This beautiful Korean temple is a hidden gem of Honolulu, Hawaii. Tucked away into the mountainside…read moreof Palolo, a residential neighborhood, this temple is one of the largest Korean temples outside of Korea. There is a suggested donation and no photos inside the temple. My sister recommended this place and the views are absolutely spectacular and tranquil. Parking can be a bit steep when driving up, but there's plenty of parking spots. Highly recommend!

Cyndy's Bottom Line: Peace & tranquility…read more *Visitor Hours: 9-5pm daily *Admission by Donation: General $3.00, Seniors(60+) $2.00, Children $1.00, groups of 5 or more reservation in advance *Visitor parking lot on the premise has approximately 12 stalls or street parking within the neighborhood. *Be careful and drive slowly upon exiting the parking lot because of the steep driveway which may hit or damage the front end of your car. *There are activities held at the temple for the community- Korean service every Sunday 10:00-12noon. Insight or Vipassana meditation, Korean Dance and Drum, Korean Language (Reading and Writing), Painting, Yoga and Korean Tea Ceremony. *Website for more info - muryangsatemple.com e-mail: muryangsatemple@gmail.com Mu-Ryang-Sa Buddhist Temple is nestled deep in the lush, tranquil Palolo Valley for over 40 years and is the largest Korean Temple outside of Korea. The name of the temple means "Broken Ridge Temple.". What appears to be a flaw in the construction the roof was lowered because it exceeded the height limitation of the City & County. The temple is magnificent despite the roof's lower height. The grounds are beautiful and abundant with plants especially the variety of mango trees and coconut trees throughout the property. There are statues such as the Statue of Miruk Boddhisatava. There are lotus buds and lovely lotus flowers in bloom and pots of water lilies too. Water is saved in plastic containers and drums. The most interesting sight is the pots of aged miso and shoyu on the roof top below the temple. Highly recommmend a visit to capture the tranquility and beauty of the temple and Palolo Valley.

Came here Thursday night for the 5pm sound bath…read more Parking lot available if you drove in I walked in to an inviting space and a teacher who thought i was her cousin surprising her lol (same name and hometown) Great hour of sound bath work and relaxing your soul and mood. Great host who also refunded me immediately for a session i missed

Hale Mana Aura and the owner Nicky are amazing!…read more I've been several times for her community sound baths and meditation sessions. Highly recommend! This amazing business offers community care events, 1:1 & group sessions, sound baths, radical self care, somatics, and more‍‍

My forest bathing experience with Phyllis Look was far more than a walk in a beautiful garden. It…read morewas an invitation to slow down, pay attention, and rediscover my relationship with the living world around me. Her gentle presence, wisdom, and skill as a guide created a space where I felt both grounded and renewed. What impressed me most was how naturally she helped us move beyond simply observing nature to truly being in conversation with it. The experience awakened gratitude, wonder, and a deeper sense of connection. Our time together was rich with meaningful reflection, laughter, silence, and insight. Phyllis brings extraordinary warmth, attentiveness, and authenticity to her work. She guides without forcing, teaches without preaching, and creates the conditions for each person to discover their own experience. I left feeling restored in body, mind, and spirit. Highly recommended for anyone seeking reflection, healing, and a deeper connection with the natural world. I wholeheartedly recommend Phyllis Look and Forest Bathing Hawaiʻi. This was one of the most meaningful wellness experiences I have had, and I will carry its gifts with me for a long time. -- Radmar Jao, SJ

An amazing morning connecting with the gracious outdoor at Camp Palehua. I highly recommend…read morePhyllis' FOREST BATHING events. Mahalo Nui Loa to the hiking group.

Shari is kind, compassionate, and a great listener. I really liked her hypnotherapy style. It was…read moredifferent from what I have tried in the past, and she was very patient and took the time to really understand me. My focus was on developing an abundant mindset, and right after I got off Zoom with her, I received a text from one of my clients saying that my work volume would be increasing in the next few weeks! She also gave me a recording of the session so I can listen to it anytime. I highly recommend Shari!!!

I struggled with intense jealousy for decades and tried traditional therapy without real relief…read more Finding Shari at Manawa Energy changed everything. After just one hypnotherapy session, the emotions I had carried for so long simply disappeared. It felt almost unbelievable. Shari has truly changed my life, and I am deeply grateful for her incredible gift.

I stopped in for their Grand Opening at the New Energy Healing Center. They are conveniently…read morelocated in the Manoa Market Place where there is lots of parking. Entrance is on the street side up the stairs. When I walked in, I was surprised by the positive energy I felt. The ambiance had a feel of ease and comfort. The color of the room made it warm, cozy, and peaceful with the mountain view looking out the window. Jenni led the group with some stretching and exercises. She is a very good teacher and a good healer. She told me to stand straight up to check my posture. In an instant, she knew where my pain was in my legs and lower back. She explained to me the reason why it did that and gave me recommendations to stand properly. I have been working on that and the pain had gone away in two weeks. I will be making appointments to take her classes in the near future.

I visited this new Energy Healing Center a few times and the first time was for their Grand…read moreOpening! It was a big group class and we all did stretching and exercises with Jenni. I really liked the calm and peaceful atmosphere. The open view through the glass windows is very nice and a great place to destress. Parking is free at the Manoa Marketplace. Take the stairs to second level around the right side of parking entrance. Jenni was very kind and listened to my health concerns. When I did my Introductory session with her, I learned a lot about my chakras and how to open my energy circulation. I enjoyed her exercises & guided Meditation. Felt relaxed and recharged after! Looking forward to my next session! Mahalo!

I went twice during my vacation and LOVED it! A donation-based sound bath on the beach at sunset…read morein Waikiki, what could be better?! I actually saw rainbows during the 2nd session because it rained lightly. Kaori is great at what she does, very personable & friendly, and has a lot of regulars. Very responsive with email as I contacted her weeks before my trip. DEF worth checking out. I hope to come back again if I am ever in Hawaii!

Attending the community sound baths with Sound Healing Hawaii has become the most grounding and…read morebeautiful way to end my week. Every Friday night feels like a sacred reset--and I truly wouldn't want to spend my evening anywhere else. Kaori's full moon sound baths with Reiki are especially powerful. The way she plays the crystal bowls and other instruments allows the sounds to radiate through my entire body. I can physically and emotionally feel the energy that no longer serves me melt away. Her peaceful presence and gentle spirit create a deeply safe and calming space where I can simply be--fully present, fully held, fully grounded. Laying under the stars on the beach, listening to the healing vibrations, has been life-giving. And the fact that Friday night sound baths are donation-based speaks volumes about the kind of heart-centered human Kaori is. She creates community with so much care and intention. I love, love, love Sound Healing Hawaii. It's an experience I would recommend to anyone needing restoration, clarity, or just a beautiful place to reconnect with themselves and the universe.

I can't recommend this class enough! Practicing yoga surrounded by nature added such a calming and…read moreenergizing element to the session. Malia is incredibly knowledgeable and welcoming, guiding us through poses with clear instructions! The class is perfectly paced, with a balance of gentle stretches and more challenging poses. I always leave feeling both relaxed and invigorated. It's so good even my bf wanted to come-

Love Malia's yin, restorative yoga class. She does an incredible job catering to the classes needs…read moreand focus. I leave all of her classes feeling restored and at peace. I highly recommend her class!

Located off a University Ave at Pucks Alley. You can reserve your yoga class or massage time via…read moretheir website. The staff here are very friendly and welcoming.

Everyone here was so compassionate and incredibly professional and kind. I arrived feeling…read moreliterally emotionally broken and my reiki practitioner made me feel special and understood what I was going through and helped me to relieve my pain. I highly recommend this place. They are genuine and care about everyone that comes through the door. The place is also beautiful and clean. Thank you to everyone who helped me today!

One of the newest and biggest Goodwill store and donation stop in Honolulu that I know of. Even if…read morethrift stores are not your thing, one might find an item that may trigger a happy memory from childhood or an Aunt's house. Lots of clothes. Wide array of housewares. Seasonal stuffs are fun to find. Most items look lightly used or brand new. Once in a while there are junkie items but generally most are in a decent condition. Prices can't be beat. Visit often because some days it's a treasure trove and other days slim pickings.

Shopping in Kaimuki, Honolulu, Hawaii…read more.. After 4 years of renovation, Goodwill Store is again open on Waialae Avenue! Located on the Ground Level of the new Civil Beat Plaza, the Grand Opening was at 9:30am on 9-1-23, Friday. The long line was formed way before 8:45am when I arrived. I parked in the free, open surface parking lot on Wilhelmina Rise, which filled up quickly. Free Refreshments, chances to win gift certificates from nearby Kaimuki businesses (examples: Chubbies Burgers, Daily Whisk Matcha, Cowcow's Tea, Koa Pancake House, Otto Cake, Broken Rice, Atsuka Nabe & Shabu Shabu, and $50 at The Surfing Pig), live music, and gift cards for the first 100 customers were the draw. At 10am, the first 300 people were allowed in the store. I happened to be #175. No gift card for me, but I got a free Donut from Zippy's, and a raffle ticket! Thank you! I enjoyed the clean, bright, air-conditioned, organized, spacious environment! I'll be back soon! Congratulations on your beautiful renovation!