Events
2024 Kona Ironman World Championship – The Prep
Aloha! The Ironman World Championship kicks off tomorrow! Having lived in Kona for 24 years, I never get tired of this event—it’s incredible every single time. Sure, traffic jams come with it, but the energy and excitement are worth it, ...October 25, 2024
How the 2024 Election May Impact the Real Estate Market
As we approach the 2024 presidential election, it’s natural for uncertainty to affect market behaviors, especially in real estate. Historical patterns show that elections can cause buyers and sellers to hesitate, but the real estate market of...October 21, 2024
The Kona Coffee Cultural Festival 2024
The Kona Coffee Cultural Festival is more than just an annual event—it's a deeply cherished tradition celebrating one of Kona’s most iconic crops, Kona coffee. For me, it holds even deeper meaning, as it provided the foundation for my Kona ...October 16, 2024
KULEANA RUM WORKS
I recently had the opportunity to meet Steve Jefferson, the founder and CEO of Kuleana Rum Works, on the Big Island of Hawaii. In fact, I've been a fan of Kuleana Rum for a while now, and we even have a bottle at home. Traditionally, rum is mad...September 22, 2024
Kilauea Volcano 101: Location and Safety
The latest eruption that began on Monday, June 3, 2024, southwest of Kaluapele (Kīlauea caldera) within Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park has ended. This short-lived eruption, lasting just a few days, raised many questions about safety. Rest ass...June 14, 2024
Bon Dance Information
Bon Dance (Odori) is a traditional dance that honors ancestors and is cherished as a regional summer festival across Japan. Its origins lie in Buddhism, but today, it continues as an important cultural event that transcends religious boundaries...May 26, 2024
Golf Kona Style
We sponsored a charity golf tournament at Kona Country Club. It was a beautiful day as usual in Kona. And great turnout! Over 130 golfers. We didn't win but had a great time!!April 5, 2022
PGA Mitsubishi Electric Championship
PGA Mitsubishi Championship takes place at Four Season's Hualalai Resort every January. Yes. It is a senior tour, but you will be amazed how far these old-timers (most are still older than I am) hit! They don't strike as very athletic, BU...February 25, 2022