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What Should We Do About Our Parents? As Hawai‘i’s population ages, younger generations are being tasked with caregiving.

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In honor of its milestone 40th birthday, we’ve dug through our archives to share the story that started La Tour Bakehouse’s rise to fame, penned by the late and great John Heckathorn.

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HE BEST FRENCH BREAD IN HONOLULU is baked by a Vietnamese in Chinatown. Thanh Quoc Lam turns out 1,400 to 1,600 small baguettes a day in the back room of his Ba-Le Sandwich Shop. Ba-Le is located at 150 N. King St., across from the Oahu Market, in that section of Chinatown which is rapidly turning into Little Saigon. The Chinese arrived in force to work the plantations nearly 150 years ago. Chinatown is the monument of their efforts to build a new life for themselves in Hawaii. Now Chinatown is being changed by the latest group of Hawaii’s immigrants scrambling to start life anew, the Vietnamese. Seven years ago, Lam, several of his brothers and his fiancee paid the Vietnamese government 10 ounces of gold per person for the privilege of boarding a 42-foot boat bound for Malaysia. They shared the small boat with 186 other refugees. “There was no more food, no room even to sit,” recalls Lam. “It was hard to sleep. You couldn’t stretch out. All you could do is close your eyes and pray you’d make it to land.” After four days and nights, the boat finally arrived in Malaysia. Lam went first to a refugee camp. “We were very lucky,” he recalls. “One of my brothers had left the year before, when there were less boat people and it was much easier to get into the U.S. That means I have family in the U.S., so I could go there too.” Lam ended up in San Jose, California, where he spent his first four months taking a cram course in English, “No one in my family speaks English. I knew if I was going to make it here, I have to learn.” He still speaks with an accent. If he really wants to make his point, he writes down the English word on a piece of paper. In California, Lam met the man who had owned a chain of Ba-Le sandwich shops in Vietnam and who was restarting his business in the U.S. “Ba-Le is a very famous name in my country,” says Lam, “like McDonald’s.” Lam came to Hawaii, shopped

for a location and opened the King Street shop in the summer of ’84. Lam is only 27. He looks even younger, partly because he is rail thin from starting work at 2 a.m. and not quitting until 7 at night. The Ba-Le is not just a bakery. It is a restaurant with a half-dozen bright orange and yellow plastic tables which Lam picked up second hand when Lyn’s Delicatessen shut down at Ala Moana Center last year. Ba-Le prepares a few Vietnamese delicacies, but most of the food has a decidedly

French accent. “The French,” Lam explains, “they ruled my country for 100 years. My countrymen speak French, eat French bread and love French food. I love it too.” From the counter in his small shop Lam does a brisk sandwich business. Originally he drew most of his customers from the Vietnamese in Chinatown, who already knew the Ba-Le name. But in the year and half he has been in business he has begun

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to draw office workers from downtown several blocks away. “We get many attorneys,” he says proudly—proving that even lawyers know a bargain when they see one. Lam sells his sandwiches for $2. If you buy five, he throws in the sixth one free. “People sometimes say, ‘How can you make money? You give your food away.’ Don’t worry, I say, I make money. I give one away free with five forever.” The sandwiches are large, each of them on an eight-inch loaf of Lam’s peerless bread. And not only is the bread his, he makes his own ingredients. The tasty French-style ham he steams himself. And the pate he whips up in his basement is a small miracle. It is a coarse, country-style pork liver pate, remarkably rich, heavily garlicked and spicy with black pepper. It is hard to imagine better—and if you’d rather take the pate home, Lam sells it for a bargain $2.50 a pound. Having discovered that not all Americans like pate, Lam has added to his menu a sliced chicken sandwich, Vietnamese style, with pickled daikon and carrot. He also makes a sausage he calls “steam pork,” a blend of pork and chicken with the processed texture of a turkey or chicken roll. It makes for an unchallenging, mild sandwich. More interesting and tastier is Lam’s Vietnamese manapua. Perhaps half of the thousands of manapua sold in Honolulu every day are junk—thick doughy wads wrapped round a minuscule dab of fatty char siu. Lam makes his manapua dough with milk. “Expensive,” he says, “but it tastes better.” He uses very little dough. His manapua are generously stuffed with a mix of chicken, pork, egg, Chinese sausage, onions, carrots, mushrooms and peas. During festival in Chinatown. Lam sells his manapua on the sidewalk. “When people see I charge a dollar for each, they say, no, no, no. I cut one in half, so they can see what’s inside, and they buy all I can make. I tell them this is America—you pay for what you get.”

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Actually, Lam’s policy seems to be to give the customer a little more than he or she pays for. The attention to quality shows up in little details—his iced coffee, for instance. Lam grinds dark French roast coffee beans and steams them in an expresso machine. The customer gets two glasses, one full of ice, and the other with the expresso floating on top of sweetened condensed milk. You mix the coffee and milk together and pour them over the ice. The result is a flavorful, sweet, highly potent brew, guaranteed to keep you from falling asleep during a slow afternoon. “This is the way people drink coffee in my country,” says Lam. “But the funny thing was, I never drank it there. Now I work so hard I drink five a day to keep awake.” Even though the imported coffee beans he uses are quite expensive, Lam seems apologetic that his iced coffee costs all of $1.25 a glass. But he brightens when he recalls, “Many, many people come here just to drink my coffee.” His customers have also discovered his large buttery croissants, which sell for 75 cents and make a good complement to the coffee. Lam would like to open more shops,

one for each of his three brothers who work with him. He’s negotiating for a spot on Fort Street Mall downtown and he’d like eventually to find a location near Pearlridge because he has many customers who drive in from the Leeward area to buy his food. But much as he likes the idea of a chain of Ba-Le sandwich shops, he figures his future lies in becoming the French bread king of Honolulu. He sells baguettes three for $1. Cheap as it is, Lam’s bread is amazing—soft, yet firm on the inside, with a crust that’s crispy without being hard. To stimulate sales, he’s also started making his loaves into garlic bread, pre-sliced, buttered and wrapped in foil. All the customer has to do is pop the loaf in a warm oven. “When you unwrap it,” claims Lam, “it smells so good, you have to eat it.” Not content with selling the bread out of his shop, Lam has begun a wholesale business. He provides bread for a half dozen Honolulu restaurants, including Separate Tables, Celia’s and Rascals. And he recently won a contract to sell his bread to the commissary at Hickam Air Force Base, and hopes Pearl Harbor will soon follow suit.

In order to take the military contracts, Lam had to buy himself a new oven. The $17,000 Pavailler oven from France is fully automated. It picks up an entire rack of bread and turns it so that it bakes evenly. It even sprays the loaves with steam so that they get that perfect, crispy crust. With his new oven, Lam can turn out 480 loaves an hour, but installing it wasn’t easy. He finally had to bring in an expert from New Jersey. The man charged $120 an hour for his labor. Fortunately, Lam says, he was fast. The main expense was flying him in from the East Coast and putting him up overnight. Lam’s goal—“When I get money,” he says—is to build his own bakery and warehouse and supply Oahu’s supermarkets with French bread. “I want to be like Love’s,” he insists. But becoming as large as Hawaii’s largest commercial bakery is a long way off for a man with a small storefront in Chinatown. In the meantime, he will keep working 17-hour days, stealing quick naps on the small cot he keeps in the basement by his sausage-making machines. “I work hard now, never take vacation. But later,” he vows, “I won’t have to work hard like this. You wait.”

DEAR HAWAI‘I, Thirty-seven years ago, John Heckathorn came to Ba-Le asking to write a story about me in HONOLULU Magazine. Little did I know, this story would change my life. After it published, so many people started coming to Ba-Le that I could barely keep up. That was the start of my success. I did not grow up with money. Ever since I was a kid in Vietnam, I’ve worked hard every day to support my family. I’ve made a lot of sacrifices, but I don’t regret it. Reading the story now, I get chicken skin. I didn’t get to enjoy life while I was young, but now I am living the American Dream. I’m able to take care of my family. I am able to give back to the community. I can even take vacation! If it weren’t for those who have supported us all this time, we would not be here today. That’s why it’s important to me to give back for as long as I can. For the future, I have three goals: keep our prices low, partner with more local businesses, and create more healthy breads for Hawai‘i to enjoy. So much can happen in 40 years, you never know what will change. But I believe everything is meant to be, and I am so grateful to be here with you. From the bottom of our hearts, my family and I thank you, Hawai‘i. MAHALO, THANH LAM

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Family Dynamics Caring for elderly parents is the norm here in Hawai‘i, with complicated family dynamics adding to our struggles.

O MANY PEOPLE IN HAWAI‘I, particularly boomers and

Gen Xers, are or will be caring for at least one of their parents. Just among our HONOLULU staff, five of us have parents needing help. What’s significant is that many of us involved in such caretaking are struggling— my sister and I included. When conversations about our parents come up, there’s often a concern we’re falling short, burning out and needing support. That’s what’s behind this month’s cover story, “What Should We Do About Our Parents?” What makes parental caregiving so tough is that it’s not just about the tasks. There’s often emotional baggage stemming from complicated family dynamics, and sadness from witnessing sharp physical and mental declines. My sister and I have been caring for our 87-year-old mother since she fractured her hip in the summer of 2022, had surgery, and still struggles to take steps. We have full-time home health aides who care for her during the day, but it’s still been difficult. Just a few years ago, my mother walked her dog 3 miles a day, took senior Zumba classes and picked up my daughter from school. Looking after kūpuna is a longstanding practice here in Hawai‘i. But what’s changed is that more family caregivers today have jobs outside the home. And as they juggle professional and personal responsibilities, it’s good to know that there are people and organizations here advocating for changes and additional resources. Reading about the Suzuki family, featured in this issue, was also heartening. Instead of focusing on what’s hard, t he Suzukis see a silver lining: Their family has grown closer, their bonds deeper. YEAR-END ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

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IT’S CLEAR from a conversation with founder Robby Seeger that this summer’s Epic Swim Maui wasn’t pursued for fun, recognition or money. The former champion windsurfer, a native of Germany who has lived on the island for some 37 years, passionately conveyed a higher purpose—to advocate for ocean health by bringing together some of the planet’s best open water swimmers for an ultra-challenging swim. He also wanted to draw attention to Native Hawaiian culture and the Islands’ Indigenous past. “I believe the culture of Hawai‘i, rooted in aloha, can help heal the world,” he says. “This is a very powerful place.” As an official United Nations project, the swim held in July took two years to plan and execute, receiving support from Maui County, the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority and other groups and individuals. During the event, legendary Hawai‘i waterman and Hōkūle‘a voyager Archie Kalepa led a team on boats and Jet Skis to keep the swimmers safe. “There’s been so much community support,” Seeger says, adding that his overall vision is to create an ongoing event, and that the 2024 event serves as the “proof of concept.” Videographers were on hand for the 13 days of swimming, and 20 days overall, and Seeger plans to turn their footage into a documentary. “We have 60 terabytes of footage, and we’ll be in production probably for the next four to six months,” he says. “The plan is to have a cut for [film] festivals next year. We want to reach as many people around the world as possible to partake in the conversation on ocean health.”

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AT THE 2024 WASZP GAMES, an elite

sailing competition held in Norway, Gavin Ball surprised the field when he raced to eighth place among 180 competitors in the solo men’s regatta. With his foiling feats, the 21-year-old from Hawai‘i Kai became the first American to break into the top 10 at the world championship event, which started in 2017. Two months later in October, he partnered with Pearl Lattanzi, also from Honolulu, at the FIV Foil International off the Italian island of Sardinia. Ball and Lattanzi, who herself placed fourth in the women’s division at the WASZP Games, ended up capturing the nation’s trophy event. Ball’s mother swam competitively in college and his father is a standout paddler and kayaker. But it wasn’t until Ball started sailing at age 12 at the Hawai‘i

Kai Boat Club that he found his niche. “I love the water, but I needed the freedom to do what I wanted to do,” he says. “A bunch of my friends had started sailing, so I started and really enjoyed it. It’s so freeing, and the only limit is how far you take it.” As a high school senior at Mid-Pac, he competed on the sailing team and helped capture the state championship. Two years ago, he decided to pursue the sport professionally, which he says has been exhilarating. “When there’s a breeze that’s just howling, and I have Foo Fighters songs running through my head, I’m just taking in everything and trying to eke every little bit of power out of the boat,” he says. Ultimately, he hopes to make the America’s Cup and SailGP teams—goals he’s steering toward at full speed. D E C E M B E R 2 0 2 4 /J A N U A R Y 2 0 2 5

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The flagship Waiāhole Poi Factory now has a country store in back selling branded merchandise along with clothing, accessories, food and crafts from local makers. waiaholepoifactory.com, @waiaholepoifactory

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The Japanese eatery with 70-plus outlets in Japan has opened inside Mitsuwa Marketplace in Waikīkī, serving its signature thick, dark Kanazawa-style curry with katsu on huge platters. gogocurry.com, @gogocurry.hawaii

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The trendy Chinese retailer opened its first Hawai‘i store at Pearlridge Center, offering a variety of household goods and toys featuring beloved characters from Sanrio, Disney, Peanuts and more. miniso.com, @miniso.usa

This holiday season, indulge in mixologist Sarah Stephens’ sumptuous creations. BY BRIE THALMANN

IF YOU’RE CELEBRATING the holidays sans alcohol, partaking in dry January or just don’t drink, we suggest scrolling Sarah Stephens’ Instagram (@foragingforcocktails) for her exquisite sips. The local mixologist has been sharing recipes for her tantalizing nonalcoholic mocktails, including this seasonal drink, featuring one of her Mōhala Expressions handcrafted syrups, made from invasive plants, fruits and flowers foraged on O‘ahu.

@mohalaexpressions Vined Passion Ingredients: • Purée from 1 liliko‘i (approx. 1-1.5 oz.) • 1.25 oz. fresh lemon juice • 1.5 oz. Mōhala Expressions Butterfly Ginger Blossom Syrup • 3 dashes Scrappy’s Bitters Firewater Bitters (can substitute chile pepper water)

For more of Stephens' mocktail recipes visit: honolulumagazine.com/ mocktail-recipes

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Kaimukī’s eclectic strip mall across from City Mill. Nola Café opened last summer with Cajun and Creole classics including jambalaya, gumbo and pulled pork po’ boys. An inventive menu of beignets includes original style (think Café du Monde but eggier and not as overboard with the powdered sugar), plus beignets with fillings like chocolate and ube, and savory ones stuffed with prosciutto and mozzarella or caprese with pesto. Tables with scrolled-iron chairs invite lingering over a latte and a bite—or a flight—of pillowy pastries. —Mari Taketa 3040 Wai‘alae Ave., (808) 737-0540, nolacafehnl.com, @nolacafehnl

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Snap! Crack (Seed)! and Pop! Take a sip back in time with Kalo and Cream’s crack seed-inspired sodas and syrups. BY THOMAS OBUNGEN

their jobs in 2023, they had to think fast about their next move. With experience in food service and specialty coffee, an idea bubbled up—a crack seed cream soda. They envisioned a drink for locals by locals, that would transport kama‘āina to small kid time at first sip. Kalo and Cream craft sodas and DIY syrups ($4 to $13) are now available around Hilo town and on O‘ahu. Flavors include li hing fruit punch, pickled mango and a kūlolo cream soda that retains a smoky, straight-fromthe-‘imu aroma. You’ll soon find these syrups in beverages at Drip Studio’s Downtown Honolulu café, as well as at pop-up markets through the holidays.

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The Fight Stuff Kekoa Collective’s art-forward jiu-jitsu gear.

too nice to toss, but not quite up to snuff. Instead of letting them gather dust, consider employing the talents of Made in Mānoa designer Wendy Hee, who takes apart outdated and underused handbags and remakes them into something fresh. The magic lies in Hee’s meticulous craftsmanship and creativity. In her hands, a tired Tory Burch tote becomes a chic envelope clutch, a Louis Vuitton trunk transforms into a sleek hobo style, and a Gucci carryall gets a glow up as a saddle bag. The eco-friendly practice keeps waste out of landfills and your outfits one of a kind. —Brie Thalmann madeinmanoa.com, @madeinmanoa

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isn’t something I usually turn to for fashion inspiration. But that’s changed since coming across Kekoa Collective, a local jiu-jitsu brand that’s been creating extremely cool uniforms. Traditionally, jiu-jitsu kimono are made of a heavy cotton in a few solid colors. But Kekoa Collective’s designers, Dewey Doan, Jeff Huang and Clifton Teshima, draw on their love of the Islands, surf and travel to feature aloha prints, playful sayings and lighter technical fabrics. They also team up with Hawai‘i artists on limitededition collabs. Lauren Robinson’s sustainability-focused Rematch collection included upcycled kimono, re-dyed and adorned with floral and checkered swatches. Jasper Wong, co-founder of Hawai‘i Walls (formerly Pow! Wow! Hawai‘i), dreamt up styles inspired by Japanese boro fashions, complete with patchwork and Japanese patterns. His capsule’s latest colorway drops Dec. 1, while collections with filmmakermuralist Chris Miyashiro and painter Summer Colmus debut in 2025. —BT

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“I like gifting Truffle and Pop Hawaiian Style Truffle and Arare Popcorn. I love watching people’s reactions when they try them.” —Bretman Rock, influencer

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are at the heart of Printer Lei, the latest exhibition from Honolulu Printmakers, a local nonprofit dedicated to supporting print art in Hawai‘i. Lei makers and cultural practitioners collaborated with print, Risograph and book artists to create works that share knowledge about the history of lei making in the Islands. View the resulting collection of posters, zines and sculptural lei forms starting Dec. 6 at Honolulu Printmakers’ Downtown studio. —BT

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Furutani hopes to enhance with a unique mat that builds on a standard yoga mat with a touch of Japanese architecture. The local yoga instructor-turned-designer’s mats feature a top layer of woven igusa, a type of dried grass used in traditional tatami floor coverings, prized for its comfort and calming woody scent. It also boasts humidifying and antibacterial properties that repel odors. Get centered on styles featuring colorful ombre, sakura and Southwestern patterns, or roll out a natural version trimmed in palaka or Japanese sashiko-print fabric. —BT

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“A Farm Link gift card makes it easy for me to purchase a wide variety of local goods and produce online.”

“VH07V tees are comfortable, super stylish and reflect the spirit of Hawai‘i.” —Stephanie Lum, evening news anchor, Hawai‘i News Now

—Colin Sato, chef, Mugen

“I’d gift Breadshop’s holiday special. Last year, it was pandan and black truffle pie—one of the best things I ever ate.”

“Slippers from Scott Hawai‘i—they know their roots and combine that with modern fashion and culture.”

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E-Bike Dangers

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The rise in accidents is especially concerning because incidents often involve children and young teens who aren’t supposed to be riding the motorized bicycles.

Dominica Rizzo raises a glass to stylish drinkware of the past.

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ularity, helping riders zoom to destinations at higher speeds with less exertion. But as more motorized bikes, scooters and skateboards hit our city’s roads, accidents are happening at an alarming rate. From Jan. 1 through early October 2024, Honolulu EMS responded to approximately 180 reports (via 911 calls) of injuries involving e-bikes, e-scooters or e-skateboards, according to Shayne Enright, spokesperson for the Honolulu Emergency Services Department. “We’ve seen a huge uptick in these types of calls in the last six months,” she says. “We’re getting one every couple of days. And as a department, we know we have a responsibility to offer precautionary and safety measures to try to keep people safe.” What’s especially troubling is that many accidents involve younger teens and children, even though it’s illegal in Hawai‘i for anyone under the age of 15 to operate an e-bike. On Sept. 8, for instance, a 14-yearold boy in the Mokulē‘ia area was seriously injured while riding an e-bike without a helmet; he was pinned under the pickup truck that hit him. Just nine days earlier, a 12-year-old girl on an e-bike crashed into a moped rider on an ‘Ewa Beach sidewalk, leaving both riders seriously injured. Because many younger riders aren’t old enough to drive, they often don’t know the rules of the road, making the situation even more dangerous. “Just the other day, we went to a 13-yearold, who was on an e-bike built like a dirt bike. He was popping wheelies, fell back,

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hit his head on the curb, and was seriously injured with a head injury,” Enright says. “This is what we want to prevent from happening. Children don’t understand the gravity of their actions. That’s why we don’t allow them to drive until an older age. Yet, we’re giving them these motorized machines.” Along with advocating for new e-bike legislation, a city task force has initiated an awareness campaign for both e-bike riders and parents who may not know about the state’s age and safety requirements, such as wearing a helmet, Honolulu EMS Paramedic Supervisor Sunny Johnson says. “I urge parents to really look at what they’re purchasing for their kids and see how fast these e-bikes can go,” Johnson says.

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POLKA-DOTTED HIGHBALL GLASSES discovered in Dia-

mond Head. Flamingo pink Champagne coupes unearthed in Mexico City. Smoky green crystal snifters brought over from Japan. “I probably have a couple hundred pieces at this point,” local interior designer Dominica Rizzo says of her vintage glassware collection, which extends to a handful of covetable punch bowls. Though culled from across the globe, most of her treasures were found in Hawai‘i. “I get everything from estate sales, thrift stores or vintage shops,” she says. The styles span decades, but Rizzo has a penchant for the midcentury aesthetic— think atomic age patterns, metallic overlays and sculptural silhouettes. “That’s when they started making really fun cocktails, and the glassware from that period is so colorful, funky and different,” she says. “Each piece was usually handblown or handmade.” They’re also primed for stylish soirées, which Rizzo has been known to throw. “I like to make it feel like you’re going to a party in the ’60s, and you’re getting this cute cocktail in this cute glass.” —Brie Thalmann, photo by IJfke Ridgley

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What Should We Do About Our Parents? As Hawai‘i’s population ages, younger generations are being tasked with caregiving. But the lack of resources poses significant challenges. by M A R Y V O R S I N O photos by A A R O N K . Y O S H I N O

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AN SUZUKI HAD A ST RA I N E D R E L ATIONSHIP with his parents while growing up. He still struggles at times to understand and get along with them, but says it was a “no-brainer” they’d move in with him when their health deteriorated. But before 85-year-old Doris and 95-year-old David Suzuki relocated, renovations were required. Dan says he and his wife, Taciana Suzuki, were “brought to their financial limits” making senior-friendly accessibility upgrades to their older East O‘ahu home. There were other considerations. Taciana, a respiratory therapist, knew her in-laws would need help during the day, so she reduced her work hours to prepare meals, administer medications and more. It was also Taciana who told her husband that if they were going to do this, they’d need to give their all. “I wanted to be present. I wanted to be here,” she says. “I wasn’t going to do it halfway.” Roughly a year later, everyone in the household has stepped up, including the Suzukis’ two children— 17-year-old Evelyn and 20-year-old Ramos—who help their mother with meals and keep their grandparents engaged through conversations and activities. Has it been easy? Not at all, Dan says with a chuckle. Every few minutes, Taciana jumps up to check the dinner she’s heating for her inlaws. Tasks never leave her mind. But has it been worth it? For Dan, who’s healed a scarred relationship with his parents—he now acknowledges they did the best they could— the answer is simple: Yes. “Our faith and our culture really tell us that we have to honor our parents,” he says. “We’re doing our best because it’s the right thing to do. But going about it is the challenging part. To take care of your aging parents, you’ve really got to know what you’re getting into. Going in with eyes open. There’s a better chance of succeeding if you’re a strong unit.” 24

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Taciana and Dan Suzuki say caring for Dan’s parents has been challenging, but healing.

“To take care of your aging parents, you’ve really got to know what you’re getting into. Going in with eyes open. There’s a better chance of succeeding if you’re a strong unit.” —DAN SUZUKI

MORE HAWAI‘I FAMILIES ARE CAREGIVING Tens of thousands of Hawai‘i households are riding the same roller-coaster, caring for aging parents or other relatives, and their numbers grow as the state’s population ages. In Hawai‘i, 1 in 5 residents are 65 or older; nationwide, it’s 1 in 6. And some 154,000 people in Hawai‘i count themselves as family caregivers, according to AARP, which estimates the value of their unpaid work at $2.6 billion annually. The figures are important because the vast majority of Hawai‘i seniors are cared for at home by family. That’s partly linked to Asian and Pacific Islander cultures and long-standing beliefs that elders should be respected and looked after by younger generations. It’s also a product of the state’s high cost of living. Families here are accustomed to multigenerational living and caring for elderly relatives because it’s more affordable. Long-term facilities also aren’t feasible if funds are limited or there isn’t insurance to cover it. And even if family caregivers can afford a

nursing home or other type of residential care facility, they might face a long waitlist for a bed. The state has some 23 long-term care beds for every 1,000 people over 65, ranking 48th nationally on the metric. The national average is 47 beds per 1,000 people, figures show. A shortage of health care workers has exacerbated the problem, leaving some facilities unable to fill existing beds. While policymakers and advocates say taking care of seniors at home is the gold standard, as it contributes to a better quality of life for people as they age, it also presents unique problems for families, many of which struggle to make ends meet while trying to fulfill obligations both at home and at work. It’s why Hawai‘i’s Executive Office on Aging, the lead agency coordinating the state’s aging and caregiver services, is joining with organizations like AARP Hawai‘i and the Hawai‘i Family Caregiver Foundation to raise the alarm about burnout among caregivers and push for legislation to ease their burdens through a tax credit and expansions to family leave. D E C E M B E R 2 0 2 4 /J A N U A R Y 2 0 2 5

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OUR GRAYING POPULATION There’s particular urgency as Hawai‘i’s population ages. By 2040, the state estimates, roughly 25% of seniors in Hawai‘i will be 85 or older, from about 15% today. Hawai‘i faces “significant challenges” with its paid caregiving workforce, both in homes and facilities, says Poki‘i Balaz, a geriatric nurse practitioner at Kōkua Kalihi Valley Health Center and director of strategic initiatives at the Maryland-based Center for Innovation, which seeks to improve eldercare. To ensure family members can provide essential unpaid services, government and nonprofit organizations that serve communities need to provide additional support, Balaz says. And, she says, more people in Hawai‘i need to be encouraged to pursue caregiving careers. Balaz is a caregiver herself: Her father is in the end stages of Alzheimer’s disease and both of her parents live with her. “While discussing policy and organizational strategies is important, we must also focus on the experiences and needs of caregivers on the ground. Addressing these gaps is crucial.” Nicole Jorwic, chief of advocacy and policy for the national organization Caring Across Generations, says Hawai‘i is ahead of the curve in prioritizing eldercare, but agrees more should be done to support those providing it. “We have left family caregivers on their own with impossible choices between working so they can pay their bills and caring for their loved ones,” she says.

Her organization is advocating for increased Medicaid funding so seniors can receive more help at home.

LOOKING AFTER PARENTS WHILE JUGGLING BUSY LIVES Parent caregiving most frequently falls on the “sandwich generation—30- to 55-year-olds who are often raising children and building careers of their own, according to Caroline Cadirao, director of Hawai‘i’s Executive Office on Aging. Looking after an aging parent on top of everything else, she says, can be overwhelming and isolating, especially for someone who might not be getting additional support. She speaks from experience. Cadirao is the primary caregiver for her 89-year-old father, who has dementia, and her 82-year-old mother. She says adult day care for her father is a “godsend” and that it gives her peace of mind while she’s at work. Previously, he was staying at home during the day under her mother’s care. “My mom was pulling out her hair,” Cadirao says. Cadirao’s personal challenges helped inform her advocacy, including a call to provide a stronger support network for families. She says it’s essential for Hawai‘i to offer more respite and adult day care services and to boost awareness of the programs that are available. Every family’s situation is unique when it comes to eldercare. While some caregivers see their responsibilities increase progressively as their loved ones age, others reach a breaking point, especially after a par-

By 2040, the state estimates, roughly 25% of seniors in Hawai‘i will be 85 or older, from about 15% today.

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ent or relative suffers a serious health issue. Families, especially primary caregivers, must be ready for either scenario, Cadirao says, but most aren’t.“That’s the hard part: opening up that discussion to find out what their wishes are. I think it’s important, especially if cognition is starting to slip. We get a lot of calls from people and sometimes, they’re at their breaking point and we feel so bad.”

A SUDDEN LIFE CHANGE Taciana Suzuki pored over parenting books before she had her children. She got no such guidance when it came to her in-laws. “It was learn on the job,” she quips, adding that it hasn’t been easy. Along the way, there have been bumps. Her fatherin-law once forgot to turn off the stove. Meanwhile, her mother-inlaw suffers from osteoporosis, uses a walker and is prone to falling. “I have to have patience with them,” Suzuki says, “and still have to be there for my kids.” What buoys her spirits is her in-laws’ gratitude. “They’re always thanking me,” she says. AARP Hawai‘i’s state director, Keali‘i Lopez, says the responsibility of caregiving most often falls on women, requiring some to reduce their work hours or quit their jobs, which can cause financial hardships. It also can derail careers or negatively impact retirement savings and future Social Security payments. In some ways, the pandemic offered some caregivers a reprieve, allowing them to work from home while tending to family members. But many have been called back to work, and employers aren’t required to accommodate employees with adult parents at home.

HOW GOVERNMENT CAN HELP FAMILIES Lopez and other advocates are pushing lawmakers to support a dramatic expansion of paid family leave to include caregivers of adults. According

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to AARP, only 13 states have or have HAWAI‘I’S HIGH COST OF passed government-mandated famLIVING ADDS TO DIFFICULTIES ily leave insurance programs, and Dean says one of the greatest finanHawai‘i is not one of them. Nor has it cial worries for local families is the instituted a voluntary opt-in for emlack of affordable housing. “Families ployers, now available in nine states. that are housing their kūpuna—ofWhen caregivers leave the worktentimes, they’re renting instead of force, employers lose talent and owning,” he explains, and that can be must allocate resources to train new a worrisome strain as rents rise or employees, Lopez says. Paid family if families are forced to relocate. He leave actually helps employers, she tells of families that decide to leave argues, by allowing a caregiver to the Islands because of the cost of livremain in the workforce once their ing; sometimes, he says, their eldersituation has stabilized. “If you can ly loved ones don’t want to move, so make it possible for an employee to they’re left behind. take time off to care for a loved one, Indeed, the that’s an employexodus of Hawai‘i ee who will stay,” families in search she says. of opportunities Hawai‘i lawand affordability makers made nais of enormous tional headlines concern in the in 2017 when caregiving comthey launched munity, and the the Kūpuna Carelack of affordable givers Program, housing is AARP which provides Hawai‘i’s top pol$70 a day to careicy priority, Logivers who work pez says. at least 30 hours Why? For one, a week. The mon“If our young peoey was designed ple keep leaving, to help them stay there won’t be in the workforce, folks here to care covering services for our loved ones like adult day care unless the young or paying for partpeople move back time home health home,” Lopez care workers. The —KEALI‘I LOPEZ says, adding that pilot program, those same young however, hasn’t people are the paid caregiving workbeen consistently funded and covers force today—and tomorrow. just a tiny fraction of the need. Kathy Wyatt, president of the Adult day care can typically range Hawai‘i Family Caregiver Coalifrom $80 to $110 a day, while respite tion, says the shortage of workers in care, an overnight service for carecaregiving roles is already acute and givers, can cost upward of $450 a day, worsening. Wyatt is also president says Keola Dean, CEO at Lunalilo and founder of Hale Hau‘oli Hawai‘i, Home, a nursing home that also ofwhich provides adult day care at fers day and respite care. O‘ahu facilities. She often sees famThe charges soar for more inilies in over their heads, struggling tensive services, topping more than to make it day to day. “Caregiving is $100,000 a year on average for nursa wonderful thing,” she says. “But a ing home care, national figures show.

“If our young people keep leaving, there won’t be folks here to care for our loved ones unless the young people move back home.”

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huge percentage of caregivers don’t pay attention to their own health. That’s why I’m passionate about day care.” At Hale Hau‘oli Hawai‘i, “the caregiver gets some much-needed respite” and the person being cared for gets to be around their peers.

COMMUNICATION WITHIN A FAMILY IS KEY Lopez says family communication and planning can also ease the burden. Aging adults should prompt conversations with loved ones about their wishes and come up with a financial plan, she says. “Everyone knows they’re going to be getting older, but people don’t plan for it,” she says. “They aren’t thinking, ‘What’s going to happen if I’m going to need care? How

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do I ensure my family is prepared?’” AARP Hawai‘i offers workshops throughout the year to help seniors and their families navigate such conversations. Lopez says organizations, from Catholic Charities Hawai‘i to the Alzheimer’s Association, are also ready to lend support with everything from medical directives to daily needs. It’s difficult to talk to an aging parent about finances and end-oflife choices, but those discussions are critical to easing any hardships or emotional distress later, says Patricia Mayes, Lunalilo Home’s director of nursing. To help families determine the services needed, and what’s available, Lunalilo conducts in-home assessments. “It’s important to plan for

the care and assistance we’ll need as we continue to age—and with a plan designed to fit our lifestyle and our choices,” Mayes says. “It’s never too early to start considering what’s right for you and start looking at how you’ll fund that long-term care.” Lopez says by eliminating stress, families can focus on the special joy of helping a loved one. She advocates for younger family members, especially teens, to lend a hand. “One of the things we try to do is protect our children from having the burden of caring for their grandparents, and I think that’s a mistake,” she says, adding that her own children help with care. Before Lopez’s mother died in 2023, she had dementia and other health problems that required roundthe-clock vigilance at home. “Mom

Taciana Suzuki prepares a meal for her mother-in-law.

wasn’t the easiest,” Lopez says. “But we had the wonderful, wonderful pleasure of being able to interact with her all the time.”

CHANGES FOR THE BETTER The Suzukis have a newfound appreciation for their circumstances as well. Dan Suzuki attests to growing as a person. And while he can’t change his parents, he understands them better. “No matter what I tell my parents, they’re going to be the same people that they were yesterday, 10 years ago, a month from now,” he says. “I have to accept them for who they are. I know who they are. So, it’s really about me changing myself, my temperament.” The youngest Suzuki, Evelyn, also sees the positives of living as an extended family and helping her mom with meals, laundry, whatever she can do. For one thing, she’s become more tolerant of those with different opinions. She describes her grandparents as “very conservative” and used to doing things traditionally. While she doesn’t always agree with them, she’s come to enjoy the “small things,” like chatting with her grandmother. Taciana Suzuki relishes those moments, too. After the breakfast dishes are cleared and medications are doled out, she carves out space for conversations. “We have to keep a schedule to get everything done. The days are busy,” she says. “But I still make time to share their stories or hear their experiences.” Says Dan: “We’re not holding hands and laughing every day at dinner. But this has been like a second chance to settle things. I want to limit my regrets in life, and while I’m messing up left and right, it’s a lot less these days. We’ve created an understanding.”

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AARP and AARP Hawai‘i offer a wealth of information, tips and resources for caregivers on their websites at aarp.org and states. aarp.org/hawaii. Caregivers can also call the organization at (877) 333-5885. AARP has a free online caregiving community, or you can join the AARP Family Caregivers Discussion Group on Facebook. You don’t have to be an AARP member to access resources. Aloha United Way’s 211 is a statewide help line that provides information and community referrals, including on eldercare. Call 211 or (808) 275-2000 seven days a week, from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., or visit auw211.org.

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Catholic Charities Hawai‘i offers in-home and communitybased services, including case management, friendly home visits, transportation and volunteer opportunities. Visit catholiccharitieshawaii.org or call (808) 521-4357 for more information.

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Download a guide for families caring for loved ones with dementia from the Hawai‘i Executive Office on Aging’s website at hawaiiadrc.org /caregiver-resources.

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The city’s Elderly Affairs Division offers a free Senior Information & Assistance Handbook that can be downloaded at elderlyaffairs.com/ publications.

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Visit the U.S. Administration on Aging’s Eldercare Locator, a free service to link you to state and local agencies that serve older adults and their caregivers. acl.gov/programs/supportcaregivers/national-familycaregiver-support-program Caregivers in Hawai‘i may be eligible for free individual counseling, caregiver support groups, caregiver training, respite care and other supplemental services through the National Family Caregiver Support Program. Call the Hawai‘i Aging and Disability Center at (808) 643-2372 for eligibility requirements and more information. The Kūpuna Caregivers Program provides assistance to Hawai‘i caregivers who are employed at least 30 hours per week. Recipients may receive up to $210 worth of Kūpuna Caregiver services weekly, including adult day care, assisted transportation, chore help, home-delivered meals and other services. Funds are paid directly to the service provider. Call the Hawai‘i Aging and Disability Center at (808) 643-2372 for eligibility requirements and more information. Eligible seniors can use MedQUEST, Hawai‘i’s Medicaid program, to access communitybased services. Visit medquest. hawaii.gov for more information.

ON HOW TO GET STARTED AS A FAMILY CAREGIVER

Don’t go it alone: Being a family caregiver can be exhausting and intense; look to fellow caregivers to show you the way. Build a support network: Enlist family, friends and community members who are willing to assist with caregiving tasks. Accept offers of help and ask for what you need. Download free apps to get organized and find support: CaringBridge, Caring Village and Medisafe are good options. Learn how to get paid to be a caregiver for a family member: Medicaid and veterans’ programs can help alleviate the financial burden of family caregiving. Get paperwork organized: Organizing medical information and legal documents provides peace of mind. Know your limits: Although it isn’t easy, sometimes being a great family caregiver means knowing when it’s time to seek professional help to care for your loved one. Take time for yourself when possible.

Arcadia Family of Companies All Options for Senior Living

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MaryAnn, Avin and Viva Oshiro, 15 Craigside Residents

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.

Leroy Chang, 15 Craigside Resident, and Photography Club

Whether older adults prefer a community setting or wish to age in place at home, the Arcadia Family of Companies is committed to serving and protecting Hawaii’s kupuna through a full spectrum of quality services.

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Life Plan Communities Arcadia celebrates 57 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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them by name. While at home, they also receive personal care coordination during emergency and planned medical events, alleviating the stress of navigating the complex healthcare system. An Arcadia At Home Membership is truly the best of both worlds.

Arcadia Adult Day Care & Day Health Center at Central Union Church

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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Prevent common problems:

Gum disease (68%) and dry mouth (30%) are widespread among Americans 65 and older. In addition, people over 65 are more susceptible to oral cancer. 2. Access quality dentists

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More than 1 in every 4 seniors have not visited their dentist in the last five years. A dental plan from HDS makes it simple to choose a local dentist from the largest network in Hawai‘i, Guam and Saipan.

Dental insurance typically covers services from routine cleanings and checkups to major procedures – so you can take control of your health and be prepared for unforeseen expenses.

CHOOSE A DENTAL PLAN THAT’S RIGHT FOR YOU Research Dental Insurance Companies There are many factors to consider when choosing a dental insurance company. Choose a company with a good reputation, affordable dental plans, and coverage for a range of treatment options.

Access To Quality Dentists There are a lot of benefits to being a part of a larger dental network, such as the ability to choose from a large pool of dentists and the increased likelihood of being able to stay in-network should you need to find a new dentist. With an HDS dental plan, you have access to the largest network of dentists in Hawai‘i, Guam and Saipan, as well as the U.S. Mainland.

Ensure Coverage Meets Your Oral Health Needs 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. 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.

For more information on dental plans:

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

DENTAL CARE THROUGH MEDICAID OR MEDICARE 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 (808) 792-1070 or toll-free at 1-888-792-1070, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. HDS also partners with WellCare by ‘Ohana Health Plan, AlohaCare, and Kaiser Permanente to provide dental benefits for their Medicare Advantage plans.

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Aloha, Caring for our friends, families, and neighbors has been HMSA’s mission since we opened our doors in 1938. More than 86 years later, we continue to support the people of Hawaii with quality health care at every stage of life. As Hawaii’s aging population continues to grow, HMSA is proud to be a sponsor of HONOLULU Magazine’s 2025 Kūpuna Resource Guide. Whether you’re a kupuna navigating life changes or a caregiver supporting a loved one, the guide provides tools and resources to help you along the way. If you have questions about Medicare and our health plans, programs, and services, we’re here for you. Visit us at an HMSA Center in Hilo, Honolulu, Kahului, Lihue, or Pearl City. For locations and hours, visit hmsa.com/contact. We’re here for you and we look forward to welcoming you at our centers. Mahalo, Mark M. Mugiishi, M.D., F.A.C.S. President and Chief Executive Oﬀicer

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40 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. 40 Care for Caregivers Education and support for caregivers. 42 Community Services Information and referral services, senior clubs and organizations, and volunteer opportunities. 42 Enrichment Education, exercise and senior centers.

45 Financial Help understanding public beneﬁts, money management, fraud, social security and ﬁnancial assistance. 46 Food Food banks and meal services. 47 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. 49 Housing Information on homelessness, housing searches and nursing homes.

50 Identiﬁcation Where to get ID cards and more. 51 Legal Advance directives and legal services. 52 Speciﬁc Audiences Alzheimer’s assistance; assistive technology; services for the blind, deaf and visually/hearing impaired; and veterans. 52 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. The following resource centers 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 Hawai‘i

Catholic Charities Hawai‘i

AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization dedicated to empowering adults 50 years and older and their ‘ohana. With 150,000 members in the Islands, AARP provides opportunities for seniors to choose how they live as they age by holding activities and events, as well as sharing practical resources, such as the Kūpuna Digital Resource Directory (hiphi.org/kupuna-digital-inclusion-workgroup) to help older adults access the internet. Membership includes access to community referrals, support and practical resources on caregiving, financial security, fighting fraud and much more.

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 provides help for a variety of needs, including emergency financial assistance grants and housing. In 2023, it provided information and referrals to more than 87,000 people through its help line. 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.

Aloha United Way Information and Referral Service (2-1-1) 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. One of its most useful resources is its 211 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 and much more. The help line is open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. seven days a week.

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City and County of Honolulu, Elderly Affairs Division The Elderly Affairs Division was created to plan, support and advocate for programs that promote the well-being of older adults and caregivers in our community. It partners with other organizations to provide caregiver services, including educational presentations and training opportunities for informal family caregivers, with the goal of addressing and responding to the priority needs of all seniors.

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

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State Health Insurance Assistance Program, Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, Healthy Aging Partnership, and In-Home and Community-Based Services.

Hawai‘i Aging and Disability Resource Center 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.

HMSA The Hawai‘i Medical Service Association (HMSA) is dedicated to caring for the people of Hawaii. Since 1938, HMSA has worked to improve the lives of our members and advance the health of families and communities statewide. HMSA Medicare Advantage plans offer kūpuna access to quality health plans at low costs. In addition, HMSA provides free Medicare workshops, in-person customer service at HMSA Centers, and well-being and preventive care programs that support kūpuna on their health care journey. Visit hmsa.com/well-being for health resources or

hmsa.com/medicare for information about HMSA Medicare Advantage. HMSA. For the good times, for the tough times, for lifetimes.

Kūpuna Care Pair Kūpuna Care Pair helps families compare and connect with more than 14,000 care services and facilities in Hawai‘i. Sign up for a free account to view the listings in a comprehensive map. The website also offers blogs about what you should know about elderly care and recordings of its past seminars.

KūpunaWiki Every Saturday at 1:30 p.m. and Sunday at 10 a.m., tune in to AM690 or FM 94.3 for the KūpunaWiki Radio Show, answering your questions about real estate, finance, estate planning, senior housing, and health and wellness for older adults. You can listen to past shows, watch seminars or read blogs on these topics on its website.

Our Kūpuna More than 40,000 volunteer hours have gone in to helping more than 500 kūpuna since 2020, with more than 50,000 bags of groceries, medication and other necessities going to those in need. Started as a response to the pandemic, Our Kūpuna has grown to include socializing and wellness opportunities, such as virtual yoga, pen pal letters and weekly phone calls with volunteers.

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AARP Hawai‘i 1001 Bishop St., Suite 625 1-866-295-7282 hiaarp@aarp.org aarp.org/hi Aloha United Way Information and Referral Service (2-1-1) 200 N. Vineyard Blvd., Suite 700 211, (808) 275-2000 info211@auw.org auw211.org Catholic Charities Hawai‘i 1822 Ke‘eaumoku St. (808) 521-4357 info@catholiccharities hawaii.org catholiccharitieshawaii.org City & County of Honolulu, Elderly Affairs Division 925 Dillingham Blvd., Suite 200 (808) 768-7700 elderlyaffairs.com Executive Office on Aging 250 S. Hotel St., Suite 406 (808) 586-0100 eoa@doh.hawaii.gov health.hawaii.gov/eoa Hawai‘i Aging & Disability Resource Center 250 S. Hotel St., Suite 406 (808) 643-2372 adrc@doh.hawaii.gov hawaiiadrc.org

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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 Maui County 95 Mahalani St., Room 20, Wailuku (808) 270-7774 aging@mauicounty.gov mauicountyadrc.org HMSA’s Advance Care Planning Guide hmsa.com/well-being HMSA’s Complex Case Management Program Monday–Friday: 8 a.m.– 5 p.m. 1-855-329-5461, option 1 hmsa.com/well-being/ complex-case-management HMSA’s Condition Care Program hmsa.com/well-being/ condition-care-program HMSA’s Health and Well-Being Support hmsa.com/well-being/ health-well-being-support HMSA’s Health Coaching Monday–Friday: 8 a.m.– 5 p.m. 1-855-329-5461 toll-free hmsa.com/well-being/ health-coaching

HMSA’s Medication Adherence Toolkit hmsa.com/well-being HMSA’s Online Care hmsa.com/well-being/ online-care HMSA’s Post Hospital Discharge Program Monday–Friday: 8 a.m.– 5 p.m. 1-855-329-5461, option 1 hmsa.com/well-being/ post-hospitaldischarge-program HMSA’s Supportive Care Program hmsa.com/well-being HMSA365 Monday–Friday: 8 a.m.– 5 p.m. 1-855-329-5461 toll-free TTY users, call 711 hmsa.com/well-being/ member-discounts/ hmsa365 Island Scene (808) 948-6839 feedback@islandscene.com islandscene.com Kūpuna Care Pair (808) 779-8871 hello@kupunacarepair.com kupunacarepair.com KūpunaWiki (808) 792-5188 kupunawiki.com

CARE FOR CAREGIVERS Caregiver Education AARP Hawai‘i Family Caregiving Resource Line 1001 Bishop St., Suite 625 1-866-295-7282 aarp.org/caregiving Caregiver Action Network 855-CARE-640 info@caregiveraction.org caregiveraction.org The Caregiver Foundation 926 Third St., Pearl City (808) 625-3782 info@thecaregiver foundation.org thecaregiverfoundation.org HMSA’s Caregiver Resources Guide hmsa.com/well-being Kōkua Kalihi Valley Elder Care Services 1846 Gulick Ave. (808) 848-0977 info@kkv.net kkv.net/elder St. Francis Caregiver Education and Training 2228 Liliha St., Suite 300 (808) 547-8138 info@stfrancishawaii.org www.stfrancishawaii.org/s

Our Kūpuna 111 Hekili St., Suite 102, Kailua (808) 215-0073 aloha@ourkupuna.com ourkupuna.com

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Caregiver Support Groups The Caregiver Foundation Support Groups 926 Third St., Pearl City (808) 625-3782 info@thecaregiver foundation.org thecaregiverfoundation. org/learn-more/ 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 windwardseniorday carecenter.org

COMMUNITY SERVICES Information and Referral Aloha United Way 200 N. Vineyard Blvd., Suite 700 (808) 536-1951 info211@auw.org auw.org

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Better Business Bureau of Hawai‘i Inc. 900 Fort St. Mall, #1310 (808) 536-6956, 1-877-222-6551 bbb.org/us/hi/honolulu

Hawai‘i State Teachers Association – Retired 1200 Ala Kapuna St. (808) 840-2258 hstaretired12@gmail.com hstaretired.org

City & County of Honolulu Department of Customer Services (808) 768-4385 csd@honolulu.gov honolulu.gov/csd

HGEA – Retirees Unit 888 Mililani St., Suite 401 (808) 543-0054 mtrask@hgea.org hgea.org/our-union/retirees

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 eldercarelocator@ USAging.org 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 Department of Parks & Recreation – Senior Citizen Section 1541 Kalākaua Ave. (808) 768-6893 dprseniorcitizens@ honolulu.gov honolulu.gov/ parks/program/ senior-citizen-program

Kōkua Council 20 S. Vineyard Blvd. (808) 768-7700 kokuacouncilHI@gmail.com kokuacouncil.blogspot.com NARFE – National Active & Retired Federal Employees 300 Ala Moana Blvd., Room 7-213 (808) 545-1071 narfe@aloha.net narfe.net/site/hi

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 Hawai‘i Long-Term Care Ombudsman 250 S. Hotel St., Suite 406 (808) 586-7268 info@hi-ltcombudsman.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) 768-7778 elderlyaffairs.com/rsvp

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 CONTINUED ON PAGE 4 4

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Christ Centered Community Church – Kūpuna Ministry 4211 Wai‘alae Ave., #1030 (808) 735-4370 info@c4.church c4.church

HMSA’s Health Education Workshops Monday–Friday: 8 a.m.– 5 p.m. 1-855-329-5461 toll-free hmsa.com/well-being/ workshops

Hawai‘i Literacy Inc. 245 N. Kukui St., Suite 202 (808) 537-6706 info@hawaiiliteracy.org hawaiiliteracy.org

Kapi‘olani Community College – Continuing Education & Training 4303 Diamond Head Road (808) 734-9211 kccocet@hawaii.edu continuinged.kapiolani. hawaii.edu

Hawai‘i State Public Library System Multiple locations (808) 586-3500 librarieshawaii.org

Kūpuna Education Center at KCC 4303 Diamond Head Road, Kōpiko Building, Room 123 (808) 734-9108 kupunaeducation @gmail.com continuinged.kapiolani. hawaii.edu/kupunaeducation-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, QLC, Room 413 (808) 956-4642 nakupuna@hawaii.edu sites.google.com/hawaii. edu/nk-program-fall-2024/ welcome-to-the-nkregistration The Emeritus College at Honolulu Community College 874 Dillingham Blvd., Building 2, Room 507 (808) 845-9296 pcatt.org/emeritus

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UH Mānoa – Center on Aging 2430 Campus Road, Gartley Hall, Suite 201B (808) 956-5001 uhcoa@hawaii.edu manoa.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 UH Mānoa – Outreach College Professional Programs Temporary address: 1960 East-West Road, BioMed Building, Room B210 (808) 956-7221 ochelp@hawaii.edu outreach.hawaii.edu UH West O‘ahu 91-1001 Farrington Highway, Kapolei (808) 689-2800 uhwo.admissions@ hawaii.edu westoahu.hawaii.edu Windward Community College 45-720 Kea‘ahala Road, Kāne‘ohe (808) 235-7400 wccocet@hawaii.edu windward.hawaii.edu

Exercise Arthritis Foundation, Hawai‘i Branch P.O. Box: 1050 Queen St., Suite 100, #328 (808) 354-0475 jschack@arthritis.org arthritis.org/local-offices/hi

Department of Parks & Recreation – Therapeutic Recreation Unit 1000 Ulu‘ōhi‘a St., Suite 309, Kapolei (808) 768-3027 parks-tru@honolulu.gov honolulu.gov/parks/ program/182-site-dprcat/1693-tru.html Kōkua Kalihi Valley Elder Care Services 1846 Gulick Ave. (808) 848-0977 info@kkv.net kkv.net Kroc Center Hawai‘i 91-3257 Kualaka‘i Parkway, ‘Ewa Beach (808) 682-5505 info@kroccenterhawaii.org kroccenterhawaii.org Still & Moving Center 1024 Queen St. (808) 397-7678 info@stillandmovingcenter. com stillandmovingcenter.com YMCA Exercise Program – Kaimukī-Wai‘alae 4835 Kīlauea Ave. (808) 737-5544 info@ymcahonolulu.org ymcahonolulu.org/ locations/kaimuki-waialae YMCA Exercise Program – Kalihi 1335 Kalihi St. (808) 848-2494 info@ymcahonolulu.org ymcahonolulu.org/ locations/kalihi-y

YMCA Exercise Program – Leeward 94-440 Mokuola St., Waipahu (808) 691-6495 info@ymcahonolulu.org ymcahonolulu.org/ locations/leeward-y YMCA Exercise Program – Mililani West O‘ahu Y 95-1190 Hikikikaulia St., Mililani (808) 625-1040 info@ymcahonolulu.org ymcahonolulu. org/locations/ mililani-west-oahu-y YMCA Exercise Program – Nu‘uanu 1441 Pali Highway (808) 536-3556 info@ymcahonolulu.org ymcahonolulu.org/ locations/nuuanu-y YMCA Exercise Program – Windward 1200 Kailua Road, Kailua (808) 261-0808 info@ymcahonolulu.org ymcahonolulu.org/ locations/windward-y

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) 768-6847

Kapahulu Center 3410 Campbell Ave. (808) 737-1748 information@ kapahulucenter.org kapahulucenter.org Makua Ali‘i Senior Center 1541 Kalākaua Ave. (808) 768-6893 parks@honolulu.gov honolulu.gov/parks Mō‘ili‘ili Senior Center 2535 S. King St. (808) 955-1555 office@moiliilicc.org moiliilicc.org 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

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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 1-888-641-8722 lifelinetips@fcc.gov lifelinesupport.org Med-QUEST Division 1350 S. King St., Suite 200 1-800-316-8005, (808) 524-3370 HCSBInquiries@ dhs.hawaii.gov medquest.hawaii.gov Kapolei Service Center 601 Kamokila Blvd., Room 415, Kapolei Waipahu Service Center 94-275 Mokuola St., Suite 301, Waipahu Salvation Army 2950 Mānoa Road (808) 988-2136 aloha.hawaii@usw. salvationarmy.org hawaii.salvationarmy.org

Financial Fraud, Exploitation & Scams DCCA – Securities Fraud Hotline 335 Merchant St. (808) 587-2267 sc@dcca.hawaii.gov cca.hawaii.gov/sec

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Department of Commerce & Consumer Affairs – Insurance Fraud Unit Hotline (808) 587-7416 dcca@dcca.hawaii.gov cca.hawaii.gov/ ins/other_ins/ fraud_referral_form Department of the Attorney General – Medicaid Fraud Control Unit 425 Queen St. (808) 586-1058 hawaiiag@hawaii.gov ag.hawaii.gov/cjd/ medicaid-fraud-control-unit Honolulu Police Department – Criminal Investigation Division 801 S. Beretania St., CID (808) 723-3609 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 3675 Kīlauea Ave. 808-733-8326 dwayne.lopes@doh. hawaii.gov cpsc.gov

Money Management The Caregiver Foundation 926 Third St., Pearl City (808) 625-3782 info@thecaregiver foundation.org thecaregiverfoundation.org CSI Trust Company 1001 Bishop St., Suite 2305 (808) 538-0353 daniels@csihawaii.org csitrustcompany.org

Public Benefits AARP Benefits Quick Link 1001 Bishop St., Suite 625 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 socialsecurity.gov 970 Manawai St., Kapolei

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. 550 Pai‘ea St., Suite 226 (808) 535-6700 info@alulike.org alulike.org Arcadia Home Health Services 1660 S. Beretania St., Suite 101 (808) 983-5900 info@arcadia.org arcadia.org Hawai‘i Meals on Wheels 2728 Huapala St., Suite 209 (808) 988-6747 info@hmow.org hmow.org Keiki to Kūpuna 94-252 Pupuole St., Waipahu (808) 677-0067 keikitokupuna@gmail.com keikitokupuna.org Lanakila Meals on Wheels 1809 Bachelot St. (808) 356-8519 mow@lanakilapacific.org lanakilapacific.org Lunalilo Meal Service 501 Kekāuluohi St. (808) 395-1000 ext. 234 meals@lunalilo.org lunalilo.org/services/ meals-to-go

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Mom’s Meals Multiple locations 1-877-508-6667 momsmeals.com Pālolo Chinese Home Meals-to-Go 2459 10th Ave. (808) 739-6031 info@palolohome.org palolohome.org

HOME AND COMMUNITY LONGTERM CARE SERVICES Adult Day Care Aged to Perfection Adult Day Care Centers 94-330 Mokuola St., Waipahu (808) 622-4717 agedtoperfection hawaii.com 1445 California Ave., Wahiawā Ann Pearl Adult Day Health 45-181 Waikalua Road, Kāne‘ohe (808) 247-8558 admissions@ ohanapacific.com ohanapacific.com/ ann-pearl-adult-day-health Beckwith Hillside Adult Day Care 2375 Beckwith St. (808) 953-9642 info@beckwithhillside.com Casamina Adult Day Care 1426 Ala Napunani St. (808) 839-9733 acmina808@gmail.com

Central Union Church – ADC & ADH Center 1660 S. Beretania St. (808) 983-5910 info@centralunion church.org centralunionchurch.org Evergreen Adult Day Care Centers 1500 Kapi‘olani Blvd., Suite 102E (808) 946-7505 info@evergreen hawaiiadc.com evergreenhawaiiadc.com 825 Ke‘eaumoku St., Suite 113 Furukawa Living Treasure Day Care Centers 1449 Brigham St. (808) 203-7826 furukawalivingtreasure1@ gmail.com furukawaliving treasurecom.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 hulumakua408@gmail.com Kuakini Adult Day Care at St. Timothy’s Church 98-939 Moanalua Road, ‘Aiea (808) 547-9534 kuakini.org Live Well at Iwilei by Kāhala Nui – Adult Day Care 888 Iwilei Road, Suite 105 (808) 218-7777 livewellhi.org

Lotus Adult Day Care Center 99-186 Puakala St., ‘Aiea (808) 486-5050 lotusadultdaycare@ hawaiiantel.biz Lunalilo Home 501 Kekāuluohi St. (808) 395-1000 info@lunalilo.org lunalilo.org Mililani Hale – Adult Day Care 95-257 Kaloapau St., Mililani (808) 457-8623 lemetraca.white.adc @gmail.com mililanihongwanji.org/ adult-day-care

Pālolo Chinese Home 2459 10th Ave. (808) 737-2555 info@palolohome.org palolohome.org Sakura House – Adult Day Care 1666 Mott Smith Drive (808) 536-1112 sakurahousehonolulu @gmail.com fine-m.com/ sakurahousehawaii Salvation Army – Adult Day Care & Day Health 296 N. Vineyard Blvd. (808) 521-6553 seniorcare2.salvationarmy. org/adult_day_health_ services_hawaii CONTINUED ON PAGE 48

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Seagull Schools Adult Day Center 531 Farrington Highway, Kapolei (808) 674-1160 adc@seagullschools.org seagullschools.org/ adultdaycenter Waipahu Hongwanji Mission – Adult Day Care 94-821 Kuhaulua St., Waipahu (808) 678-1770 WHMADCC@hawaii.rr.com adultdaycarehawaii.org Windward Senior Day Care Center 77 N. Kainalu Drive, Kailua (808) 261-4947 wsdcckailua@gmail.com windwardseniordaycare center.org

Adult Day Health Ann Pearl Adult Day Health 45-181 Waikalua Road, Kāne‘ohe (808) 247-8558 admissions@ ohanapacific.com ohanapacific.com/ ann-pearl-adult-day-health Lē‘ahi – Adult Day Health Center 3675 Kīlauea Ave. (808) 733-7955 vgonzales@hhsc.org leahi.hhsc.org Maluhia – Adult Day Health 1027 Hala Drive (808) 832-6130 MaluhiaADHC@hhsc.org maluhia.hhsc.org

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Salvation Army – Adult Day Care & Day Health 296 N. Vineyard Blvd. (808) 521-6553 seniorcare2.salvationarmy. org/adult_day_health_ services_hawaii

Case Management Hawai‘i Health & Harm Reduction Center 677 Ala Moana Blvd., Suite 226 (808) 521-2437 info@hhhrc.org hhhrc.org Ho‘okele Home Care 820 Mililani St., Suite 711 (808) 457-1655 info@hookelehealth.com hookelehomecare.com Ho‘okele Home Care: Maui P.O. Box 532677, Kīhei (808) 877-6688 maryl@caregiversmaui.com hookelehomecare.com/ maui Ke Ola Mamo 321 N. Kuakini St., #308 (808) 440-6852 komclinicservices@ keolamamo.org keolamamo.org Kōkua Kalihi Valley Elder Care Services 1846 Gulick Ave. (808) 848-0977 info@kkv.net kkv.net

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Home Health Agencies Adventist Health – Castle Home Care 45-045 Kamehameha Highway, HPU Annex, Kāne‘ohe (808) 263-5077 callcenter@ah.org adventisthealth.org/ home-care-services/ locations/castle

Arcadia Home Health Services 1660 S. Beretania St. (808) 983-5900 info@arcadia.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) 591-6068 info@bayada.com bayada.com/home-health/ locations/hi/honolulu/615piikoi-street-suite-601/10398 Care Resource Hawai‘i 680 Iwilei Road, Suite 490 (808) 599-4999 infocrh@queens.org careresourcehawaii.org Kaiser Home Health Agency 2228 Liliha St, Suite 209 (808) 531-0050 healthy.kaiser permanente.org/hawaii/ facilities/home-healthhonolulu-139429 Kōkua Care 3184 Wai‘alae Ave., B (808) 396-9555 info@kokuacare.com kokuacare.com/forms/ our-services Lou’s Quality HHC Services LLC 95-212 Wailawa St., Mililani (808) 623-7109 office@louscare.com lqhhcs.net

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Mastercare Homecare & Healthcare 1314 S. King St., Suite 856 (808) 597-1564 hr@gomastercare.com gomastercare.com

Pālolo Chinese Home – Home Cleaning Service 2459 10th Ave. (808) 748-7994 ext. 209 info@palolohome.org palolohome.org

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Safe Harbor Homecare Inc. 450 Kamehameha Highway, Suite 3, Pearl City (808) 488-8826 info@safeharbor homecare.net safeharborhomecare.net Wilson Homecare 711 Kapi‘olani Blvd., Suite 450 (808) 596-4486 info@wilsoncare.com wilsoncare.com

Home Services Adult Intake Unit: Department of Human Services (for low-income SSI and Medicaid-eligible) 420 Waiakamilo Road, Suite 202 (808) 832-5115 dhs@dhs.hawaii.gov humanservices.hawaii.gov Ho‘okele Home Care 820 Mililani St., Suite 711 (808) 457-1655 info@hookelehealth.com hookelehomecare.com Ho‘okele Home Care: Maui P.O. Box 532677, Kīhei (808) 877-6688 maryl@caregiversmaui.com hookelehomecare.com/ maui

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HOUSING Homelessness & Shelters Institute for Human Services Men’s Shelter 350 Sumner St. (808) 447-2900 info@ihshawaii.org ihshawaii.org Institute for Human Services Women’s Shelter 546 Ka‘ahi St. (808) 447-2800 info@ihshawaii.org ihshawaii.org

Wai‘anae Community Outreach P.O. Box 1912, Wai‘anae (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

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HUD – Department of Housing and Urban Development 1003 Bishop St., Suite 2100 (808) 457-4662 HI_Webmanager@hud.gov hud.gov/states/hawaii/ homeownership/seniors

Nursing Homes 15 Craigside 15 Craigside Place (808) 533-5437 info@arcadia.org arcadia.org/15-craigside 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.org arcadia.org Avalon Care Center – Honolulu LLC 1930 Kamehameha IV Road (808) 847-4834 avalonhealthcare.com/ honolulu Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Care Center at Pohai Nani 45-090 Namoku St., Kāne‘ohe (808) 247-1670 Hale Ho Aloha 2670 Pacific Heights Road (808) 524-1955 info@halehoaloha.com halehoaloha.com 50

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Hale Mālamalama 6163 Summer St. (808) 396-0537 info@hmnursing.com hmnursing.com Hale Nani Rehabilitation & Nursing Center 1677 Pensacola St. (808) 537-3371 info@halenanincc.com halenanincc.com Hale Ola Kino at One Kalākaua 1314 Kalākaua Ave., Second Floor (808) 983-4444 info@haleolakino.com arcadia.org/skilled-nursing/ hale-ola-kino Hi‘olani Care Center at Kāhala Nui 4389 Malia St. (808) 218-7014 kahalanui.com Islands Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation 1205 Alexander St. (808) 773-8700 info@islandsnr.com islandsnr.com Ka Punawai Ola 575 Farrington Highway, Kapolei (808) 674-9262 lcca.com/locations/hi/ ka-punawai-ola 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 Lē‘ahi Hospital & Nursing Home 3675 Kīlauea Ave. (808) 733-8000 vgonzales@hhsc.org leahi.hhsc.org Liliha Healthcare Center 1814 Liliha St. (808) 537-9557 newfamilyhealthhi.com/ liliha-healthcare-center Maluhia – Adult Day Health 1027 Hala Drive (808) 832-5874 twon@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 info@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 info@oahucarefacility.com oahucarefacility.com

Pālolo Chinese Home 2459 10th Ave. (808) 737-2555 info@palolohome.org palolohome.org Pearl City Nursing Home 919 Lehua Ave., Pearl City (808) 687-3200 info@pearlcitynursing home.com pearlcitynursinghome.com Pu‘uwai ‘O Mākaha 84-390 Jade St. , Wai‘anae (808) 695-9508 admissions@ ohanapacific.com ohanapacific.com/ puuwai-o-makaha The Care Center of Honolulu 1900 Bachelot St. (808) 531-5302 info@ccoh.us ccoh.us The Villas at St. Francis 2230 Liliha St., Suite 500 (808) 547-6000 info@thevillashawaii.com thevillashawaii.com

IDENTIFICATION Alzheimer’s Association – Hawai‘i Chapter 677 Ala Moana Blvd., Suite 301 (808) 242-8636 alohainfo@alz.org alz.org/hawaii MedicAlert Foundation 1-800-432-5378 medicalert.org

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Ala Moana Center 1450 Ala Moana Blvd., Suite 1255 (808) 768-4300 honolulu.gov/csd/ satellite-city-hall Customer Service Department Information Line (808) 768-3798 honolulu.gov/csd Fort Street (Downtown) 1041 Nu‘uanu Ave., Suite A (808) 768-4103 honolulu.gov/csd/ satellite-city-hall Hawai‘i Kai Corporate Plaza 6600 Kalaniana‘ole Highway, Suite 101 (808) 768-4800 honolulu.gov/csd/ satellite-city-hall Kalihi-Kapālama Hale 925 Dillingham Blvd., Suite 102 (808) 768-4500 honolulu.gov/csd/ satellite-city-hall Kāne‘ohe 45-480 Kāne‘ohe Bay Drive, Suite C06, Kāne‘ohe (808) 768-4100 honolulu.gov/csd/ satellite-city-hall Kapolei Hale 1000 Ulu‘ōhiā St., #103, Kapolei (808) 768-3400 honolulu.gov/csd/ satellite-city-hall

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

Lawyer Referral & Information Service (808) 537-9140 lris@hsba.org hsba.org/HSBA_2020/ Public/LRIS.aspx

Mediation Center of the Pacific 1301 Young St., Second Floor (808) 521-6767 mediatehawaii.org

Wahiawā 330 N. Cane St., SCH, Wahiawā (808) 768-4700 honolulu.gov/csd/ satellite-city-hall

Legal Aid Society of Hawai‘i 924 Bethel St. (808) 536-4302 legalaidhawaii.org

Mental Health America of Hawai‘i 1136 Union Mall, Suite 208 (808) 521-1846 mentalhealthhawaii.org

Hawai‘i Long-Term Care Ombudsman 250 S. Hotel St., Suite 406 (808) 586-7268 info@hi-ltcombudsman.org hi-ltc-ombudsman.org

Nursing Homes Abuse (877) 260-2683 help@nursinghome abusecenter.com nursinghomeabuse center.com

Wai‘anae Neighborhood Community Center 85-670 Farrington Highway, Suite 4, Wai‘anae (808) 768-4900 honolulu.gov/csd/ satellite-city-hall

LEGAL Advance Directives, POLST, CCO & DNR Kōkua Mau P.O. Box 62155 (808) 585-9977 kokuamau.org University of Hawai‘i Elder Law Program 2515 Dole St., Room 201 (808) 956-6544 hawaii.edu/uhelp

Legal Services Affordable Lawyers Project 924 Bethel St. (808) 527-8027 Hawai‘i Disability Rights Center 1132 Bishop St., Suite 2102 (808) 949-2922 info@hawaiidisability rights.org hawaiidisabilityrights.org

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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 395, Kapolei (808) 692-7420 health.hawaii.gov/ohca Victim Witness Kōkua Services 1060 Richards St., Ninth Floor (808) 768-7400 patadmin@honolulu.gov honoluluprosecutor.org Volunteer Legal Services Hawai‘i 545 Queen St., Suite 100 (808) 528-7046 michelle@vlsh.org vlsh.org

SPECIFIC AUDIENCES Alzheimer’s Alzheimer’s Association – Hawai‘i Chapter 677 Ala Moana Blvd., Suite 301 (808) 242-8636 alohainfo@alz.org alz.org/hawaii

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Visually/Hearing Impaired

Assistive Technology Resource Centers of Hawai‘i 200 N. Vineyard Blvd., Suite 430 (808) 532-7110 info@atrc.org atrc.org

Aloha State Association of the Deaf asad808secretary @gmail.com facebook.com/ ASAD.Hawaii

ISG Inc. 3472 Kanaina Ave. (808) 732-4622 isghawaii808@twc.com

Diabetes American Diabetes Association Hawai‘i 900 Fort St. Mall, Suite 940 (808) 947-5979 adahawaii@diabetes.org diabetes.org/hawaii

Veterans U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs 459 Patterson Road 1-800-214-1306 hawaii.va.gov U.S. Vets Transitional Housing & Homeless Program 85-638 Farrington Highway, Wai‘anae (808) 271-4316 usvets.org/locations/ waianae VA Pacific Islands Healthcare System 459 Patterson Road (808) 433-0600 hawaii.va.gov

American Foundation for the Blind 1-800-232-5463 afb.org Deaf Center at Kapi‘olani Community College 4303 Diamond Head Road, Mokihana 103 (808) 734-9891 coryell@hawaii.edu kapiolani.hawaii.edu/ support-and-campuslife/dsso Ho‘opono 1901 Bachelot St. (808) 586-5269 gabe@dhs.hawaii.gov humanservices.hawaii.gov/ vr/hoopono/about Library for the Blind and Print Disabled 402 Kapahulu Ave. (808) 733-8444 librarieshawaii.org/branch/ library-for-the-blind-andprint-disabled

Telecommunications Relay Services 711 atrc@atrc.org cca.hawaii.gov/dca/ telecommunications/ telecommunication_ relay_services

Vocational Rehabilitation Division 707 Richards St., Suite 500 (808) 586-4824 plemusu@dhs.hawaii.gov humanservices.hawaii. gov/vr 601 Kamokila Blvd., Room 415, Kapolei

TRANSPORTATION Driver & Pedestrian Information AARP: Driver Safety Education 1001 Bishop St., Suite 625 1-866-295-7282 hiaarp@aarp.org aarp.org/auto/driver-safety Driver’s License & Motor Vehicle Multiple locations (808) 768-9100 CSD@honolulu.gov honolulu.gov/csd Rehab Hospital Driving Evaluation & Training Program 226 N. Kuakini St. (808) 566-3862 driversprogram@ rehabhospital.org rehabhospital.org/ programs/drivers-program

Local Transportation & Passes Catholic Charities Hawai‘i 1822 Ke‘eaumoku St. (808) 521-4357 info@catholiccharities hawaii.org catholiccharitieshawaii.org

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Charley’s Taxi and Limousine-MediCab 1451 S. King St., Suite 300 (808) 533-3211 info@charleystaxi.com charleystaxi.com/services/ medicab Persons with Disabilities Parking Permit Multiple locations (808) 586-8121 dcab@doh.hawaii.gov health.hawaii.gov/dcab Soderholm Mobility 2044 Dillingham Blvd. (808) 834-1417 info@solderholmbus.com soderholmbus.com TheBus – O‘ahu Transit Services Inc. 811 Middle St. (808) 848-5555 ext. 5 thebusstop@honolulu.gov thebus.org TheHandi-Van – O‘ahu Transit Services Inc. 811 Middle St. (808) 456-5555 handivan@honolulu.gov honolulu.gov/dts/ thehandivan

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TheHandi-Van Eligibility Center 1100 Ward Ave., Suite 835 (808) 538-0033 handivan@honolulu.gov honolulu.gov/ dts/thehandivan/ thehandivan-eligibility-info

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H E RE A RE 4,946 AC TIVE AT TORNE YS I N H AWA I ‘ I , according to the

Hawai‘i State Bar Association. Which means that the 456 attorneys listed here are the top 9.2%. 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 on the next page and at bestlawyers.com/methodology.

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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 2025 editions of The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America, the pre-eminent 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 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® is based on more than 13.7 million evaluations of lawyers by other lawyers. The method used to compile Best Lawyers remains unchanged since the first edition was compiled more than 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 2025 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.

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, 2024, 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 2024 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,” “Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch,” “Purely Peer Review” and “Best Lawyers” are registered trademarks of BL Rankings, LLC.

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2025 “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

Douglas S. Chin APPELLATE PRACTICE

Paul D. Alston

CORPORATE GOVERNANCE LAW

GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS

LITIGATION – INSURANCE

Craig P. Wagnild

Mihoko E. Ito

CORPORATE LAW

GOVERNMENT RELATIONS PRACTICE

Trisha L. Nishimoto

David F. E. Banks

ARBITRATION

CRIMINAL DEFENSE: GENERAL PRACTICE

Richard M. Rand

Richard H. S. Sing

BANKING AND FINANCE LAW

CRIMINAL DEFENSE: WHITE-COLLAR

Janel M. Yoshimoto

Robert K. Fricke

BANKRUPTCY AND CREDITOR DEBTOR RIGHTS/ INSOLVENCY AND REORGANIZATION LAW

Simon Klevansky BET-THE-COMPANY LITIGATION

David J. Minkin BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS (INCLUDING LLCS AND PARTNERSHIPS)

Michael J. O’Malley CIVIL RIGHTS LAW

Eric A. Seitz CLOSELY HELD COMPANIES AND FAMILY BUSINESSES LAW

EMINENT DOMAIN AND CONDEMNATION LAW

Kenneth R. Kupchak EMPLOYEE BENEFITS (ERISA) LAW

Joanne Lo Grimes EMPLOYMENT LAW – INDIVIDUALS

Susan M. Ichinose EMPLOYMENT LAW – MANAGEMENT

Patrick H. Jones ENERGY LAW

IMMIGRATION LAW

KahBo Dye-Chiew INSURANCE LAW

Bert S. Sakuda LABOR LAW – MANAGEMENT

Robert S. Katz LABOR LAW – UNION

Sean Kim LAND USE AND ZONING LAW

LITIGATION – BANKING AND FINANCE

LITIGATION – BANKRUPTCY

CONSTRUCTION LAW

Lisa A. Bail FAMILY LAW

Rosalyn Loomis

John S. Nishimoto

Joachim P. Cox

MEDICAL MALPRACTICE LAW – PLAINTIFFS

L. Richard Fried Jr.

Gregory W. Kugle LITIGATION – REAL ESTATE

Kenneth B. Marcus

Paul D. Alston LITIGATION – SECURITIES

Trevor A. Brown LITIGATION – TRUSTS AND ESTATES

LITIGATION AND CONTROVERSY – TAX

Joachim P. Cox

PROFESSIONAL MALPRACTICE LAW – DEFENDANTS

MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS LAW

LEGAL MALPRACTICE LAW – DEFENDANTS

ENERGY REGULATORY LAW

ENVIRONMENTAL LAW

LITIGATION – LAND USE AND ZONING

Steven S. C. Lim

Sharon V. Lovejoy

Gerald A. Sumida

Robert S. Katz

Eric S.T. Young

Wil Yamamoto

David W.K. Wong

C. Michael Heihre

Gary M. Slovin

LITIGATION – LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT

MEDICAL MALPRACTICE LAW – DEFENDANTS

Ronald I. Heller MASS TORT LITIGATION/ CLASS ACTIONS – DEFENDANTS

Bruce H. Wakuzawa

Christopher J. Muzzi

MASS TORT LITIGATION/ CLASS ACTIONS – PLAINTIFFS

LITIGATION – ENVIRONMENTAL

Geoffrey K. S. Komeya

Lisa A. Bail

MEDIATION

MORTGAGE BANKING FORECLOSURE LAW

Jonathan Lai NONPROFIT/ CHARITIES LAW

Joanne Lo Grimes PERSONAL INJURY LITIGATION – DEFENDANTS

Thomas E. Cook

REAL ESTATE LAW

D. Scott MacKinnon TAX LAW

Ronald I. Heller 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

PERSONAL INJURY LITIGATION – PLAINTIFFS

John D. Thomas PRODUCT LIABILITY LITIGATION – DEFENDANTS

April A. Luria PRODUCT LIABILITY LITIGATION – PLAINTIFFS

John D. Thomas

Susan M. Ichinose

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Director The Best Lawyers in America® Appellate Practice | Arbitration Eminent Domain & Condemnation Law 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, 2024) Litigation: Banking & Finance (2012, 2015, 2024) Hawaii Super Lawyers Top 25 Business Litigation Chambers USA, Star Litigation/General Commercial Benchmark Litigation | Appellate Plaintiff-Litigation Star

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Director The Best Lawyers in America® Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) Commercial Finance Law Leisure & Hospitality Law Mergers & Acquisitions Law Real Estate Law “Lawyer of the Year” Honolulu Mergers & Acquisitions (2017, 2025) Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) (2016) Hawaii Super Lawyers Top 25 Real Estate Law Chambers USA Real Estate Law Corporate/Commercial

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

Litigation Associate Hawaii Super Lawyers Rising Star-Business Litigation

President/Director The Best Lawyers in America® Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) Construction Law Corporate Law Land Use & Zoning Law Leisure & Hospitality 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

Director The Best Lawyers in America® Administrative/Regulatory Law Appellate Practice Civil Rights Law Government Relations Practice Litigation: Commercial “Lawyer of the Year” Honolulu Administrative/Regulatory Law (2025) Civil Rights Law (2023) Hawaii Super Lawyers Business Litigation Chambers USA Litigation/General Commercial Benchmark Litigation | Litigation Star

Director The Best Lawyers in America® Litigation: Commercial Construction Real Estate Hawaii Super Lawyers Top 25 Business Litigation Chambers USA Litigation/General Commercial Benchmark Litigation | Litigation Star

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

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

Transactional Associate Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America Real Estate Law Hawaii Super Lawyers Rising Star-Real Estate Law

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Director The Best Lawyers in America® Appellate Practice | Arbitration Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses | Corporate Law Commercial Transactions/UCC Law Ethics & Professional Responsibility Law Legal Malpractice Law-Defendants Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law Real Estate Law Litigation: Commercial | Real Estate Securities | Trusts & Estates Product Liability Litigation-Plaintiffs “Lawyer of the Year” Honolulu Legal Malpractice Law-Defendants (2022, 2024) Litigation: Securities (2020, 2023, 2025) Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses (2019) Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law (2017) Hawaii Super Lawyers Top 25 Business Litigation Chambers USA Litigation/General Commercial Real Estate Law Chambers High Net Worth Guide Private Wealth Law Benchmark Litigation | Litigation Star

Director The Best Lawyers in America® Administrative/Regulatory Law Government Relations Practice Land Use & Zoning Law Leisure & Hospitality Law Real Estate Law “Lawyer of the Year” Honolulu Administrative/Regulatory Law (2022, 2024) Government Relations Practice (2015, 2018, 2023) Hawaii Super Lawyers® List Real Estate Law (2017, 2018) Chambers USA Land Use & Zoning Law

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Director Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America Litigation: Commercial Construction Real Estate Hawaii Super Lawyers Rising Star-Business Litigation

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Director The Best Lawyers in America® Appellate Practice Electronic Discovery and Information Management Litigation: Commercial Real Estate Hawaii Super Lawyers Business Litigation Benchmark Litigation | Future Star

Of Counsel The Best Lawyers in America® Appellate Practice | Arbitration Medical Malpractice Law-Plaintiffs Personal Injury-Plaintiffs Product Liability Litigation-Plaintiffs Litigation: Banking & Finance Commercial | Construction “Lawyer of the Year” Honolulu Medical Malpractice Law-Plaintifs (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

We are proud to have 15 Lawyers included in The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 List, 5 Lawyers included in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America (2025) List, and 45 “Lawyer of the Year” in Honolulu Recognitions (2011-2025).

Director The Best Lawyers in America® Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) Real Estate Law Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America Appellate Practice Corporate Law Eminent Domain & Condemnation Law Government Relations Practice Land Use & Zoning Hawaii Super Lawyers Real Estate Law Chambers USA Real Estate Law

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

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Transactional Associate Hawaii Super Lawyers Rising Star-Real Estate Law

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Director “Ken works seven days when needed and he has a phenomenal response time. He is my go-to lawyer.” “He is the most business-minded attorney I have ever worked with. When it comes to documenting complex ideas, no one works faster or uses simpler language to explain things.” Chambers and Partners USA, Market Comments Best Lawyers® Recognized Practice Areas Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) Commercial Finance Law Land Use & Zoning Law Leisure & Hospitality Law Mergers & Acquisitions Law Real Estate Law Also Recognized “Top 25” Hawaii Super Lawyers® List Real Estate Law Chambers and Partners USA Real Estate Law International Society of Hospitality Consultants Member Hawaii State Bar Association Board of Directors, Real Property Section Hawaii State Bar Association Real Estate Manual on Hotel Management/ Restaurant Leasing and Liquor Leasing, Author Martindale-Hubbell® AV “Preeminent” Rating

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Director “…a top level litigator. Very diligent and persistent, strategic and sharp.” Chambers and Partners USA, Market Comment Best Lawyers® Recognized Practice Areas Appellate Practice Arbitration Bet-The-Company Litigation Eminent Domain & Condemnation Law Litigation: Banking & Finance Commercial Construction Environmental Land Use & Zoning Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions-Defendants Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions-Plaintiffs Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law Qui Tam Law Real Estate “Women Who Mean Business” Pacific Business News Also Recognized “Top 25” Hawaii Super Lawyers® List Business Litigation Chambers and Partners USA Commercial Litigation “Top 250” Women in Litigation USA Benchmark Litigation “Litigation Star” Benchmark Litigation Martindale-Hubbell® AV “Preeminent” Rating

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Director “Most talented strategic thinker... stands out in a room of the local elite.” Chambers and Partners USA, Market Comment

Director “Doug is a smart and savvy litigator with an understated but firm presence in court...” 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 Corporate Law Commercial Transactions/UCC Law Ethics and Professional Responsibility Law Legal Malpractice Law-Defendants Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law Real Estate Law Litigation: Commercial Real Estate Securities Trusts & Estates Product Liability-Plaintiffs

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

Also Recognized “Top 25” Hawaii Super Lawyers® List Business Litigation Chambers and Partners USA Commercial Litigation Real Estate Law Chambers High Net Worth Guide Private Wealth Law

Honolulu Police Commission (2020-Current) Attorney General, State of Hawaii (2015-2018) Hawaii Lt. Governor (2018) Champion for Social Justice Hawaii State Bar Association (2017) Managing Director City & County of Honolulu (2010-2013) Also Recognized “Top 25” Hawaii Super Lawyers® List Business Litigation Chambers and Partners USA Commercial Litigation

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B E S T LAW YE RS® IN HAWA I‘I 20 25

Administrative/ Regulatory Law Douglas S. Chin*

Robert E. Strand

Gerald A. Sumida

Carlsmith Ball

(808) 523-2500

Arbitration Riki May Amano

Dispute Prevention & Resolution

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

Gerald A. Sumida (808) 523-2500

Appellate Practice

(808) 523-1234

(808) 537-6100

Patrick K. Wong

Paul D. Alston*

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

Joanne Lo Grimes Carlsmith Ball

(808) 523-2500 James Douglas Ing

Carlsmith Ball

(Hawai‘i Island) Carlsmith Ball

(808) 329-6464

Watanabe Ing

Dean T. Yamamoto

(808) 544-8300

Yamamoto Caliboso Hetherington

Lyle M. Ishida Tom Petrus & Miller

(808) 792-5800 Donna H. Kalama Farm Benedict Sugihara

(808) 451-3180 Karl K. Kobayashi Carlsmith Ball

(808) 523-2500 Jennifer A. Lim Law Office of Jennifer A. Lim LLLC

(808) 540-4500 Wil Yamamoto Yamamoto Caliboso Hetherington

(808) 540-4500

Admiralty and Maritime Law David W. Proudfoot (Kaua‘i) Belles Graham Proudfoot Wilson & Chun

Dentons U.S. LLP

(808) 524-1800 Shawn L.M. Benton Cox Wootton Lerner Griffin & Hansen LLP

(808) 744-7020 Trevor A. Brown Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 547-5400 Ivan M. Lui-Kwan Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100 William C. McCorriston McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon

(808) 529-7300 Arsima A. Muller Carlsmith Ball

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

(808) 523-2500 Jeffrey T. Ono Watanabe Ing

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

(808) 544-8300

Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200

(808) 537-6100 Calvert G. Chipchase IV Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Donna H. Kalama

Sharon V. Lovejoy Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100 William C. McCorriston McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon

Antitrust Law

(808) 529-7300

Paul D. Alston

David J. Minkin

Dentons U.S. LLP

(808) 524-1800 Steven M. Egesdal Carlsmith Ball

(808) 523-2500 Gary G. Grimmer Gary G. Grimmer & Associates

(808) 457-1330 Bert T. Kobayashi Jr. Kobayashi Sugita & Goda, LLP

(808) 535-5700 William C. McCorriston McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon

(808) 529-7300

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Lung Rose Voss & Wagnild

(808) 523-9000 Barry W. Marr

Marr Jones & Wang

(808) 536-4900

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 451-3180

Martin E. Hsia

Clay Iwamura Pulice & Nervell

Harvey J. Lung

Douglas S. Chin

Carlsmith Ball

Case Lombardi

Gerald S. Clay

(808) 537-6100

(808) 547-5400

Farm Benedict Sugihara

Advertising Law

(808) 384-2468

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100

Dean H. Robb

Dennis M. Lombardi

Lou Chang

McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon

(808) 529-7300 Michi Momose Cades Schutte

Marr Jones & Wang

Charles W. Crumpton

Crumpton Collaborative Solutions

(808) 284-9209 Matthew T. Evans Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

(808) 531-8031

Byron C. Feldman II Kale Feldman, Esq.

(808) 256-5796

David H. Franzel David H. Franzel

(808) 371-0303 Diane D. Hastert

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

(808) 531-8031

C. Michael Heihre Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Jerry M. Hiatt

(Hawai‘i Island) Hiatt & Hiatt

(808) 521-9200

(808) 523-1234

Terence J. O’Toole

Susan M. Ichinose

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

Susan M. Ichinose

(808) 382-8888

(808) 537-6100

Amanda M. Jones

Judith Ann Pavey Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100 Stephanie E.W. Thompson Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100

Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200

Case Lombardi

Terence J. O’Toole

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100

Anna H. Oshiro

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

(808) 531-8031

Patricia Kim Park Park & Park

(808) 536-3909 Judith Ann Pavey

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100

Richard M. Rand*

Marr Jones & Wang

(808) 536-4900 Crystal K. Rose Lung Rose Voss & Wagnild

(808) 523-9000 Sarah O. Wang

Marr Jones & Wang

(808) 536-4900

Keith Y. Yamada Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Christopher S. Yeh Marr Jones & Wang

(808) 536-4900

Aviation Law David J. Hoftiezer

Patrick H. Jones

Marr Jones & Wang

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

(808) 536-4900

(808) 547-5600

Corianne W. Lau

Gregory W. Kugle

Dentons U.S. LLP

(808) 524-1800

Allen K. Williams Trecker Fritz & Williams

(808) 797-3363

Sharon V. Lovejoy

Christopher J. Cole

Steven S. C. Lim (808) 935-6644

Louis L. C. Chang

(808) 312-1055

Michael R. Marsh

(808) 245-4705

(808) 523-2500

(808) 537-6100

Law Office of Darin R. Leong

(808) 535-8400

(808) 542-8516 (Hawai‘i Island) Carlsmith Ball

Trevor A. Brown

Darin R. Leong

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

(808) 531-8031

Banking and Finance Law John R. Aube

Kobayashi Sugita & Goda, LLP

(808) 535-5700

Gail Otsuka Ayabe Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

(808) 547-5600 Lisa D. Ayabe

Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Alison M. Davidson JMY Law Group

(808) 529-1000 Lani L. Ewart

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

(808) 547-5600 Christopher T. Harrison Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Richard J. Kiefer Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Jan M. L. Y. Kutsunai

Kobayashi Sugita & Goda, LLP

(808) 535-5700 Michele S. Loudermilk

Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 John R. Love

Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Alan J. Ma

Watanabe Ing

(808) 544-8300 Cary S. Matsushige Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Lawrence S. Okinaga

Carlsmith Ball

(808) 523-2500 Nathan T. Okubo Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200

Tom E. Roesser Carlsmith Ball

(808) 523-2500 Justin M. Sugiyama Cades Schutte

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

(808) 521-9200 Andrea K. Ushijima Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Tom Van Winkle Carlsmith Ball

(808) 523-2500 Jon T. Yamamura

William C. McCorriston

Joseph H. Goldcamp

(808) 237-2477

McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon

Carlsmith Ball

Clay Iwamura Pulice & Nervell

Alika L. Piper

(808) 529-7300

(808) 523-2500

(808) 535-8400

Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law

John C. Khil

Gerald A. Sumida

Trevor A. Brown

Carlsmith Ball

(808) 523-2500

Christine A. Kubota

Tracy D. Tanaka

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

Schneider Tanaka Radovich Andrew & Tanaka

Ted N. Pettit Pettit Law Hawai‘i

Chun Kerr LLP

(808) 528-8200 Tom E. Roesser Carlsmith Ball

(808) 523-2500 Cuyler E. Shaw Ashford & Wriston

(808) 539-0400 Susan Tius Rush Moore

(808) 521-0400

(808) 523-2500

Theodore D.C. Young

Michael A. Yoshida

(808) 521-9200

Carlsmith Ball

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

(808) 531-8031 Janel M. Yoshimoto*

JMY Law Group

(808) 529-1000 Lisa A. Young

JMY Law Group

(808) 529-1000

Cades Schutte

William Meheula Meheula Law

(808) 599-9554 David J. Minkin* McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon

(808) 529-7300 David A. Nakashima

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

Kai Wang

(808) 537-6100

(808) 523-2500

Jeffrey S. Portnoy

Matthew M. Matsunaga

David W.K. Wong

Schlack Ito

(808) 523-2500

(808) 535-5700

Jon T. Yamamura

Stewart Pressman

David Schulmeister (808) 521-9200

James N. Duca Lyons, Brandt, Cook & Hiramatsu

(808) 524-7030 Jerrold K. Guben O’Connor Playdon Guben & Inouye

(808) 524-8350 Simon Klevansky* Chun Kerr LLP

(808) 528-8200 Christopher J. Muzzi

(808) 528-8200

(808) 729-9400 Trevor A. Brown

Andrew R. Bunn Chun Kerr LLP

(808) 528-8200 Andrew W. Char Chun Kerr LLP

(808) 528-8200

Kobayashi Sugita & Goda, LLP

Norman H.Y. Cheng

(808) 535-5700

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

Sharon V. Lovejoy

(808) 537-6100

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

Steven M. Egesdal

Harvey J. Lung Lung Rose Voss & Wagnild

(808) 523-9000

(808) 529-7300

Bradley R. Pulice

(808) 523-2500

ES&A Inc., A Law Corporation

Bert T. Kobayashi Jr.

(808) 537-6100

McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon

(808) 531-8031

(808) 524-1800

(808) 533-1877

Rodd H. Yano

Kobayashi Sugita & Goda, LLP

Vicki Y. Nakahara

(808) 547-5600

Chun Kerr LLP

(808) 523-2500

Harry Y. Oda

David W.K. Wong*

(808) 537-6100

Simon Klevansky

Carlsmith Ball

(808) 529-7300

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

Louise K. Y. Ing

Choi & Ito

Carlsmith Ball

McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon

(808) 529-7300

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

Chuck C. Choi

McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon

Carlsmith Ball

William C. McCorriston

Bryan Andaya

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

Dentons U.S. LLP

William C. McCorriston

(808) 523-9000

(808) 628-7531

(808) 529-7300

(808) 523-1234

(Hawai‘i Island) Hiatt & Hiatt

(808) 523-6040

Lung Rose Voss & Wagnild

Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)

Johnathan C. Bolton

Jerry M. Hiatt

Lee & Martin

Kenneth B. Marcus

C. Michael Heihre (808) 521-9200

Terrence M. Lee

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights/ Insolvency and Reorganization Law

Cades Schutte

(808) 628-7531

Terence J. O’Toole

Cades Schutte

(808) 585-9440

Lee & Martin

(808) 531-8031

Paul D. Alston

Cox Fricke

Thomas R. Daniel

(808) 784-2090

(808) 521-9200

Joachim P. Cox

Craig P. Wagnild

(808) 537-6100

Nakashima Ching

Bet-the-Company Litigation

(808) 524-1800

Na Lan

(808) 792-4200

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

Cades Schutte

Dentons U.S. LLP

(808) 531-8031

Bradley R. Pulice

Carlsmith Ball

(808) 523-2500 Duane R. Fisher

Carlsmith Ball

Clifford J. Miller

(808) 523-2500

McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon

Michael A. Yoshida

Clay Iwamura Pulice & Nervell

(808) 535-8400 Carlsmith Ball

Carlsmith Ball

(808) 523-2500

Civil Rights Law

Craig G. Nakamura

Douglas S. Chin

(Maui) Carlsmith Ball

(808) 242-4535 Michael J. O’Malley* Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

(808) 547-5600 Harry Y. Oda Kobayashi Sugita & Goda, LLP

(808) 535-5700 Christina N. Ohira Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100 Nathan T. Okubo Cades Schutte

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 521-9200

(808) 537-6100

Lindsay Orman

Tsugawa Lau & Muzzi

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 531-0490

(808) 537-6100

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100 Thomas R. Grande Grande Law Offices

Commercial Finance Law Kenneth B. Marcus

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100

Cary S. Matsushige

(808) 271-7500

Cades Schutte

William C. McCorriston

Christina N. Ohira

McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon

(808) 521-9200 Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 529-7300

(808) 537-6100

Eric A. Seitz*

Leighton J. H. S. Yuen

Law Office of Eric A. Seitz

(808) 533-7434

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

(808) 547-5600

Loretta A. Sheehan Davis Levin Livingston

(808) 740-0633

Commercial Litigation Trisha H.S.T. Akagi Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200

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Paul D. Alston

Steven M. Egesdal

(808) 524-1800

(808) 523-2500

Dentons U.S. LLP

Erika L. T. Amatore Dentons U.S. LLP

(808) 524-1800 Lisa A. Bail

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

(808) 547-5600

A. Bernard Bays

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100

Andrew V. Beaman Andrew V. Beaman, Attorney at Law

(808) 373-4111

Thomas Benedict Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons

(808) 451-3180

Claire Wong Black Dentons U.S. LLP

(808) 524-1800

Margery S. Bronster Bronster Fujichaku Robbins

(808) 524-5644

Trevor A. Brown

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100

Pamela W. Bunn Dentons U.S. LLP

(808) 524-1800

Blake W. Bushnell

Bushnell Law Group

(808) 585-6050 Bennett J. Chin

Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani

(808) 441-1830

Douglas S. Chin

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

Cox Fricke

Ryan H. Engle

Lyle S. Hosoda

Lung Rose Voss & Wagnild

(808) 523-9000 Tred R. Eyerly

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

Robert K. Fricke Cox Fricke

(808) 585-9440 James W. Geiger (Maui) Mancini Welch & Geiger

(808) 871-8351 Christopher T. Goodin Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Gary G. Grimmer Gary G. Grimmer & Associates

(808) 457-1330

David A. Gruebner Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

(808) 547-5600

Catherine L. M. Hall (Maui) Carlsmith Ball

(808) 242-4535 William M. Harstad Carlsmith Ball

(808) 523-2500 Diane D. Hastert

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

(808) 531-8031

Dennis W. Chong Kee

(808) 521-9200

Cades Schutte

Jerry M. Hiatt

Joachim P. Cox

(808) 523-1234

(Hawai‘i Island) Hiatt & Hiatt

(808) 585-9440

Nathaniel Higa

John S. Edmunds

(808) 528-8200

John S. Edmunds, Attorney at Law

(808) 524-2000

Chun Kerr LLP

David J. Hoftiezer Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

(808) 547-5600

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Craig K. Shikuma

(808) 523-9000

(808) 537-6100

(808) 535-5700

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

Judith Ann Pavey

Louise K. Y. Ing

(808) 547-5600

(808) 537-6100

Dentons U.S. LLP

(808) 524-1800

(808) 792-5800

(808) 451-3180

Terence J. O’Toole

Stacy Y. Ma

(808) 524-3700

Linda Lee K. Farm Farm Benedict Sugihara

Harvey J. Lung

Lung Rose Voss & Wagnild

Hosoda Law Group

Lyle M. Ishida

C. Michael Heihre

Cox Fricke

(808) 585-9440

(808) 531-8031

(808) 537-6100

(808) 521-9200

Abigail M. Holden

Carlsmith Ball

Tom Petrus & Miller

Regan M. Iwao Schlack Ito

(808) 523-6040 Nickolas Kacprowski

Dentons U.S. LLP

(808) 524-1800 Brian A. Kang Watanabe Ing

(808) 544-8300 James A. Kawachika Deeley King Pang & Van Etten

(808) 533-1751

Robert G. Klein Klein Law Group

(808) 591-8822 Bert T. Kobayashi Jr. Kobayashi Sugita & Goda, LLP

(808) 535-5700

Derek R. Kobayashi

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

John P. Manaut Carlsmith Ball

(808) 523-2500 Paul R. Mancini (Maui) Mancini Welch & Geiger

(808) 871-8351 William C. McCorriston

McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon

(808) 529-7300

William Meheula Meheula Law

(808) 599-9554

David J. Minkin

McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon

(808) 529-7300

Duane R. Miyashiro Chun Kerr LLP

(808) 528-8200 (Kaua‘i) Cades Schutte

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

Mark M. Murakami

Michael L. Lam

(808) 531-8031

Adam G. Lang

Durrett Lang Morse, LLLP

(808) 526-0892 Andrew J. Lautenbach

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100

Sharon V. Lovejoy

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

Bruce A. Nakamura Kobayashi Sugita & Goda, LLP

(808) 535-5700

Craig G. Nakamura (Maui) Carlsmith Ball

(808) 242-4535 Michael J. Nakano

Cox Wootton Lerner Griffin & Hansen LLP

(808) 744-7020

David A. Nakashima Nakashima Ching

(808) 784-2090

Ross T. Shinyama Watanabe Ing

(808) 544-8300 Jesse J. T. Smith Tokioka Smith

(808) 983-1685 Lex R. Smith

Dentons U.S. LLP

Kobayashi Sugita & Goda, LLP

(808) 524-1800

(808) 535-5700

Dean H. Robb

Joseph A. Stewart

John S. Rhee

Carlsmith Ball

(808) 523-2500 Kenneth S. Robbins Bronster Fujichaku Robbins

Kobayashi Sugita & Goda, LLP

(808) 535-5700

Barry A. Sullivan

Sullivan Law Group

(808) 524-5644

(808) 628-7511

Tom E. Roesser

Joyce W. Y. Tam-Sugiyama

Carlsmith Ball

Lung Rose Voss & Wagnild

(808) 245-1922

(808) 547-5400

(808) 521-9200

(808) 524-1800

Dentons U.S. LLP

Gregory W. Kugle

Case Lombardi

Cades Schutte

(808) 523-2500

Allison Mizuo Lee

(808) 531-8031

Jeffrey S. Portnoy

John-Anderson L. Meyer

Schlack Ito

(808) 523-6040

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

Kobayashi Sugita & Goda, LLP

Crystal K. Rose (808) 523-9000 Edmund K. Saffery Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

(808) 547-5600 Paul H. Sato

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100

Jesse W. Schiel

Kobayashi Sugita & Goda, LLP

(808) 535-5700

Randall K. Schmitt McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon

(808) 529-7300

David Schulmeister Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Matthew C. Shannon

Lung Rose Voss & Wagnild

(808) 523-9000 Loretta A. Sheehan Davis Levin Livingston

(808) 740-0633

Watanabe Ing

(808) 544-8300 Christine Terada Cox Fricke

(808) 585-9440 Stephanie E.W. Thompson

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100 Brian W. Tilker Cox Fricke

(808) 585-9440 Brett R. Tobin

McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon

(808) 529-7300

Roy A. Vitousek III Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Wayne R. Wagner Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

(808) 547-5600

Randall C. Whattoff Cox Fricke

(808) 585-9440 Elijah Yip

Luminate Law

(808) 892-3370 Calvin E. Young

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

(808) 547-5600

Commercial Transactions/ UCC Law

Bushnell Law Group

Trevor A. Brown

Bennett J. Chin

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100

Christina N. Ohira

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100

Blake W. Bushnell

(808) 585-6050

Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani

(808) 441-1830 Gerald S. Clay

Clay Iwamura Pulice & Nervell

(808) 535-8400

Michael A. Yoshida

Ryan H. Engle

(808) 531-8031

(808) 523-9000

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

Lung Rose Voss & Wagnild

Matthew T. Evans

Communications Law Carlito P. Caliboso

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

(808) 531-8031

Sarah M. Love

Edward R. Bendet

Harvey J. Lung

(808) 523-9000 Lung Rose Voss & Wagnild

(808) 523-9000 William M. McKeon (Maui) Berding & Weil

(808) 244-9775 Audrey E.J. Ng

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

(808) 547-5600 Anna H. Oshiro

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

Byron C. Feldman II

(808) 531-8031

(808) 540-4500

(808) 256-5796

Jeffrey M. Osterkamp

Jodi S. Yamamoto

Duane R. Fisher

Yamamoto Caliboso Hetherington

(808) 540-4500

Kale Feldman, Esq.

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100

Charles W. Gall

Community Association Law Richard S. Ekimoto Ekimoto & Morris

(808) 523-0702 Na Lan

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

(808) 531-8031

Milton Motooka

Motooka Rosenberg Lau & Oyama

(808) 532-7900

Charles E. Pear Jr. McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon

(808) 529-7300

Terrance M. Revere Revere and Associates

(808) 791-9550

Kobayashi Sugita & Goda, LLP

(808) 535-5700

C. Michael Heihre* Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Robert G. Klein Klein Law Group

(808) 591-8822 Bert T. Kobayashi Jr. Kobayashi Sugita & Goda, LLP

(808) 535-5700

Gregory W. Kugle Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 David Schulmeister Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Craig K. Shikuma Kobayashi Sugita & Goda, LLP

(808) 535-5700

Richard E. Wilson

Scott I. Batterman

Clay Iwamura Pulice & Nervell

(808) 535-8400

Andrew R. Bunn Chun Kerr LLP

(808) 528-8200

Gregory R. Kim

Nathan T. Okubo

Mark D. Bernstein Mark D. Bernstein

(808) 537-3327

Corporate Governance Law Anna Elento-Sneed ES&A Inc., A Law Corporation

(808) 729-9400 Joanne Lo Grimes Carlsmith Ball

(808) 523-2500 Michael J. O’Malley Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

(808) 547-5600 Jeffrey S. Piper Schlack Ito

Jeffrey S. Piper

Carlsmith Ball

Schlack Ito

(808) 523-2500

(808) 523-6040

Christine A. Kubota

Stewart Pressman

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon

(808) 531-8031

(808) 529-7300

Kenneth R. Kupchak

Bradley R. Pulice

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

Clay Iwamura Pulice & Nervell

(808) 531-8031

(808) 535-8400

Dennis M. Lombardi

Steven L. Rinesmith

Case Lombardi

(808) 547-5400 Paul R. Mancini (Maui) Mancini Welch & Geiger

Gerald A. Sumida

Matthew M. Matsunaga

Carlsmith Ball

(808) 523-2500 Craig P. Wagnild* Lung Rose Voss & Wagnild

Michael A. Yoshida Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

(808) 531-8031

Carlsmith Ball

(808) 523-2500

Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Trevor A. Brown

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100

Norman H.Y. Cheng

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100

Thomas R. Daniel Lee & Martin

(808) 628-7531

(808) 521-9200 Adrian L. Lavarias

Thomas R. Grande

(808) 523-2500

Durrett Lang Morse, LLLP

Karl K. Kobayashi

(808) 871-8351

Steven M. Egesdal

Scott A. Lee

(808) 521-9200

(808) 523-6040

Consumer Protection Law

(808) 523-9000

Cades Schutte

(808) 780-2495

Schlack Ito

(808) 523-6040 Terri Ann M.K. Motosue

David F. E. Banks*

Lawrence S. Okinaga

Lung Rose Voss & Wagnild

Vantage Counsel

Keith Y. Yamada

Kenneth R. Kupchak

Cades Schutte

(808) 535-8400

Geoffrey T. Mukae

(808) 521-9200

Grande Law Offices

(808) 271-7500

Carlsmith Ball

(808) 523-2500

Corporate Law

Cades Schutte

Lawrence S. Okinaga

(808) 535-5700

(808) 545-1311

Kelly G. LaPorte

Construction Law

Kobayashi Sugita & Goda, LLP

Ashford & Wriston

Consumer Law

(808) 531-8031

Clay Iwamura Pulice & Nervell

Alan M. Goda

(808) 523-9000

Law Office of Richard E. Wilson

(808) 531-8031

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

Lung Rose Voss & Wagnild

Carlsmith Ball

Duane R. Fisher

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100

(808) 539-0400 Cades Schutte

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

(808) 521-9200 Anders G. O. Nervell

Clay Iwamura Pulice & Nervell

(808) 535-8400 Darren L. Nunn

McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon

Rinesmith & Sekiguchi

(808) 534-4950 E. Gunner Schull Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Douglas C. Smith Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

(808) 531-8031

Kenneth Y. Sugita Kobayashi Sugita & Goda, LLP

(808) 535-5700

Barry A. Sullivan

Sullivan Law Group

(808) 628-7511

Gerald A. Sumida Carlsmith Ball

(808) 523-2500 Tod Z. Tanaka

Schneider Tanaka Radovich Andrew & Tanaka

(808) 792-4200

Tom Van Winkle Carlsmith Ball

(808) 523-2500

(808) 529-7300

Kai Wang

Michael J. O’Malley

(808) 523-2500

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

(808) 547-5600

Christina N. Ohira

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100

Carlsmith Ball

Criminal Defense: General Practice John S. Edmunds John S. Edmunds, Attorney at Law

(808) 524-2000

(808) 526-0892

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William A. Harrison Harrison & Matsuoka

(808) 481-5526

Philip H. Lowenthal (Maui) Lowenthal & Lowenthal

Richard H. S. Sing Law Office of Richard H. S. Sing

(808) 537-1529

DUI/DWI Defense

(808) 242-5000

Samuel P. King Jr.

Howard K. K. Luke

(808) 521-6937

King & King

Herbert R. Takahashi

Christine A. Kubota

(808) 531-8031

(808) 526-3003

(808) 531-8031

Terence J. O’Toole

Bruce D. Voss

(808) 537-6100

(808) 523-9000

Mark M. Murakami Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 545-5000

Education Law

Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law

Thomas M. Otake

Amanda M. Jones

Roger W. Fonseca

(808) 528-5003

(808) 521-9200

Eric A. Seitz

Kelly G. LaPorte

Law Office of Howard K. K. Luke

Alapa & Otake

Law Office of Eric A. Seitz

(808) 533-7434 Richard H. S. Sing* Law Office of Richard H. S. Sing

(808) 537-1529

Criminal Defense: White-Collar Joachim P. Cox Cox Fricke

(808) 585-9440 John S. Edmunds John S. Edmunds, Attorney at Law

(808) 524-2000

Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200

Elder Law John K. Matsumoto Matsumoto Law Group

(808) 548-5700

Electronic Discovery and Information Management Law Stephanie E.W. Thompson

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100

Robert K. Fricke* Cox Fricke

(808) 585-9440 William A. Harrison Harrison & Matsuoka

(808) 481-5526

Philip H. Lowenthal (Maui) Lowenthal & Lowenthal

(808) 242-5000 Howard K. K. Luke Law Office of Howard K. K. Luke

(808) 545-5000 William C. McCorriston

McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon

(808) 529-7300

Thomas M. Otake Alapa & Otake

(808) 528-5003 Eric A. Seitz

Lung Rose Voss & Wagnild

Richard E. Wilson Law Office of Richard E. Wilson

(808) 545-1311

Adam G. Lang Durrett Lang Morse, LLLP

(808) 526-0892 Corianne W. Lau Dentons U.S. LLP

(808) 524-1800 Darin R. Leong Law Office of Darin R. Leong

Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200

Employment Law —Management

Joanne Lo Grimes*

David F. E. Banks

Ronald Y. K. Leong

(808) 523-2500

(808) 312-1055

Cades Schutte

Watanabe Ing

(808) 521-9200

(808) 544-8300

Gregory M. Hansen

Christopher J. Cole

John S. Mackey

(808) 547-5400

(808) 536-4900

Carlsmith Ball

Case Lombardi

Jared N. Kawashima Yee & Kawashima

(808) 524-4501 John C. Khil

Carlsmith Ball

(808) 523-2500 Harry Y. Oda

Kobayashi Sugita & Goda, LLP

(808) 535-5700

Employment Law—Individuals

Torkildson Katz

(808) 523-6000 Wesley M. Fujimoto Ashford & Wriston

(808) 539-0400

Leighton M. Hara

Durrett Lang Morse, LLLP

(808) 792-1213 William N. Ota Ota & Hara

(808) 532-1728

Ota & Hara

A. Richard Philpott (808) 975-9577

(808) 532-1728

Kimberly Koide Iwao LLLC

(808) 521-9200

Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Kenneth R. Kupchak*

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

(808) 531-8031 Philip J. Leas

Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Sharon V. Lovejoy

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100

(808) 533-7434 HONOLULU MAGAZINE

(808) 523-1234 Susan M. Ichinose* Susan M. Ichinose

(808) 382-8888

Kalani A. Morse Durrett Lang Morse, LLLP

Torkildson Katz

Susan M. Ichinose

(808) 382-8888 Kimberly Koide Iwao

(808) 536-4900

Kimberly Koide Iwao LLLC

(808) 975-9577 Amanda M. Jones Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Patrick H. Jones*

Marr Jones & Wang

(808) 536-4900

William N. Ota

Robert S. Katz

(808) 532-1728

(808) 523-6000

Elbridge W. Smith

John L. Knorek

(808) 523-5050

(808) 523-6000

Gilbert and Smith

Cades Schutte

Richard M. Rand

(808) 792-1213 Ota & Hara

Carlsmith Ball

(808) 523-2500 Craig I. Nakanishi Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Gerald A. Sumida Carlsmith Ball

(808) 523-2500

Kalani A. Morse

Susan M. Ichinose

C. Michael Heihre

Arsima A. Muller

Joseph A. Ernst

Ota & Hara

(Hawai‘i Island) Hiatt & Hiatt

(808) 792-4200

(808) 536-4900

Calvert G. Chipchase IV

Jerry M. Hiatt

Schneider Tanaka Radovich Andrew & Tanaka

(808) 729-9400

Jeffrey S. Portnoy

(808) 521-9200

Kent D. Morihara

(808) 540-4500

Marr Jones & Wang

(808) 523-6000

(808) 532-1728

Energy Law

Barry W. Marr

(808) 547-5600

(808) 271-7500

Cades Schutte

(808) 536-4900

ES&A Inc., A Law Corporation

Anna Elento-Sneed

Jeffrey S. Harris

Leighton M. Hara

Marr Jones & Wang

Dean T. Yamamoto

Thomas R. Grande Grande Law Offices

Christopher S. Yeh

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

Marr Jones & Wang

Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law

Law Office of Eric A. Seitz

Takahashi and Covert

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

Torkildson Katz

Marr Jones & Wang

John S. Rhee

Dentons U.S. LLP

(808) 524-1800 Paul M. Saito

Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Gregory M. Sato Kobayashi Sugita & Goda, LLP

Yamamoto Caliboso Hetherington

Wil Yamamoto*

Yamamoto Caliboso Hetherington

(808) 540-4500

Energy Regulatory Law Carlito P. Caliboso

Yamamoto Caliboso Hetherington

(808) 540-4500

Craig I. Nakanishi Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Jeffrey T. Ono Watanabe Ing

(808) 544-8300 Gerald A. Sumida* Carlsmith Ball

(808) 523-2500 Dean T. Yamamoto Yamamoto Caliboso Hetherington

(808) 540-4500 Wil Yamamoto

Yamamoto Caliboso Hetherington

(808) 540-4500

(808) 535-5700

Kristin S. Shigemura

Environmental Law

(808) 521-9200

Lisa A. Bail*

Cades Schutte

Sarah O. Wang

Marr Jones & Wang

(808) 536-4900

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

(808) 547-5600

Lindsay N. McAneeley

Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Patricia J. McHenry

Judith A. Schevtchuk

John W. Schmidtke Jr.

Cades Schutte

John W. Schmidtke Jr.

(808) 521-9200

(808) 599-4100

Arsima A. Muller

Paul A. Tomar

(808) 523-2500

(808) 539-0400

Carlsmith Ball

Mark K. Murakami

Ashford & Wriston

Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200

Family Law Arbitration

Ian L. Sandison

Gavin K. Doi

Watanabe Ing

(808) 544-8300 Joyce W. Y. Tam-Sugiyama

Doi/Luke, Attorneys at Law

(808) 593-2199

(808) 544-8300

Family Law Mediation

Elijah Yip

Gavin K. Doi

Watanabe Ing

Luminate Law

(808) 892-3370

Ethics and Professional Responsibility Law Trevor A. Brown

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

Doi/Luke, Attorneys at Law

(808) 593-2199

Rosalyn Loomis (Maui) Mancini Welch & Geiger

(808) 871-8351

(808) 537-6100

Financial Services Regulation Law

Family Law

Lawrence S. Okinaga

Geoffrey Hamilton Hamilton & Chan

Carlsmith Ball

(808) 523-2500

Jonathan Moore Kobayashi Sugita & Goda, LLP

(808) 535-5700

Anna H. Oshiro

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

(808) 531-8031

Joseph A. Stewart Kobayashi Sugita & Goda, LLP

Timothy Luria

Kleintop & Luria

(808) 524-5183 Lynne J. McGivern Ashford & Wriston

(808) 539-0400

Naoko C. Miyamoto Law Office of Naoko C. Miyamoto

(808) 201-9911

Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Mihoko E. Ito*

Ashford & Wriston

(808) 539-0400

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100

Robert K. Ichikawa Kobayashi Sugita & Goda, LLP

(808) 535-5700

William M. Kaneko Dentons U.S. LLP

(808) 524-1800

Ivan M. Lui-Kwan

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

Schlack Ito

(808) 523-6040 Gary M. Slovin*

Ashford & Wriston

(808) 531-6789

(808) 529-7300

Rezents & Crowley

J. George Hetherington

Yamamoto Caliboso Hetherington

(808) 540-4500 Robert S. Katz Torkildson Katz

(808) 523-6000 Cuyler E. Shaw

Ashford & Wriston

Immigration Law

David J. Minkin

McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon

(808) 521-9200

(808) 523-6000 Darin R. Leong

(808) 547-5600

(808) 312-1055

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

KahBo Dye-Chiew* Law Offices of KahBo Dye-Chiew

(808) 542-5572

Cronin, Fried, Sekiya, Kekina & Fairbanks

Jeffrey H. K. Sia

Chong, Nishimoto, Sia, Nakamura & Goya

(808) 537-6119

George W. Van Buren

(808) 521-9200

(808) 599-3800

Bennett J. Chin

Alan Van Etten

Cades Schutte

Van Buren & Shimizu

Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani

Deeley King Pang & Van Etten

(808) 441-1830

(808) 533-1751

Mark S. Davis

Bruce H. Wakuzawa

(808) 740-0633

(808) 523-1007

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

(808) 531-8031

The Law Offices Of Bruce H. Wakuzawa

Labor Law— Management David F. E. Banks

Alan M. Goda

Cades Schutte

(808) 535-5700

Christopher J. Cole

Sue Vo Hansen

(808) 536-4900

Kobayashi Sugita & Goda, LLP

Law Office of Sue Vo Hansen

(808) 599-9200

Torkildson Katz

Edmund K. Saffery

Trisha H.S.T. Akagi

Tred R. Eyerly

(808) 524-1800

Insurance Law

Matthew M. Matsunaga

(808) 539-0400

Stephanie A. Rezents

(808) 892-3370

(808) 537-6100

Dentons U.S. LLP

Luminate Law

Davis Levin Livingston

William M. Kaneko

Corianne W. Lau

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

John L. Knorek

Cades Schutte

Elijah Yip

Health Care Law

(808) 871-8351

Peter T. Kashiwa

Torkildson Katz

Jeffrey S. Portnoy

Douglas S. Chin

Carlsmith Ball

Calvert G. Chipchase IV

(808) 535-5700

(808) 523-6000

(808) 600-3514

(808) 523-2500

(Maui) Mancini Welch & Geiger

Kobayashi Sugita & Goda, LLP

(808) 521-9200

Information Technology Law

Charles T. Kleintop

Rosalyn Loomis*

Robert K. Ichikawa

Robert S. Katz*

Cades Schutte

Government Relations Practice

(808) 539-0400

Government Contracts

(866) 587-9600

Peter W. Olson

Bert S. Sakuda*

Tom E. Roesser

(808) 524-5183

Hirota & Associates, LLLC

(808) 547-5600

(808) 535-5700

(808) 377-4030 Kleintop & Luria

Maile M. Hirota

(808) 521-9200 Marr Jones & Wang

Anna Elento-Sneed ES&A Inc., A Law Corporation

Law Office of Darin R. Leong

Ronald Y. K. Leong Watanabe Ing

(808) 544-8300 Barry W. Marr

Marr Jones & Wang

(808) 536-4900 William N. Ota Ota & Hara

(808) 532-1728 Richard M. Rand

Marr Jones & Wang

(808) 536-4900 Paul M. Saito

Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Gregory M. Sato Kobayashi Sugita & Goda, LLP

(808) 535-5700 Sarah O. Wang

Marr Jones & Wang

(808) 536-4900

Christopher S. Yeh Marr Jones & Wang

(808) 536-4900

Labor Law— Union Keani Alapa

Alapa & Otake

(808) 528-5003

(808) 729-9400

Dean D. Choy

Cronin, Fried, Sekiya, Kekina & Fairbanks

Joseph A. Ernst

(808) 383-7087

(808) 600-3514

(808) 523-6000

Stacy Y. Ma

Wesley M. Fujimoto

Geoffrey K. S. Komeya

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

(808) 547-5600 Gregory K. Markham

Chee Markham & Kato

(808) 892-2913 Richard B. Miller

Tom Petrus & Miller

(808) 792-5800

Torkildson Katz

Ashford & Wriston

(808) 539-0400

Leighton M. Hara Ota & Hara

(808) 532-1728 Jeffrey S. Harris

Dean Choy

Lowell K. Y. Chun-Hoon

King Nakamura & Chun-Hoon

(808) 521-8042 Sean Kim*

Law Office of Sean Kim

(808) 386-8341

Torkildson Katz

(808) 523-6000 Patrick H. Jones

Marr Jones & Wang

(808) 536-4900

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Land Use and Zoning Law

Ivan M. Lui-Kwan

Christian K. Adams

(808) 537-6100

Adams Krek

(808) 777-2900 A. Bernard Bays

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

Kenneth B. Marcus

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100

William Meheula

Michael J. Belles

(808) 599-9554

(Kaua‘i) Belles Graham Proudfoot Wilson & Chun

(808) 245-4705 Calvert G. Chipchase IV

Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Douglas A. Codiga Schlack Ito

(808) 523-6040 Duane R. Fisher

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100

Katherine Garson (Hawai‘i Island) Carlsmith Ball

(808) 935-6644 Owen T. Iida

Imanaka Asato

(808) 521-9500 Brian A. Kang Watanabe Ing

(808) 544-8300 Karl K. Kobayashi

Meheula Law

Mark M. Murakami Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

(808) 531-8031

Craig G. Nakamura (Maui) Carlsmith Ball

Rodd H. Yano

John R. Love

Louise K. Y. Ing

Leighton M. Hara

(808) 523-2500

(808) 521-9200

(808) 524-1800

(808) 532-1728

Carlsmith Ball

Legal Malpractice Law—Defendants A. Bernard Bays

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100

William A. Bordner Ashford & Wriston

(808) 539-0400

Trevor A. Brown

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100

(808) 242-4535

Joachim P. Cox*

Anders G. O. Nervell

(808) 585-9440

Clay Iwamura Pulice & Nervell

(808) 535-8400

Christina N. Ohira

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100

Nathan T. Okubo Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Scott D. Radovich Schneider Tanaka Radovich Andrew & Tanaka

(808) 792-4200

Joseph A. Stewart

(808) 529-7300

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Pettit Law Hawai‘i

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Kenneth R. Kupchak

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(808) 529-7300

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(808) 537-6100

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(808) 533-1751

Jared N. Kawashima Yee & Kawashima

(808) 524-4501

Derek R. Kobayashi Schlack Ito

(808) 523-3080

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

(808) 547-5600

Rosemarie S. J. Sam Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

(808) 547-5600 Summer G. Shelverton

Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Douglas C. Smith Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

(808) 531-8031

(808) 523-6040

Carroll S. Taylor

Adrian L. Lavarias

(808) 913-0355

Lung Rose Voss & Wagnild

(808) 523-9000 Judy Yuriko Lee

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

(808) 547-5600

Scott A. Makuakane Est8Planning Counsel LLLC

(808) 587-8227 Joy M. Miyasaki Carlsmith Ball

(808) 523-2500

Taylor, Leong & Chee

Daniel C. Vermillion Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Eric S.T. Young*

Michael J. O’Malley Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

(808) 547-5600

Steven L. Rinesmith Rinesmith & Sekiguchi

(808) 534-4950

Mass Tort Litigation/ Class Actions— Defendants Thomas Benedict Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons

(808) 451-3180

Sharon V. Lovejoy

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100 William C. McCorriston

McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon

(808) 529-7300

Duane R. Miyashiro Chun Kerr LLP

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

(808) 531-8031

Bruce H. Wakuzawa*

The Law Offices Of Bruce H. Wakuzawa

(808) 523-1007

Thomas R. Daniel

Thomas R. Grande

Kobayashi Sugita & Goda, LLP

Cades Schutte

Lee & Martin

(808) 628-7531 Vito Galati

Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Ronald I. Heller* Torkildson Katz

(808) 523-6000

(808) 535-5700

Hugh R. Jones

Raymond K. Okada

(808) 539-0400

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

(808) 547-5600 Crystal K. Rose Lung Rose Voss & Wagnild

(808) 523-9000 74

Peter W. Olson Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200

Mediation Riki May Amano

Dispute Prevention & Resolution

(808) 523-1234

Louis L. C. Chang

Ashford & Wriston

Chris S. Mashiba Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Joy M. Miyasaki Carlsmith Ball

(808) 523-2500

HONOLULU MAGAZINE

Grande Law Offices

(808) 271-7500 Geoffrey K. S. Komeya*

Cronin, Fried, Sekiya, Kekina & Fairbanks

(808) 600-3514

Sharon V. Lovejoy

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100

Terence J. O’Toole

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100

Michael R. Marsh Case Lombardi

(808) 547-5400 Patricia Kim Park Park & Park

(808) 521-9200

Marr Jones & Wang

Jeffrey S. Portnoy

Sarah O. Wang

(808) 521-9200

Marr Jones & Wang

Crumpton Collaborative Solutions

(808) 284-9209 Byron C. Feldman II Kale Feldman, Esq.

(808) 256-5796

David H. Franzel David H. Franzel

(808) 371-0303 Jerry M. Hiatt

(Hawai‘i Island) Hiatt & Hiatt

(808) 523-1234 Susan M. Ichinose* Susan M. Ichinose

(808) 382-8888

Patrick H. Jones

Marr Jones & Wang

(808) 536-4900 Harvey J. Lung Lung Rose Voss & Wagnild

(808) 523-9000

Cades Schutte

(808) 536-4900

Arthur F. Roeca

Keith Y. Yamada

(808) 538-7500

Cades Schutte

Roeca Luria Shin

(808) 521-9200

Kristin S. Shigemura

Christopher S. Yeh

(808) 521-9200

Marr Jones & Wang

(808) 536-4900

William A. Bordner

Charles W. Crumpton

Cades Schutte

(808) 536-4900

Gerald S. Clay

Marr Jones & Wang

(808) 537-6119

Richard M. Rand

(808) 384-2468

(808) 535-8400

Chong, Nishimoto, Sia, Nakamura & Goya

Trisha L. Nishimoto

Medical Malpractice Law— Defendants

Clay Iwamura Pulice & Nervell

John S. Nishimoto*

(808) 536-3909

Lou Chang

(808) 585-9440

(808) 521-9200

Harry Y. Oda

Media Law

Madeleine M. V. Young

Cox Fricke

Kimberly A. Murakami

(808) 531-8031

(808) 523-1007

(808) 536-4900

Trever Asam

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

The Law Offices Of Bruce H. Wakuzawa

Christine Terada

(808) 528-8200

Mark M. Murakami

Bruce H. Wakuzawa

(808) 427-1406

Mass Tort Litigation/ Class Actions— Plaintiffs

(808) 548-5700

(808) 600-3514

Christopher J. Cole

Duane R. Miyashiro

Matsumoto Law Group

Cronin, Fried, Sekiya, Kekina & Fairbanks

(808) 528-8200

Law Offices of Eric S.T. Young

Litigation and Controversy—Tax

Chun Kerr LLP

Bert S. Sakuda

Ashford & Wriston

Cades Schutte

Medical Malpractice Law— Plaintiffs James J. Bickerton

Bickerton Law Group

(808) 599-3811

(808) 539-0400

Roy K.S. Chang

Thomas E. Cook

(808) 524-5803

Lyons, Brandt, Cook & Hiramatsu

(808) 524-7030

Gail Y. Cosgrove

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

(808) 547-5600

David A. Gruebner Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

(808) 547-5600

Leighton M. Hara Ota & Hara

(808) 532-1728 Jerry M. Hiatt

(Hawai‘i Island) Hiatt & Hiatt

(808) 523-1234 William S. Hunt

Dentons U.S. LLP

(808) 524-1800 April A. Luria

Roeca Luria Shin

(808) 538-7500 Stacy Y. Ma

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

(808) 547-5600

Shim & Chang

Mark S. Davis Davis Levin Livingston

(808) 740-0633 L. Richard Fried Jr.*

Cronin, Fried, Sekiya, Kekina & Fairbanks

(808) 600-3514 Jerry M. Hiatt

(Hawai‘i Island) Hiatt & Hiatt

(808) 523-1234 Geoffrey K. S. Komeya

Cronin, Fried, Sekiya, Kekina & Fairbanks

(808) 600-3514 Michael K. Livingston Davis Levin Livingston

(808) 740-0633 Robert Miyashita

Miyashita & O’Steen

(808) 909-8770

Judith Ann Pavey

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100

Barry W. Marr

Marr Jones & Wang

(808) 536-4900

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We congratulate our lawyers on being recognized in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America

Best Lawyers® in Honolulu Paul D. Alston “Lawyer of the Year” (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 1993) • Appellate Practice •

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Nickolas Kacprowski (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2024) • Commercial Litigation William M. Kaneko (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2009) • Government Contracts • Government Relations Practice John-Anderson L. Meyer (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2021) • Commercial Litigation • Litigation - Health Care • Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants • Product Liability Litigation - Defendants John S. Rhee (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2021) • Commercial Litigation • Employment Law Management • Litigation - Labor and Employment William W. L. Yuen (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2015) • Natural Resources Law • Real Estate Law

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James Blaine Rogers III

Alika L. Piper

William A. Bordner

Arthur F. Roeca

(808) 539-0400

(808) 538-7500

Chun Kerr LLP

Ashford & Wriston

(808) 740-0633

Tom E. Roesser

Thomas E. Bush

John D. Thomas

(808) 523-2500

Davis Levin Livingston

Cronin, Fried, Sekiya, Kekina & Fairbanks

(808) 600-3514

Allen K. Williams Trecker Fritz & Williams

(808) 797-3363

Mergers and Acquisitions Law Kenneth B. Marcus*

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100

(808) 528-8200 Carlsmith Ball

Michael A. Yoshida Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

(808) 531-8031

Natural Resources Law Benjamin A. Kudo Ashford & Wriston

(808) 539-0400

William W. L. Yuen Dentons U.S. LLP

(808) 524-1800

Darren L. Nunn

McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon

(808) 529-7300

Michael J. O’Malley Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

(808) 547-5600

Stewart Pressman McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon

(808) 529-7300

E. Gunner Schull Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Gerald A. Sumida

Nonprofit/ Charities Law Joanne Lo Grimes*

Thomas Bush Law Office

(808) 536-2874

Thomas E. Cook*

(808) 547-5600

(808) 524-7030 Lyle S. Hosoda

Roy J. Bell III

Hosoda Law Group

(808) 524-3700

William S. Hunt

Dentons U.S. LLP

(808) 524-1800 Lanson Kupau

Bronster Fujichaku Robbins

(808) 524-5644

Normand R. Lezy

Cox Wootton Lerner Griffin & Hansen LLP

Hugh R. Jones

April A. Luria

Law Office of Roy J. Bell

(808) 533-1163 James J. Bickerton

Bickerton Law Group

(808) 599-3811

Sherry P. Broder Law Offices of Sherry P. Broder

(808) 531-1411

Roy K.S. Chang

(808) 538-7500

(808) 537-2525

Joy M. Miyasaki

Stacy Y. Ma

Michael R. Cruise

Schlack Ito

(808) 523-6040

McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon

Dentons U.S. LLP

(808) 524-1800

Davis Levin Livingston

(808) 740-0633

Sidney K. Ayabe

John S. Nishimoto

Sharon V. Lovejoy

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100

Thomas Benedict Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons

(808) 451-3180

HONOLULU MAGAZINE

(808) 244-3933

Cronin, Fried, Sekiya, Kekina & Fairbanks

(808) 600-3514 (Maui) KRUEGERLAW

Michael K. Livingston Davis Levin Livingston

(808) 528-8200 Tom Petrus & Miller

(808) 524-4600

John S. Edmunds, Attorney at Law

(808) 524-2000

Chong, Nishimoto, Sia, Nakamura & Goya

L. Richard Fried Jr.

Jeffrey S. Portnoy

Collin M. Fritz

(808) 537-6119 Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Kenneth S. Robbins Bronster Fujichaku Robbins

(808) 524-5644

(808) 529-7300

Robert Miyashita

(808) 909-8770

(808) 792-5800

(808) 533-1163

Geoffrey K. S. Komeya

Christopher A. Dias

(808) 524-1800

(808) 544-8300

Michael K. Tateishi

Jeremy O’Steen

John S. Edmunds

Watanabe Ing

(808) 537-2525

Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner

(808) 524-5803

Shim & Chang

Lee T. Nakamura

Law Office of Roy J. Bell

Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner

Miyashita & O’Steen

Paul D. Alston

Jonathan Lai*

Stuart Kodish

Harvey M. Demetrakopoulos

Trevor A. Brown

Roy J. Bell III

Woodruff K. Soldner

(808) 537-2525 (Maui) Tateishi & Tanaka

John D. Thomas*

Cronin, Fried, Sekiya, Kekina & Fairbanks

(808) 600-3514 Richard Turbin

Turbin Chu Heidt, Attorneys

(808) 528-4000

Allen K. Williams

Richard E. Wilson

Chun Kerr LLP

(808) 258-3724

(808) 204-8132

McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon

Personal Injury Litigation— Defendants

(808) 535-8400

Mattoch & Kirley

(808) 740-0633

Mark S. Davis

Law Office of Christopher A. Dias

Clay Iwamura Pulice & Nervell

Daniel P. Kirley

Davis Levin Livingston

William C. McCorriston

Duane R. Miyashiro

Sidney K. Ayabe

(808) 468-6484

Loretta A. Sheehan

William C. McCorriston

Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law

Steven T. Iwamura

Law Offices of Jon Jacobs

(808) 600-3514

(808) 537-2525

John-Anderson L. Meyer

Dentons U.S. LLP

Jon S. Jacobs

Cronin, Fried, Sekiya, Kekina & Fairbanks

(808) 547-5600

Martin E. Hsia

(808) 537-6100

(808) 524-3700

Gerald Y. Sekiya

Trecker Fritz & Williams

Tom Van Winkle

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

Hosoda Law Group

(808) 740-0633

(808) 529-7300

(808) 521-9200

Lyle S. Hosoda

Cronin, Fried, Sekiya, Kekina & Fairbanks

Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

Patent Law Cades Schutte

(808) 600-3514

(808) 244-7444

Roeca Luria Shin

Jeffrey S. Piper

(808) 599-9200

Robert Aaron Creps

(808) 539-0400

(808) 523-2500

Bert S. Sakuda

Law Office of Sue Vo Hansen

James Krueger

(808) 524-5803

Ashford & Wriston

Carlsmith Ball

Sue Vo Hansen

Shim & Chang

Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner

(808) 523-2500

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

Personal Injury Litigation— Plaintiffs

(808) 523-2500

Carlsmith Ball

Calvin E. Young

Lyons, Brandt, Cook & Hiramatsu

(808) 744-7020 ext. 10

Carlsmith Ball

Roeca Luria Shin

Cronin, Fried, Sekiya, Kekina & Fairbanks

(808) 600-3514 Trecker Fritz & Williams

(808) 797-3363

(808) 909-8770

(808) 797-3363 Law Office of Richard E. Wilson

(808) 545-1311

Matthew C. Winter Davis Levin Livingston

(808) 740-0633

Miyashita & O’Steen

Cynthia K. Wong

Thomas M. Otake

(808) 727-2921

Alapa & Otake

(808) 528-5003 Wayne D. Parsons

Wayne Parsons Law Offices

(808) 845-2211

(Maui) Cynthia K. Wong

John D. Yamane Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner

(808) 537-2525

Judith Ann Pavey

Product Liability Litigation— Defendants

(808) 537-6100

Thomas Benedict

James Blaine Rogers III

(808) 451-3180

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

Davis Levin Livingston

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(808) 208-8840 Gail Y. Cosgrove

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

(808) 547-5600

David A. Gruebner Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

Jon S. Jacobs

Law Offices of Jon Jacobs

Project Finance Law

(808) 468-6484

Karl K. Kobayashi

Daniel P. Kirley

(808) 523-2500

Mattoch & Kirley

Carlsmith Ball

William C. McCorriston

Jon T. Yamamura

(808) 538-7500 Stacy Y. Ma

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon

(808) 529-7300

Robert Miyashita

Miyashita & O’Steen

(808) 909-8770

Jeremy O’Steen

Miyashita & O’Steen

(808) 547-5600

(808) 909-8770

John P. Manaut

Judith Ann Pavey

Carlsmith Ball

(808) 523-2500 John-Anderson L. Meyer

Dentons U.S. LLP

(808) 524-1800 Calvin E. Young

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

(808) 547-5600

Product Liability Litigation— Plaintiffs Sherry P. Broder Law Offices of Sherry P. Broder

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100 Bert S. Sakuda

Cronin, Fried, Sekiya, Kekina & Fairbanks

(808) 600-3514

John D. Thomas*

Cronin, Fried, Sekiya, Kekina & Fairbanks

(808) 600-3514

Professional Malpractice Law— Defendants Joachim P. Cox* Cox Fricke

(808) 531-1411

(808) 585-9440

Trevor A. Brown

James A. Kawachika

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

Deeley King Pang & Van Etten

Carlsmith Ball

(808) 523-2500

Public Finance Law Brian Tadashi Hirai McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon

(808) 529-7300

Qui Tam Law Thomas R. Grande Grande Law Offices

(808) 271-7500

Sharon V. Lovejoy

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100

(808) 792-4200

Gail Otsuka Ayabe Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

(808) 547-5600

William C. McCorriston

(808) 521-9200

Michael R. Cruise Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner

(808) 537-2525 Mark F. Gallagher Law Office of Mark Gallagher

(808) 535-1500

Kenneth S. Robbins Bronster Fujichaku Robbins

(808) 524-5644 Jeffrey H. K. Sia

Chong, Nishimoto, Sia, Nakamura & Goya

(808) 537-6119

HONOLULU MAGAZINE

Cades Schutte

Michael J. Belles (Kaua‘i) Belles Graham Proudfoot Wilson & Chun

(808) 245-4705

Trevor A. Brown

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 528-8200 Richard J. Kiefer Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Karl K. Kobayashi Carlsmith Ball

(808) 523-2500

(808) 242-4535

Christine A. Kubota

Christopher T. Harrison

(808) 531-8031

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

Calvert G. Chipchase IV

(808) 521-9200

Benjamin A. Kudo

C. Michael Heihre

(808) 539-0400

Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Gerald S. Clay

Clay Iwamura Pulice & Nervell

(808) 535-8400

Darren P. Conley

Sullivan Law Group

(808) 628-7511

Thomas R. Daniel Lee & Martin

(808) 628-7531 Eric A. Elkind Schlack Ito

(808) 523-6040 Matthew T. Evans (808) 531-8031

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

(808) 547-5600

Duane R. Fisher

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

(808) 537-6100

Stacey W. E. Foy Case Lombardi

(808) 547-5400 Alan S. Fujimoto

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

(808) 547-5600

Katherine Garson (Hawai‘i Island) Carlsmith Ball

(808) 935-6644

(808) 537-6100

Andrew R. Bunn

(808) 521-9200

(808) 528-8200

(Maui) Carlsmith Ball

Chun Kerr LLP

Cades Schutte

Christopher T. Goodin

Chun Kerr LLP

GrekinLaw

Kekoa Keiley

(808) 537-6100

Lani L. Ewart

Schneider Tanaka Radovich Andrew & Tanaka

Robert Aaron Creps

(808) 529-7300

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

David Frazier Andrew

Lisa D. Ayabe

(808) 537-2525

Norman H.Y. Cheng

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

(808) 533-1751

McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon

Chun Kerr LLP

Real Estate Law

(808) 537-6100 Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner

Catherine L. M. Hall

(808) 528-8200

David J. Hoftiezer

Roeca Luria Shin

(808) 778-7590

Lawrence S. Okinaga

(808) 523-2500

(808) 539-0400

(808) 523-9000 Andrew W. Char

Cronin, Fried, Sekiya, Kekina & Fairbanks

Ashford & Wriston

Nancy N. Grekin

(808) 523-2500

Carlsmith Ball

Robert Bruce Graham Jr.

Lung Rose Voss & Wagnild

Geoffrey K. S. Komeya

Carlsmith Ball

April A. Luria*

Michael C. Carroll

Vicki Y. Nakahara

(808) 600-3514

(808) 547-5600

(808) 521-0400

(808) 204-8132

(808) 547-5600

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

William C. Byrns

Rush Moore

Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Sachi E. Hiatt

Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Natalie S. Hiu

Ashford & Wriston

Gregory W. Kugle Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

(808) 531-8031

Kenneth R. Kupchak

Schlack Ito

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

Owen T. Iida

Na Lan

(808) 523-6040 Imanaka Asato

(808) 521-9500 Mitchell A. Imanaka

(808) 531-8031

Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

(808) 531-8031

Imanaka Asato

Adam G. Lang

Mark F. Ito

(808) 526-0892

(808) 521-9500 Schlack Ito

Durrett Lang Morse, LLLP

(808) 523-6040

Kelly G. LaPorte

Raymond S. Iwamoto

(808) 521-9200

Cades Schutte

Schlack Ito

Adrian L. Lavarias

Steven T. Iwamura

(808) 523-9000

(808) 523-6040 Clay Iwamura Pulice & Nervell

(808) 535-8400 Alexander R. Jampel

Jampel Law Firm

(808) 226-7950 Joel D. Kam

McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon

(808) 529-7300

Lung Rose Voss & Wagnild

Philip J. Leas

Cades Schutte

(808) 521-9200 Terrence M. Lee Lee & Martin

(808) 628-7531 Jennifer A. Lim

Law Office of Jennifer A. Lim LLLC

(808) 542-8516

Chenise S. Kanemoto

Steven S. C. Lim

(808) 591-1568

(808) 935-6644

Ziva Law

Russell S. Kato

Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel

(808) 547-5600

(Hawai‘i Island) Carlsmith Ball

Carol E. Lockwood

Schlack Ito

(808) 523-6040

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2025 “Lawyer of the Year” for Energy Law. Also recognized for Administrative/ Regulatory Law, Energy Regulatory Law, and Utilities Law.

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“LAWYER OF THE YEAR” IS MUCH MORE THAN A TITLE. ONLY ONE HAWAI‘I ATTORNEY IS SELECTED IN EACH PRACTICE AREA EVERY YEAR BASED ON PARTICULARLY OUTSTANDING REVIEWS BY THEIR DISTINGUISHED PEERS.

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Rick Fried • AUTOMOBILE • AVIATION • MEDICAL MALPRACTICE • PRODUCTS LIABILITY L. RICHARD FRIED JR. CRONIN FRIED SEKIYA KEKINA & FAIRBANKS 841 Bishop St., Ste. 501 Honolulu, HI 96813 (808) 524-1433 WWW.CRONINFRIED.COM

RICK FRIED HAS BEEN RECOGNIZED IN THE BEST LAWYERS IN AMERICA® SINCE 1983; and has

been honored as the “Lawyer of the Year” in both Plaintiffs Medical Malpractice and Plaintiffs Personal Injury law. He is the 2025 “Lawyer of the Year” in Medical Malpractice LawPlaintiffs. Rick won one of the largest court awards in the nation in 2024 at $916 million, as well as some of the largest medical malpractice court awards in Hawaii history, including judgments of $24.7 million, $16.5 million and $9 million. With more than 50 years of experience, Rick has handled high profile personal injury and medical malpractice cases here in Hawaii and throughout the Pacific. From helicopter passengers blown out of the sky by a malfunctioning military missile, United flight 811 that lost a cargo door flying out of Honolulu sucking passengers out over the ocean, Aloha flight 243’s loss of its upper fuselage leaving passengers exposed, to the administration of carbon

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dioxide instead of oxygen to a newborn baby resulting in permanent brain damage. Rick has represented injured victims from Hawaii and around the world. He has numerous multi-million dollar recoveries arising out of automobile collisions, airplane and helicopter crashes, and medical malpractice. Rick served for many years as the Air Force Academy Liaison Officer Commander, for high school students wishing to attend the Academy, before retiring as a Lt. Colonel. A competitive tennis player since college, Rick was ranked #1 in the nation in his age group in 2022, and continues to represent the U S in many international Senior Cup matches worldwide.

With more than 50 years of experience, Rick has handled the highest profile cases in Hawaii, including a record $916 million court award in 2024.

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Geoﬀrey Komeya • • • • • •

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BORN, RAISED, AND EDUCATED IN HAWAII, GEOFF KOMEYA

began his legal career as a judicial clerk in the U.S. District Court for Judge Samuel P. King, and was then selected by Ronald T.Y. Moon, Chief Justice of the Hawaii Supreme Court, to serve as his judicial clerk for two terms. Geoff joined Cronin Fried Sekiya Kekina & Fairbanks in 1996 where he has dedicated himself to helping individuals and families whose lives have been devastated by serious injuries and deaths. Geoff was awarded the 2025 “Lawyer of the Year” for Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions by Best Lawyers in America. Geoff has represented surviving family members of many who were killed in two of Hawaii’s most notorious mass tort incidents – the Xerox mass murder shooting of eight employees; and the Ka Loko dam breach that killed seven people, including an unborn child, and flooded numerous homes downstream. In addition to Mass Tort Litigation, Geoff was the 2023 “Lawyer of

the Year” in Product Liability-Plaintiffs, and is also recognized in Best Lawyers in Hawaii in the practice areas of Personal Injury Litigation-Plaintiffs; Medical Malpractice Law-Plaintiffs; Insurance Law; and Insurance Litigation. He is indebted to his colleagues, mentors, and especially his support staff for helping him achieve this recognition. Most of all, Geoff is forever grateful to his mother Eileen who, as a single mom, sacrificed to send him to good schools, taught him to work hard and to help others less fortunate than himself.

RECOGNIZED IN BEST LAWYERS IN HAWAI‘I FOR:

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Bert Sakuda • • • • •

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four “Lawyer of the Year” recipients at Cronin Fried Sekiya Kekina & Fairbanks, which is recognized by Best Law Firms® with a top Tier One ranking in Personal Injury Litigation— Plaintiffs; Medical Malpractice Law— Plaintiffs; Product Liability Law— Plaintiffs; Mass Torts Litigation/Class Actions—Plaintiffs; Insurance Law; and Insurance Litigation. Bert Sakuda received the “Lawyer of the Year” award for 2025 in Insurance Law. His interest in insurance began in 1986 as a member of a group tasked with consolidating Hawaii’s insurance laws into Hawaii’s first Insurance Code enacted in 1987. He actively participated in insurance legislation for the next 35 years. Bert litigated numerous cases, involving hundreds of clients, related to insurance coverage, its proper offer and rejection, application of mainland policies to Hawaii accidents and bad faith insurance practices in both state and

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federal courts. He has been a speaker on insurance issues to lawyers; judges; legislators; insurance claims adjusters, managers, underwriters and agents; and on public television. He has also tried personal injury cases in both state and federal courts, as well as handled appeals in the Hawaii Supreme Court, Intermediate Court of Appeals and federal Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. Bert Sakuda has been “Lawyer of the Year” thirteen times during his career, in Personal Injury Litigation-Plaintiffs, Product Liability Litigation-Plaintiffs, Mass Torts/Class Actions-Plaintiffs, and Insurance Law. He is also recognized in Best Lawyers in America in Insurance Litigation.

THIRTEEN “LAWYER OF THE YEAR” AWARDS IN HONOLULU FOR:

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Lawyers®. John Thomas has dedicated his career to helping those seriously or fatally injured, and their families, as a result of medical malpractice, motor vehicle collisions, defective products and the negligence of others. He is recognized in Best Lawyers for his practice in Medical Malpractice LawPlaintiffs, Personal Injury LitigationPlaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation-Plaintiffs. John has tried more than 40 personal injury, medical malpractice and product liability cases in all state circuit courts (Oahu, Maui, Hawaii and Kauai) and in federal court. He has handled numerous cases resulting in multi-million dollar court awards and settlements. John Thomas attended Princeton University and UC Berkeley Law School before coming to Hawaii in

1974 to join a prominent large law firm in downtown Honolulu where he represented insurance companies in defending against personal injury claims. John found the work unfulfilling as he witnessed the impact of serious injury and death upon innocent individuals and their families. He joined Cronin Fried Sekiya Kekina & Fairbanks in 1980 where he has handled medical malpractice, product liability and personal injury cases. He has received the highest peer review rating by other lawyers for more than 30 years. He is honored to be recognized as Lawyer of the Year in two practice areas; and thankful to his many clients who have placed their trust in him.

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Bruce H. Wakuzawa BEST LAW FIRMS— • TOP TIER 1—INSURANCE LAW, • MASS TORT / CLASS ACTION LAW OFFICE OF BRUCE H. WAKUZAWA 735 BISHOP STREET, SUITE 226 HONOLULU, HI 96813 (808) 523-1007 WWW.BRUCEWAKUZAWA.COM

REPRESENTING INDIVIDUALS AND BUSINESSES FOR OVER 30 YEARS in various civil litigation and

personal injury matters, including complex insurance coverage and bad faith disputes. Mr. Wakuzawa has been practicing law in Hawai‘i since 1986 and is a graduate of the University of Michigan School of Law. He has been listed in Best Lawyers® since 2007.

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“Bruce Wakuzawa recently represented us in complicated litigation involving numerous insurers. We are very pleased with the outcome he achieved. With over 35 years in the real estate development business, I really never appreciated the importance and the complexities of the insurance industry as it relates to complicated litigation cases until working with Bruce. Bruce thinks through all issues before acting and ensures that we, as the client, are involved in all decisions. While he can be aggressive and persistent with opposing parties and counsel, Bruce is always courteous and easy to work with.” STANFORD CARR STANFORD CARR DEVELOPMENT LLC

“Bruce Wakuzawa was referred to me by another construction company, and his legal work in two complex multiparty lawsuits has resulted in favorable outcomes. He litigated skillfully and successfully against a multibillion-dollar global insurance company. He is an excellent, hands-on attorney who kept us informed of our cases at all times. Bruce demonstrated a sincere interest and concern for our company, and we always felt that our interests were well protected.” RON YEE PRESIDENT AND CEO, WASA ELECTRICAL SERVICES INC.

FOOD AND DRINK

STORY AND PHOTOS BY MARTHA CHENG

5 Chefs to Watch In their dishes and kitchens, they’re helping to shape the city’s restaurant scene.

Arnold Corpuz, executive chef at Cino

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O BE A CHEF IS TO BE A CRAFTSPERSON , applying art-

istry to food. But chefs are also tradespeople, enduring intense physical demands to produce consistent results, all while managing cooks on the line. Despite glossy features—like this one!—it can be largely thankless work. Here are five chefs to take note of, each driven by curiosity and the dynamic nature of the job.

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that came from Hawai‘i,” she says. “There’s something very happy about the way they lived and shared. There was always food around and they were always playing music.” She enrolled in Kapi‘olani Community College’s culinary school and worked at Alan Wong’s The Pineapple Room. She then spent 12 years in New York, working at Café Boulud, the barbecue spot Char No. 4, Locanda Verde, and The Dutch. Finally, in 2016, she returned to the Islands. Her husband, whom she had met at Locanda, had been hired to work at Senia, but when they arrived in Honolulu, it wasn’t open yet. They stood on the sidewalk, peering in, when Chuck Bussler, Maii’s husband and co-owner of Fête, walked by. “Hey, looking for a job?” he asked Iguchi. “No, thank you,” she replied, with no idea who he was. Some months later Maii called, and Iguchi became Fête’s sous chef. “The curiosity never stops,” she says, about cooking and running a kitchen. “It’s not just how to manage people, but to help people understand how to live their life. Like how do you become responsible enough to mise en place your things [and] to mise en place your life, to actually pay rent, to deal with other people, to have good relationships? It’s more than just food.” Which is a very Mr. Miyagi-like thing to say.

shaped by tenacity. She started with a lot of cut fingers and kept practicing until she became known as “that girl with really good knife skills,” as another chef described her. Iguchi is now Fête’s executive chef, having helped lead the restaurant to a James Beard Award in 2022. “Karate Kid is my favorite movie,” she says. “You just gotta keep pushing. It’s about joy in repetition; it’s being excited to do the same thing over and over and do it better every single time.” To Fête’s menu, a collaboration between Iguchi and chef and coowner Robynne Maii, Iguchi tends to bring more Italian flavors, as in the house-made ricotta cavatelli with Italian lamb sausage punctuated with olives and preserved lemon. “I’m just very romantic about Italy and Spain,” Iguchi says. “The colors and the sunset and the people [all] come out in the food.” That sunny warmth is especially evoked in Fête’s 15-layer lasagna—delicate house-made pasta sheets layered with eggplant béchamel and mushroom ragu. There’s also a meaty version with venison, pork and beef, and another of chicken, chicken livers and pork. Originally from Northern California, Iguchi graduated from UCLA, where she joined the Hawai‘i Club. “I was just so interested in everyone

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“That’s why I really enjoy working in the kitchen. I’m always learning, no matter what. At this point, I’m still learning.” ARNOLD CORPUZ

—Arnold Corpuz, executive chef, Cino

Executive chef, Cino

HAWAI‘I CHANGED A LOT while

Arnold Corpuz was away. After he graduated from Farrington High School in 2000, he left for culinary school in Portland, Oregon, and stints in San Francisco and Las Vegas. Two decades later, Jin Hong, a friend from intermediate school days, approached him with a job offer at his upcoming restaurant, and in 2023 Corpuz came home to helm Cino.   “I was surprised how the food here evolved so much,” Corpuz says. “The techniques had evolved—they’re not so simple anymore.” At Cino, he asked his cooks what they ate at restaurants, “to see what Hawai‘i wants,” as if he had landed in a foreign country, and not where he was born. But “that’s why I really enjoy working in the kitchen,” he says. “I’m always learning, no matter what. At this point, I’m still learning.” In prior years, Corpuz was the executive chef at Eataly and Carnevino and the culinary director of Brezza and Bar Zazu at Resorts World Las Vegas. Without chef Nicole Brisson’s mentorship there, he says, “I wouldn’t have done so well. She gave me space. Because of her I could really expand my creativity.”

At Cino, Corpuz melds an American steakhouse with an Italian restaurant. He’s particularly proud of his pastas, such as the crab spaghetti, and meats dry-aged in-house, including tomahawk steaks, pork chops and duck. Preparing the duck is a weeklong process that includes a four-day dry age and a technique similar to preparing Chinese roast duck in which air is pumped between the skin and meat. The duck is served two ways: the leg confited and deepfried so the skin is as crispy as a chicharron, and the breast pan-roasted with a reduction of port wine and orange juice. The hit of citrus is one of Corpuz’s signature flavors, a jolt of acid to brighten and balance. A few dishes incorporate Vegas panache, like the tuna carpaccio, what he calls Cino’s style of poke, overlaid with a filigreed tuille spiced with Calabrian chile. But for the most part, the presentations are understated. Corpuz may have found that the food in Hawai‘i is not as simple as he remembered, but the trick, as his chef at Spago Las Vegas used to tell him, is learning how to keep it simple.

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Chef and co-owner, Giovedì B AO T RA N I S N OT I N T E R E ST E D I N B E ING A PURIST. He’s also not interested in

the maximalist-bordering-on-unhinged Italian dining popping up across the country. What he wants is the space in between, where there’s room for people like him, of Vietnamese descent, and his wife and co-owner in Giovedì, Jennifer Akiyoshi, of Japanese heritage, to make their mark on Italian American cuisine. Giovedì, their restaurant in Chinatown, is “very Italian-focused, but also we want to celebrate our backgrounds and our heritage,” Tran says. “We wanted to be able to bring some of those melting pot flavors into our cuisine, but not make it gimmicky or kitschy. The hard part about conceptualizing each dish is like, OK, could a Chinese person, an Italian person, eat this dish and recognize their cultures and part of their heritage in this dish?” His take on gnocco fritto threads that needle. Traditionally, the fried dough is served as a snack with cured meats. When Tran tasted it in Italy, it reminded him of one of his favorite Vietnamese treats growing up, banh tieu, a hollow fried doughnut coated in sesame seeds. So at Giovedì, he pairs banh tieu with prosciutto. For a pork chop dish, he marinates the meat in a char siu marinade, grills it like an Italian steak over charcoal, and finishes it with a fruity and sharp olive oil. “We don’t want to

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offend anybody, but at the same time, these cuisines mash up really well,” Tran says. “If treated with respect for the ingredient and respect for the culture, you can create something really beautiful.” He credits his time with Major Food Group, whose restaurants include the modern Italian American Carbone in New York, as one of his greatest influences. Virginia-born Tran spent about a decade in New York before moving to Hawai‘i, where Akiyoshi is from and where they helped open Mad Bene. Akiyoshi

runs Giovedì’s dining room, but she’s also behind “Mrs. Tran’s tiramisu,” which pokes fun at the nonna-in-thekitchen trope. People assume “Mrs. Tran” is Tran’s mom. Rather, it’s an inside joke, a nod to the time Tran’s attempt to impress Akiyoshi by making tiramisu turned into a goopy disaster. She spent the entire next day preparing seven different versions in pursuit of perfection. It is the most traditional dish on the menu. Tran’s skill is not just knowing how to combine cultures on a plate. It’s also knowing when to leave them alone.

10 N. Hotel St., (808) 723-9049, giovedihawaii.com, @giovedirestaurant

“If treated with respect for the ingredient and respect for the culture, you can create something really beautiful.” —Bao Tran, chef and co-owner, Giovedì

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Executive chef, Lovers + Fighters CASEY KUSAK A LIKES TO SAY he was born

on a Zippy’s banquette. His parents met at Zippy’s—his mother was a server and his father one of its first employees, working with its founders to open locations across the island—and Kusaka remembers always falling asleep on the banquettes. Since then, he hasn’t strayed far from restaurants, whether cooking at Zia’s in Kāne‘ohe, where he was born and raised, or waiting tables at Momofuku Ko in New York. He is a rare professional proficient in both the front and back of the house. The straddling of worlds shaped his career: Kusaka attended KCC and the Culinary Institute of America and worked as a noodle cook at Momofuku Noodle Bar, slinging almost 500 servings a night before turning to the front of the house, including a stint as the general manager at two-

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Michelin-starred Californios in San Francisco. He came home for family. “I got a chance to work at some really fine dining restaurants,” he says. “But I think deep down in my heart, I like the ugly, delicious food. I like the plate lunches and I like cooking comfort food that has soul.” So “being surrounded by my family and the original influences of cooking for each other … my mind and my heart [said] I needed to get back into the kitchen.” At Little Plum, part of the Lovers + Fighters restaurant group, Kusaka taps into memories of turkey jook after Thanksgiving with his mushroom and chicken rice porridge, topped with a shoyu-marinated egg and shredded confit chicken crisped on the plancha. A menchi katsu resembles a loco moco but comes with a panko-breaded and fried hamburger patty, an example of how he says he likes to “weave in different techniques and flavors while keeping it light and fun and whimsical. I always check in with my cooks, like, ‘Does it taste good? Does it feel good making it and does it make you feel good eating it?’ If you answer yes to those questions, no matter what it looks like on the plate, someone’s gonna enjoy it.”

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JASON KIYOTA Chef-owner, Threadfin

FO R E I G H T Y E A R S, Jason Kiyota’s The

Food Company Café in Kailua was a destination for those in the know. By day, Kiyota served grab-and-go lunches. At night, he set the tables and shaved black truffles over Hokkaido scallops and porcini risotto, or sprinkled bubu arare over creamy curry crab pastas. He often served moi—his favorite fish since his father taught him how to catch it with a bamboo pole when he was 5—searing it for a crisp skin and bathing it in a saffron nage with melted leeks. Kiyota cooked with a few induction cooktops and a small oven until 2019, when he decided to open his own place in Kāhala. But the pandemic hit, lease negotiations dissolved, and Kiyota turned to catering. Now, finally, he has a place of his own. Threadfin, another name for his favorite fish, opened last September in Kapahulu’s Kilohana Square, more polished than his

previous space, but just as intimate with 30 seats. A monthly changing prix fixe showcases Kiyota’s melding of flavors, which have evolved from Asian with French underpinnings to increasingly global influences, as with a steak over ras-el-hanout cream or scallop aguachile paired with a lime-leaf-dusted rice cracker. If there is one through line, it would be Thai seasonings, informed by Kiyota’s year in Thailand after graduating from the KCC culinary school. He attended culinary classes at an agricultural college in Bangkok, frequenting food stalls in his free time. A khao man gai vendor under one of the city’s Skytrain stations made the best chicken and rice he ever tasted. “It’s all by eye, and the taste is so good and so consistent,” he remembers. “It was kind of shocking knowing that somebody can make a living off doing one dish.” Afterward

he traveled the country to explore its regional cuisines, from the thinner broths in the north to the more coconut milk-heavy curries in the south. Back in Hawai‘i, while working in kitchens at the Royal Hawaiian, Sheraton and Halekūlani hotels, Kiyota continued to travel and cook—heading to a two-week food festival in Bolivia and chef courses at the Culinary Institute of America in Napa. A small restaurant was never his intention. Kiyota recently took over the feng shui shop next to Threadfin, expanding the restaurant’s dining room and adding an à la carte menu. Now he can invite more people to the table. 1014 Kapahulu Ave., (808) 692-2562, threadfinbistro.com, @threadfinbistro

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AFTERTHOUGHTS

BY DIANE SEO

What a Trip! Why I’m heading deep into the woods of Florida.

paring for a solo trip to the Temple of the Universe in Alachua, Florida. “Say what?” you and everyone else asks. “It sounds like a cult,” my 19-year-old daughter says of my plans to spend four days deep in the woods outside Gainesville. She knows me, though, deeming me “such a hippie,” and accepts the news with a smirk and a giggle. The Temple of the Universe is not as New Age-y as its name suggests. It’s a yoga and meditation center opened in 1975 by Michael Singer, whose three bestselling books include the pivotal The Untethered Soul. He speaks at the temple three times a week, and everything is free. In an email, the center’s manager told me registration isn’t required and provided links to a Holiday Inn Express and other places to stay. So how did things come to this? Let’s just say it’s been a transformative few years. Like everybody, I’ve been through life turbulences that have caused anxiety and stress. I realize now that my thoughts often lead to overreactions, and to be at peace, I have to work on myself from within. External circumstances shouldn’t dictate whether I’m happy or sad, calm or riled up. The goal is to be centered, no matter what happens. So, I’ve been working on it. I listen to books and lectures on Audible, all kinds of philosophical, psychological and spiritual reads. I did this while walking our family dog, who passed away in October, around Kapi‘olani Park. It was such a meditative experience to take these early-morning and evening walks with our sweetest boy, a 14-year-old rescued and deaf pit bull, who was equally oblivious to outside noises. I started with Wayne Dyer’s Change Your Thoughts—Change Your Life, then listened to Yung Pueblo’s Inward and Thich Nhat Hanh’s collection of Buddhist teachings. Eventually, I explored Eckhart Tolle’s The Power of Now, Ram Dass’ Be Here Now, David Hawkins’ Letting Go, Paramahansa Yogananda’s

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Autobiography of a Yogi and more. I also went to hear Deepak Chopra speak at Hawai‘i Theatre last year, attend meditation sessions at a Buddhist temple, go to yoga four or five times a week, and take part in breathing workshops. While all of this has fostered growth, two books truly resonated. The first was The Courage to Be Disliked by Fumitake Koga and Ichiro Kishimi. It’s an international bestseller that unfolds as a dialogue between a young man and a philosopher steeped in Alfred Adler’s psychology. Among the revelations sparked by their conversation, one hit like a bolt—the paralyzing need to be liked, admired and respected, accompanied by a fear of failure and rejection. Adler encourages us to have the courage to overcome this so we can be free and happy. This message stuck. Then I listened to Singer’s The Untethered Soul three times in a row. His advice on how to live a joyful, peaceful life is sensible and scientific. His main teaching focuses on being free from the mind and its insidious stream of thoughts, which he likens to an “annoying inner roommate.” He encourages conscious awareness, acknowledging that while things do happen and thoughts and emotions will arise, we can relax and release them. Achieving this will rid ourselves of past scars and make us capable of handling anything so life can be fully enjoyed. He suggests starting with “low-hanging fruit,” like being stuck in traffic or dealing with bad weather and letting the emotions that arise from such irritations pass. Then we can start working on bigger issues, even the hardest ones. I’ve been following his suggestions, and while this may sound hyperbolic, it’s been life-changing. So here I come, Temple of the Universe. I don’t expect anything magical to happen, I just want to go. I liken it to how people travel to see a concert or visit Vegas for the umpteenth time. This is my Disneyland, to hear Singer (who ironically goes by the nickname “Mickey”) speak in person. I’ll let you know how it goes—it’ll be an ongoing journey. JAMES NAKAMURA

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