JJ ohana is a small family run business located in Hanapepe, Kauai. It's a fun little store with…read morelots of souvenirs, hats, T-shirts and they specialize in all things, Lilo &Stich! Brian was working today and was very personable. Found some great Lilo &Stich souvenirs!

My grandma's family is from west Kaua'i and we visit each summer so I'm familiar with Hanapēpē, but…read moreI recently visited JJ Ohana for the first time on a whim. We got there ~30 minutes before closing and I mostly wanted to check out their Ni'ihau shell lei, as they remind me of my grandma. They have a variety of lei, bracelets, and earrings and also offer repair services. I thought this was going to be a place run by non-locals like some of the other souvenir shops tend to be but was pleasantly surprised that the owners have deep roots in west Kaua'i too. We ended up talking story for a long time! Very friendly folks. They are one of the few places that sell certified Ni'ihau shell jewelry and provide you with a certificate so that you know your purchase is legitimate. Ni'ihau shell jewelry is the only jewelry specifically protected by the Legislature of the State of Hawai'i (H.B. No. 2569 passed in 2004), though unfortunately, many sellers still try to pass off any kine shell jewelry as Ni'ihau. To someone unfamiliar, the pieces may seem overpriced but the process to gather/clean the shells (which can only be found on Ni'ihau!) and make the jewelry are painstakingly meticulous. The prices are related not just to the number of shells involved but the qualities of the individual shells (colors, shapes, shine, etc.) It's important to support these talented, hardworking artisans and help ensure that this practice continues to be passed down. The shop also sells other types of jewelry and items (ex: wood carvings) that you wouldn't typically find at most other souvenir shops, in addition to common things like postcards and magnets, so I would still recommend stopping by if you've already been to a souvenir shop in Līhu'e or Kapa'a for example. They also sometimes attend craft fairs in other places to specifically sell Ni'ihau shell jewelry (ex: Made in Hawai'i Fest on O'ahu) so keep an eye out for them, even if you're not on Kaua'i!

On vacation on Kauai. Went into this shop (lu.la) with friends who are native to the island. As we…read morewere leaving one of the employees there "Georgia" actually followed us out to the sidewalk and accused my friend with taking a magazine. She said "I saw you pick it up" and "maybe you forgot you picked it up". This is a complete and utter lie. My friend was actually holding a magazine he had gotten across the street at Banana Patch Studio, a great local owned store. What happened at Lu.la was so rude, and appeared to be racially motivated. My friends are Hawaiian and I am Latino/asian. My friend's wife is one of the most respected physicians on the island and my friend is a noted photographer on Kauai. My wife is a doctor and I am an attorney. To be accused in such a rude manner was utterly unacceptable. The item in question is literally a local magazine available in every store on Kauai. We were given the magazine by the store owner from the shop across the street and walked into Lu.la. with it. Craziest thing is it is a free magazine available all over the island. The general what to do on Kauai you can get anywhere. When my friend spoke to the owner of Lu.la. about the incident, Angela the owner, instead of being apologetic, became hostile. She said "well you didn't buy anything" "is our apology not enough" very sarcastically. Like that was an excuse for their outrageous behavior. We actually left because their store was so hot and the products nothing special. This behavior is not acceptable on Kauai. This is what local Hawaiian's talk about being a problem on this island. The exact opposite of what you get when you shop at local owned businesses. Avoid this place! They do not reflect the values of the people of Kauai. Also, the entire conversation was recorded. My friend was not hostile. He was professional and spoke respectfully. We can and will upload the recording if Lu.la denies their hateful behavior. This kind of conduct anywhere is awful and has to be called out since the owner would take no responsibility for their employees woeful conduct. This store opposite of aloha in every way and not friendly or authentic in any way.

I came here with my family that was visiting from the mainland, and we had a pleasant experience…read more Georgia was very helpful and kind. The store had a selection for everyone and the prices were reasonable. I would recommend everyone to visit Lu.la when they visit Hanapēpē!

This cool little store has new and old paintings, Tiki carvings, deadly shark tooth weapons (for…read moredisplay only), and Menehune statuettes (http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/kauai-fine-arts-hanapepe?select=a9j0Ps322kVgaQK9VALz-Q#a9j0Ps322kVgaQK9VALz-Q), among it's wares., If you find yourself in Hanapepe, Kaua'i, be sure and stop in, look around, and give some luvvies to Morris the cat.

This shop on the corner was a gem! If you are a collector of history, or simply someone who would…read moreenjoy viewing unique pieces (art, maps, collectibles...), this is a great shop to stop by. We were looking for a unique piece, and found a map of the islands that my husband was very excited to find. We were looking for a unique all natural gift for our sister, and unexpectedly found wonderful all natural perfumes for all of our female loved ones. T & B (owners) are very friendly and are worth the visit just to stop in and say hello to. Thanks for the great items and conversation. Bo and Alyssa Chapman

Very friendly staff member. They had more Kauai focused souvenirs instead of just basic Hawaii. My…read morefriend got a couple cute stickers and a sweatshirt. They had tshirts, tank tops, Kauai hats and some other unique finds including some sparkly pineapples. the prices were pretty typical and seemed a decent value.

Loved the staff & good mixture of items to consider for myself and as gifts. I would go back.read more

Beautiful handmade Kauai treasures! I bought a bracelet and…read morea rosary for a friend I'm always looking for unique gifts for friends and family.

10/18/23 Still on the hunt for our sign for having guests leave their shoes before entering our…read moreabode...and I thought this place would have it. Nope. We've passed by this shop over a few dozen times over the years & decided to give it a go. The items are handmade from the Koa tree that is found in Hawaii. There are pens, jewelry, bags/purses, wallets, key chains, cutlery, ornaments, vases, kitchen items & other curious artwork displayed for sale. Candace was manning the shop & she was so friendly & welcoming. She even suggested a lady who might be able to create what we're looking for. This lady works from home & has a website (Tropical Isle Music). I love to support local businesses & Candace was so charming, I bought a couple of Aloha Hula girl ornaments & a pineapple (see photo) ornament. There's a few spaces for parking that it shares with Mankoa & a granola shack. It was lovely speaking with Candace, who I learned is actually half Filipino & half Japanese, born & raised in Kaua'i. Her grandfather was one of the first Filipinos who arrived from the Philippines to work in the plantations in Hawaii. It's always interesting to learn about people & their heritage. I'm very pleased with the experience & my purchases at this shop

Sadly, the fun shops at Spouting Horn no longer exist. Similar items can be found on Friday Night…read moreArt Night in Hanapepe.

So many little shops with such pretty items for sale. I found beautiful plumeria jewelry at one…read morestand. The service was wonderful!

The cutest little shop in the alley - kind of tucked away but very glad I stumbled upon KIKO on my…read morewalk through Kapa'a. They have plenty of high end gifts and souvenirs for the home and plenty of apparel and jewelry. Reminds me of a local Anthropology or Free People, but wayy better!!

My favorite shop! I always find something to cherish here. Staff is friendly and welcoming…read more I love their shop but wish there was more of the unique kitchzy but beautiful items. Recently visited and saw a lot of clothing. I love looking for a unique piece I can take home and have as a token of my trip. I love the ceramic sayings on the wall. Great items!! Highly recommend!!

The Ubelicious dessert was sweeeeet Such a great serving size to share with others!…read more There are a lot of options to choose from for desserts. Employees are nice and you can tell they care :). There also is other savory foods they offer. The gift shop part of this establishment is okay, a little old and dusty items they're selling.

What a great shop. They sell souvenirs and food. I got a pretty Hawaiian flower clip for $1!…read more We stopped on this side of the island on a cruise ship. We came by both days that we were at port for food and shaved ice here. They have a huge variety of shaved ice. You can add different flavors or syrup and ice cream. They have mochi and flan add-ons too. The possibilities are endless here. The fried intestine and lumpia are soooooo good. The intestine shrinks when cooked but was still delicious. The lumpia's are 10 for $10. They are so good I can probably eat 30 by myself. The fried banana eggrolls were huge. Crispy, a bit too sweet for me but really good. HAPPY SHAVED ICING!!

What a great place to find cute, one-of-a-kind gifts and other cool items. The prices are really…read morereasonable too -- my personal favorite was a jewelry collection of recycled plastic pulled from the sea. It's simple, elegant, and meaningful, and I snagged a pair of earrings made by a local for only $12! It's staffed by volunteers and stocked by local artists. Worth a stop, and once you find your bff's Christmas present, you can reward yourself with a slice of pie next door!

This is a great place for local art of all kinds! You can find a gift for any occassion.read more

If you are looking for high priced touristy clothes, jewelry, red dirt tee shirts and knick knacks…read morethis place might catch your fancy. The two highlights of this business were their collections in various cases of niihau shells for display only. They also had some for sale...$2000+ for a choker? Super nice but beyond what I would pay or could afford. Sure nice to look at and appreciate the intricate work to string the many designs. Kamaaina discount? Never vocalized it but it had crossed my mind. The second noteworthy significance of this place is that their restroom was clean, had many stalls and their hand wash soap smelled good. As we headed back towards the airport their parking lot was still empty. Wonder if tourist buses make it profitable.

I was not impressed with this shop. The merchandise was not that good and much of it was…read moreoverpriced. It is a popular stop by the tour busses and ours did stop here. I didn't see anybody buy anything. I thought it was a waste of time. I found the flowers and trees outside to be more interesting. Unless you're on a tour don't waste your time stopping here.