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Pepper Lunch announces two new Honolulu locations in Waikīkī and Kapahulu following success of first Hawaiʻi restaurant. The Japanese DIY teppanyaki chain offers interactive dining on 500-degree iron plates.
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The Waikiki Aquarium celebrates World Ocean Month with student art from 22 Oahu schools, weekly beach cleanups, and a new summer concert series. The monthlong celebration combines community engagement with marine conservation education.
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The 43rd Pan-Pacific Festival brings free cultural performances, hula demonstrations, and a Waikiki block party to Kalakaua Avenue this weekend. The three-day celebration features Pacific Rim cultures with hands-on workshops, traditional music, and the colorful Ho’olaule’a parade.
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For The Culture Hawaiʻi’s 5th Annual Juneteenth Block Party moves to the iconic Waikiki Shell on June 19, featuring local and visiting performers, authentic food vendors, and cultural education. The venue upgrade reflects the event’s growth into one of Honolulu’s premier summer celebrations.
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King Kamehameha Day on June 11 features the traditional lei draping ceremony at Aliiolani Hale and colorful floral parade from Iolani Palace to Kapiolani Park. The state holiday celebrates Hawaii’s first monarch with pau riders, cultural performances, and community festivities throughout downtown and Waikiki.
Read MoreProfessional surfer Koa Smith paddled to shore and crawled across sand after a shark bit both legs at a South Shore break Tuesday morning. The 38-year-old Oahu native is expected to make a full recovery.
Read MoreJapanese teppan chain Pepper Lunch is expanding rapidly across Honolulu with new locations planned for Waikiki’s Hyatt Centric and Kapahulu Avenue. The expansion follows successful debut of the chain’s first Hawaii restaurant earlier this year.
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For The Culture Hawaii’s 5th Annual Juneteenth Block Party moves to the prestigious Waikiki Shell this June 19, marking the celebration’s biggest year yet. The venue upgrade reflects the growing recognition of Juneteenth in Hawaii’s multicultural community.
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Japanese teppan chain Pepper Lunch is expanding to Waikiki and Kapahulu after a successful Honolulu debut, bringing its signature sizzling-plate dining experience to more neighborhoods. The DIY cooking concept has resonated with local diners and reflects broader trends in Hawaii’s evolving restaurant scene.
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The 43rd Annual Pan-Pacific Festival transforms Waikiki June 12–14 with free hula, parades, and cultural celebrations. Expect traffic closures on Kalakaua Avenue Saturday evening for the main parade.
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