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R Aloha Mai! What a pleasure it is to welcome you to Royal Hawaiian Center. We are so proud to present our newly renovated Royal Grove after many months of improvements. Over the past few months we’ve witnessed the already beautiful core of the Center blossom into a breathtaking oasis beneath the Kahalaopuna Bridge between Buildings B and C. The Royal Grove is designed especially for you.

It is the intent of our owner, Kamehameha Schools, for The Royal Grove to be a festive gathering place for kama‘āina (locals) and malihini (visitor), and that is just what it has become. Hawaiian music, hula, cultural classes and year-round special event keep the Grove alive with the spirit of ho‘okipa or Hawaiian hospitality.

New water features, a performance area, enhanced lighting and improved circulation are among the Royal Grove Enhancements Project’s results. Island-style landscaping includes both native flora such as kalo and ‘ōhi‘a lehua, and such exotic favorites as ginger, heliconia and red tī leaf. At the heart of The Royal Grove is the elegant statue of Princess Pauahi, founder of Kamehameha Schools.

For up-to-date information on our fabulous tenants as well films and presentations on Hawaiian culture, visit our brand-new hospitality facility: Helumoa Hale Guest Services & Heritage Room.

Several merchants have joined our ‘ohana (family): Island Slipper, Gaga Milano, Silver Rhino and Calypso St. Barth in Building A; Fighting Eel and Whitetag in Building B; and Mālie Kai Chocolates and Spa Royal Hawaiian in Building C. In all, the Center’s more than 100 tenants include “mom & pop” shops, luxury apparel, lifestyle shops, the latest in computer technology and more.

From P.F. Chang’s at the Lewers Street end of our center to The Cheesecake Factory on the Diamond Head end are among the best restaurants anywhere. World-class steaks, Northern Italian, Japanese and Chinese are among the Center’s cosmopolitan offerings. For a quick bite and a cool beverage, visit the Pā‘ina Lānai Food Court.

Royal Hawaiian Center is open daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. with some eateries open earlier for breakfast and into the wee hours. Day or night, Royal Hawaiian Center has something for every one. E kipa. Come visit!

Aloha pumehana, Marleen Akau

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CULTURAL CLASSES

Led by expert kumu (teachers), our cultural classes are complimentary to Royal Hawaiian Center guests.

Lomilomi - Hawaiian massage. Mon./ Wed., 11 am, Bldg. A, Level 1.

Lei Pua - Lei-making with fresh flowers.

Mon. - Sat., 1pm, Bldg. A, Level 1.

‘Ukulele - Beginners’ level ‘ukulele.

Limited supply of instruments provided.

Tues. - Fri., 10 -11 am, Pā‘ina Lānai Food Court, Bldg. B, Level 2.

Kapa Kuiki - Hawaiian quilting. Tues., 9:30 -11:30 am., Level 3 between Bldgs A & B. Materials fee.

Hula - Basic motions of Hawai’i’s native dance form. Tues., 11:00 am, Bldg. C Level 2; Thurs., 4 pm, The Royal Grove.

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Historical murals in the Bldg. B Arcade depict ancient O‘ahu rulers.

Ka ‘Ikena Ho‘oulu a Pauahi - a bronze statue of Princess Bernice Pauahi is the centerpiece of The Royal Grove.* *As The Royal Grove undergoes renovation this year, the Princess Pauahi Bishop Statue may not be visible at all times to the public.

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HAWAIIAN PERFORMING ARTS

Tues. - Fri., 6 - 7 pm - Pau Hana Jam. After a day of work or play, we relax with Hawaiian music and hula ‘auana (hula’s modern form). Building A, Level 4.

Sat., 6 - 6:30 pm - Hula Kahiko. Noted hālau hula (dance schools) present the older forms of hula where dancers move to percussive rhythms and chanted stories. Building A, Level 4.

Sat., 7:30 pm - Live Contemporary Hawaiian Music. Musicians perform Hawaiian favorites. Building A, Level 4.

Thurs./Sat., 11 am - Polynesian Cultural Center. Pacific Island songs and dances are performed. Building C, Level 1.

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ROYAL HAWAIIAN CENTER 2201 Kalākaua Avenue, Suite A500 Honolulu, HI 96815, (808) 922-0588 www.royalhawaiiancenter.com General Manager Marleen Akau Cultural Director Manu Boyd Marketing Director Sam Shenkus Asst. Marketing Director Nani Hirosane MORRIS VISITOR PUBLICATIONS O‘AHU Sales Regional Publisher Suzanne McClellan Regional Vice President Patti Ann Ruesch Publisher, R Magazine Wanda Garcia-Fetherston (949) 276-5659 wanda@insidemedia.org Circulation & Marketing Director Sidney Louie Production Manager Brittany L. Kevan Sales Coordinator Kaitlyn Murphy O‘AHU Editorial Senior Editor Simplicio Paragas Managing Editor Rebecca Pike Associate Editor Rizza Cosio Assistant Editor Kristen Nemoto CREATIVE Chief Creative Officer Haines Wilkerson Design Director Jane Frey Regional Editorial Director Margaret Martin Art Directors Olga D’Astoli, Gene Faught, Michael Min, Teri Samuels Retouching Jerry Hartman Photography Director Susan Strayer Creative Coordinator Beverly Mandelblatt Director of Production Kristine Miller Product Manager Jasond Fernandez Director of Manufacturing Donald Horton Technical Operations Manager Tony Thorne-Booth EXECUTIVE President Donna W. Kessler Vice President of Operations Angela E. Allen General Manager, Where Maps Christopher Huber Morris Communications Chairman & CEO William S. Morris III President William S. Morris IV

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Here are just some of the activities you’ll want to try: •Polynesian Cultural Center O‘ahu’s top paid attraction marks its 50th anniversary this year •Pearl Harbor A somber and profound experience •Standup Paddle The fastest growing sport in the world •Live Shows Tribute artists at their best perform hits from megastars such as Elvis Presley, Elton John and Madonna at Legends in Concert Waikīkī •Helicopter Tours There’s nothing like a bird’s eye view With so many options, it can be a little overwhelming. Luckily, Tours & Activities by Hilton Grand Vacations can be a one-stop shop for your vacation needs, providing expertise on activities, tours, and even restaurants. Visit the kiosk, located in Building C on the ground level, between bebe and Apple.

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Made in the Shade Royal Hawaiian Center’s amazing trees

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alu means shade or shelter in Hawaiian. At Royal Hawaiian Center, malu is provided by an impressive variety of trees. The canopy most notable in these parts is made of dozens of kumu niu or coconut trees, which bend and sway in homage to the legendary Helumoa coconut grove. The niu, coconut, provides far more than just food and water. Senit cordage can be made using its fibers; pahu hula or dance drums are carved from its trunk; and lau niu or coconut fronds are woven in hats, baskets and other items. The midrib of the lau niu is removed and once you have gathered 100 or so, you can make a pulumi niau, a broom to sweep floors.

Hala or pūhala are pandanus trees that are also very useful, especially the lau hala, leaves. Royal Hawaiian Center’s pūhala grow by the Grove escalators and on Kalākaua Avenue. Dried leaves are gathered and prepared

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in rolls or kūka‘a, and are the primary weaving material for floor mats, hats, canoe sails and more. The fruit of the hala is segmented, and the segments are called keys. Keys are sometimes used to make brushes for dying kapa cloth.

(More about that important Polynesian craft in “Ka Hana Kapa,” beginning on page 44.)

Kukui is the name of the candlenut tree whose silvery green leaves are maple shaped. Its tiny white flowers are sometimes woven into lei, but it’s the nut that is most useful. Encased in a greenish-brown outer shell, the interior nut is what you’ll see in lei kukui after the nuts are cleaned, drilled, and polished to a dark luster. The kernel inside is roasted to make ‘inamona, a relish that is tasty when mixed with pa‘akai salt and poke, raw cubed fish, but should be consumed in small quantities. Raw nuts can be burned like candles, hence the name, and

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The ackee tree here at Helumoa is a favorite of the white sea tern called "Manu-o-Kü."

Dozens of Manu- o-Kü nest here. kukui oil is used for medicinal purposes as well as for moisturizing the skin and hair.

Building B’s prominent specimen is an impressive ackee tree, a native of West Africa.

Towering four levels and beyond, the ackee tree here at Helumoa is a favorite of the white sea tern called “Manu-o-Kū.” Dozens of Manu-oKū nest here. At its base are hāpu‘u or tree ferns that once flourished in the upper forests, most prominently in the KĪlauea area at Hawai‘i Island’s Volcanoes National Park.

Two trees provide shade for Aunty Bella’s Lei Stand: the fragrant pua kenikeni, nicknamed the “ten cents flower.” When it was first introduced to the islands, the aromatic blossom was so desired that it commanded a whopping ten cents per blossom. Its blossoms begin as white and turn yellow over several days as the fragrance grows stronger.

E nanea i ka malu ‘olu o nā kumu lā‘au ma Helumoa nei. Enjoy the shade of Royal Hawaiian Center’s beautiful array of kumu lā‘au.

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KTheaArtHofana K apa Bark Cloth Making

By Manu Boyd, RHC cultural director

From the great sea of Kanaloa, waves roll ashore, rustling through heaps of pebbles that mingle with the gentle flutter of coconut leaves in the breeze. In the distant valley, a rooster crows in the misty rain. Young children splash and play in the stream, enjoying a morning ‘au‘au or bath. The Ko‘olau mountain winds swirl, and in them is carried a haunting rhythm.

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Kapa, also called tapa, is the Polynesian bark cloth that evolved in the Hawaiian Islands to its highest form.

Known for their softness, durability, brilliance of applied color and design, Hawaiian examples are among the best in the PaciďŹ c.

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Tap-tap-tap, tap-tap-tap, tap-tap, tap A chorus accompanies the pulse in pleasing tones, reciting ancient poems for ancestral deities.

Through the thickets of wauke shrubs along the stream banks, a group of women are sprinkling cool fresh water on expanding sheets of white cloth spread out over heavy wooden kua (anvils).

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up the midday sun, allowing the women time for respite. (Should a sudden downpour occur, the kapa would be hastily bundled up — pōpō — and taken inside. This scenario occurred more often than one might imagine, giving impetus to name certain types of rain in Kalihi and Nu‘uanu valleys on O‘ahu: Ua Pōpōkapa is kapa-bundling rain.)

Hawaiian legends pinpoint Nu‘uanu Valley as the origin of this cloth. Wauke, the fibrous paper mulberry, sprouted from the streamside grave of Maikohā. Unable to escape the bitter cold of the valley whose name means “cool elevation,” Maikohā’s very last words to his daughters La‘ahana and Lauhuki described this amazing plant that would emerge from his grave and become prevalent throughout the islands. Its cloth product would keep folks warm as kīhei pili (blankets), kīhei (shoulder capes), malo (loin cloths) and kīkepa (sarongs).

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R Culture Kua or kua kuku is the term for wooden anvils that replaced the earlier pōhaku or flat rocks. Kua were considered prized possessions and were handed down in the ‘ohana as heirlooms. So, too, were the wooden beaters, known as ‘i‘e kuku. Simple patterns were etched into the ‘i‘e kuku that created personal watermarks on the cloth.

The best wauke branches were long and without nodes. Inner bark removed and outer bark scraped away, the wauke was immersed for a time in a running stream to soften. Like most handmade items, the product quality relies on careful preparation of the material before the crafting begins. Stream-soaked strips of wauke were placed across the anvil and lightly tapped to stretch out the fibrous core. Smaller sheets of kapa could be spliced by joining them at the edges and pounding the seam lightly while sprinkling water to encourage the fibers to mesh and interlock. Sometimes, ‘ulu (breadfruit) sap would be used as glue.

Tap-tap-tap, taptap-tap, tap-tap, tap While logic might suggest that harder pounding would make for more kapa production, it instead would result in torn cloth, a sign of an amateur. So the tap-tap-tapping of the ‘i‘e kuku on the kua kuku was purposely soft. Mele, chants uttered to pass the time often honored Maikohā and his daughters La‘ahana and Lauhuki who, over time, were all elevated to ‘aumakua status of personal ancestral deities.

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ian turmeric, produces a brilliant yellow color. Waiho‘olu‘u, Hawaiian for color, literally means “water immersed in,” and is a reference to kapa dying.

The final phase of high-level kapa cloth design is applying the kilohana or design. Splints of ‘ohe (bamboo) are cut, and to the slightly broader, thicker end would carved patterns, often a series of geometric shapes.

These ‘ohe splints are immersed in the dye and placed over and over on the cloth, creating repeating patterns and designs that are sometimes as revered as the cloth itself. Sometimes, a hala (pandanus) key, a segment of the fruit, is fashioned into a paintbrush.

Kapa, also called tapa, is the Polynesian bark cloth that evolved in the Hawaiian islands to its highest form.

For their softness, durability and brilliance of color and design, Hawaiian examples are among the best in the Pacific. The collection at Honolulu’s Bernice Pauahi Bishop Musuem is the most extensive anywhere, with many personal possessions of the ali‘i or ruling class. Since the 19th century and the introduction of both Eastern and Western textiles to the Islands, kapa making as a utilitarian practice is almost obsolete. But, as with other cultural art forms, its manufacture lives on as an artistic expression of Hawaiians.

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chiefs. The result is a distinctive hybrid with roots both in Hawai‘i and New England. Hawaiian quilts feature large symmetrical patterns.

Patterns are often inspired by plant leaves, such as ‘ulu, breadfruit, with shapes repeated symmetrically creating the intricate design effect of the cut-out classroom snowflake.

A wide variety of gorgeous, handmade Hawaiian quilted bedspreads, wall hangings and pillow covers in 100 percent cotton is available at Royal Hawaiian Quilt. The shop specializes in custom-made quilts, says shop proprietor Mrs. Kim. “If you want something that you do not see here, we can make it for you.

Red Wing, Danner, Allen-Edmonds, Birkenstock, UGG…

Where to find them at Royal Hawaiian Center: Royal Hawaiian Quilt, Bldg. A, Level 2.

Hawaiian Island Arts, Bldg. B, Level 2.

Royal Hawaiian Boutique, Bldg. A, Level 3.

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Allure Swimwear Hawai’i’s premier swimwear boutique.

Bldg C, Level 1; (808) 926-1174 Anteprima Wirebag Unique wire handbags and more.

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Bldg A, Level 1; (808) 422-5977 Crazy Fish Cute, hand-painted apparel for girls.

Bldg C, Level 1; (808) 923-4748 Forever 21 A triple-level shopping fantasy.

Bldg C, Levels 1-3; (808) 923-5202 Furla Handcrafted Italian leather goods.

Bldg B, Level 1; (808) 921-2815 Hat Shack The best selection of hats and caps.

Bldg A, Level 2; (808) 926-0628 Island Slipper Offering gorgeous handmade slippers from Hawai‘i since 1956.

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activities & ENTERTAINMENT Legends in Concert® Waikīkī Royal Hawaiian Theatre (808) 629-7469 Polynesian Cultural Center (Reservations & infomation) Bldg C, Level 1 Kiosk; (808) 293-3333 Tours & Activities by Hilton Island tours and vacation ownership.

Bldg C, Level 1 (kiosk)

Love Renaissance Innovative skin care from Japan.

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jewelry and watches Cartier The renowned French jeweler.

Bldg A, Level 1; (808) 922-7555 J3 Hawai‘i Hawaiian, gothic and urban designs.

Bldg B, Level 1; (808) 926-8988 Koa Nani A stunning array of heirloom jewelry.

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Kobe Jewelry A leading fine jeweler for 20 years.

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Mocchin Ultra-feminine clothes and accessories.

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Olivia Hawaiian Jewelry Featuring exclusive black silver.

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*Princesse Tam-Tam Lingerie Fine lingerie and sleepwear.

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Pandora Hand-finished jewelry.

Bldg B, Level 1; (808) 923-2282

Royal Fish For girls and women with island style.

Bldg B, Level 1; (808) 922-9718

Rolex by Kaimana Kea One of only three exclusive Rolex boutiques in the U.S. Bldg C, Level 1; (808) 971-2986

Sunglass Hut One-stop shopping for shades.

Bldgs A and B, Level 1; (808) 926-7767 Tory Burch Luxury lifestyle goods.

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Island Vintage Organic & Natural Natural food and products.

Bldg C, Level 2; (808) 923-3383

Koi Boutique European flair and California cool.

Bldg B, Level 1; (808) 923-6888

Royal Hawaiian Boutique Hawaiian resort wear.

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Silver Rhino A locally owned shop with an array of lovely men and women’s jewelry.

Bldg A, Level 2; (808) 971-2986 Tourneau The world’s largest selection of watches.

Bldg C, Level 1; (808) 922-4111 Trollbeads Over 600 beads with unique designs.

Bldg B, Level 1 Kiosk, (808) 923-3415

Luxury Retail Fendi A star-adored couture collection.

Bldg A, Level 1; (808) 971-5611 Ferrari Store Celebrating the Ferrari lifestyle.

Bldg C, Levels 1 & 2; (808) 924-3131 Loro Piana Luxury cashmere, made in Italy.

Bldg C, Levels 1 & 2; (808) 921-2151 Salvatore Ferragamo Visionary footwear and ready-to-wear.

Bldg B, Levels 1 & 2; (808) 971-4267

dining and drinks Beijing Chinese Seafood Restaurant Fine Chinese seafood and dim sum prepared by master chefs.

Bldg C, Level 3; (808) 971-8833 Champion’s Steak & Seafood Steak and shrimp plates grilled to order.

Pā‘ina Lānai, Bldg B, Level 2 Doraku Sushi Japanese fusion cuisine and one of the few sake sommeliers in Hawai‘i.

Bldg B, Level 3; (808) 922-3323 Ezogiku A Japanese ramen-noodle shop.

Pā‘ina Lānai, Bldg B, Level 2 Five Star International Buffet Buffet with table service and full bar.

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Kenny’s Hawaiian Barbeque Hawaiian food and local favorites.

Pā‘ina Lānai, Bldg B, Level 2 Mahaloha Burgers Innovative burgers and sandwiches.

Pā‘ina Lānai, Bldg B, Level 2 Maui Tacos Fresh “Maui Mex” tacos and salsa bar.

Pā‘ina Lānai, Bldg B, Level 2 *Okonomiyaki Chibo Restaurant Made-to-order Japanese pancakes and teppanyaki dishes.

Bldg A, Level 3; (808) 922-9722 P.F. Chang’s Waikīkī Contemporary Chinese cuisine.

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Wolfgang’s Steakhouse by Wolfgang Zwiener Upscale New York steakhouse.

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SHOES Island Slipper Hawaiian slippers since 1967.

Bldg A, Level 2. (808) 923-2222 Pipeline Leather UGGs, Redwings, and more Bldg C, Level 2; (808) 922-0777 The Walking Company Retailer of comfort footwear.

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Specialty foods

Panda Express Gourmet wok-cooked Chinese food.

Pā‘ina Lānai, Bldg B, Level 2

Honolulu Cookie Company Gourmet shortbread cookies.

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Restaurant Suntory Authentic Japanese cuisine, from sushi to elegant kaiseki dinners.

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*Island Vintage Coffee Freshly roasted premium coffee from the Islands, including 100% Kona.

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Sbarro Italian Eatery Pizza and other Italian specialties.

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Starbucks Coffee Fresh-brewed espresso.

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SPECIALTY STOREs Apple Store Flagship for iPhone, iPad and more.

Bldg C, Level 1; (808) 931-2480 Hawaiian Island Arts Quilts, mu’umu’u, aloha wear and more.

Bldg B, Level 2; (808) 922-2205 Island Soap & Candle Works Fine soaps and beeswax candles.

Bldg B, Level 1; (808) 922-7887 Royal Hawaiian Golf Shop The finest in golf gear.

Bldg A, Level 3; (808) 924-0144 Royal Hawaiian Quilt Heirloom-quality quilted products.

Bldg A, Level 2; (808) 926-0678 Simply Wood Studios Items from 50+ local woodworkers.

Bldg C, Level 1; (808) 626-5300 Western Classics Native American jewelry and boots.

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Your style doesn’t have to conform and neither does your schedule. The restaurants at Royal Hawaiian Center are open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. (and some earlier and/or later), so you can choose when to sit down, relax, and enjoy the cuisine.

RESTAURANT SUNTORY Building B, Level 3, (808) 922-5511 Prime your instagram — every dish at Restaurant Suntory is a work of art. It’s well-known for its all-around excellence in sushi, teppanyaki and kaiseki meals. Suntory also specializes in rare ingredients, such as Big Island Abalone. Go all out with Suntory’s “Hibiki” eight-course fine dining experience ($72), which includes an angus tenderloin prepared nambu zara (tableside on a hot stone) and special sashimi arrangement.

DORAKU SUSHI Building B, Level 3, (808) 922-3323 This fusion eatery, which is quite the hotspot when the sun goes down, is on a roll, so to speak, with a new location, expanded menu and D Club, a points program. The diverse menu incorporates Japanese and Latin American influences, resulting in a multitude of true originals. If it’s just too difficult to decide, order the chef ’s 5-course tasting menu ($59) plus a trio of sake pairings ($20).

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FIVE STAR INTERNATIONAL BUFFET Building C, Level 3, (808) 380-9300 Unlike a typical buffet, Five Star International Buffet has a sophisticated décor, signature cocktails, attentive service and other unexpected fine-dining touches.

Executive Chef Kogi Oishi recently added crab and lobster preparations to the already extensive continental menu of buffet options. This an excellent choice any time of day: lunch ($19 for adults, $12 for kids 5-12), dinner ($48 for adults, $24 for kids 5-12), or happy hour (2 - 5 p.m.).

BEIJING CHINESE SEAFOOD RESTAURANT Building C, Level 3, (808) 971-8833 Authenticity rules at Beijing Chinese Seafood Restaurant, and the consensus among those who know is: it's best to go during the daytime, as the restaurant is less busy than it is for the dinner crowd. This elegant dining room serves true Chinese food, with dim sum, made fresh-to-order, including crowd-pleasers like sauteed prawns in tomato, garlic and chili ($13.75, lunch) and barbecued duck ($12, lunch).

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ISLAND VINTAGE COFFEE Building C Level 2, (808) 926-5662 (open from 6 am) The wise diner knows that a waiting line indicates food that’s worth the wait. It has never been more true. Not for the hurried, this indoor-outdoor, counter-to-tableservice eatery and retailer does brisk business all day long. Salads, sandwiches and poke (Hawaiian raw fish preparation) bowls with extras such as black sprouted rice and local, organic sea asparagus are made to order and brought to your table, should you manage to score one, or enjoy your takeout at any of Royal Hawaiian Center’s shaded chairs and benches. Island Vintage Coffee’s signature aÇai bowl ($8.75) includes their own organic granola — also for sale in the shop, along with Hawaiian coffees and teas and a multitude of terrific gifts and edibles.

P.F. CHANG’S Building A, Levels 1 and 2, (808) 628-6760 Family-friendly P.F Chang’s is well-known throughout the country for its generous portions of cuisine inspired by several different regions of China. The service is attentive and high-energy, and the happy hour specials are worthy of attention: appetizers from just $3 to $7, and great deals on cocktails, beer and wine. Try the lettuce wraps and dynamite shrimp with Chang’s 60

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OKONOMIYAKI CHIBO Building A, Level 3, (808) 922-9722 This popular spot boasts expert Teppan chefs slicing, dicing, and tossing the freshest of ingredients around on the flat-top grill right in front of you. The house specialty, a comfort food in Japan, is okonomiyaki a giant savory pancake made of flour, egg, cabbage and mountain yams, and topped with plum sauce, seaweed powder and dried bonito flakes. Okonomiyaki are cooked to order with nearly any ingredient and sliced like a pizza (from $13 to $40, depending on ingredients).

WOLFGANG’S STEAKHOUSE BY WOLFGANG ZWIENER Building C, Level 3, (808) 922-3600 Wolfgang Zwiener, who trained for four decades under the wing of legendary Brooklyn steak house star Peter Luger, has brought New York City to Waikīkī. A first-rate dining experience in every way, Wolfgang’s Steakhouse prides itself on its USDA steaks, aged on the premises (prices range from $54.95, ribeye or NY sirloin for one, to $209.80), steak for four), and an extensive wine list that was recently lauded by Wine Spectator. *See pages 64-66 for a complete guide to dining at Royal Hawaiian Center.

Prices and availability are subject to change without notice.

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Just as grape varietals and aging are integral to making wine, so it is with the quality of rice, the climate of the production area and the water quality that go into making sake.

There are four basic types: High quality Junmai-shu, unassuming Honjozo-shu, delicate Ginjo-shu and fragrant, complex Daiginjo-shu.

Not just for foodies, casual diners too will enjoy broadening their horizons and sipping on this “water of the gods.” Try sake at Doraku Sushi, Okonomiyaki Chibo, and Restaurant Suntory.

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From Japanese delicacies to New York porterhouse for two, explore your culinary options. The Center’s restaurants are now open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. (some later).

Buffet Five star international buffet—

This upscale buffet offers all the excitement and variety of a buffet with a wide array of comfort food, as well as unexpected local, regional and international culinary delights. The décor marries sophistication with a bit of “edge,” and a full bar and attentive service adds unexpected finedining touches. Daily lunch and dinner buffets, “Five Star High Tea,” happy hour, and Sunday brunch. Building C, Level 3; (808) 380-9300

Chinese beijing chinese seafood restaurant— Offering the finest

Chinese seafood by master chefs, with beautiful facilities for banquets and private parties available for rental. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Building C, Level 3; (808) 971-8833 p.f. chang’s— The P.F Chang's experience is

a unique combination of Chinese cuisine, attentive service, wine, and tempting desserts all served in a stylish, highenergy bistro. Committed to providing a memorable dining experience with a keen attention to detail, friendly servers cater to guests' every need. Building A, Levels 1 and 2; (808) 628-6760

Coffee Shop/Sandwiches island vintage coffee— Providing the

finest in 100% Kona coffee drinks is just one of this shop’s specialties. They also make terrific açai bowls and smoothies, fresh daily soups, delicious sandwiches, poke bowls and salads. Building C, Level 2; (808) 926-5662 starbucks— The reliable brand is present

here and has some Hawaiian touches, such as oatcakes and fresh, locally baked goods.

Building A, Level 1; (808) 922-4110

Japanese doraku sushi —Created by Kevin

Aoki, son of Rocky Aoki, who founded Benihana, this Waikīkī gem is the sister restaurant to one in Miami Beach,

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Florida. Doraku strives to be inventive with its cuisine by combining traditional Japanese ingredients with Pan-Asian and Latin flavors. Building B, Level 3; (808) 922-3323 okonomiyaki chibo —Specializing

in okonomiyaki (savory pancakes) and yakisoba (fried noodles), as well as fresh teppanyaki dishes. Chibo has 62 restaurants in Japan. The Royal Hawaiian Center location is the only one in the U.S. Lunch, happy hour, dinner and late night on Friday and Saturday. Building A, Level 3; (808) 922-9722 restaurant suntory—Serving the

finest Japanese cuisine in Waikīkī for over 30 years, Suntory is a household name for special, authentic Japanese dishes from shabu-shabu to sushi, teppanyaki and elegant kaiseki dinners, and proudly serves Washugyu beef. Building B, Level 3; (808) 922-5511

Steak House wolfgang’s steakhouse by wolfgang zwiener— Packed

restaurants, rave reviews, numerous awards and happy patrons prove that Wolfgang Zwiener has built a legend.

Dry-aged on site to perfection, and carved to order, Wolfgang’s steaks are tender and juicy, served sizzling hot with a perfect crust. Building C, Level 3; (808) 922-3600

Casual Dining

The Pā‘ina Lānai Food Terrace offers open-air dining on the go, amid birdsong and dappled sunlight.

Building B, Level 2.

BBQ & Burgers champion’s steak & seafood— Fresh

grilled steak and fish are the specialty here.

Count on super-friendly service and a satisfying, inexpensive meal. Pā‘ina Lānai, Building B, Level 2. (808) 921-0011 kenny’s hawaiian barbeque— For over

40 years, the original Kenny’s location has been filling opu (bellies) with ono (yummy) grinds. Pā‘ina Lānai, Building B, Level 2.

(808) 922-3333 mahaloha burger— Fresh, never frozen,

patties are a third- (single) or half-pound (double). Pā‘ina Lānai, Building B, Level 2.

(808) 926-6500

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essentials of Korean barbeque with Yummy’s signature plate lunch, which includes kalbi beef, meat jun, barbequed beef or chicken, along with vegetables, rice and side orders. Pā‘ina Lānai, Building B, Level 2.

(808) 922-3757

Chinese panda express— This familiar mainland

chain offers favorites such as Orange Chicken, Beef Broccoli, Honey Walnut Shrimp, Kung Pao Chicken, Chicken String Bean, fried rice and chow mein. Pā‘ina Lānai, Building B, Level 2. (808) 924-8886

Cocktails Five O Bar & LOUNGE—The new favorite

for Pau Hana drinks, this newly renovated island-style lounge serves small plates, signature cocktails and delicious local brews on tap and in bottles. Pā‘ina Lānai, Building B, Level 2. (808) 922-0550

Italian sbarro italian eatery— Big slices of

melty pizza with assorted toppings draw crowds here, while daily pasta specials are always satisfying. Salads and sandwiches are also available. Pā‘ina Lānai, Building B, Level 2. (808) 922-1041

Mexican maui tacos—Maui meets Mexico at this

fun hybrid, which includes a self-serve salsa bar of over two dozen toppings. Pā‘ina Lānai, Building B, Level 2. (808) 931-6111

Noodles ezOgiku —This noodle shop has been

serving authentic Japanese ramen for over four decades. It’s well-known for original recipe, MISO (soy bean paste) Ramen.

Pā‘ina Lānai, Building B, Level 2. (808) 447-7595 pho factory—Vietnamese favorites like

pho, BBQ plates, tapioca, summer rolls and tapioca dessert. Pā‘ina Lānai, Building B, Level 2.

Sandwiches subway— With more than 37,000 locations

around the world, it’s the leading choice for people seeking quick, nutritious, made-toorder sandwiches. Pā‘ina Lānai, Building B, Level 2.

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Panya Bakery B-101 Pick A Pearl C-1 Kiosk Polynesian Cultural Center C-1 Kiosk Reflections of the Heart C-111 Remix Hawai‘i C-113 Rolex by Kaimana Kea C-106 Royal Fish B-112 SGH Sunglass Hut A-110 SGH Sunglass Hut B-110 Salvatore Ferragamo B-106 B-206 Simply Wood Studios C-120 SoHo B-1 Cart

Starbucks A-104 The Cheesecake Factory C-101 Tory Burch B-103 B-203 Tourneau C-110 C-210 Tricked Out Accessories C-112 Trollbeads B-107 Kiosk Waikīkī Trolley Ticket Booth C-1 Cart Whitetag A-111 Whitetag (preview store) B-118 Wyndham Vacation Resorts A-1 Cart Zumiez A-108

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Juicy Couture C-108 C-208 kate spade new york B-102 B-202 Kenny’s Hawaiian Barbeque B-213 LeSportsac C-105 C-205 Lole Hawai’i Aloha Wear C-215 Loro Piana C-109 C-209 Mahaloha Burgers B-208 Maui Tacos B-209 Panda Express B-214 P.F. Chang’s Waikīkī A-105 A-205

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Center Information INFORMATION Welcome to the largest shopping center in Waikīkī. Please see our Center Directory Map located around the Center and at our customer service desk for the latest on merchant locations, and for Hawaiian showtimes and locations.

LOCATION Royal Hawaiian Center is located along a three-block stretch of Kalākaua Avenue, fronting the Sheraton Waikīkī and Royal Hawaiian Hotels, between Fendi and The Cheesecake Factory.

PARKING Validated parking available at all shops and restaurants from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. First hour free, then $1 per hour 74 I ROYAL

* After four hours, for up to three hours. * standard rates apply. To enter the tenlevel Royal Hawaiian Center parking garage: From Kalākaua, turn right on Royal Hawaiian Avenue and take the next right into the garage.

HOURS Enjoy convenient shopping and dining, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. or later, 365 days a year. Restaurant hours may vary.

GUEST SERVICES Visit Lei ‘Ohu Guest Services in the Royal Grove, located on Level 1, or contact us at (808) 922-2299. The security office can be reached at (808) 924-4026. In addition, feel free to visit www.RoyalHawaiianCenter.com or RoyalHawaiianCenter.com/jp to find answers to your questions.

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Royal Hawaiian Center Directory Accessories, Apparel & shoes Anteprima Wirebag B113 Bebe C103 Bulgari temporary C217 Calypso St. Barth A112 Fendi A103 Fighting Eel B116 Forever 21 C102 Furla B117 Hermès A101 Island Slipper A211 Juicy Couture C108 Kate Spade New York B102 Lāna‘i Transit Hawai‘i A107 Leather Soul B304 LeSportsac C105 Loro Piana C109 Mocchin C117 Pipeline Leather C214 Remix Hawai‘i C113 Salvatore Ferragamo B106 Sunglass Hut A110, B110 The Walking Company A208 Tory Burch B103 Whitetag A111 White Tag preview store B118

Specialty wear & gifts Ai Amour Allure Swimwear Calypso St. Barth Crazy Fish Crazy Shirts Ferrari Store Harley-Davidson Waikīkī Hat Shack Island Soap & Candle Works Koi Boutique Princesse Tam-Tam Lingerie Ranger Sports Reflections of the Heart Royal Fish Royal Hawaiian Golf Shop Western Classics

B116 C118 A112 C114 B111 C107 A202 A204 B114 B119 A310 A307 C111 B112 A302 A308

hawaiian gifts & apparel Aloha Aina Boutique Beach Cabana Bob’s ‘Ukulele

C213 C216 A206

Hawaiian Island Arts Honolulu Home Collection Island Art Gallery Island Fashions Lole Hawai‘i Aloha Wear Love Hawai‘i Royal Hawaiian Boutique Royal Hawaiian Quilt Simply Wood Studios

B204 C204a B303 A306 C215 C210 A304 A203 C120

Jewelry/Watches Bulgari temporary Cartier Gaga Milano Harry Winston J3 Hawai‘i Koa Nani Kobe Jewelry Laki Hawaiian Designs Olivia Hawaiian Jewelry Pick a Pearl Rolex by Kaimana Kea Silver Rhino Tourneau Trollbeads

C217 A102 A106 B105 B104 C115 B115 A309 B302 C1 Kiosk C106 A207 C110 B1 Kiosk

Health, beauty & VARIETY ABC Store Faces Studio & Salon L’Occitane Love Renaissance Spa Royal Hawaiian

B107 A205a B109 C116 C305

Music & Electronics Apple Store Tricked Out Accessories

C104 C112

Pā‘ina Lānai Food Court Champion’ s Steak & Seafood B216 Ezogiku B212 Five O Bar & Lounge B217 Kenny’s Hawaiian Barbeque B213 Mahaloha Burgers B208 Maui Tacos B209 Panda Express B214 Pho Factory B207 Sbarro B210 Subway B215 Yummy Korean BBQ B211

Restaurants Beijing Chinese Seafood C308 Doraku Sushi B301 Five Star International Buffet C303 Il Lupino Trattoria & Wine Bar B120 Okonomiyaki Chibo A301 P.F. Chang’s Waikīkī A105 Restaurant Suntory B307 The Cheesecake Factory C101 Wolfgang’s Steakhouse

by Wolfgang Zwiener C306

specialty foods & eateries Bikini Beach Café Honolulu Cookie Company Island Vintage Coffee Island Vintage Organic & Natural Malie Kai Chocolates Panya Starbucks

C100 B108 C211 C212 C119 B101 A104

Entertainment Legends in Concert Waikīkī Royal Hawaiian Theater Box Office B-1 Kiosk Legends in Concert Waikīkī Royal Hawaiian Theater B401 Legends in Concert Waikīkī Royal Hawaiian Theater Box Office B402 Royal Hawaiian Shooting Club A401

carts & Services Ageless Future B1 Cart,

C1 Cart Aunty Bella’s Lei Stand A1 Kiosk Helumoa Hale B122 Tours & Activities

by Hilton Grand Vacations C1 Kiosk H.I.S. B306 Hokuya B1 Cart ‘Iolana Design C1 Cart Komang Jewelry C1 Cart Lee Rylee Fine Art Photography A1Cart Lu Koa Collection A1 Cart Lei ‘Ohu Guest Services B1 Kiosk Legends in Concert Waikīkī B402/ Box Office B1 Kiosk Polynesian Cultural Center C1 Kiosk SoHo B1 Cart Trollbeads B1 Cart Waikīkī Trolley Ticket Booth C1 Cart Wyndham Vacation Resorts A1 Cart

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he main boulevards and streets in Waikīkī are named after kings, queens and other members of Hawai‘i’s royal family who left social, political and cultural impacts in the Islands. This quick reference guide, along with pronunciation tips, will help you learn more about the people behind the names: Kalākaua (kah-laah-kow-ah) Avenue: The main thoroughfare in Waikīkī is named after King David Kalākaua. He ruled the Hawaiian Islands from 1874 to 1891. He was nicknamed the “Merrie Monarch” because he was a patron of the arts and revived hula—which had been banned in the mid-1800s by missionaries— and built ‘Iolani Palace in Downtown Honolulu, the only official royal residence in the U.S. Kūhiō (coo-he-oh) Avenue: This street honors the memory of Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalaniana‘ole. Known as “The Citizen Prince,” Kūhiō was a delegate to Congress for nearly 20 years after the Hawaiian Islands were annexed by the U.S. He passed the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act, a program returning a portion of lands in Hawai‘i that were confiscated by the U.S. to native Hawaiians.

Lili‘uokalani (lee-lee-ooh-ohkah-lah-knee) Avenue: Named after Hawai‘i’s last monarch, Queen Lili‘uokalani. She inherited the throne in 1891, but was deposed by a coup of American and European businessmen two years later. In 1895 the queen was charged with treason by the provisional government and imprisoned in ‘Iolani Palace, where she wrote the song “The Queen’s Prayer” and a memoir called “Hawai‘i’s Story by Hawai‘i’s Queen.”

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