I’m a visitor from California, and I have very thin, soft hair. Back in China, my hair was always cut with layers, bu...
I’m a visitor from California, and I have very thin, soft hair. Back in China, my hair was always cut with layers, but in the U.S. I rarely meet a stylist who really understands how to create that kind of layered shape on my hair type.
Lulu was amazing — not only did she give me the layers I wanted, but she also took the time to explain how to properly care for my hair since I’ve had a perm. She shared helpful tips and recommended what to avoid (like using oily products that can weigh my hair down).
You can tell she’s extremely experienced, and her technique is confident and precise. The haircut turned out beautiful and natural, and the whole experience felt thoughtful and professional.
I highly recommend Lulu to both Asian travelers and local clients in the U.S. If you’re looking for someone who truly knows layered cuts and gives real hair-care advice, she’s the one to try.
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Alan Vuong is the best! Alan is a talented artist and an amazing stylist! I had long hair and needed a shorter haircu...
Alan Vuong is the best! Alan is a talented artist and an amazing stylist! I had long hair and needed a shorter haircut. I 100% trust Alan so I waited for my trip to Hawaii so he could cut my hair. I am soo glad I did!
I told him to work his magic and he sure did! I love my new look! He catered my haircut to my face shape. I used to see Alan for several years while living in Hawaii. He is not only my favorite stylist but has become a friend over the years. ❤️
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I had Terra Komiyama cut my hair today and it was AMAZING!!! The facility is beautiful and everyone is super nice. I ...
I had Terra Komiyama cut my hair today and it was AMAZING!!! The facility is beautiful and everyone is super nice. I just had a basic wash cut style. One hour later and she hit my vision right on the dot! She was super responsive to any tiny changes even when I was unsure of what I wanted haha she was able to give recommendations that were exactly what I was looking for. I don’t get my hair cut super often but I would absolutely go back again! 5 stars 💜😁
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I was blessed to get an appointment with Joanne. She is awesome, professional, authentic and sweet! I got a great hai...
I was blessed to get an appointment with Joanne. She is awesome, professional, authentic and sweet! I got a great hair cut but what I appreciated was that she took time to learn about my needs, discussed my life style and then took care of my hair issues. She gave expert advice, I learned a few things and enjoyed everything about the experience!
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Mai is amazing. Very flexible with walk ins and regulars. I needed my grays covered and she chose an excellent compli...
Mai is amazing. Very flexible with walk ins and regulars. I needed my grays covered and she chose an excellent complimenting color. I look like I lost 10 years, yay. The salon is between UH and Waikiki, super convenient. Good vibes and clientele. I will be back. Highly recommend Mai for your hair needs.
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Lots of physical media available, both American and Japanese. Prices were very reasonable especially for music discs ...
Lots of physical media available, both American and Japanese. Prices were very reasonable especially for music discs that were clearly unopened.
For those who connect anime figures, keychains, and so on, there were many options to go through from many different series. As someone from the mainland, this is the kind of shop that we need over here.
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This bookstore encourages you to leave your shose by the door, has seating pillows spread across the floors, and crea...
This bookstore encourages you to leave your shose by the door, has seating pillows spread across the floors, and creaks like a ship of old wood and memories.
Their author and speaker’s series are amazing. We attended the La Ku'oko'a celebration of Diplomacy, Unity, and Self-Determination on November 28 - honoring the 1843 recognition of the Hawaiian Kingdom by several Western Nations.
Poet Laureate for Hawaii Kealoha shared his powerful personal history on how he turned from a safe corporate job in California to a poet and spoken word artist.
Mahalo.
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The shop and Bess Press are legendary. So many amazing titles have been produced throughout the years! Excellent Hawa...
The shop and Bess Press are legendary. So many amazing titles have been produced throughout the years! Excellent Hawaiian Culture books, amongst other topics. The only thing is, parking sucks unless you use the big municipal lot across the street (no stars deducted as this isn't their fault...it's the reality of Kaimuki)
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incredible selection of books for unbelievable prices. spent $120 on at least $800-$1000 worth of books. there’s an e...
incredible selection of books for unbelievable prices. spent $120 on at least $800-$1000 worth of books. there’s an especially great range of US and global history, arts, pacific research, and fiction. the lady working there is also super lovely :) highly, highly recommend!
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Fantastic Dining Experience at Vintage Books
We had an outstanding dinner at Vintage Books and will definitely...
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Fantastic Dining Experience at Vintage Books
We had an outstanding dinner at Vintage Books and will definitely be back. Every dish we ordered was excellent. The lamb ribs were incredibly flavorful and perfectly cooked, and the island kampachi was fresh, light, and beautifully prepared. The Hauʻula tomatoes were another standout—simple, fresh, and full of local flavor.
Dessert was absolutely phenomenal. The gelato, tiramisu, and especially the crème brûlée were all exceptional—the crème brûlée in particular was to die for.
The ambience was classy yet comfortable, making it a great spot for a relaxed but upscale dinner. Our server Nikki was outstanding—attentive, friendly, and professional. The management team even stopped by our table several times to check in and make sure everything was perfect, which really shows how much they care about the guest experience.
A nice bonus: they validated our parking in the garage below the building, which made the evening even easier.
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