Pretty neat place but also a little sketchy…read more There is a no loitering sign above the tunnel - I did hear there was people who used to hang out in the tunnel and smoke in there (so luckily i was the only one there!) Its very easy to find with google maps/directions. You just park in the residential area and just walk right up. We didnt stay no more than 15 minutes here. Its not that big of a tunnel and there isnt much to see. Alot of the rainbow has been repainted white (probably from the graffiti)

"Try to be a rainbow in someone's cloud." --Maya Angelou…read more I saw this Mililani Rainbow Tunnel on Instagram and HAD TO see it for myself and get a few photos! The location is kind of vague. I drove around the perimeter of Mililani High School, but didn't see anything that resembled an entrance. Luckily, there were a couple of early morning joggers coming my way. I rolled down the window of my car and asked a woman if she knew where The Rainbow Tunnel was... Nope. She turned around and asked the guy behind her if he knew... Yes! He pointed behind me and said that I had to cross Kam Highway. Hmmm... I'm a townie. I have no idea about the layout of Mililani. It's confusing as heck! Luckily, there was an address attached to the Instagram page! It was quite accurate, so, I added it to this Yelp page. I parked on Hakupokano Loop when I could see the entrance to the Rainbow Tunnel. The other end of the tunnel is close to the Mililani High School football field on Kipapa Drive. However, there's no parking there and the entrance isn't visible from the street. Go to the Hakupokano side! This is a really cool landmark! No wonder it's an Instagram sensation! I didn't count how many photos there are of The Mililani Rainbow Tunnel... there are over 300 photos for sure. Note: There is also a Rainbow Tunnel in Canada, so make sure that you specify "Mililani Rainbow Tunnel" if you're searching online. Good luck, be happy, and enjoy!

A whale of an art…read more.. Titled "Earth Day Hawaii" this is a a sight that I can never resist to glance at every time I pass it which really isn't as frequent since you need to head into Waikiki on Kalakaua Ave driving past the Hawaii Convention Center and you'll see it on your left which is painted on the side of a condominium. Wyland Whaling Wall #67 apparently is what it is I just recently learned this and whenever I grab something from the 7-Eleven which is right beside it I do take a quick glance before I carry on my way to start my day and like how we appreciate seeing nature's beautiful rainbow which oddly I thought this mural had as well this artist rendition of nature is certainly greatly appreciated for all of us to enjoy. Thank you!

A giant wave... It…read moregot me at "hello" whenever I drive up and down Waiakamilo Road and you just can't miss it though it's behind a chained fenced surrounded by parked cars you can never really get a clear view of it but this stunning work of art is something so worth seeing or at least drive by it for a closer look. I'm clueless of the details like my friend Nadine C but know that it's always so stunning to get a quick glance at regardless and I did have that chance as I was dropping off some cans for recycling and to see that it was located right next to the wall which was really cool. Whatever reasons you may find yourself here, as a crafter I appreciate the joy it brings to everyone and hope that it stays there forever and ever. Thank you!

Only in Honolulu…read more.. On a little Hawaiian island named O'ahu, in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, is the World's Largest Wave Mural! Standing 5 stories high, this 14,000 square foot masterpiece was created by Hilton Alves from Brazil. It took him just 8 days to complete on October 26, 2013. However, 6 months of planning,150 gallons of paint, and $10,000 (for supplies) went into it! This Landmark in Kalihi, on the corner of Waiakamilo and Kalani Streets, reminds me of the Angel Wings project by Colette Miller. Colette has artwork all over the world, and so does Hilton Alves. While Ms. Miller reminds us that "We are the angels of the earth", Mr. Alves has more of an environmental theme and has educational projects which call upon children in our communities to get involved. There are about 11 wave murals in 5 different cities and 3 countries! For more information, visit the website: TheArtOfHilton.com Aloha!

For sure there's lots to see in Waikiki on the beach but here's a landmark that gets overlooked a…read morelot for other things around here. It has a lot of history for the locals. The Stones Of Life have some kind of mystical powers. A lot of this may just be stories, but have become a part of the culture. These represent Hawaii's longtime history of a place for healing and inclusion, among other things. Cool pieces of local history and worth going for a look on the way to something else. It's got a pretty interesting story. There's four stones, each representing a spirit who brought healing powers to Hawaii in ancient times. Fun to discover something pretty simple with so much history. The Hawaiian name for these is Nā Pōhaku Ola Kapaemāhū A Kapuni. A pretty significant aspect of local culture. These spirits were named Kahalo, Kapaemahu, Kapuni, and Kinohi. It was only in 1997 that these stones were placed here. They were taken from other places where they had been placed close to their favorite bathing areas according to the information on the plaque. Local officials thought it would be a good idea to put all these together in one area. This would also help preservation efforts and increase interest. Good place to find some history on the beach and learn about local history. It's located on Kalakaua close to the Duke Paoa Kahanamoku Statue. This is one of the more culturally significant things about Waikiki.

These might literally just be a bunch of stones that you end up disregarding because it's by…read moreWaikiki Beach and the restrooms. However, they have historical significance. The four stones are said to hold the power (mana) of four Tahitian healers from Raiatea. These healers traveled throughout the islands administering their miraculous cures. When it was time to go back to their homeland, they gave their names and spiritual power to these four stones. You might think they're just stones, but they are meant to represent the spirit and heritage of the Hawaiian people.

I'm a big fan of the old Hawaii 5.0 television series and had to see this memorial to jack lord…read morethat's at a mall near macys.

Landmark in Honolulu, Hawaii…read more.. Jack Lord was a popular actor - best known for his role as Detective Steve McGarrett in the television series "Hawaii Five-O" from 1968 to 1980 for 281 episodes. Besides being an actor, he was also an artist (he has a Fine Arts degree from New York University from a football scholarship), a car salesman, a seaman with the Merchant Marine, a philanthropist, director, and producer. During World War II, he worked with the Army Corps of Engineers. Jack Lord passed away on January 21, 1998. He was 77 years old at the time, had Alzheimer's disease, and died from Congestive Heart Failure. This bronze bust was unveiled on June 19, 2004. It was created by Lynn Weiler Liverton. The Jack Lord Memorial Fund was co-chaired by a British fan named Esparanza Isaac and Jack Lord's co-star, Doug Mossman. His $40 million estate went to Hawaiian charities when his wife, Marie, passed in 2005 at the age of 100.

Public art in Kalihi, Honolulu, Hawaii…read more.. While driving my friends from New Jersey around my Island State of Hawaii, I pointed out Honolulu Community College, which my nephew attended. Marlina and I decided to get out of the car when I parked in the school's parking lot on Kokea Street. Diane played a Hawaiian song on her phone: "Kaulana Nā Pua" (Famous Are The Flowers). She didn't know the meaning, but liked the tune. It's an appropriate song as we gazed upon the mural with Queen Liliuokalani (the last reigning Monarch of the Hawaiian Kingdom) in the middle. We also saw the words, "Mauka to Makai" which loosely means: from mountain to ocean. In the upper left corner, there is a Hawaiian Proverb: "A'ohe hana nui ke ahu 'ia" (No task is too big when done together by all). This is an awesome creation. It has deeper meaning when closely inspected...

Art is something that comes is so many forms…read more.. Here the Water Writes Honolulu Mural is one to behold and depending on the direction you're coming from to get the glimpse of this stunning mural is worth the quick stop I made to get a better look at this glory. On the top righthand corner explains much of much of it as it's presented by Estria Foundation & 808 Urban and I can go on but just can't describe each detail as this precious art tells the story of our precious water and we all need to be mindful how everything on thrives with water. This is one of many Water Writes Mural around the world (California, Arizona, Columbia, El Salvador, Philippines, and Palestine) so let's all appreciate and enjoy this stunning piece which helps remind us how blessed we truly are. Thank you!

World-renown artist and landscape architect Isamu Noguchi's Sky Gate industrial sculpture is bendy,…read morewavy (undulating) and looks like a sewer line ring gone awry while sitting atop a tripod as it graces the lawn of our Frank Fasi Civic Center between the Mission Memorial Buildings and Frank F Fasi Municipal Building. Since its installation in 1977, this sculpture has long been a controversial topic as many local residents who have criticized it as the most flagrant example of overspending by the City's Government Officials. However, this sculpture has been under-appreciated for years until 1990 when the Bishop Museum coined the term "Lāhainā Noon" based upon "lā hainā" meaning "cruel sun" in the Hawaiian language. What is the meaning of Lāhainā Noon? There is only ONE and always one point on Earth that is closest in distance to the sun (subsolar point) where the sun hovers closest between the Tropic of Capricorn and Tropic of Cancer. In Hawai'i, Lāhainā Noon or subsolar point is the astronomical phenomenon where the sun is directly overhead and its rays are perpendicular to the ground. It when the strange occurrence happens to the shadows of standing or vertical objects: they disappear. The subsolar point will happen twice a year on certain days and times throughout cities in Hawai'i before the Summer Solstice: Honolulu (O'ahu): 12:28 PM (May 26th) and 12:37 PM (July 15th) Kahului (Maui): 12:22 PM (May 23 + 24) and 2:32 PM (July 17+18th) Hilo: 12:16 PM (May 17+18th) and 12:26 PM (July 23+24th) Kona: 12:20 PM (May 17th) and 12:30 PM (July 24th) Volcano: 12:17 PM (May 16th) and 12:27 PM (July 25th) Waimea: 12:19 PM (May 19th) and 12:29 PM (July 22nd) For 363 days out of the year, the Sky Gate will make a curvy, wavy or twisted shadow that never sits directly over the concrete pad at the sculpture's base but, when Lāhainā Noon's direct sunlight is above the Sky Gate, its height-changing ring casts a perfect circle on its concrete pad. I've been following this celestial phenomenon for years from street level and now from above from our condominium unit. If you have a chance to check out this twice a year phenomenon, do it! While you're standing by the Sky Gate or in the other cities in Hawai'i on the dates and times given, look down and see if you can see your shadow.

Sky Gate is a work of one of the most influential artists of the 20th century, Isamu Noguchi…read more Known mainly as a sculptor, he also designed outdoor spaces and stage sets for iconic dance productions. He cast a long shadow into this century. Speaking of shadows, the interesting feature of this wavy steel shape is that, when the sun is in the right position above, the shadow on the ground will be reflected as a circle.

A very unique way of mixing ice cream and fruits to produce a very refreshing and lovely treat. The…read moresmell of the waffle cones is an indicator of sweet treats ahead!!! The friendly worker was able to make a tasty dessert with what looks like a deep earth digger machine from the movies. Within seconds very tasty treat to enjoy on a warm day!!! Definitely a highly recommended place for a cool treat!!! Then take a selfie at the Angel Wings mural just outside with your heavenly treat in hand!!!

Public Art in Haleiwa, Oahu, Hawaii…read more.. Colette Miller's Global Angel Wings Project appropriately began in 2012 in Los Angeles... The City of Angels. The purpose of her project was "...to remind humanity that We are the Angels of this Earth..." Wow... Isn't that a cool message? Besides in Los Angeles, these murals can be found all over the world - in such countries as Japan, Cuba, Australia, Kenya, Mexico, England, China, and Ukraine. There are two known Angel Wings murals in Hawaii. Both are on the Island of Oahu. One is in Honolulu, and the other is in Haleiwa. In 2015, Colette created the Angel Wings mural in Haleiwa, near the historic Bridge. Currently, the business next to the wall is an ice cream shop named "Sweet as...". All of the murals are interactive... meaning that people can pose in front of the murals and don Angel Wings temporarily. It's a fun, free activity for everyone! Go and find a pair of Wings near you using the locator: https://globalangelwingsproject.com/global-angel-wings-map Be an angel on earth!

Public art in Honolulu, Hawaii…read more.. We came upon this tall structure and were amazed by its grandeur. "Wayfinding" by Linda Fleming is an art installation at Victoria Ward Park. It was unveiled in July 2024. We were walking along the Ala Moana Boulevard Pedestrian Bridge when this structure came into view. It depicts movement of the ocean and the sky. It's the first of four planned art pieces in the park.

Park with art…read more.. Victoria Ward Park to be precise and as a great suggestion to go outside and explore it started at Choy's Monster then worked our way to Ala Moana Boulevard Bridge which took us over Ala Moana Boulevard to Victoria Ward Park one that most of us driven past as it got shifted across the street due to a condominium built at its former location though the size is much smaller I do feel like they tried to make it friendly and aesthetically pleasing by adding features like this art that we see from many angles as it towers impressively high to see is Wayfinding. Another definition of wayfinding is like navigating and as this work of art looks like either the wind and waves or a combination of it visually it certainly is stunning though as I looked at it closely I see many birds using it as a landing spot navigating itself to rest which in results of poop on it already which isn't very pleasing considering it's fairly new. Probably quite costly and to make and to maintain and keeping it clean will cost much more though absolutely beautiful just wished it was planned better.