Since 1957, International Market Place has served as a gathering place for kama‘āina and visitors from around the world to meet, talk story, and be entertained. The history and culture of Waikīkī are woven throughout International Market Place with its flowing water features symbolizing the ‘Apuakehau Stream, indigenous landscaping, and iconic banyan tree that is more than a century old.
The story continues with Banyan, which celebrates our signature banyan tree and landmark located on Kalākaua Avenue, as well as the nostalgia of the past. The large Indian banyan tree, dating back to the mid-
1800s, is among the oldest historic trees in Waikīkī and is designated an “exceptional tree” by the City and County of Honolulu. Many generations have walked under its broad canopy; imagine the stories it could tell. From the original tree house, where Donn Beach “Don the Beachcomber” had his office that later evolved into a local radio station, to performances by world-famous entertainer Don Ho, who got his start at International Market Place, we invite you to rediscover International Market Place. These stories we share with you today, while new, will always have a connection to our roots.
Celebrating
60 Years of Aloha
In 1959 a diver emerged from the waters off Maui with the discovery of a coral tree that would branch into a new venture. Sixty years later, we continue to emulate nature’s beauty in Hawaiian Black Coral, pearls, gold and diamonds.
The evolution of style: Maui Divers Heritage Collection
Welcome to International Market Place
Mahalo for being part of our story,
Banyan Court @intlmktplace
Our editorial team shares their portable essentials.
We asked two baristas at Kona Coffee Purveyors to share their itinerary for a perfect surf-day in Waikīkī.
A professional troupe and lineage of hula dancers returns home to the stage that launched its momentous journey as Hawai‘i’s longest-running entertainment company five decades ago.
A Honolulu-based creative consultant suggests her favorite pau hana locales.
Stay cool and stylish in the summer heat with these staples for him and her.
Wears The Pants?
who wears them better?
Be spotted in the season’s most eye-catching trend.
Oodles of Noodles
A writer eats her way through various fine noodle offerings and rediscovers ramen that is beyond instant.
A writer’s quest for an art piece that sparks joy around the mall’s galleries.
in the ‘Ohana Explore the shopping center, parks, and shops that are fun for mom and keiki.
scribble, and journal it out with these stationeries.
for every budget.
At the height of the radio era, this historic treehouse made worldwide waves with regular local programming.
About Banyan and the Roots of International Market Place
Known as Kaluaokau in the days of Hawaiian royalty, International Market Place possesses an allure that is much the same now as it was back then—attracting not only locals but also entertainers, celebrities, and visitors from around the world. That allure has existed at International Market Place since its opening in 1957. For decades, the charm of this wahi pana (storied place) was present in the display of cart vendors selling tropical trinkets, the array of exotic eateries, and the famous venues for live entertainment. In bringing the past to the present, Banyan presents a fascinating cultural perspective on Waikīkī and offers a glimpse of why International Market Place has been a sought-after destination for centuries.— aaron j. salā and mālia p. ka ‘ aihue
O Nā Lani Sunset Stories
Join us on Kalākaua Avenue just after sundown for the ceremonial lightingof our Lamakū Torch Tower. Then be immersed in an unforgettable storytelling performance told through Hawaiian and Polynesian song and dance. Honoring the beloved Queen Emma, our nightly show highlights the stories, traditions, and culture of this special gathering place.
Cultural Journey
Experience an interactive walk through the rich history of Waikīkī and International Market Place. Discover markers throughout the center, scan codes to visit our mobile cultural journey, read stories from the past, and gain access to exclusive offers.
There 's something happening every day at International Market Place.
Events and dates are subject to change without notice. For the most up to date event information please visit shopinternationalmarketplace.com/events.
Happy Hour
Grand Lānai or on Level 1
3:00–5:00 P.M. Daily
Pau hāna, post beach, or after shopping, Happy Hour on the Grand Lānai or on Level 1 at International Market Place is the place to experience and enjoy drinks and appetizers.
Fabletics Open Air Yoga
Every 1st & 3rd Sunday of the Month Queen’s Court
10:00–11:00 A.M.
Flow with Fabletics free open-air yoga.
Free People Yoga
Every 2nd Saturday of the Month Queen’s Court
9:30–10:30 A.M.
Join Free People for a complimentary yoga class.
O Na Lani Sunset Stories
Nightly in Queen’s Court
7:00 P.M. March–August
6:30 P.M. September–February
Honoring the beloved Queen Emma, our nightly hula and music show highlights the stories, traditions and culture of this special gathering place.
Royal Hawaiian Band Concert
Every 2nd Thursday of the Month Queen’s Court
2:00–2:45 P.M.
Enjoy the beautiful sound of the Royal Hawaiian Band as they perform live. Admission to this event is free.
July: Mixology Month
All month long enjoy expertly paired cocktails and pūpū (appetizers) from International Market Place’s Grand Lānai restaurants and awardwinning mixologists.
Ka Papa Lei Hana, Lei Making
Every 1st Sunday of the Month
12–3 P.M. in Queen’s Court
Create lei with contemporary lei artist Meleana Estes.
Restaurant Week Hawaii
November 15–24, 2019
Showcasing Hawai’i’s restaurants and supporting the Culinary Institute of the Pacific at Diamond Head. See Customer Service or visit GrandLanai.com during this week to learn more. *At participating restaurants.
White hot summer
ベーシックでスタイリッシュな白 の装いで、夏をクールに。
JANA WICKER DROP EARRINGS, $48, ANTHROPOLOGIE
GREGORY PECK GLASSES, $340, OLIVER PEOPLES
RIBBED TANK TOP, $195, CROPPED PAPER BAG-WAIST PANT, $395, BOTH FROM 3.1 PHILLIP LIM
LEATHER SLIDES, $495, BRUNELLO CUCINELLI
DAILY GRIND TOTE, $51, EDEN IN LOVE
MEDIUM JOURNAL WITH IPAD MINI COVER, $195, SHINOLA
BALANCE RANCHER HAT, $68, ANTHROPOLOGIE
BELT PUMPS, $1,490, WHITE LACE CHAIN CLUTCH, $1,295, BOTH FROM BALENCIAGA
Sketch, scribble, and journal it out with sensational stationary.
手書きの愉しみ メッセージやスケッチ、メモ書 きを楽しむ、上等な文房具
MACEY GRAIN BOWL, $26, GLENNA DINNER PLATES, $88 FOR FOUR, BOTH FROM ANTHROPOLOGIE
MINI NOTEBOOKS, $10 EACH, PEN, $4, BOTH FROM EDEN IN LOVE
THANK YOU CARD, $20, PAPYRUS
JORDAN HIGA GREETING CARDS, $5 EACH, GREENROOM GALLERY
ANDREW TRAN | ARA LAYLO & AJA TOSCANO
MODERNE ART DECO NOTEBOOK, $17, PAPYRUS
ELODIO CLIPFOLIO, $30, ANTHROPOLOGIE
AUTOPOINT X SHINOLA
MECHANICAL PENCIL, $11, MEDIUM JOURNAL WITH IPAD MINI COVER, $195, MEDIUM SOFT LINEN
JOURNAL, $22, BOTH FROM SHINOLA
@shinola
@shinola
For a 34
pretty penny
Find a pocketbook for every budget.
お金が喜ぶお財布 小さな予算でも幸先の良い
お財布を発見。
TRIFOLD WALLET, $175, SHINOLA
HERSCHEL OSCAR
ZIP CARDHOLDER, $29, ZUMIEZ
THE CRITICAL SLIDE SOCIETY PURSUIT SS SHIRT, $68, GREENROOM HAWAII
OKOME HIKOHIME, $304, SIMPLE COLOR BELT, $152, BOTH FROM 45R
BOX TOGGLE WALLET CHAIN, $495, NIGHTRIDER JEWELRY
@nightriderjewelry
@greenroomhawaii
@45r_official
What's in you� poCket?
Our editorial team shares their portable essentials.
いつもポケットの中に 編集部お気に入り、手放せな いアイテムをご紹介。
“Their prints are timeless, and the quality goes a long way.” Ara Laylo, creative director BANDANA, $80, 45R R
@45r_official
MAREEN GLASSES, $340, OLIVER PEOPLES
“I don't ever leave the house without these!”
Aja Toscano, network marketing coordinator
VERBENA COOLING HAND CREAM GEL, $12, CITRUS VERBENA HAND CREAM GEL, $12, BOTH FROM L'OCCITANE B
“Sometimes your face just needs a little TLC.”
Michelle Ganeku, designer
EMOTIONAL BRILLIANCE, $14.95, MINT JULIPS, $10.95, BOTH FROM LUSH
@shinola
“I'm pretty sure this sophisticated pen will last a lifetime.”
Matthew Dekneef, editorial director
SHINOLA + CW&T BLACK PEN TYPE A, $200, SHINOLA
“Functional, but make it fashion.”
Eunica Escalante, editorial assistant
SHINOLA + BEAR & SON POCKET KNIFE, $75, SHINOLA
His & Hers Surf Break
For Chelsea Ecat and Bronson Klau, Waikīkī is the perfect microcosm of local living. The couple can be found either behind the counter at Kona Coffee Purveyors, where Chelsea serves as the general manager and Bronson as a barista, or catching waves at Waikīkī’s famed surf breaks. We asked the pair to share their itinerary for their perfect surf-day.
1. FOR SURF APPAREL: HURLEY
“Hurley was very much around when I was a high schooler back in California. Hurley actually sponsored our school, Huntington Beach High, for a lot of our sportswear. They have good brand initiatives and are always forward thinking. They keep the brand small and only have select pieces, which I admire because they know their image and stick to it.”
@bronsonklau
Chelsea Ecat
EUNICA ESCALANTE JOHN HOOK
2. FOR BEACH ESSENTIALS: EDEN IN LOVE
“Sun safety is very important, but it’s also important that the products we use are sustainable and ocean friendly. Other than stocking Coola, a sunscreen that has no coral threatening chemicals, Eden in Love has everything else you might need for a beach day. Their selection is always changing which is fun. Every time I go in, there’s always something new to scope out.”
Chelsea Ecat
3. FOR SURFING: CANOES, QUEENS, AND POPS
“Waikīkī has some of the best surfing spots in the world. Part of the reason why we moved to Waikīkī was to be closer to the surf. These three spots are definitely our go-to, especially since they're so close to work. We always have time to pop in for a quick session before our shifts."
Lau
Bronson
4. FOR POST-SURF EATS: MI ALMITA
“Tequila and tacos—it’s as simple as that. It’s perfect after a long day of surfing or at work. It’s casual. They’re industry people, too. They come to Kona Coffee Purveyors for their afternoon pick-me-up and we head there for pau hana. It’s just a good vibe to dine in."
CANTINA
Bronson Lau
Tahiti Huetter
Honolulu-based creative consultant Tahiti Huetter has become a fixture in the local arts and culture scene since the launch of Aloha Friday Agency in 2017. With her aesthetic eye for creative and business
finesse, she has found success in the field. We asked Tahiti for some of her favorite spots to work, dine, and play at International Market Place.
1. LUNCH MEETING: KONA COFFEE PURVEYORS
“Kona Coffee Purveyors is perfect for quick meetings to catch up with clients or get work done before heading out to visit my clients in Waikīkī. My usual is an iced coffee with a splash of cream. But when I need to get serious work done, it’s two espresso shots with milk.”
“The Myna Bird is the perfect place to post up and watch fun cocktails being made. Who doesn’t love a good drink that has all the little tiki fixings?”
3.
“StripSteak is upscale, the service is impeccable, and the ambience is spacious yet sophisticated. Their menu has a little something for everyone.”
2. GIRLS’ NIGHT OUT: MYNA BIRD
PAU HANA WITH CLIENTS: STRIPSTEAK
4. DATE NIGHT: HERRINGBONE
“Date night at Herringbone is perfect because it’s causal. The lighting in the evening is perfectly intimate (and a little sexy). Their plates are made for sharing, which is the best type of date. My favorite dish is their Buffalo Octopus.”
Oodles of Noodles
Through indelible soupy offerings, diners can discover a remarkable range of ramen dishes.
Ramen is underrated. In the Western world, decades of eating the instant version’s leathery noodles, watery broth, and strangely dehydrated toppings have left us disillusioned. It awaited, encased in Styrofoam, in the back of cupboards, ready to be microwaved (even if the labels warned against it!) when the fridge sat empty and our bank accounts begged us not to eat out anymore. For the uninitiated, instant ramen was ramen.
But in actuality, ramen—real ramen—is far from instant. It is a labor of patience. Its individual components are ritually prepared hours or even days in advance, lovingly boiled, braised, or pressed to ease out dynamic flavors.
Just more than a decade ago, authentic ramen was primarily found only in Japan. Even in Hawai‘i, where 16% of the population is Japanese, the fare was dished up at hole-in-the-wall eateries known only through word of mouth. Then ramen hit the American mainstream in the early 2000s, a charge led by Korean-
American chef David Chang with his Momofuku ramen bar. In Hawai‘i, the movement was spearheaded by local institutions like Goma Tei, which opened in 2006.
At Goma Tei, co-owner Kenneth Siu has made sure the ramen is made as authentically as possible. Almost every ingredient is either imported from Japan or made using techniques inspired by Siu’s close friend, a traditional Japanese chef from Nagoya. The noodles are made fresh every day, pressed in-house locally with a noodle machine imported from Japan. Raw sesame, also brought from Japan, is roasted and stone-ground, then boiled with pork bone, chicken stewers, and vegetables for several hours to make the broth for Goma Tei’s signature tan tan ramen.
“Yes, food is subjective, but good food never lies,” Siu tells me over steaming dishes, including his most recent creation: truffle ramen. A stickler for culinary perfection, Siu took six months to perfect the recipe, which involves infusing
truffle powder directly into the noodles. As I slurp down the last of my ramen, I compliment Siu on the flavor. He responds, “The authentic way is the one that lasts.”
At Eating House 1849 by Chef Roy Yamaguchi, my meal comes in a dish so big that the server must to carry it with both hands. This restaurant, which debuted on Kaua‘i in 2016, is Yamaguchi’s homage to Hawai‘i’s plantation days and their cuisine. Back then, it would not have been uncommon for Japanese plantation workers to cook up a bowl after a long day in the field. In fact, the local noodle dish saimin has its roots in Japanese plantation cuisine combined with Chinese and Filipino noodle dishes.
Eating House’s take on ramen is more elevated than what would have been shared in communal meals at the plantation. Its spicy ramen has a creamy broth that is more pork than sesame, steering away from the strong peanut buttery taste often associated with sesame-based ramen. The pork belly is braised to the point that it is almost delicate. The hearty dish that has umami in every slurp. In contrast to the meaty depth of the
@eatinghouse1849
spicy ramen, the tempura ramen is light. Its broth has the faintest shoyu flavor, not so much that it overpowers the dish but enough to complement its other components. The various tempura fixings go down with a crunch, a satisfying balance to the noodles’ tenderness.
Despite the yin and yang natures of these dishes, they have a common bond in the freshness encountered in every bite. Eating House 1849 sources ingredients from farmers, ranchers, and fishermen in Hawai‘i. “We like to use local ingredients because you can really taste the difference,” says Randy Bangloy, executive chef of Eating House’s Waikīkī location. “A dish is only as good as its ingredients.”
Journey past the shelves flaunting Mitsuwa Marketplace’s assortment of imported Japanese goodies and you’ll find Hokkaido Ramen Santouka.
The restaurant looks unassuming, tucked into the store’s back corner under bright fluorescent lights, but its selection of ramen and rice dishes is probably the closest to what you would find in the fast-paced streets of urban Japan. Santouka first opened in Hokkaido, Japan. In the two decades since, it has expanded to nine countries, with 15 locations in the United States alone.
Although its ramen is made for patrons who are on the go, Santouka does not sacrifice any time or care in preparing the filling yet flavorful bowls. From the shio ramen, with
its subtle and mildly salty essence, to the tokusen toroniku ramen, Santouka’s first and signature dish, there is ramen for every taste.
With my mini culinary tour coming to an end, there is nothing left for me to do but sit back in my chair and pat my stomach. My curiosity has been sated, my palate cleansed of any past impressions of ramen. The next time someone offers me microwaved, rehydrated noodles, I’ll have to ask: “Have you tried the real stuff?”
@gomateihawaii
@mitsuwa_waikiki
All in the ‘Ohana 60
L BRUNELLO CUCINELLI CARDIGAN, $2,795, SAKS FIFTH AVENUE
THICK KATIE RING, $40, PACHULAH
R JUDITH DRESS, $425, PRADA SUNGLASSES, $400, LOEFFLER RANDALL DAISY ESPADRILLES, $195, ALL FROM SAKS FIFTH AVENUE
A LA PLAYA TOTE, $68, ALL THE BEST HOOP EARRING SET, $38, BOTH FROM FREE PEOPLE
BAMBOO RING, $45, TIA RING, $35, THICK KATIE RING, $40
$40, ANTHROPOLOGIE
@pachulah
Kapiolani Beach Park
CUCINELLI CARDIGAN, $2,975, CHLOÉ MINI MARCIE SATCHEL, $890, BOTH FROM SAKS
SILK LACE DRESS, $1,040, 45R
@pachulah
L ONE OF A KIND, HANDSEWN VINTAGE COTTON BEAN BAG (SMALL), $279, ISLAND HOLI ON DIXIE
FEATHER KHADI ICAT PRINT DRESS, $928, 45R
ISLAND HOPPER TWO TONE, $34, FREE PEOPLE
OYSTER DROP EARRINGS, $38, ANTROPOLOGIE ON PHOENIX
RETRO LUAU SHIRT, $129, SURFLINE
CHINOS, $46, HANNA
R CHAMBRAY DRESS SET, $54, HANNA ANDERSSON
ANDERSSON
@happyhannas
@surflinehawaii
L SHASTA SKIRT SET, $128, JUST BEACHY EARRINGS, $28, BOTH FROM FREE PEOPLE
R ALICE AND OLIVIA JEANNIE BLOUSE, $295, ALICE AND OLIVIA
SUEANN MIDI SKIRT, $485, LOEFFLER RANDALL GINGHAM
MULES, $395, LOEWE GATE MINI BAG, $1,290, ALL FROM SAKS FIFTH AVENUE
Up in the Air
At the height of the radio era, International Market Place made waves around the world with regular local programming.
The 1940s through the 1970s was Hawai‘i’s “Golden Era” of travel. Pan American’s first Hawaii Clipper passenger flight arrived in 1936, making the islands more accessible than ever and set the foundation for a culture of hospitality upon which the economy relies today.
However, this era wouldn’t have been what it was without its soundtrack: the relaxed, smooth sounds of Hawaiian steel-guitar and other contemporary Hawaiian music played on radio shows which broadcasted across the world from stations like International Market Place’s very own treehouse.
Nestled up in the famous banyan tree at the center of International Market Place was Donn the Beachcomber’s treehouse home—complete with a licensed radio station. From that station, disc jockeys would broadcast the marketplace’s live shows to a worldwide audience, helping to spread Hawai‘i’s music. Later on, the station would grow from only hosting live shows to having resident DJ hosts and almost 24-hour broadcast coverage, floating along the AM 590 KGMB waveband which would later become KSSK, as it remains to this day.
Between the ’50s and ’70s, from their radio perch high up in
the banyan, Hal Lewis and George Groves—better known by their stage names, DJ J. Akuhead Pupule and DJ Granny Goose—used the radio airwaves to play the tunes they loved and keep the islands entertained. Sometimes this came at the islanders’ expense. DJ Akuhead Pupule was a notorious prankster, famously announcing Hawai‘i’s American statehood in 1951, eight years too early. He once even summoned thousands of people to the streets to observe a parade that did not exist, his narration adding to their bewilderment.
Though they switched among stations throughout their careers, the time that they and all other DJ’s spent in the treehouse is solidified in the memories of a generation of Hawaiians who were raised on their voices. As Waikīkī surfer Kale Omori remembers, “My brothers and I used to spend whole days on the beach with a little radio listening in.” Omori continues, “We always wanted to go knock on the [treehouse] door, but being kids, just being that close and listening was good enough.”
Despite Donn the Beachcomber never having hosted a recurrent broadcast show himself, it had been his intent to grace Hawai‘i’s radio waves since he first broke ground at International Market Place,
announcing in a 1956 newspaper that there would be live broadcast every Sunday afternoon. At the time, radio was the most popular media format in the world. It allowed for information, music, and culture to be sent out and brought into your home and that is exactly what Donn Beach wanted—to bring the aloha from his home in Waikīkī to your home, wherever that might be. His voice may not have gone out every Sunday, but thanks to Donn, the phrase “broadcasting live from the Banyan tree” came through loud and clear every day all across the world for decades to come.
RIGHT: INTERNATIONAL MARKET PLACE, 1962. LEFT: INTERNATIONAL MARKET PLACE, 2019.
Sunset Stories
A proud lineage of hula dancers return home to the stage that launched its journey as Hawai‘i’s longest-running entertainment company five decades ago.
Six dancers took the stage in 1969 for a private performance for legendary singer Don Ho. He was scheduled for a three-month tour on the continent and was looking to fill the vacancy of his residency at Duke Kahanamoku’s Polynesian Restaurant and Supper Club at International Market Place. It was the height of Waikīkī’s golden era, and his restaurant was at the heart of it. Impressed by the show’s original choreography and diverse cultural storyline, “Uncle Don’s” seal of approval offered dancers Jack and Cha Thompson the opportunity of a lifetime: to fill in for the iconic performer while he was away on tour. Though they did not realize it at the time, this fortuitous moment became their first unofficial contract and launched Tihati Productions, catapulting the duo and their small cast of family and friends into the local entertainment industry.
In the age of hapa haole Hawaiian glamour, the Thompsons useed their backgrounds in hula and fire-knife
dancing to create a comprehensive Polynesian showcase featuring various styles of dance. Kalihi-born Cha grew up in a hula hālau, honing her skills under the direction of kumu hula Rose Joshua of Magic Hula Studio. Jack “Tihati” Thompson was born on Swains Island, a tiny atoll 240 miles north of American Samoa. His family relocated to O‘ahu, where his grandfather was stationed in the military. The two met as teenagers, falling in love and marrying after graduating from Farrington High School. Tihati used to wait each night to take Cha home after a local hula production in which she performed, so she urged him to instead audition as a dancer to fill his waiting time. He made the cut and joined the cast, which was his introduction him to the world of entertainment. But their roles as dancers changed after they performed Ho and landed the opportunity to create an exclusive show to fill his three-month vacancy. Before long, they secured contracts
“OUR GOAL WAS TO HIGHLIGHT THE LAND AS THE LEGACY OF QUEEN EMMA, AS WELL AS TO SHOWCASE THE HISTORY OF THE MARKETPLACE.” —AFATIA THOMPSON
JADE SNOW | MICHELLE MISHINA AND JOHN HOOK
with neighboring establishments Beachcomber and Moana Surfrider Hotel, and they founded Tihati Productions in 1969. Their son, current Tihati Productions president Afatia Thompson, was immersed in the world of entertainment as a child. He and his siblings grew up performing in shows before transitioning into leadership roles within the family business. His sister Misty Tupolo, who is the company’s vice president, and his wife, Nicole Thompson, work together on all aspects of production, from songand script-writing to choreography and costume design. Afatia credits his parents with the birth of the lū‘au format we recognize today. “Dad had the Polynesian side and mom brought in her hula side, so it was truly a blending of cultures,” Afatia says. “But they didn’t realize they were creating the blueprint of a new style of entertainment.”
The award-winning formula afforded Tihati Productions immense opportunities, from countless television and motion picture appearances to private shows for the likes of Oprah Winfrey, President Bill Clinton, and First Lady Hillary
Clinton as well as the honor of being the first Polynesian show to perform at the White House. Cha was inducted into the Hawai‘i Business Hall of Fame in 1982 and won the Leadership in the Industry award from aio Media Hawai‘i Lodging and Tourism Awards in 2019, honoring her contributions to the tourism industry.
From a modest show comprised of six family members to an expansive company of nearly 1,000 employees and 14 shows in production throughout the state, Tihati Productions has evolved over its 50 years in business and finessed its formula for highquality lū‘au performances. Afatia acknowledges the company’s success as a balance between its commitment to entertainment value and a responsibility to educate its audience. “We hope to provide an authentic cultural experience by sharing the mo‘olelo (stories) of our islands with integrity and professionalism,” Afatia says. “In doing so, we hope that guests take away a little more ‘ike (knowledge) about Hawai‘i and Polynesia, and come back and visit us again.”
While Tihati Productions’ success expanded beyond its Waikīkī origins, in 2016 it made a nostalgic return to the place that launched its success. When International Market Place reopened as a newly reimagined destination following renovations in 2016, Tihati Productions created “O Nā Lani Sunset Stories” to captivate passersby with sunset performances at Queen’s Court. The free daily show illustrates the evolution of International Market Place and Waikīkī’s storied history. Professional hula dancer Caleb Borge has been with the company for more than seven years and has performed at International Market Place since its relaunch. “While other lū‘au shows might tell a broad story of Hawai‘i, this show is tailored to fit the narrative of Waikīkī’s significance within its historical context,” Borge says. “It not only focuses on storytelling, but also educates the audience about our ali‘i (monarchs), this ahupua‘a (land division), and the figures of influence that have shaped modern Waikīkī.”
The O Nā Lani Sunset Stories is performed seven days a week at sundown at International Market Place’s Queens Court.
Artful Offerings
A writer’s quest for an art piece that sparks joy at International Market Place’s colorful galleries.
My walls—and my mind—are blank. It’s been six months since I moved into my apartment and while my collection of retro credenzas, planters (one is shaped like a turtle!), and mid-century lighting fixtures have increased exponentially, one thing remains starkly apparent: the lack of wall art. In some places, worn scrapes in the off-white paint cry out for attention—or coverage—like an open wound. Yet I’m paralyzed.
Personality? I have one, surely. I’m not a robot, so I must have opinions. Can’t such opinions be displayed as art and pull some double duty around here for once? I try to remember the things I love, which feels a bit like listing exboyfriends. I like misty, rainy days, for instance (normally). I like travel.
(Don’t I?) But how do I hang those bits of my heart on my sleeve—or my walls? I hit the galleries and art boutiques at International Market Place to find out.
At the National Geographic Fine Art Galleries, there were
photographs of misty, rainy days and poignant travel scenes in Morocco and Japan. Perfect, right? There were intense and breathtaking scenes: Larger-than-life images of a lion crouched in the reeds and making unsettling eye contact with you, a volcano’s glow bouncing off clouds in the distance, a group of circling sharks in a shadowy blue.
I linger on a photograph of a lone traveler bundled in furs and on horseback. He’s surrounded by a frozen landscape, what looks like the edge of the world. It’s a moody, dreamy piece—a recreation of a famous 5,000-mile journey a Cossack made across Siberia in the late 1800s to ask the Russian tsar to protect a native tribe from corrupt local officials. No one thought he would live. It’s a quietly triumphant, resonating image that dances on the edge of the unknown. And it’s beautiful.
But is it quite right for staring at while blearily drinking my morning coffee at the dining table?
NATALIE SCHACK | CHRIS ROHRER
@greenroomhawaii
1. GREENROOM HAWAII IS A GALLERY WITH CHEERY, GRAPHIC PRINTS AND WORK BY LOCAL ARTISTS.
2. AT TABORA GALLERY, THE SCENE IS A HODGEPODGE OF ELEGANT OIL PAINTINGS AND NATURAL SCULPTURES.
3. “ WE LIKE ART THAT REALLY SPEAKS TO OUR HEART, SO IT IS NOT NECESSARILY A DISTINCT STYLE, BUT THE FEELING WE GET WHEN WE LOOK AT A PIECE,” SAYS ARTIST HEATHER BROWN.
I ask for help.
“Some people come to me, like, ‘I like swans,’ so we have a swan picture,” says senior fine art consultant Kalei Kamekona.
“So some people know what they’re looking for?”
“Sometimes.”
“But mostly not.”
“Mostly not. Sometimes the art finds you.”
At Tabora Gallery, the scene is a hodgepodge of experiences: Serene, elegant gallery walls of scenic, island oil paintings in one corner, ethereal sculptures of sea turtles gliding gracefully through the air in another, whimsical tropical landscapes in a third. Some spark joy, but others something else: Peace, perhaps. Or, an awareness of the divine.
I ask the dealer for guidance,
but she’s similarly hesitant to lead.
It’s your journey, she basically tells me, in so many words. I can’t take it for you. “Art is so personal,” she muses. “Someone can love still lifes, someone can love sea life, someone can love bronze sculpture.
“They know when they see it.”
Perhaps I should be focusing on a color scheme, I think, as I enter Greenroom Hawaii, a gallery with cheery, graphic prints, work by local artists, and island-inspired aesthetics. I think of my plants and my little Japanese tansu cabinet, my vintage sideboard, and all their dark colors. Should I be looking for a woodsy painting? A casual beach scene? Something lighthearted and bohemian, fit for a modern little Honolulu jungalow?
Heather Brown’s work, with its
stylized waves and chipper, surfer vibe, adorns one nook of Greenroom Hawaii. “It is all about the connection to the person buying it,” says Brown, who puts a piece’s personal weight before how it will fit a room when choosing art. “I find most people are looking for something to really remember this time and space forever—a person or a specific place at a certain time of day and certain season. We like art that really speaks to our heart, so it is not necessarily a distinct style, but the feeling we get when we look at a piece.”
So, it’s personal. Purchasing artwork can’t be instructed and perhaps it can’t even be rushed. It’s about the sparking of joy or nostalgia or peace in a way that only the right creation can. It’s not necessarily knowing anything about art but
about falling in love, about knowing what you like. I wander through the racks of prints and paintings waiting for that special spark. When I find it, I’ll think: I would drink my morning coffee in front of that any day.
Family Restroom
Restroom
Elevator
Escalator
Valet
ATM
Charging
Customer
Security
Management
Lamaku¯
Treehouse
S
V
N BOOKS, CARDS & GIFTS
T
N
G
K
T
T
Avis
Hawai‘i
Hawaii.Com
Budget
Zipcar
Pepsi
Pandora T Papyrus N
Sand People I Shinola S
Vera Bradley V
CHILDREN’S FASHION
Hanna Andersson N Lani Beach by Mireille K
Seafolly Australia K Surf Line Hawaii W
Vilebrequin P
DINING & ENTERTAINMENT
Eating House 1849 F
Flour & Barley B Goma Tei Ramen E
Herringbone D
Kaku's Sushi & Seafood Buffet F Kona Coffee Purveyors U Mi Almita Cantina T Mitsuwa Marketplace L ShoreFyre A StripSteak F The Street Food Hall by Michael Mina T
FOOD SPECIALTY
ABC Stores T
Godiva Belgium 1926 I
Honolulu Cookie Co U
Kona Coffee Purveyors U
Kula & Kō Confectionery I Magnolia Ice Cream & Treats M
Sugarfina P
*Coming Soon
HEALTH & BEAUTY
Aēsop S
Drybar T
GNC Live Well M
Jo Malone T
L’Occitane en Provence T
Laline J
Lush H
Saks Fifth Avenue M / U
The Shiatsu and Massage Center T
HOME DÉCOR
Anthropologie N
Greenroom Gallery G island HOLI V
National Geographic Fine Art Galleries W Sand People I Tabora Gallery H
LUGGAGE & HANDBAGS
3 1 Phillip Lim P Balenciaga H / Q Burberry W Christian Louboutin R Fossil I
Happy Wahine L
House of Samsonite T Michael Kors W Saks Fifth Avenue M /
2
1
家族用化粧室
化粧室
エレベーター
エスカレーター
バレー（駐車係）
ATM
充電スポット
カスタマーサービス
警備
管理事務所
ラマク・タワー
ツリーハウス
ステージ
タクシー
外貨両替
エイビス・レンタカー
スリングショット ハワイ ツアー＆レンタル
Hawaii.Com
バジェット・レンタカー
ジップカー(５階、駐車場)
Pepsi
V
N
T
N
G
K
ギャラリー G ジョーマローン T ラニ ビーチ バイ ミレイユ K マーティン＆マッカーサー T パンドラ T パピルス N サンドピープル シャイノーラ S ヴェラ ブラッドリー V 子供服
ハナ アンダーソン N ラニ ビーチ バイ ミレイユ K
シーフォリー・オーストラリア S サーフライン・ハワイ W ヴィルブレクイン P レストラン＆エンターテイメント イーティングハウス 1849 F フラワー＆バーリー B ごま亭ラーメン E ヘリンボーン D コナコーヒー パーベイヤー U カク寿司＆シーフードビュッフェ F ミ・アルミタ・カンティーナ T ミツワ マーケットプレイス L ショア・ファイヤー A ストリップステーキ F ザ・ストリート・フード・ホール byマイケル・ミーナ T スナック・ドリンク・お土産 ABCストア T ゴディバ ホノルル クッキー カンパニー U コナコーヒー パーベイヤー U クラ＆コー コンフェクショナリー マグノリアアイスクリーム＆トリート M シュガーフィナ P
* 近日公開
S
T
M
T
J
H
M / U
S
V
1 フィリップ リム P 45R S
H / Q
J
W
G
K
V
K
ジーン S
フィフス アベニュー M /
O
DINING
STRIPSTEAK
By James Beard Award Winner, Michael Mina, StripSteak is Mina’s take on the traditional steakhouse, featuring the finest cuts of meat and seafood.
EATING HOUSE 1849
By James Beard Award Winner Roy Yamaguchi, Eating House 1849 blends fresh, locally sourced foods with haute cuisine in an homage to Hawai‘i’s culinary heritage.
GOMA TEI
This eatery features Japanese ramen noodles, homemade broths, and its specialty, Tan Tan Ramen.
FLOUR & BARLEY
This modern Italian restaurant features a unique spin on a traditional pizzeria and also has an exceptional, curated cocktail program.
HERRINGBONE
Filled with a sense of nautical whimsy, Herringbone features coastal cuisine with an emphasis on line-caught seafood and high-quality meats.
SHOREFYRE
Famous for their 50/50 Bacon Burger, at ShoreFyre enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner. With full bar, enjoy Hawaii's signature cocktails in a laid back, casual setting.
Featuring fresh coastal Mexican by James Beard Awardwinning Chefs Hugo Ortega and Michael Mina.
THE STREET FOOD HALL by MICHAEL MINA
A bustling collection of culinary experiences carefully curated by Chef Michael Mina featuring a collection of stations and cuisines that reflect a global perspective.
ザ・ストリート・フード・ホール by マイケル・ミーナ シェフ、マイケル・ミーナが監修する新感覚のグルメフードコート。ストリート フードにインスパイアされた多国籍料理が一堂に集まります。
LEVEL 2
レベル・２
MITSUWA MARKETPLACE
Mitsuwa Marketplace is the largest Japanese Supermarket in the U.S. which offers a selection of sushi, bento, deli, Japanese groceries, confectionery, cosmetics and more.
ミツワ・マーケットプレイス
ミツワ・マーケットプレスはアメリカ最大の日本食品スーパーマーケットです。
お寿司、お弁当、日本食材、コスメ、雑貨などもお買い求めていただけます。
@flournbarleyhi
@gomateihawaii
@herringbonewaikiki
@eatinghouse1849
@shorefyre
@thestreethi
@mitsuwamarketplace
AMENITIES & SERVICES
アメニティー＆サービス
GET CONNECTED
Shop. Eat. Stream.
Free Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the shopping center. Go to your Wi-Fi settings and select .FREE_mallwifi.
Recharge
Recharge your phone or device at one of our charging stations located throughout the center.
Stay Connected
For the latest information on news, events, and promotions, sign up for our email program at ShopInternationalMarketPlace.com.
CUSTOMER AMENITIES
Customer Service Desk
Located near the Kūhiō Avenue entrance, our staff is available during all mall hours to assist with shopping and dining information, events, transportation, local information, and more. You can also text your questions to (808) 201-0740.
Currency Exchange International
Currency Exchange International specializes in foreign currency exchange. Visit their location at the Customer Service Desk for all your currency exchange needs.
Charley’s Taxi
Need a ride? Charley’s Taxi is safe, secure, and fast. Just visit the valet station on Level 3 for taxi assistance.
Hawaii Jeep Tours
Discover the islands in a totally different way with Hawaii Jeep Tours intimate tours for 2-4 people. Customized, open-air Safari Jeeps allow you to drop the top, soak up the sun, and enjoy Hawai‘i!
Rent A Car
Avis, Budget & Zipcar rentals lets you explore the island at your own pace with great rates and exciting rides, including jeeps and convertibles to let you take in the Hawai‘i skies. Located at the Customer Service Desk.
Hawaii.Com
Enjoy Hawai‘i’s many exciting activities and tours by visiting the interactive “Hawaii.Com” digital display located near the Customer Service Desk on Level 1. Book your island adventure today! Text FUN to 43766 to book directly from your mobile device.
HAPPY HOUR ON THE GRAND LANAI
We’ve taken happy hour to the next level. From 3-5 PM daily, enjoy special happy hour prices on appetizers and drinks at participating Grand Lānai restaurants.
