AND MARITIME LAW

Nenad Krek

Adams Krek LLP (808) 777-2900

David W. Proudfoot (Kaua‘i)

Trevor A. Brown

Belles Graham LLP (808) 245-4705

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher (808) 537-6100

Dean H. Robb

Louis L.C. Chang

Carlsmith Ball LLP (808) 523-2500 ANTITRUST LAW

Paul D. Alston

Dentons U.S. LLP (808) 524-1800

Bert T. Kobayashi Jr. Kobayashi Sugita & Goda (808) 535-5700

William C. McCorriston

Lou Chang (808) 384-2468

Gerald S. Clay

Clay Chapman Iwamura Pulice & Nervell (808) 535-8400

Christopher J. Cole

Sharon V. Lovejoy

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher (808) 537-6100

William C. McCorriston

McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon (808) 529-7300

David J. Minkin*

McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon (808) 529-7300

Terence J. O’Toole

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher (808) 537-6100

Stephanie E.W. Thompson

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher (808) 537-6100

Crumpton Collaborative Solutions (808) 284-9209 Ashford & Wriston (808) 539-0400

Jerry M. Hiatt (Hawai‘i Island) Hiatt & Hiatt (808) 523-1234

Susan M. Ichinose Susan M. Ichinose (808) 382-8888

Amanda M. Jones Cades Schutte (808) 521-9200

Patrick H. Jones

Marr Jones & Wang (808) 536-4900

James Kawashima James Kawashima (808) 275-0300

Corianne W. Lau

Riki May Amano

Sharon V. Lovejoy

Dentons U.S. LLP (808) 524-1800

Richard M. Rand

Marr Jones & Wang (808) 536-4900

Crystal K. Rose

Keith Y. Yamada

ARBITRATION

Dianne Winter Brookins

Park & Park (808) 536-3909

Diane D. Hastert

Cades Schutte (808) 521-9200

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher (808) 537-6100

Harvey J. Lung

Lung Rose Voss & Wagnild (808) 523-9000

Carlsmith Ball LLP (808) 523-2500

Michele S. Loudermilk

Sarah O. Wang

C. Michael Heihre

Michelle C. Imata

Anna H. Oshiro

David H. Franzel

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert (808) 531-8031

Cades Schutte (808) 521-9200

Rick Kiefer

Lung Rose Voss & Wagnild (808) 523-9000

David H. Franzel (808) 371-0303

Christopher T. Harrison

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher (808) 537-6100

Kale Feldman, Esq. (808) 256-5796

Dentons U.S. LLP (808) 524-1800

Dispute Prevention & Resolution (808) 523-1234

Terence J. O’Toole

Patricia Kim Park

Byron C. Feldman II*

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher (808) 537-6100

Case Lombardi & Pettit (808) 547-5400

Charles W. Crumpton

APPELLATE PRACTICE

Trevor A. Brown

Michael R. Marsh

Marr Jones & Wang (808) 536-4900

Rosemary T. Fazio

Dentons U.S. LLP (808) 524-1800

Marr Jones & Wang (808) 536-4900

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert (808) 531-8031

McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon (808) 529-7300

Paul D. Alston

Barry W. Marr

Marr Jones & Wang (808) 536-4900 Cades Schutte (808) 521-9200

Christopher S. Yeh Marr Jones & Wang (808) 536-4900

Cades Schutte (808) 521-9200

John R. Love

Cades Schutte (808) 521-9200

Cary S. Matsushige Cades Schutte (808) 521-9200

Lawrence S. Okinaga Carlsmith Ball LLP (808) 523-2500

Nathan T. Okubo Cades Schutte (808) 521-9200

Gail M. Tamashiro Cades Schutte (808) 521-9200

Tom Van Winkle

Carlsmith Ball LLP (808) 523-2500

Janel M. Yoshimoto*

AVIATION LAW

JMY Law Group LLLC (808) 529-1000

Gregory W. Kugle

Lisa A. Young

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert (808) 531-8031

JMY Law Group LLLC (808) 529-1000

BANKING AND FINANCE LAW

BANKRUPTCY AND CREDITORDEBTOR RIGHTS/ INSOLVENCY AND REORGANIZATION LAW

John R. Aube

Johnathan C. Bolton

Allen K. Williams

Trecker Fritz & Williams (808) 797-3363

Kobayashi Sugita & Goda (808) 535-5700

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel (808) 547-5600

Gail Otsuka Ayabe

Chuck C. Choi

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel (808) 547-5600

Choi & Ito (808) 533-1877

Lisa D. Ayabe

Cades Schutte (808) 521-9200

Lyons, Brandt, Cook & Hiramatsu (808) 524-7030

Lani L. Ewart

Jerrold K. Guben

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel (808) 547-5600

James N. Duca

O’Connor Playdon Guben & Inouye (808) 524-8350

Kristin L. Holland Dentons U.S. LLP (808) 524-1800

Simon Klevansky Klevansky Piper (808) 536-0200

Christopher J. Muzzi Tsugawa Lau & Muzzi (808) 531-0490

Ted N. Pettit

Case Lombardi & Pettit (808) 547-5400

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Carlsmith Ball LLP (808) 523-2500

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Ashford & Wriston (808) 539-0400

Susan Tius

Rush Moore (808) 521-0400

Theodore D.C. Young Cades Schutte (808) 521-9200

BET-THE-COMPANY LITIGATION

Paul D. Alston

Dentons U.S. LLP (808) 524-1800

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Louise K.Y. Ing

Dentons U.S. LLP (808) 524-1800

Simon Klevansky Klevansky Piper (808) 536-0200

Bert T. Kobayashi Jr. Kobayashi Sugita & Goda (808) 535-5700

Harvey J. Lung

Lung Rose Voss & Wagnild (808) 523-9000

William C. McCorriston

McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon (808) 529-7300

William Meheula

Meheula Law LLLC (808) 628-7535

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McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon (808) 529-7300

David A. Nakashima Nakashima Ching (808) 784-2090

Terence J. O’Toole*

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher (808) 537-6100

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BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS (INCLUDING LLCS AND PARTNERSHIPS)

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Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher (808) 537-6100

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Michael J. O’Malley Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel (808) 547-5600

Christina N. Ohira

Lee & Martin (808) 524-0159

Marc E. Rousseau

Terrence M. Lee*

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CIVIL RIGHTS LAW

Douglas S. Chin*

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher (808) 537-6100

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Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher (808) 537-6100

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Dentons U.S. LLP (808) 524-1800

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Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert (808) 531-8031

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Lee & Martin (808) 628-7530

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Carlsmith Ball LLP (808) 523-2500

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CLOSELY HELD COMPANIES AND FAMILY BUSINESSES LAW

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Schneider Tanaka Radovich Andrew & Tanaka (808) 792-4200

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Cades Schutte (808) 521-9200

Joachim P. Cox Cox Fricke (808) 585-9440

John S. Edmunds John S. Edmunds, Attorney at Law (808) 524-2000

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Tred R. Eyerly

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James W. Geiger (Maui) Mancini Welch & Geiger (808) 871-8351

Christopher T. Goodin

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Hiatt & Hiatt (808) 523-1234

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William C. McCorriston

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William Meheula

Meheula Law LLLC (808) 628-7535

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David J. Minkin

McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon (808) 529-7300

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Robert G. Klein

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Klein Law Group (808) 591-8822

Cades Schutte (808) 245-1922

Bert T. Kobayashi Jr.

Mark M. Murakami

Kobayashi Sugita & Goda (808) 535-5700

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert (808) 531-8031

Derek R. Kobayashi

Bruce A. Nakamura

Schlack Ito (808) 523-6060

Gregory W. Kugle Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert (808) 531-8031

Michael L. Lam

Case Lombardi & Pettit (808) 547-5400

Kobayashi Sugita & Goda (808) 535-5700

Craig G. Nakamura (Maui) Carlsmith Ball LLP (808) 242-4535

Michael J. Nakano

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From the Boardroom to the Courtroom, Our Credentials Speak for Themselves

Craig P. Wagnild

2023 “Lawyer of the Year”- Honolulu Corporate Governance Law The Best Lawyers in America®: Business Organizations (inlcuding LLCs and Partnerships); Real Estate Law

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The Best Lawyers in America® 2023: Arbitration; Bet-the-Company Litigation; Commercial Litigation; Construction Law; Litigation – Construction; Mediation

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Terence J. O’Toole

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher (808) 537-6100

Judith Ann Pavey

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Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher (808) 537-6100

Barry A. Sullivan

Jeffrey S. Portnoy

Stephanie E.W. Thompson

Cades Schutte (808) 521-9200

John S. Rhee

Dentons U.S. LLP (808) 524-1800

Dean H. Robb

Carlsmith Ball LLP (808) 523-2500

Kenneth S. Robbins Bronster Fujichaku Robbins (808) 524-5644

Tom E. Roesser

Carlsmith Ball LLP (808) 523-2500

Crystal K. Rose

Lung Rose Voss & Wagnild (808) 523-9000

Edmund K. Saffery Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel (808) 547-5600

Paul H. Sato

Sullivan Law Group (808) 628-7511

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher (808) 537-6100

Brian Tilker

Torkildson Katz (808) 523-6000

Brett R. Tobin

McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon (808) 529-7300

Roy A. Vitousek III Cades Schutte (808) 521-9200

Kimberly A. Vossman Cox Fricke (808) 585-9440

Wayne R. Wagner Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel (808) 547-5600

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Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher (808) 537-6100

Elijah Yip

Jesse W. Schiel

Calvin E. Young

Kobayashi Sugita & Goda (808) 535-5700

Randall K. Schmitt McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon (808) 529-7300

David Schulmeister Cades Schutte (808) 521-9200

Loretta A. Sheehan

Davis Levin Livingston (808) 740-0633

Craig K. Shikuma

Kobayashi Sugita & Goda (808) 535-5700

Ross Shinyama Watanabe Ing (808) 544-8300

Luminate Law (808) 892-3370 Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel (808) 547-5600 COMMERCIAL TRANSACTIONS/UCC LAW

Trevor A. Brown

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher (808) 537-6100

CONSTRUCTION LAW

Scott I. Batterman

Clay Chapman Iwamura Pulice & Nervell (808) 535-8400

Andrew R. Bunn Chun Kerr LLP (808) 528-8200

Bennett J. Chin*

Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani (808) 441-1830

Gerald S. Clay

Clay Chapman Iwamura Pulice & Nervell (808) 535-8400

Ryan H. Engle

Lung Rose Voss & Wagnild (808) 523-9000

Matthew T. Evans Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert (808) 531-8031

Byron C. Feldman II Kale Feldman, Esq. (808) 256-5796

Duane R. Fisher

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher (808) 537-6100

Charles W. Gall

Kobayashi Sugita & Goda (808) 535-5700

C. Michael Heihre Cades Schutte (808) 521-9200

Robert G. Klein Klein Law Group (808) 591-8822

Bert T. Kobayashi Jr.

Lung Rose Voss & Wagnild (808) 523-9000

William M. McKeon (Maui) Berding Weil (808) 242-6644

Audrey E.J. Ng

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel (808) 547-5600

Anna H. Oshiro

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert (808) 531-8031

Jeffrey M. Osterkamp Cades Schutte (808) 521-9200

David Schulmeister Cades Schutte (808) 521-9200

Craig K. Shikuma

Kobayashi Sugita & Goda (808) 535-5700

Richard E. Wilson

Law Office of Richard E. Wilson (808) 545-1311

Keith Y. Yamada

Milton Motooka

Kelly G. LaPorte

Motooka Rosenberg Lau & Oyama (808) 532-7900

Cades Schutte (808) 521-9200

Charles E. Pear Jr.

Lung Rose Voss & Wagnild (808) 523-9000

Adrian L. Lavarias

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John F. Lezak

Joanne Lo Grimes Carlsmith Ball LLP (808) 523-2500

Michael J. O’Malley Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel (808) 547-5600

Gerald A. Sumida Carlsmith Ball LLP (808) 523-2500

Craig P. Wagnild* Lung Rose Voss & Wagnild (808) 523-9000

CORPORATE LAW

David F.E. Banks Cades Schutte (808) 521-9200

Trevor A. Brown

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher (808) 537-6100

Norman H.Y. Cheng

James M. Cribley

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert (808) 531-8031

CONSUMER LAW

Lawrence S. Okinaga Carlsmith Ball LLP (808) 523-2500

Grande Law Offices (808) 271-7500

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert (808) 531-8031

CORPORATE GOVERNANCE LAW

Michael A. Yoshida

Gregory W. Kugle

Kenneth R. Kupchak

J. Stephen Street (808) 754-1647

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher (808) 537-6100

CONSUMER PROTECTION LAW

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert (808) 531-8031

J. Stephen Street

Cades Schutte (808) 521-9200

Kobayashi Sugita & Goda (808) 535-5700

COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION LAW

McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon (808) 529-7300

Harvey J. Lung

Thomas R. Grande

Case Lombardi & Pettit (808) 547-5400

Thomas R. Daniel Lee & Martin (808) 524-0159

Steven M. Egesdal Carlsmith Ball LLP (808) 523-2500

Duane R. Fisher

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher (808) 537-6100

Alan M. Goda

Kobayashi Sugita & Goda (808) 535-5700

Edward R. Bendet

Gregory R. Kim

Clay Chapman Iwamura Pulice & Nervell (808) 535-8400

Mark D. Bernstein Mark D. Bernstein (808) 537-3327

Robert J. Smolenski Robert J. Smolenski (808) 524-5750

Vantage Counsel (808) 780-2495

Karl K. Kobayashi Carlsmith Ball LLP (808) 523-2500

Christine A. Kubota Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert (808) 531-8031

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Kobayashi Sugita & Goda (808) 535-5700

Dennis M. Lombardi

Case Lombardi & Pettit (808) 547-5400

Paul R. Mancini (Maui) Mancini Welch & Geiger (808) 871-8351

Terri Ann M.K. Motosue

Ashford & Wriston (808) 539-0400

Geoffrey T. Mukae Cades Schutte (808) 521-9200

Craig I. Nakanishi Cades Schutte (808) 521-9200

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Anders G.O. Nervell

Clay Chapman Iwamura Pulice & Nervell (808) 535-8400

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McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon (808) 529-7300

Michael J. O’Malley Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel (808) 547-5600

Lawrence S. Okinaga Carlsmith Ball LLP (808) 523-2500

Nathan T. Okubo

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McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon (808) 529-7300

David J. Reber

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Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel (808) 547-5600

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Rinesmith & Sekiguchi (808) 534-4950

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We have the Best Lawyers® because we have the best team

Congratulations to the fifty-nine Cades Schutte attorneys recognized in the 2023 Best Lawyers® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch™ in America Lists in Hawai‘i 2023 BEST LAWYERS ® “LAWYER OF THE YEAR” IN HONOLULU • Calvert G. Chipchase – Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law, Land Use and Zoning Law • Christopher T. Goodin – Litigation – Real Estate

• Amanda M. Jones – Employment Law – Management • Chris S. Mashiba – Litigation and Controversy – Tax

• Craig I. Nakanishi – Energy Law • Ryan M. Wilson – Tax Law

THE BEST LAWYERS IN AMERICA ® • Trisha H.S.T. Akagi – Litigation – Real Estate • Trever K. Asam – Tax Law • Lisa D. Ayabe – Banking and Finance Law, Leisure and Hospitality Law, Real Estate Law • David F. E. Banks – Corporate Law, Employment Law – Management, Labor Law – Management, Securities Regulation • Calvert G. Chipchase – Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law, Government Contracts, Land Use and Zoning Law, Litigation – Real Estate • Dennis W. Chong Kee – Commercial Litigation, Litigation – Real Estate • Roger W. Fonseca – Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law • Vito Galati – Litigation and Controversy – Tax, Tax Law • Christopher T. Goodin – Commercial Litigation, Litigation – Real Estate, Real Estate Law • Rhonda L. Griswold – Litigation – Trusts and Estates, Trusts and Estates • Christopher T. Harrison – Banking and Finance Law, Litigation – Real Estate, Real Estate Law • C. Michael Heihre – Arbitration, Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Construction Law, Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law, Litigation – Construction, Litigation – Real Estate, Real Estate Law • Martin E. Hsia – Patent Law, Trade Secrets Law, Trademark Law • Amanda M. Jones – Arbitration, Employment Law – Management, Litigation – Labor and Employment • Grace Nihei Kido – Environmental Law, Real Estate Law • Rick Kiefer – Banking and Finance Law, Litigation – Real Estate, Real Estate Law • Kelly G. LaPorte – Construction Law, Litigation – Construction, Litigation – Real Estate, Real Estate Law

• Philip J. Leas – Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law, Real Estate Law • Michele S. Loudermilk – Banking and Finance Law, Real Estate Law • John R. Love – Banking and Finance Law, Real Estate Law • Chris S. Mashiba – Litigation and Controversy – Tax, Tax Law • Cary S. Matsushige – Banking and Finance Law • Lindsay N. McAneeley – Environmental Law, Litigation – Environmental • Patricia J. McHenry – Environmental Law • Allison Mizuo Lee – Commercial Litigation, Litigation – Real Estate • Geoffrey T. Mukae – Corporate Law • Craig I. Nakanishi – Corporate Law, Energy Law, Energy Regulatory Law • Trisha L. Nishimoto – Litigation – Health Care, Litigation – Insurance, Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants • Nathan T. Okubo – Banking and Finance Law, Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Corporate Law, Land Use and Zoning Law, Litigation – Real Estate, Real Estate Law • Peter W. Olson – Insurance Law, Litigation – Insurance • Jeffrey M. Osterkamp – Construction Law • Jeffrey S. Portnoy – Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Employment Law – Management, Insurance Law, Legal Malpractice Law – Defendants, Litigation – First Amendment, Litigation – Insurance, Litigation – Labor and Employment, Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants, Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants • Marc E. Rousseau – Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Corporate Law, Litigation – Mergers and Acquisitions, Mergers and Acquisitions Law, Securities / Capital Markets Law

• Paul M. Saito – Employment Law – Management, Labor Law – Management, Litigation – Labor and Employment • E. Gunner Schull – Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law • David Schulmeister – Commercial Litigation, Construction Law, Litigation – Construction • Summer G. Shelverton – Litigation – Trusts and Estates, Trusts and Estates • Kristin S. Shigemura – Employment Law – Management, Litigation – Labor and Employment, Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants • W. Keoni Shultz – Litigation – Real Estate, Real Estate Law • Justin M. Sugiyama – Real Estate Law • Gail M. Tamashiro – Banking and Finance Law, Real Estate Law • Mauna Kea Trask – Land Use and Zoning Law, Litigation – Land Use and Zoning, Litigation – Real Estate, Real Estate Law • Andrea K. Ushijima – Real Estate Law • Daniel C. Vermillion – Litigation – Trusts and Estates, Trusts and Estates • Roy A. Vitousek III – Commercial Litigation, Land Use and Zoning Law, Litigation – Land Use and Zoning, Litigation – Real Estate, Real Estate Law • Lori K. Wilke – Real Estate Law • Ryan M. Wilson – Tax Law • Keith Y. Yamada – Arbitration, Construction Law, Litigation – Construction, Mediation • Theodore D.C. Young – Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Litigation – Bankruptcy

BEST LAWYERS: ONES TO WATCH ™ IN AMERICA • Pōhai Nu‘uhiwa Campbell – Real Estate Law, Trusts and Estates • Nathaniel T. Dang – Intellectual Property Law, Litigation – Real Estate • Jarrett A. Dempsey – Commercial Litigation, Health Care Law

• Gabriel F. Gorman – Banking and Finance Law • Sachi E. Hiatt – Real Estate Law • Mallory T. Martin – Commercial Litigation, Litigation – Real Estate • Darene K. Matsuoka – Land Use and Zoning Law, Real Estate Law

• Caitlin M. Moon – Litigation – Trusts and Estates, Trusts and Estates • Imran Naeemullah – Banking and Finance Law, Real Estate Law • Nathan C. Yang – Banking and Finance Law, Corporate Law, Real Estate Law

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Law Office of Eric A. Seitz (808) 533-7434

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Law Office of Richard H.S. Sing (808) 537-1529

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Law Office of David Hayakawa (803) 537-1529

Philip H. Lowenthal (Maui)

Lowenthal & Lowenthal (808) 242-5000

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Law Office of Howard K.K. Luke (808) 545-5000

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Thomas M. Otake

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Eric A. Seitz

Rosemary T. Fazio Ashford & Wriston (808) 539-0400

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Kenneth R. Kupchak

Kent D. Morihara

Christine A. Kubota

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Elbridge W. Smith

Corianne W. Lau

Craig I. Nakanishi*

Dentons U.S. LLP (808) 524-1800

Cades Schutte (808) 521-9200

Sharon V. Lovejoy

J. Stephen Street

Darin R. Leong

Gerald A. Sumida

Cades Schutte (808) 521-9200 Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher (808) 537-6100

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Wayne P. Nasser Ashford & Wriston (808) 539-0400

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Roger W. Fonseca

Smith Himmelmann (808) 523-5050 J. Stephen Street (808) 754-1647

Herbert R. Takahashi Takahashi and Covert (808) 526-3003

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Lung Rose Voss & Wagnild (808) 523-9000

Richard E. Wilson

Law Office of Richard E. Wilson (808) 545-1311

Cades Schutte (808) 521-9200

EMPLOYMENT LAW – MANAGEMENT

Joanne Lo Grimes*

David F.E. Banks

Carlsmith Ball LLP (808) 523-2500

Gregory M. Hansen

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Lorraine S. Klevansky Carlsmith Ball LLP (808) 523-2500

Samuel P. King Jr.

Harry Y. Oda

EMINENT DOMAIN AND CONDEMNATION LAW

ENERGY LAW

Philip J. Leas

DUI/DWI DEFENSE

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Ka‘ala Duffy

APPELLATE PRACTICE

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Case Lombardi & Pettit proudly congratulates our attorneys who have been selected as

2023 Best Lawyers in Hawaii C ®

Dennis M. Lombardi

Corporate Law Administrative / Regulatory Law Real Estate Law 2019, 2016 “Lawyer of the Year” Administrative / Regulatory Law

Stacey W.E. Foy

Nancy J. Youngren

Michael L. Lam

Real Estate Law

Commercial Litigation Litigation - Construction Litigation - Real Estate

Michael R. Marsh

Gregory M. Hansen

Real Estate Law

ase Lombardi & Pettit is one of Hawaii’s oldest and most established law firms, tracing its roots back to 1888. The firm is a commercial law firm providing legal services in the areas of real estate, business, bankruptcy, litigation and dispute resolution, and employee benefits. Trust and service are core principles that guide our valued relationships with our clients and the firm has been commended by clients for its attentiveness, accessibility, and expertise. ® Our attorneys have consistently been recognized by Best Lawyers , Chambers & Partners, Martindale Hubbell and other prominent lawyer referral organizations. The firm also provides its attorneys and clients with international legal resources and expertise through its membership in Lex Mundi, the world’s leading association of independent law firms with more than 160 member firms worldwide. We are proud to serve our clients and the Hawaii community.

Also recognized in

Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law 2020, 2016 “Lawyer of the Year” Litigation – Bankruptcy 2022, 2018, 2015 “Lawyer of the Year” Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law

Directors David G. Brittin Lisa K. Broulik Michelle J. Chapman Matthew A. Cohen Stacey W.E. Foy Adelbert Green Michael L. Lam

Lauren R. Sharkey Real Estate Law

Dennis M. Lombardi† Jon M.H. Pang Lauren R. Sharkey Mark G. Valencia Nancy J. Youngren †A Law Corporation

Arbitration Litigation - Construction Mediation 2021 “Lawyer of the Year” Litigation - Construction 2017 “Lawyer of the Year” Arbitration

Associates Ka‘o-nohiokala- J. Aukai IV Jackie Ching Elaine T. Chow Travis T. Moon James W. Rooney Steven E. Tom

Employee Beneﬁts (ERISA) Law 2017 “Lawyer of the Year”

Elaine T. Chow

Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch™ in America Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law Litigation - Bankruptcy

Of Counsel Gregory M. Hansen Michael R. Marsh Ted N. Pettit, Ph.D. Frederick W. Rohlfing, III

2600 Mauka Tower | 737 Bishop Street | Honolulu, Hawaii 96813 Phone (808) 547-5400 | Fax (808) 523-1888 Email info@caselombardi.com | Web www.caselombardi.com Managing Director

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LITIGATION AND CONTROVERSY – TAX

Avery C. Matro

Nathaniel Higa

Darene K. Matsuoka

Chun Kerr LLP (808) 528-8200

Cades Schutte (808) 521-9200

Ross Uehara-Tilton

Steven Mewha

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert (808) 531-8031

MEDICAL MALPRACTICE LAW – PLAINTIFFS

Nicole Kalakau

Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner (808) 521-7474 MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS LAW

Daniel Lam

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel (808) 547-5600

Steven Mewha

PERSONAL INJURY LITIGATION – PLAINTIFFS

Maile S. Miller

Nicole Kalakau

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher (808) 537-6100

Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner (808) 521-7474

Miyoko Pettit-Toledo

Steven Mewha

Deeley King Pang & Van Etten (808) 533-1751

Maximum Legal Services Corp. (808) 585-0920

Deeley King Pang & Van Etten

Loren A. Seehase

REAL ESTATE LAW

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert (808) 531-8031

Joanna C. Zeigler Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert (808) 531-8031 LITIGATION – TRUSTS AND ESTATES

Megan L.M. Lim

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert (808) 531-8031

Caitlin M. Moon Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200

Carlsmith Ball LLP (808) 523-2500

Deeley King Pang & Van Etten (808) 533-1751

Imran Naeemullah Cades Schutte (808) 521-9200

Lindsay Orman

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher (808) 537-6100

Daniel J. Padilla

Carlsmith Ball LLP (808) 523-2500

Derek B. Simon

Carlsmith Ball LLP (808) 523-2500

Sara S.T. Strona

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher (808) 537-6100

Nainoa Watson

Ross Uehara-Tilton

Megan L.M. Lim

Shawn H. Yamada (Hawai‘i Island)

TECHNOLOGY LAW

Maria Amparo McCormick

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher (808) 537-6100

Carlsmith Ball LLP (808) 935-6644

Nate Yang

Cades Schutte (808) 521-9200

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert (808) 531-8031

Case Lombardi & Pettit (808) 547-5400

Stephanie Teece

Case Lombardi & Pettit (808) 547-5400

Caitlin M. Moon Cades Schutte (808) 521-9200

TRUSTS AND ESTATES

SECURITIES REGULATION

Daniel J. Padilla

Travis M. Agustin

Daniel Lam

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel (808) 547-5600

Cades Schutte (808) 521-9200

Vasana Chiu

Daniel J. Padilla

Christin D. Kawada

Carlsmith Ball LLP (808) 523-2500

Shawn H. Yamada (Hawai‘i Island)

Pōhai Nu‘uhiwa Campbell

TAX LAW Carlsmith Ball LLP (808) 523-2500

Carlsmith Ball LLP (808) 523-2500

Agustin Hawai‘i Law LLLC (808) 426-6572

Carlsmith Ball LLP (808) 935-6644

Joelle B. Yamamoto Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel (808) 547-5600

Carlsmith Ball LLP (808) 523-2500 Yee & Kawashima (808) 524-4501

(808) 533-1751

Maria F. Altuzarra Chun Kerr LLP (808) 528-8200

Pōhai Nu‘uhiwa Campbell Cades Schutte (808) 521-9200

Jennifer F. Chin

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel (808) 547-5600

Ka‘ala Duffy

Klevansky Piper (808) 536-0200

Sachi E. Hiatt

Cades Schutte (808) 521-9200

Congratulations to our partners for being selected for inclusion in the 2023 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® Ota & Hara has received four regional rankings, including three Metro Tier 1 rankings, in the 2023 edition of U.S. News – Best Lawyers® "Best Law Firms" Thank you to our clients and colleagues for helping us receive this recognition William N. Ota ◦ Leighton M. Hara

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Methodology for The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch™ in America This list is excerpted from the 2023 editions of The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch™ in America, the preeminent referral guides to the legal profession in the United States. Published since 1983, Best Lawyers® lists attorneys in 150 specialties, representing all 50 states, who have been chosen through an exhaustive survey in which thousands of the nation’s top lawyers confidentially evaluate their professional peers. The 2023 edition of Best Lawyers is based on more than 13 million evaluations of lawyers by other lawyers. The method used to compile Best Lawyers remains unchanged since the first edition was compiled 40 years ago. Lawyers are chosen for inclusion based solely on the vote of their peers. Listings cannot be bought, and no purchase is required to be included. In this regard, Best Lawyers remains the gold standard of reliability and integrity in lawyer ratings. The nomination pool for the 2023 edition consisted of all lawyers whose names appeared in the previous edition of Best Lawyers, lawyers who were nominated since the previous survey and new nominees solicited from listed attorneys. In general, lawyers were asked to vote only on nominees in their own specialty in their own jurisdiction. Lawyers in closely related specialties were asked to vote across specialties, as were lawyers in smaller jurisdictions. Where specialties are national or international in nature, lawyers were asked to vote nationally as well as locally. Voting lawyers were also given an opportunity to offer more detailed comments on nominees. Each year, half of the voting pool receives fax or email ballots; the other half is polled by phone.

Voting lawyers were provided this general guideline for determining if a nominee should be listed among “the best”: “If you had a close friend or relative who needed a real estate lawyer (for example), and you could not handle the case yourself, to whom would you refer them?” All votes and comments were solicited with a guarantee of confidentiality ― a critical factor in the viability and validity of Best Lawyers’ surveys. To ensure the rigor of the selection process, lawyers were urged to use only their highest standards when voting and to evaluate each nominee based only on his or her individual merits. The additional comments were used to make more accurate comparisons between voting patterns and weight votes accordingly. Best Lawyers uses various methodological tools to identify and correct for anomalies in both the nomination and voting process. Recognition in the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America is based entirely on peer review and employs the same methodology that has made Best Lawyers the gold standard for legal rankings worldwide. These awards are recognitions given to attorneys who are earlier in their careers for outstanding professional excellence in private practice in the United States. Our “Ones to Watch” recipients typically have been in practice for 5-9 years. Ultimately, of course, a lawyer’s inclusion is based on the subjective judgments of his or her fellow attorneys. While it is true that the lists may at times disproportionately reward visibility or popularity, the breadth of the survey, the candor of the respondents and the sophistication of the polling methodology largely correct for any biases. For all these reasons, Best Lawyers lists continue to represent the most reliable, accurate and useful guide to the best lawyers in the United States available anywhere.

Gift Guide From pages 27–31

Aloha Kira, 131 Hekili St., #104, Kailua, @alohakirashop Bās Bookshop, 1154 Nu‘uanu Ave., (808) 545-8091, basbookshop.com, @bas_bookshop Broome Street General Store, Royal Hawaiian Center, (808) 480-9031, broomestgeneral.com, @broomestreetgeneralwaikiki Da Shop: Books + Curiosities, 3565 Harding Ave., (808) 421-9460, dashophnl.com, @dashophnl Fighting Eel, Kāhala Mall, (808) 738-4912, fightingeel.com, @fightingeel Ginger13, 22 S. Pauahi St., (808) 531-5311, ginger13.com, @ginger13hawaii Jana Lam, 1170 Auahi St., (808) 888-5044, janalam.com, @janalam

Mori by Art + Flea, 1170 Auahi St., (808) 593-8958, morihawaii.com, @mori_hawaii Nā Mea Hawai‘i, Ward Centre, (808) 596-8885, nameahawaii.com, @na_mea_hawaii Neiman Marcus, Ala Moana Center, (808) 951-8887, neimanmarcus.com, @neimanmarcus Olive Boutique, 43 Kīhāpai St., Kailua, (808) 263-9919, oliveandoliverhawaii.com, @olive_boutique Pua Hana, 3434 Wai‘alae Ave., #2, (808) 739-5617, puahanahawaii.com, @puahanahawaii

Island-Boy, 307c Kamani St., islandboy.shop, @islandboy.shop

Roberta Oaks, 1152 Nu‘uanu Ave., (808) 526-111, robertaoaks.com, @robertaoakshawaii

Island Sole, Kāhala Mall, (808) 738-8430, @islandsole

Salvage Public, 1170 Auahi St., salvagepublic.com, @salvagepublic

Kealopiko, 312B Monsarrat Ave., (808) 784-0033, kealopiko.com, @kealopiko

SoHa Living, Kāhala Mall, (808) 591-9777, sohaliving.com, @sohaliving

Lauren Roth Art, 131 Hekili St., #105, Kailua, (808) 439-1993, laurenrothart.com, @laurenrothartboutique LexBreezy Hawai‘i, 16 Kainehe St., Kailua, lexbreezyhawaii.com, @lexbreezyhawaii Loewe, Ala Moana Center, (808) 207-6554, loewe.com, @loewe Manuheali‘i, multiple locations, manuhealii.com, @manuhealii Mōno Hawai‘i, 2013 S. King St., (808) 955-1595, monohawaii.com, @monohawaii

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Sugarcane Shop, 1137 11th Ave., (808) 739-2263, sugarcaneshophawaii.com, @sugarcanehawaii Surf Camp, Kāhala Mall, (808) 888-8080, @surfcamp_hawaii T&C Surf Shop, Kāhala Mall, (808) 733-5699, tcsurf.com, @tcsurfshop We are Iconic, 1108 Auahi St., #155, shopweareiconic.com, @weareiconic_honolulu XIX Palms, xixpalms.com, @xixpalms

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Kūpuna Resource Guide 200+ organizations that can help older adults learn, live and thrive in Hawai‘i.

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Arcadia Family of Companies All Options for Senior Living

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Since 1967, the Arcadia Family of Companies has offered dynamic and gracious senior living services to older adults. Starting with its flagship location, Arcadia, the non-profit organization has since grown into a family of nine companies that serves around 1,000 kupuna per day.

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Life Plan Communities Arcadia celebrates 55 years of operations and is home to some 300 residents in Makiki. 15 Craigside, a state-of-the-art Life Plan Community in Nuuanu, opened in 2011 and is pet friendly, welcoming residents and their furry friends as part of the family. Both communities remain on the cutting edge of technology, embracing solutions that enhance everyday life and keep residents engaged and connected. Most notably, 15 Craigside and Arcadia offer guaranteed lifetime care for its residents, providing peace of mind for years to come. Home and Community-Based Services Many people prefer to age in the familiarity and comfort of their own homes. For that reason, the Arcadia Family of Companies developed a robust home and community-based services team to answer the varied needs of our kupuna. Arcadia Home Health Services provides housekeeping, meal delivery and home maintenance to its clients, making the challenge of maintaining a home that much easier. In addition, companion and personal care services

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Hale Ola Kino By Arcadia The Arcadia Family of Companies’ newest acquisition is a 32-bed skilled nursing home located on the second floor of One Kalakaua Senior Living Association. Hale Ola Kino by Arcadia provides professional and compassionate care for those seeking short or long-term care. Services include rehabilitative, personalized therapy, and respite care.

enable clients to live safely and independently in their home with the assistance they need. Arcadia Adult Day Care & Day Health Center at Central Union Church is open Monday through Friday, and clients enjoy a healthy balance of physical and mental exercises in a setting that encourages socialization. Included in the daily rate are two meals, excursions and a variety of stimulating activities. Arcadia At Home A unique senior living option is Arcadia At Home, a membership program where kupuna age in place in their home while having access to programs, services and guaranteed lifetime care at our Life Plan Communities. Members of this program make friends, attend activities and interact with staff who know

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By offering Hawaii’s most comprehensive array of senior living services, the Arcadia Family of Companies allows families to plan for peace of mind during the journey of growing older. Aging is a privilege, and the Arcadia Family of Companies embraces the responsibility of ensuring Hawaii’s kupuna are well cared for now and in the future. For more information, visit arcadia.org

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Live Well, Smile More at Every Age A healthy smile should last well into your retirement years. Many believe it’s natural for teeth to deteriorate as they age, but it’s possible to maintain healthy teeth and gums for life. Consider these tips to keep your smile strong and healthy:

TIPS TO KEEP YOUR SMILE STRONG & HEALTHY 1.

Brush, Floss, See Your Dentist Protect your smile (and body) from infectious diseases and ailments through brushing twice a day, flossing daily and regular visits to your dentist. A simple dental visit can identify signs of any systemic diseases or future oral health issues that may arise in your retirement years. Find a dental plan that fits within your budget and includes preventive care to ensure your exams and cleanings are covered.

Keep Your Dentist Informed Inform your dentist about any medications or conditions. In some cases, certain medical conditions can impact your oral health, like diabetes, cancer, and more. Check your plan details if you have “HDS Total Health Plus” which may include additional covered services. Your dentist not only detects signs of infection but can provide a treatment plan that involves more cleanings throughout the year.

Maintain Healthy Habits Good nutrition has a direct impact on your oral health. Maintain a balanced diet full of fibrous vegetables, lean protein and fruit. Limiting the amount of sugar in foods and sweet drinks. It takes good oral health habits and visits to the dentist to work towards a healthier smile. Good oral health leads to good overall health and a better quality of life.

HOW TO CHOOSE A DENTAL PLAN 1.

Research Dental Insurance in Hawaii

Research each dental insurance company’s history and reputation. You want an established, Hawaii company that provides quality, local customer service. As a not-for-profit, HDS has supported our local island communities since 1962.

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Quality Dentists

You want a licensed, participating dentist who is conveniently located near you and access to dental care when you travel. With an HDS dental plan, you have access to the largest network of dentists across Hawaii and the U.S. Mainland.

A Good Dental Plan that Helps You Stay Healthy Year-round Your oral health directly affects your overall health and quality of life. Regular visits to the dentist help you stay healthy year-round. HDS plans provide 100% coverage for routine visits.

Control Your Costs with Coverage that Suits Your Needs Dental plans cover services like basic and major procedures. Take control of expenses with an HDS dental plan that covers what you need so you pay less out-of-pocket.

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Adults with Medicaid are eligible to receive dental benefits. HDS Medicaid can help you find a dentist and schedule an appointment. Call our HDS Medicaid partner, Community Case Management Corp. (CCMC) at: HDS also partners with WellCare by Ohana

Community Case Management Corp. 808-792-1070 or toll-free 1-888-792-1070 Monday through Friday | 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

For more information on dental plans

Visit: HawaiiDentalService.com Or Call: 808-529-9248

Health Plan, AlohaCare, and Kaiser Permanente to provide dental benefits for their Medicare Advantage plans.

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All of us, hopefully, will grow old. Many of us also have parents and other loved ones who are aging. Because of advances in medical science and healthy living, more of us will live longer, active and more fulfilling lives than our parents. But illness, accidents and genetics will lead some of us to need help as we age. Some of us will be thrust into the role of a family caregiver and will need help taking care of kūpuna. That’s why AARP Hawai‘i is proud to sponsor and is grateful to HONOLULU Magazine for putting out this year’s edition of the Kūpuna Resource Guide. We want kūpuna and caregivers to be aware of the resources available to them. AARP strives to be a wise friend and a fierce defender of kūpuna. Besides the local resources contained in this book, AARP has information online to help family caregivers at aarp.org/caregiving. You can also download our Prepare to Care guidebook, which helps families have a conversation about caregiving, while a loved one can tell others how they want to be treated before an emergency that leaves them unable to speak for themselves.

AARP Hawai‘i and other kūpuna organizations hold regular webinars and in-person caregiving workshops to help kūpuna and caregivers. Take advantage of those opportunities to learn how to best care for a loved one and to meet other caregivers. No kūpuna or caregiver should have to age or care for a loved one alone. Sincerely,

Keali‘i Lopez AARP Hawai‘i State Director

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Family caregivers also need to be able to take care of themselves. You can’t care for others if you don’t take care of yourself. Respite care is important, and caregivers should ask for help and know where to go to get help.

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89 General Resources Don’t know where to start? These organizations can advise and connect you with a wide variety of services and resources in many categories. 89 Care for Caregivers Education and support for caregivers. 89 Community Services Information and referral services, senior clubs and organizations, and volunteer opportunities. 90 Enrichment Education, exercise and senior centers.

92 Financial Help understanding public benefits, money management, fraud, social security and financial assistance. 95 Food Food banks and meal services. 95 Home and Community Long-Term Care Services Adult day care and day health, case management, companionship, home care services, home health agencies and personal care. 98 Housing Information on homelessness, housing searches and nursing homes.

100 Identification Where to get ID cards and more. 100 Legal Advance directives and legal services. 102 Specific Audiences Alzheimer’s assistance; assistive technology; services for the blind, deaf and visually/ hearing impaired; and veterans. 102 Transportation Driver and pedestrian information, and local transportation.

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Resource Centers There are hundreds of organizations in Hawai‘i that offer education, assistance, care or support for kūpuna and their families. These four nonprofit groups and one state agency cover a wide range of services and are also invaluable for their work connecting those in need of programs with those who can serve them best. If you are not sure what you are looking for, turn to these experts for guidance. AARP

Aloha United Way GET HELP/2-1-1

AARP, formerly the American Association of Retired Persons, is a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization dedicated to empowering adults 50 years and older and their ‘ohana. With nearly 150,000 members in the Islands, AARP Hawai‘i works tirelessly to meet the needs of kūpuna. From sharing practical resources to holding activities and events, AARP provides opportunities for seniors to choose how they live as they age. With their membership, seniors have access to community referrals, support and practical resources on caregiving, financial security, fighting fraud and much more. Each year, AARP Hawai‘i advocates at the state Legislature for government funds to ensure financial caregiving support and many other initiatives.

Aloha United Way is a nonprofit organization that brings together resources, organizations and people within the community to advance health, education and financial stability initiatives. Established in 1919, AUW aims to help families and individuals to thrive. One of its most useful resources is its 2-1-1 telephone help line, which works as a statewide comprehensive community referral service. Callers can speak with local experts who are trained to connect people to more than 1,300 agencies and 4,000 programs for food, shelter, financial assistance, elder care, disability service, COVID-19 and much more. The help line is open Mondays through Fridays from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Hawai‘i Aging and Disability Resource Center

Catholic Charities Hawai‘i has been serving the Islands since 1947 and is part of the largest private network of social service organizations in America. It helps 40,000 people each year with a variety of needs, including emergency financial assistance grants and housing. CCH networks with other agencies to provide material assistance such as clothing, utilities and food, and helps seniors fill out applications for public benefits and find transportation for shopping, errands and other activities.

The Hawai‘i Aging and Disability Resource Center is a one-stop organization that helps older adults, individuals with disabilities and family caregivers find long-term support and services. The state- and county-funded ADRC also has county offices and directories of services to assist people of all incomes and ages for free. ADRC staff can help determine if you are eligible for public benefits and programs. They may also assist you and your family in finding providers and will work with you to develop a plan for your future long-term care.

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Catholic Charities Hawai‘i

Executive Office on Aging The Executive Office on Aging is a state-run agency that coordinates aging and caregiver support services across the Islands, including Senior Medicare Patrol Hawai‘i, the Hawai‘i State Health Insurance Assistance Program, Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, Healthy Aging Partnership, and In-Home and Community-Based Services.

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GENERAL RESOURCES AARP Hawai‘i 1001 Bishop St., Suite 625 1-866-295-7282 hiaarp@aarp.org aarp.org/hi Aloha United Way GET HELP/2-1-1 200 N. Vineyard Blvd., Suite 700 info211@auw.org auw211.org Catholic Charities Hawai‘i 1822 Ke‘eaumoku St. (808) 521-4357 info@catholiccharities hawaii.org catholiccharitieshawaii.org

Maui County 95 Mahalani St., Room 20, Wailuku (808) 270-7774 aging@mauicounty.gov mauicountyadrc.org

CARE FOR CAREGIVERS Caregiver Education AARP Family Caregiving Resource Line 1132 Bishop St., Suite 1920 1-866-295-7282 aarp.org/caregiving Caregiver Action Network 855-CARE-640 info@caregiveraction.org caregiveraction.org

Executive Office on Aging 925 Dillingham Blvd., Suite 200 (808) 768-7706 eoa@doh.hawaii.gov health.hawaii.gov/eoa

Caregivers Foundation of America 926 Third St., Pearl City (808) 625-3782 info@thecaregiver foundation.org thecaregiverfoundation.org

Hawai‘i Aging & Disability Resource Center 250 S. Hotel St., Suite 406 (808) 643-2372 adrc@doh.hawaii.gov hawaiiadrc.org

Kōkua Kalihi Valley Elderly Services 1846 Gulick Ave. (808) 848-0977 info@kkv.net kkv.net

Hawai‘i County 1055 Kino‘ole St., Hilo (808) 961-8626 hcoa@hawaiiantel.net hcoahawaii.org Kaua‘i County 444 Rice St., Suite 330, Līhu‘e (808) 241-4470 elderlyaffairs@kauai.gov kauaiadrc.org

St. Francis Caregiver Education and Training 2228 Liliha St., Suite 300 (808) 547-8138 info@stfrancishawaii.org stfrancishawaii.org

Caregiver Support Groups

COMMUNITY SERVICES

Adventist Health – Caregiver Support Group 640 ‘Ulukahiki St., Kailua (808) 263-5500 callcenter@ah.org adventisthealth.org/castle

Information and Referral

Caregiver Foundation Support Groups 926 Third St., Pearl City (808) 625-3782 info@thecaregiver foundation.org thecaregiver foundation.org/learnmore/support-groups Hale Hau‘oli Hawai‘i – Caregiver Support Group 98-1247 Ka‘ahumanu St., Suite 207, ‘Aiea (808) 798-8706 kwyatt01@aol.com halehauolihawaii.org Project Dana 902 University Ave. (808) 945-3736 info@projectdana.org projectdana.org Windward Seniors Day Care – CG Support Group 77 N. Kainalu Drive, Kailua (808) 387-1458 allisonbean11@gmail.com windwardseniordaycare center.org

Aloha United Way 200 N. Vineyard Blvd., Suite 700 (808) 536-1951 info211@auw.org auw211.org Better Business Bureau of Hawai‘i Inc. 900 Fort St. Mall, #1310 (808) 536-6956, 1-877-222-6551 bbb.org/hawaii City & County of Honolulu Department of Customer Services (808) 768-4385 honolulu.gov/csd KHON2 Action Line KHON2, 88 Pi‘ikoi St. (808) 591-0222 actionline@khon2.com khon2.com/action-line National Eldercare Locator 1-800-677-1116 eldercare.acl.gov Senior Helpline, Elderly Affairs Division 925 Dillingham Blvd., Suite 200 (808) 768-7700 elderlyaffairs.com

Senior Clubs & Organizations AARP Hawai‘i 1001 Bishop St., Suite 625 1-866-295-7282 hiaarp@aarp.org aarp.org/states/hi HONOLULUMAGAZINE.COM December 2022/January 2023

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Department of Parks & Recreation – Senior Citizen Section 1541 Kalākaua Ave., (808) 768-6895 dprseniorcitizens@ honolulu.gov honolulu.gov/parks Hawai‘i State Teachers Association – Retired 1200 Ala Kapuna St. (808) 833-2711 hstaretired12@gmail.com hstaretired.org HGEA – Retirees Unit 888 Mililani St., Suite 401 (808) 543-0054 mtrask@hgea.org hgea.org Kōkua Council 20 S. Vineyard Blvd. (808) 768-7700 kōkuacouncil.blogspot.com NARFE – National Active & Retired Federal Employees 300 Ala Moana Blvd., Room 7-213 (808) 545-1071 narfe@aloha.net narfe.net

Volunteer Opportunities Catholic Charities Hawai‘i 1822 Ke‘eaumoku St. (808) 521-4357 info@catholiccharities hawaii.org catholiccharitieshawaii.org

Child & Family Service – Gerontology Program 91-1841 Ft. Weaver Road, ‘Ewa Beach (808) 543-8468 cfs@cfs-hawaii.org childandfamilyservice.org Department of Human Services, Foster Grandparent Program 333 N. King St., Suite 160 (808) 832-5169 dhs@dhs.hawaii.gov humanservices.hawaii.gov Department of Human Services, Senior Companion Program 333 N. King St., Suite 160 (808) 832-0340 dhs@dhs.hawaii.gov humanservices.hawaii.gov Long-Term Care Ombudsman 250 S. Hotel St., Suite 406 (808) 586-7268 info@hi-ltc-ombudsman. org hi-ltc-ombudsman.org Project Dana 902 University Ave. (808) 945-3736 info@projectdana.org projectdana.org RSVP Volunteer Program, Elderly Affairs Division 925 Dillingham Blvd., Suite 200 (808) 768-7700 elderlyaffairs.com

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ENRICHMENT Education Adult Education Program – Department of Education 1390 Miller St. (808) 784-6200 doeinfo@k12.hi.us hawaiipublicschools.org/ TeachingAndLearning/ AdultEducation/Pages/ home.aspx Anchor Church – Anchor Kūpuna 45-815 Po‘okela St., Kāne‘ohe (808) 235-5814 hello@myanchor.church myanchor.church/kupuna Christ Centered Community Church – Kūpuna Ministry 4211 Wai‘alae Ave., #1030 (808) 735-4370 c4.church Hawai‘i Literacy Inc. 245 N. Kukui St., Suite 202 (808) 537-6706 info@hawaiiliteracy.org hawaiiliteracy.org Hawai‘i State Public Library System Multiple locations (808) 586-3500 librarieshawaii.org Kapi‘olani Community College – Continuing Education & Training 4303 Diamond Head Road (808) 734-9211 continuinged.kapiolani. hawaii.edu

Kūpuna Education Center at KCC 4303 Diamond Head Road (808) 734-9108 kūpunaeducation@gmail. com continuinged. kapiolani.hawaii.edu/ kupuna-education-center Leeward Community College – Office of Continuing Education & Workforce Development 96-045 Ala Ike St., CE-101 (808) 455-0477 ocewd@hawaii.edu ocewd.org Senior Citizen Visitor Program/Nā Kūpuna Program at UH Mānoa 2600 Campus Road, Student Services Center 413 (808) 956-4642 nakupuna@hawaii.edu hawaii.edu/diversity/ seed-programs/ na-kupuna-program The Emeritus College at Honolulu Community College 874 Dillingham Blvd. (808) 845-9211 pcatt.org/emeritus UH Mānoa – Center on Aging 2430 Campus Road, Gartley Hall, Suite 201B (808) 956-5001 uhcoa@hawaii.edu hawaii.edu/aging UH Mānoa – Osher Lifelong Learning Institute 2500 Dole St., Krauss Hall, Suite 113A (808) 956-2624 olliuhm@hawaii.edu olliuhm.augusoft.net

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UH Mānoa – Outreach College Professional Programs 2425 Campus Road, Sinclair Library, Suite 310 (808) 956-9249 ochelp@hawaii.edu outreach.hawaii.edu UH West O‘ahu 91-1001 Farrington Highway, Kapolei (808) 689-2800 uhwo.admissions@hawaii. edu uhwo.hawaii.edu Windward Community College 45-720 Kea‘ahala Road, Kāne‘ohe (808) 235-7400 wccocet@hawaii.edu windward.hawaii.edu

Kroc Center Hawai‘i 91-3257 Kualaka‘i Parkway, ‘Ewa Beach (808) 682-5505 kroccenterhawaii.org Still & Moving Center 1024 Queen St. (808) 397-7678 info@stillandmovingcenter. com stillandmovingcenter.com YMCA Exercise Program – Kaimukī 4835 Kīlauea Ave. (808) 737-5544 info@ymcahonolulu.org ymcahonolulu.org

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YMCA Exercise Program – Kalihi 1335 Kalihi St. (808) 848-2494 info@ymcahonolulu.org ymcahonolulu.org

Arthritis Foundation, Hawai‘i Branch 2752 Woodlawn Drive, Suite 5-204B (808) 596-2900 mmartin@arthritis.org arthritis.org

YMCA Exercise Program – Leeward 94-440 Mokuola St., Waipahu (808) 691-6495 info@ymcahonolulu.org ymcahonolulu.org

Dept. of Parks & Recreation – Therapeutic Recreation Unit 1000 Ulu‘ōhi‘a St., Suite 309, Kapolei (808) 768-3027 parks-tru@honolulu.gov honolulu.gov/parks

YMCA Exercise Program – Mililani 95-1190 Hikikikaulia St., Mililani (808) 625-1040 info@ymcahonolulu.org ymcahonolulu.org

Kōkua Kalihi Valley Elderly Services – KKV Elder Center 1846 Gulick Ave. (808) 848-0977 info@kkv.net kkv.net

YMCA Exercise Program – Nu‘uanu 1441 Pali Highway (808) 536-3556 info@ymcahonolulu.org ymcahonolulu.org

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YMCA Exercise Program – Windward 1200 Kailua Road, Kailua (808) 261-0808 info@ymcahonolulu.org ymcahonolulu.org

Senior Centers CCH – Lanakila Multipurpose Senior Center 1640 Lanakila Ave. (808) 847-1322 info@catholiccharities hawaii.org catholiccharitieshawaii.org Kāne‘ohe Community & Senior Center 45-613 Puohala St., Kāne‘ohe (808) 233-7317 Kapahulu Center 3410 Campbell Ave. (808) 737-1748 information@kapahulu center.org kapahulucenter.org Makua Ali‘i Senior Center 1541 Kalākaua Ave. (808) 973-7263 parks@honolulu.gov honolulu.gov/parks Mō‘ili‘ili Senior Center 2535 S. King St. (808) 955-1555 office@moiliilicc.org moiliilicc.org Opportunity & Resources Inc. Anuenue Hale Inc. 64-1510 Kamehameha Highway, Wahiawā (808) 622-3929 helemano808@hawaii. rr.com ori-hawaii.com

Waikīkī Community Center 310 Paoakalani Ave. (808) 923-1802 info@waikikicommunity center.org waikikicommunity center.org

FINANCIAL Financial Assistance Benefit, Employment & Support Services Division 820 Mililani St., #606 (808) 586-5230 dhs@dhs.hawaii.gov humanservices.hawaii.gov Catholic Charities Hawai‘i 1822 Ke‘eaumoku St. (808) 521-4357 info@catholiccharities hawaii.org catholiccharitieshawaii.org Hawaiian Telcom Lifeline 1177 Bishop St. (808) 643-3456 hawaiiantel.com Honolulu Community Action Program 1132 Bishop St., Suite 100 (808) 521-4531 hcap@hcapweb.org hcapweb.org Lifeline – Federal Telephone Subsidy 1-855-455-8477 lifelinetips@fcc.gov lifelinesupport.org

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Med-QUEST Division 801 Dillingham Blvd., Third Floor (808) 587-3540 601 Kamokila Blvd., Room 415, Kapolei (808) 692-7364 HCSBInquiries@dhs. hawaii.gov medquest.hawaii.gov Salvation Army 296 N. Vineyard Blvd. (808) 521-6551 aloha.hawaii@usw. salvationarmy.org hawaii.salvationarmy.org

Financial Fraud, Exploitation & Scams DCCA – Securities Fraud Hotline 335 Merchant St. (808) 587-2267 dcca@dcca.hawaii.gov hawaii.gov/dcca Dept. of Commerce & Consumer Affairs – Insurance Fraud Unit Hotline (808) 587-7416 dcca@dcca.hawaii.gov hawaii.gov/dcca

Dept. of the Attorney General – Medicaid Fraud Control Unit 333 Queen St., 10th Floor (808) 586-1058 hawaiiag@hawaii.gov hawaii.gov/ag Honolulu Police Department – Criminal Investigation Division 801 S. Beretania St., CID (808) 723-3709 hpdgeneral@honolulu.gov honolulupd.org National Do Not Call Registry 1-888-382-1222 donotcall.gov

Office of the Inspector General – Medicare, Medicaid, Health Care Fraud 1-800-447-8477 oig.hhs.gov U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission 575 Cooke St., Suite A 2208 1-800-638-2772 nfleming@cpsc.gov cpsc.gov

Money Management Caregiver Foundation of America 926 Third St., Pearl City (808) 625-3782 info@thecaregiver foundation.org thecaregiverfoundation.org

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ommunication access is critical to stay connected for our health and overall quality of life. As we age, hearing loss may affect our lives, making it more difficult to understand what is happening during conference calls, video meetings or webinars and many other online group discussions. Struggling to hear and understand what is being said in our daily activities may cause us to feel a loss of independence and dignity, and may even cause us to withdraw socially. There’s a service available that can help you feel empowered and stay engaged with individuals or co-workers. Relay Conference Captioning (RCC) is a service available at no charge for Hawaii residents who are deaf or hard of hearing that enables them to actively participate in conference calls, video meetings, or webinars. The service enables you to participate in traditional conference calls or by using web conferencing platforms by reading live captions through a web browser on your computer or mobile device. Saving a copy of the RCC transcript is one of the available options. If you or someone you know is challenged by group online discussions or meetings, encourage them to check out this innovative solution and help regain their confidence and independence. 94 HONOLULUMAGAZINE.COM December 2022/January 2023 Relay Hawaii | 844-882-3160 | relayhawaii@t-mobile.com

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CSI Inc. (Comfort, Security, Independence) 1001 Bishop St. (808) 538-0353 help@csihawaii.org csihawaii.org

Public Benefits AARP Benefits Quick Link 1132 Bishop St., Suite 1920 1-866-295-7282 hiaarp@aarp.org aarp.org/quicklink

Social Security & SSI Social Security Administration 300 Ala Moana Blvd., Room 1-114 1-800-772-1213 563 Farrington Highway, Suite 201, Halekuai Center, Kapolei socialsecurity.gov

FOOD Food Assistance Hawai‘i Foodbank 2611 Kilihau St. (808) 836-3600 info@hawaiifoodbank.org hawaiifoodbank.org Honolulu Community Action Program 1132 Bishop St., Suite 100 (808) 521-4531 hcap@hcapweb.org hcapweb.org

Meal Service Alu Like Inc. 2969 Māpunapuna Place, Suite 200 (808) 535-6700 info@alulike.org alulike.org Arcadia Home Health Services 1660 S. Beretania St., Suite 101 (808) 983-5900 info@arcadia-hi.org arcadia.org

Pālolo Chinese Home 2459 10th Ave. (808) 737-2555, ext. 803 or 801 info@palolo.org palolohome.org

HOME AND COMMUNITY LONG-TERM CARE SERVICES Adult Day Care

Evergreen Adult Day Care Centers 1500 Kapi‘olani Blvd., Suite 102E (808) 746-7505 825 Ke‘eaumoku St., Suite 133 info@evergreen hawaiiadc.com evergreenhawaiiadc.com Furukawa Living Treasure Day Care Centers 1449 Brigham St. (808) 203-7826 furukawa-livingtreasure-llc1senior.business.site

Hawai‘i Meals on Wheels 2728 Huapala St., Suite 209 (808) 988-6747 info@hmow.org ihshawaii.org

Aged to Perfection Adult Day Care Centers 94-330 Mokuola St., Waipahu (808) 622-4717 Wahiawā: 1445 California Ave. agedtoperfectionhawaii.com

Keiki to Kūpuna 94-252 Pupuole St., Waipahu (808) 677-0067 keikitokupuna@gmail.com keikitokupuna.org

Ann Pearl Adult Day Health 45-181 Waikalua Road, Kāne‘ohe (808) 247-8558 annpearlnursing.com

Kūpuna Needs Project kupunaneeds@hictv.com kupunaneedsproject.com

Beckwith Hillside Adult Day Care 2373 Beckwith St. (808) 953-9642 info@beckwithhillside.com beckwithhillside.com

Kuakini Adult Day Care at St. Timothy’s Church 98-939 Moanalua Road, ‘Aiea (808) 547-9534 kuakini.org

Casamina Adult Day Care 1426 Ala Napunani St. (808) 839-9733 acmina808@gmail.com

Live Well at Iwilei by Kāhala Nui – Adult Day Care 888 Iwilei Road, Suite 105 (808) 218-7777 livewellhi.org

Central Union Church – ADC & ADH Center 1660 S. Beretania St. (808) 983-5910 info@centralunion church.org centralunionchurch.org

Lotus Adult Day Care Center 99-186 Puakala St., ‘Aiea (808) 486-5050 lotusadultdaycare@ hawaiiantel.biz

Lanakila Meals on Wheels 1809 Bachelot St. (808) 356-8519 cr@lanakilapacific.org lanakilapacific.org Lunalilo Meal Service 501 Kekauluohi St. (808) 395-1000 x 221 tammy@lunalilo.org lunalilo.org Mom’s Meals Multiple locations 1-877-508-6667 momsmeals.com

Hale Hau‘oli Hawai‘i 98-1247 Ka‘ahumanu St., Suite 207, ‘Aiea (808) 798-8706 halehauolihawaii.org Hulu Makua Inc. 1029 Kapahulu Ave., Suite 408 (808) 729-9086

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Lunalilo Home 501 Kekauluohi St. (808) 395-1000 info@lunalilo.org lunalilo.org Mālama Adult Day Care 1208 Artesian St. (808) 946-9672 info@malama adultdaycare.com malamaadultdaycare.com Mililani Hale – Adult Day Care 95-257 Kaloapau St., Mililani (808) 457-8623 mililani@icloud.com mililaniadc.com Pālolo Chinese Home 2459 10th Ave. (808) 737-2555 info@palolo.org palolohome.org Sakura House – Adult Day Care 1666 Mott Smith Drive (808) 536-1112 sakurahousehonolulu@ gmail.com sakurahousehawaii.com Salvation Army – Adult Day Care & Day Health 296 N. Vineyard Blvd. (808) 521-6553 hawaii.salvationarmy.org/ hawaii/adhs Seagull Schools Adult Day Center 531 Farrington Highway, Kapolei (808) 674-1160 adc@seagullschools.org seagullschools.org

St. Francis Adult Day Care Center 91-1758 ‘Ō‘ōhao St., ‘Ewa Beach (808) 681-0100 2715 Pamoa Road, (808) 988-5678 info@stfrancishawaii.org stfrancishawaii.org Waipahu Hongwanji Mission – Adult Day Care 94-821 Kuhaulua St., Waipahu (808) 677-4221 waipahuhongwanji@ hawaii.rr.com waipahuhongwanji.org/ adult-day-care Windward Seniors Adult Day Care – Hope Center 77 N. Kainalu Drive, Kailua (808) 261-4947 allisonbean11@gmail.com windwardseniordaycare center.org

Adult Day Health Ann Pearl Adult Day Health 45-181 Waikalua Road, Kāne‘ohe (808) 247-8558 annpearlnursing.com Lē‘ahi – Adult Day Health 3675 Kīlauea Ave. (808) 733-7955 vgonzales@hhsc.org leahi.hhsc.org Maluhia – Adult Day Health 1027 Hala Drive (808) 832-5874 hhsc@hhsc.org maluhia.hhsc.org

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Salvation Army – Adult Day Care & Day Health 296 N. Vineyard Blvd. (808) 521-6553 hawaii.salvationarmy.org/ hawaii/adhs

Case Management Hawai‘i Health & Harm Reduction Center 677 Ala Moana Blvd., Suite 226 (808) 521-2437 info@hhhrc.org hhhrc.org Ho‘okele Health 820 Mililani St., Suite 711 (808) 457-1655 info@hookelehealth.com hookelehealth.com Ho‘okele Health: Maui P.O. Box 532677, Kihei (808) 877-6688 maryl@caregiversmaui.com caregiversmaui.com Ke Ola Mamo 321 N. Kuakini St., #308 (808) 440-6852 mkalamau@keola mamo.org keolamamo.org KKV Elder Center, Kōkua Kalihi Valley Comprehensive Family Services 2239 N. School St. (808) 848-0977 info@kkv.net kkv.net

Companionship Dept. of Human Services Senior Companion Program 333 N. King St., Suite 160 (808) 832-0340 dhs@dhs.hawaii.gov hawaii.gov/dhs

Ho‘okele Care at Home 820 Mililani St., Suite 711 (808) 457-1655 info@hookelehealth.com hookelehealth.com Ho‘okele Health: Maui P.O. Box 532677, Kīhei (808) 877-6688 maryl@caregiversmaui.com caregiversmaui.com Respite Companion Service Program 420 Waiakamilo Road, Suite 202 (808) 832-5236, (808) 832-5235 dhs@dhs.hawaii.gov hawaii.gov/dhs

Home Health Agencies Adventist Health – Castle Home Care 45-045 Kamehameha Highway, HPU Annex, Kāne‘ohe (808) 263-5077 callcenter@ah.org adventisthealth.org Arcadia Home Health Services 1660 S. Beretania St. (808) 983-5900 info@arcadia-hi.org arcadia.org Attention Plus Care 1580 Makaloa St., Suite 1060 (808) 739-2811 info@attentionplus.com attentionplus.com Bayada Home Health Care 615 Pi‘ikoi St., Suite 601 (808) 591-6050 info@bayada.com bayada.com

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Care Resource Hawai‘i 680 Iwilei Road, Suite 660 (808) 599-4999 infocrh@queens.org careresourcehawaii.org Kaiser Home Health Agency 2828 Pa‘a St., Suite 2048 (808) 432-5688 Kōkua Nurses Home Health 1210 Artesian St., Suite 201 (808) 594-2326 ocf@hawaiinursing homes.com hawaiinursinghomes.com Lou’s Quality HHC Services LLC 95-212 Wailawa St., Mililani (808) 623-7109, (808) 754-3934 lou.marcelo@yahoo.com lousqualcare.com Mastercare Homecare & Healthcare 1314 S. King St., Suite 856 (808) 597-1564 info@gomastercare.com gomastercare.com O‘ahu Home Healthcare LLC 820 Mililani St., Suite 725 (808) 492-1403 info@oahuhomehealthcare. com oahuhomehealthcare.com Prime Care Services of Hawai‘i Inc. 3375 Koapaka St., Suite I-570 (808) 531-0050 info@primecarehawaii.com primecarehawaii.com

Safe Harbor Homecare Inc. 450 Kamehameha Highway, Suite 3, Pearl City (808) 488-8826 info@safeharbor homecare.net safeharborhomecare.net SeniorCare Foundation 94-1035 Leihaku St., Waipahu (808) 626-5968 seniorcarefoundation.org Wahiawā General Hospital Home Health 128 Lehua St., Wahiawā (808) 621-8411 info@wahiawageneral.org wahiawageneral.org Wilson Homecare 1221 Kapi‘olani Blvd., Suite 940 (808) 596-4486 info@wilsoncare.com wilsonhomecare.net

Home Services Adult Intake Unit: Dept. of Human Services (for low-income SSI and Medicaid-eligible) 420 Waiakamilo Road, Suite 300A (808) 832-5115 dhs@dhs.hawaii.gov humanservices.hawaii.gov Ho‘okele Health 820 Mililani St., Suite 711 (808) 457-1655 info@hookelehealth.com hookelehealth.com Ho‘okele Health: Maui P.O. Box 532677, Kīhei (808) 877-6688 maryl@caregiversmaui.com caregiversmaui.com

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Personal Care Ho‘okele Health 820 Mililani St., Suite 711 (808) 457-1655 info@hookelehealth.com hookelehealth.com Ho‘okele Health: Maui P.O. Box 532677, Kīhei (808) 877-6688 maryl@caregiversmaui.com caregiversmaui.com St. Francis Health Services for Senior Citizens 2228 Liliha St., Suite 408 (808) 547-6121 info@stfrancishawaii.org stfrancis.org

HOUSING Homelessness & Shelters Institute for Human Services Men’s Shelter 350 Sumner St. (808) 447-2800 info@ihshawaii.org ihshawaii.org Institute for Human Services Women’s Shelter 546 Ka‘ahi St. (808) 447-2800 info@ihshawaii.org ihshawaii.org

Next Step Shelter – Waikīkī Health 200 Keawe St. (808) 545-8800 Wai‘anae Community Outreach 50 Belleau Woods St., Kapolei (808) 696-5667 wcohawaii.org

Housing Search & Information Catholic Charities Hawai‘i 1822 Ke‘eaumoku St. (808) 521-4357 info@catholiccharities hawaii.org catholiccharitieshawaii.org Going Home Plus Project – Center on Disability Studies (808) 692-8166, (808) 524-3370 cds.coe.hawaii.edu/ goinghome Hawai‘i Public Housing Authority 1002 N. School St. (808) 204-9042 hpha@hawaii.gov hpha.hawaii.gov HUD – Department of Housing and Urban Development 842 Bethel St. (808) 768-7096 hud.gov/states/hawaii/ homeownership/seniors

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Nursing Homes 15 Craigside 15 Craigside Place (808) 523-7000 info@arcadia-hi.org arcadia.org Aloha Nursing & Rehab Centre 45-545 Kamehameha Highway, Kāne‘ohe (808) 247-2220 info@alohanursing.com alohanursing.com Arcadia Retirement Residence – Nursing Facility 1434 Punahou St. (808) 941-0941 info@arcadia-hi.org arcadia.org Avalon Care Center – Honolulu LLC 1930 Kamehameha IV Road (808) 847-4834 avalonhci.com H. & J. Weinberg Care Center at Pohai Nani 45-90 Namoku St., Kāne‘ohe (808) 247-1670 Hale Ho Aloha 2670 Pacific Heights Road (808) 524-1955 info@halehoaloha.com halehoaloha.com Hale Mālamalama 6163 Summer St. (808) 396-0537 fran@hmnursing.com hmnursing.com

Hale Nani Rehabilitation & Nursing Center 1677 Pensacola St. (808) 537-3371 avalonhci.com Hale Ola Kino at One Kalākaua 1314 Kalākaua Ave., Second Floor (808) 983-4444 info@haleolakino.com haleolakino.com Hiolani Care Center at Kāhala Nui 4389 Malia St. (808) 218-7200 sales@kahalanui.com kahalanui.com Islands Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation 1205 Alexander St. (808) 733-8700 islandsnr.com Ka Punawai Ola 575 Farrington Highway, Kapolei (808) 674-9262 kapunawaiola.com Kahuku Medical Center 56-117 Pualalea St., Kahuku (808) 293-9221 info@kmc-hi.org kmc-hi.org Kalākaua Gardens 1723 Kalākaua Ave. (808) 518-2273 kalakauagardens.com Kuakini Geriatric Care 347 N. Kuakini St. (808) 536-2236 kuakini.org

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Pālolo Chinese Home – Home Cleaning Service 2459 10th Ave. (808) 748-7994 info@palolo.org palolohome.org

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Pearl City Nursing Home 919 Lehua Ave., Pearl City (808) 453-1919 pcnh@hawaiinursing homes.com  pearlcitynursinghome.com

Liliha Healthcare Center 1814 Liliha St. (808) 537-9557 rmcare.com/liliha

Pu‘uwai ‘O Mākaha 84-390 Jade St., Wai‘anae (808) 695-9508 ohanapacific.com

Maluhia Hospital & Nursing Home 1027 Hala Drive (808) 832-5874 hhsc@hhsc.org maluhia.hhsc.org Mānoa Cottage Kaimukī 748 Olokele Ave. (808) 426-7850 manoacottage.com Maunalani Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 5113 Maunalani Circle (808) 732-0771 mnrc@maunalani.org maunalaninursing.org Nu‘uanu Hale 2900 Pali Highway (808) 595-6311 newfamilyhealthhi.com/ nuuanu-hale O‘ahu Care Facility 1808 S. Beretania St. (808) 687-3300 ocf@hawaiinursing homes.com oahucarefacility.com Pālolo Chinese Home 2459 10th Ave. (808) 737-2555 info@palolo.org palolohome.org

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The Care Center of Honolulu 1900 Bachelot St. (808) 531-5302 ccoh.us The Clarence T.C. Ching Villas at St. Francis 2230 Liliha St. (808) 524-1955 info@thevillashawaii.com thevillashawaii.com Wahiawā General Hospital Nursing & Rehab 128 Lehua St., Wahiawā (808) 621-8411 info@wahiawageneral.org wahiawageneral.org

IDENTIFICATION Alzheimer’s Association 270 Ho‘okahi St., #311, Wailuku (808) 242-8636 alohainfo@alz.org alz.org/hawaii MedicAlert 1-800-432-5378 medicalert.org

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Satellite City Halls Customer Service Department Information Line (808) 768-3798 honolulu.gov Ala Moana Center 1450 Ala Moana Blvd., Suite 1255 (808) 768-4300 honolulu.gov Fort Street (Downtown) 1041 Nu‘uanu Ave., Suite A (808) 768-4103 honolulu.gov Hawai‘i Kai Corporate Plaza 6600 Kalaniana‘ole Highway, Suite 101 (808) 768-4800 honolulu.gov Kalihi-Kapālama Hale 925 Dillingham Blvd., Suite 102 (808) 768-4500 honolulu.gov Kāne‘ohe 45-480 Kāne‘ohe Bay Drive, Suite C06, Kāne‘ohe (808) 768-4100 honolulu.gov

Wahiawā 330 N. Cane St., Wahiawā (808) 768-4700 honolulu.gov Wai‘anae Neighborhood Community Center 85-670 Farrington Highway, Suite 3, Wai‘anae (808) 768-9100 honolulu.gov

LEGAL Advance Directives, POLST, CCO & DNR Kōkua Mau P.O. Box 62155 (808) 585-9977 kokuamau.org University of Hawai‘i Elder Law Program 2485 Dole St. (808) 956-6544 uhelp.edu@gmail.com hawaii.edu/uhelp

Legal Services Affordable Lawyers Project 924 Bethel St. (808) 527-8027

Kapolei Hale 1000 Ulu‘ōhi‘a St., #103, Kapolei (808) 768-3400 honolulu.gov

Hawai‘i Disability Rights Center 1132 Bishop St., Suite 2102 (808) 949-2922 info@hawaiidisability rights.org hawaiidisabilityrights.org

Pearlridge Center 98-1005 Moanalua Road, Suite 244B, ‘Aiea (808) 768-5000 honolulu.gov

Lawyer Referral & Information Service (808) 537-9140 iris@hsba.org hawaiilawyerreferral.com

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Lē‘ahi Hospital & Nursing Home 3675 Kīlauea Ave. (808) 733-8000 dakiyoshi@hhsc.org leahi.hhsc.org

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Long-Term Care Ombudsman 250 S. Hotel St., #406 (808) 586-0100 hi-ltc-ombudsman.org Mediation Center of the Pacific 1301 Young St., Second Floor (808) 521-6767 mcp@mediatehawaii.org mediatehawaii.org Mental Health America of Hawai‘i 1136 Union Mall, Suite 208 (808) 521-1846 mentalhealth-hi.org Nursing Home Abuse nursinghomeabuse.org Office of Health Care Assurance – Care Home Complaints 601 Kamokila Blvd., Suite 361, Kapolei (808) 692-7400 health.hawaii.gov/ohca Office of Health Care Assurance – Hospital & Nursing Home Complaints 601 Kamokila Blvd., Suite 361, Kapolei (808) 692-7420 health.hawaii.gov/ohca Victim Witness Kōkua Services 1060 Richards St., Ninth Floor (808) 768-7400 honoluluprosecutor.org

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Volunteer Legal Services Hawai‘i 545 Queen St., Suite 100 (808) 528-7046 michelle@vlsh.org vlsh.org

U.S. Vets Transitional Housing & Homeless Program P.O. Box 75329, Kapolei (808) 682-9000 usvetsinc.org

Telecommunications Relay Services 1-877-447-5990 fcc.gov/consumers/guides/ telecommunicationsrelay-service-trs

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VA Pacific Islands Healthcare System 459 Patterson Road (808) 433-0600 hawaii.va.gov

Vocational Rehabilitation Division 801 Dillingham Blvd., Third Floor (808) 586-4824 601 Kamokila Blvd., Room 415, Kapolei dhs@dhs.hawaii.gov humanservices. hawaii.gov/vr

Alzheimer’s Alzheimer’s Association 270 Ho‘okahi St., #311 (808) 242-8636 alohainfo@alz.org alz.org/hawaii

Assistive Technology Assistive Technology Resource Centers of Hawai‘i 200 N. Vineyard Blvd., Suite 430 (808) 532-7112 barbara@atrc.org atrc.org ISG Inc. 3472 Kanaina Ave. (808) 732-4622 isghawaii808@twc.com

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BY MARTHA CHENG | PHOTOS BY OLIVIER KONING

INDUSTRY

Next Generation Adult children now helping their parents run some of Chinatown’s most long-standing and beloved food shops discuss working—and eventually taking over— their family businesses.

Louisa Sung and her daughter Lia, cousin Amanda Ing and mother Ann Sung at their store Sun Chong Grocery

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Chun’s Meat Market “

WAS BORN TWO DAYS AFTER THE GRAND OPENING OF CHUN’S MEAT MARKET,” Frankie Chun, 35, says.

On June 10, 1987, his parents, Tony and Selina Chun, and uncle and aunt, Alan and Helen Chun, took over an existing roast meat counter and expanded it. It’s now become a Chinatown cornerstone for Cantonese-style barbecued meats—crispy roast pork, burnished roast ducks, glazed char siu—as well as a butcher shop and seafood purveyor. Entrepreneurialism runs in his family. In addition to buying Chun’s and the building that houses it, one of Frankie’s aunts owned Regal Diner and Regal Bakery (now both closed), and Frankie’s father and his siblings collectively own Jolene’s Hawai‘i. When they had moved from Zhongshan to Hawai‘i in 1981, seven of them crammed into a garage in Kalihi. “They worked from 4 a.m. to midnight, until they had money saved to start a business,” Frankie says. Even now, he says, his family can’t stop saving. “Sometimes they don’t want to give extra fork, they don’t want to give extra sauce. [I tell them], we’re not gonna lose money from just giving an extra something. I just want the customers to be happy and comfortable and have a good experience. If they need 10 forks or five—well, 10 forks is actually too much—but five, OK. But I need to still teach my uncle to not always have to save every penny.” Frankie, along with his cousins, worked in the family businesses since the sixth grade. “The good part is that we learned to socialize early in life. There were just three of us young boys running the front of the house taking orders. The con was it distracted us from pursuing what we wanted to do, whether it was being a teacher or doctor, whatever it was.” Frankie went to Kapi‘olani Community College and graduated with an associate degree “because I knew that anything I was going to pursue wasn’t going to be long, because the family would always ask us back for help.” By 2013, “I was fully submerged in Chun’s. I jumped right in and from there I never looked back.” Almost a decade later, he has learned the ropes well enough that his father, uncles and aunts recently took their first vacation in more than 40 years, leaving the second generation—Frankie, his brother Bobby and cousin Nathan— to run the shop. Nervous, his father advised him to scale down the inventory while they were away. But Frankie — Frankie Chun ignored him. His parents re-

“I knew that anything I was going to pursue wasn’t going to be long, because the family would always ask us back for help.”

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turned and “found out we ran it just as if they were here,” he says. “So it gives [my dad] the feeling that he can actually retire.” Managing Chun’s without his father and uncle “gave me even more confidence that hey, I can do this … I’m pretty much the frontrunner to lead the next generation to the next 10, 20, 30 years. And my favorite part is, I love dealing with the customers. Customers, they love to challenge you. I look young in this business, but I’m full of experience. I love it when they challenge me that I don’t know what I’m doing because I actually do. I’m the one that actually broke down all the pig parts that are in the refrigerator ready to sell. Doing that made me realize that I’m capable of doing more than I thought I could ever do.” But despite the confidence gained by both the first and second generations, Frankie says it’s still a challenge convincing his elders to change. Right now, for instance, most transactions at Chun’s are recorded with pen and paper. “I want to modernize, have more computers. I want to upgrade some equipment because some stuff is kind of old, like our showcase. I want to renovate so customers can be like, ‘wow, this place is doing well,’ and also to give them a good experience. “Chun’s is still busy but people are saying it’s not as busy as before because a lot of places have opened up outside Chinatown, with ample parking, and where it’s safer. I want to one day be able to bring in security just to give my customers confidence that Chinatown is safe. Those are stuff in the future, maybe five to 10 years from now.” Customers and family are a recurring theme for Frankie. He’s currently trying to bring his sister, an accountant, into the fold. “This is a family business, and we should all work together. And hopefully, the next generation—I’m not going to make them—but my goal is to make it easier for them to take over if they choose to. I want my kids to have a shot at it.”

157 N. KING ST., (808) 533-0577

From left: Tony Chun, Alan Chun and Frankie Chun

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Sing Cheong Yuan Bakery IN 2008, LIANA FANG’S PARENTS, Wesley and Jie Mei Fang, originally

from Guangdong, China, took over a 40-year-old bakery and renamed it Sing Cheong Yuan. They expanded the dim sum and crack seed offerings and added new items like mochi mooncakes. Everything in the bakery case, from the har gow to the manapua to the pineapple cakes, is made in-house, based on family recipes and those that Liana’s mom created and evolved

over time. Though Liana, 27, can help with the baking production, she hates its exactitude. Rather, she loves cooking— “I cook employee lunches,” she says—and she loves Chinatown. “It’s so authentic. I love Asian food, the fresh markets, the mom and pop shops.” She helps manage the bakery, from serving customers to buying supplies, and thinks it could use a remodel, but her mom is ultimately the boss. “She’s old school, and she still likes it how it is now.” A few years ago, Jie Mei purchased the Kaimukī Crack Seed Store after the previous owner retired, and has kept it basically the same. It’s understood that Liana will take over the businesses when her mom retires, but that’s still a long way away. “I love working with my mom and family, and I hope everybody lives forever,” she says. “Honestly, I don’t know how I’m gonna do it without my mom.”

1027 MAUNAKEA ST., (808) 531-6688, @SINGCHEONGYUANBAKERY

CHINESE GROCERY STORES pepper Chinatown, but none seem to straddle demographics like Sun Chong Grocery. It’s not so much a bridge, but more like a store with a split personality. There’s the Sun Chong on Instagram that also pops up at Nordstrom, marketing technicolor lemon peel candies and crack seed and bright seasonal fruit— mangoes, mangosteen and its famous Hilo Kaimana lychees. Then there’s the physical store on Hotel Street, where bins and boxes overflow with poufs of snow fungus, sheafs of dried squid, and resiny nuggets of peach sap, and shelves are crammed with Chinese teas, po chai pills and other Chinese medicines. “For the most part, it’s an organized mess,” says Louisa Sung, 33, whose mom, Ann Sung, and aunt, Shirley Ing, own the store. Louisa has a hard time editing down what to bring to the pop-ups at Nordstrom. Sisters Queena and Liana Fang of Sing Cheong Yuan Bakery 108 HONOLULUMAGAZINE.COM October 2022

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Sun Chong Grocery

Recently, for the Mid-Autumn Festival, she brought mooncakes and teas, and the department store also requested gummies and Kona King mangoes. “Every time I think of my layout, I’m like, does this even make sense? Mooncakes, teas, gummies, mangoes?” But what makes sense anymore? Sung remembers when Sun Chong used to sell a lot of oyster sauce. But now that Costco carries it, “we don’t even remember to order oyster sauce. The price just can’t compare to Costco.” After a recent Chinatown shooting, the shop was quiet for two weeks as people avoided the neighborhood, likely shopping instead at H Mart or other stores outside the neighborhood for their Asian food supplies. “Whenever there’s bad news, it affects our business,” she says. At least for jai, “all those ingredients you wouldn’t be able to find anywhere else. So we’re not worried about that. But it used to be your grandma would make it and then they would deliver to all the family and cousins. We don’t know if the younger generation would be willing to do things like that because we’re all so busy.” Throughout our conversation, she returns to jai, as if it’s a thread that can hold generations together. Her mom and aunt took over Sun Chong Grocery in 1983 from their uncle who started it a few years prior. They had come from Zhongshan, China, to join their father—their mother had passed away on the journey to Hawai‘i. “Just like any other small business, my cousins and my sisters and I grew up in the shop,” Louisa says. “We came to every Chinese New Year parade and worked summers.” She went to college in San Francisco and studied business. “I wanted to maybe try a real 9-to-5 career. But Hawai‘i is always home. And my mom has done a lot for me to send me to college and everything.” Returning to the family business felt like repaying her mother, she says. “But of course I enjoy the customers, and being able to continue the culture in our family. Something simple like making jai: I hear customers’ recipes and share ours. I think it makes it fun for them to come back every year. And everybody brings their kids and their grandkids. Every year we see another generation come in, and they want to learn how Popo makes this or how Popo makes that.”

A selection of Sun Chong’s crackseed

The bilingualism of Louisa, her mother and her aunt is one of Sun Chong’s greatest assets—they’re able to help Chinese speakers navigate English labels, and English speakers who need help with ingredients for a Chinese recipe on YouTube. While Louisa handles Sun Chong’s Instagram account, her mom grows a Chinese-speaking community on WeChat, posting store products along with pictures of her flowers at home. “They say good morning to each other there,” Louisa says. It’s essentially a 339-member (and counting) group chat, which is “cute, but I turned it off. I don’t know how you listen to those alerts at all hours of the day.” The pandemic precipitated Sun Chong’s social media accounts as well as its first website, and Louisa has ideas for more changes. But she faces the “same issue everyone has, things like old versus young.” Her mom and aunt, she says, aren’t ready for big change. She wants to renovate and reorganize, make the store not trendy exactly, but a touch more modern. “Just making it easier and more accessible, like if people want to try to recreate Popo’s recipe, we’d be the first place they think of to look for those ingredients. Good ingredients. I want to be able to keep that family grocery store vibe alive for the community.”

127 N. HOTEL ST., (808) 537-3525, SUNCHONGHI.COM, @SUNCHONGHI

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a New Year’s resolution: I’m going to volunteer more in 2023. Amid working from home and being more or less cooped up indoors for the past couple of years, I almost forgot how much fun it can be to give back—until Facebook “Memories” reminded me about the varied and unusual ways I used to volunteer. It started when I was a sophomore in high school. My French teacher offered extra credit for any student willing to help at Prevent Child Abuse Hawai‘i’s Breakfast with Santa. I was a terrible student (D+ average, très bad), constantly doodling on homework assignments and tests. My teacher figured I might as well draw for a good cause and asked if I’d paint Christmas characters on kids’ hands and faces. Despite my dubious artistic abilities, parents and children alike were stoked at seeing these little cartoons. I was, too. A few years later, when a friend volunteering with the Hawai‘i Book & Music Festival said event organizers needed someone to dress up as a cartoon mascot, I threw on a giant bulging head, plus a fuzzy jacket, pants and gloves to become Curious George. I may not have been able to see where I was going—handlers had to guide me and the other characters—but the kids seemed to love talking to “George” and watching my big head wobble as I tried to keep it upright. I left that day feeling like I had done some good. That wasn’t even the wildest costume I ever wore. That honor belongs to a screen-accurate replica of Batman’s suit from The Dark Knight, which a former business partner and I ordered as a promotional piece for a film client we were working with. It was designed by a company that specializes in protective motorcycle suits, and it looked and felt like the real deal. With slashresistant tactical gloves, steel-toe mining boots and a heavy flame-retardant black cape, I felt like I could actually go out and

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