Hawai'i (The Big Island) Shopping

  1. Ipu Hale Gallery

    Next to the café, this gallery sells ipu (gourds) decoratively carved with gorgeous Hawaiian imagery in an ancient method unique to the Hawaiian island of Ni'ihau. Lost after the introduction of Western crockery, the art form was revived by a Big Island scholar just 15 years ago.

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  2. Kimura Lauhala Shop

    Three generations of Kimuras weave quality lauhala (pandana plant) products here, as they have since the 1930s. Originally, they purchased lauhala products from Hawaiian weavers and sold them at the family's general store. When demand increased they took on the production themselves. Don't fall prey to cheap imports - the lauhala hats, placemats, baskets, bags and floor mats sold here are the real deal.

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  3. Kona International Market

    This awesome new complex is made up of five large warehouse buildings filled with individual stalls selling everything imaginable, including gifts, beach gear, boutique-quality clothing, produce and flowers. There's a food court and ample parking.

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  4. Made on the Big Island Outlet

    Made on the Big Island Outlet store stocks a wide selection of top-notch souvenirs, island crafts, edibles, clothing and oddities, including take-home potted bonsai.

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