Had a similar experience to KaTrice G - pretty sure this shop is operated by racist gatekeepers…read more When I walked into the shop, the store manager was warmly chatting and laughing with another woman who looked just like her. Then, as their conversation slowed and she turned away to start walking in my direction, I tried to greet her with a "Hello" and a smile - it sounded like she was in a cheery mood, after all, and I wanted to continue to foster the good energy. I shouldn't have bothered; it was near miraculous how instantaneously her demeanor darkened, her smile evaporating like some bizarre stage trick. As she faced me, she couldn't even muster a nod of acknowledgment, much less a smile; she just glared at me with an intensely stony face, before swerving off to one side of the tiny shop wordlessly. Funnily enough, the only form of acknowledgement I did receive was from the other customer in the shop, who smiled at me hesitantly. The store manager made it to the shop's tiny front counter, where she proceeded to stubbornly avoid eye contact by scowling down at the countertop, motionless, for the next few minutes. Exactly what she was staring at was unclear, as there wasn't much to the little stand besides some pieces of jewelry on display and a payment processing pad, which I'm sure she's looked over many many times before. She refused to look up, even as I walked right past the counter to find my boyfriend. Suffice it to say, I got the message. I grabbed my boyfriend and steered him out of the shop. After we walked out and I shared my bewilderment from the singularly unpleasant encounter, my boyfriend noted that he'd also gotten a similarly wordless, cold stare as he walked by her in a different corner of the shop. It's that bewilderment that brought me here, to Yelp, to see others' experiences with this particular business. I think it's rather interesting to note that all the 5-star reviews on Yelp and Google come from people - tourists and locals alike - with looks that are reminiscent of the blonde/dirty blonde women featured on Lucky Cat's social media. Let me be clear here: I didn't walk into the shop expecting to be greeted, much less attended to. I've definitely dealt with my fair share of gruff, no-nonsense business managers in the past, and it's perfectly okay - I don't know what they're dealing with, and I've never expected to. However, the difference between the store manager's affable treatment of the other customer, and the reception (or complete lack thereof) that we received, was so jarringly stark, that I started looking the shop up online to find answers. It's remarkably hypocritical, considering the fact that the shop's Instagram page (https://www.instagram.com/p/BBWBwCiFaBl/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=) promotes the "placement of buddha statuary... to neutralize any negative chi," and the shop itself smells strongly of incense and sells "new age" healing/cleansing knick-knacks like sage bundles and crystals and sound thingamabobs - notes ripped off of indigenous cultures with impunity. And the clothes were basic. Usually, I try not to knock small businesses, because I know that an owner's heart and soul goes into it, but since I've had such a horrible experience with this soulless business, I'll just be honest: the products look like fast fashion items they're purchased at a discount from dubious producers overseas and sold for a premium under a veneer of island exoticism. Even worse, the selection is lazy, your numbingly predictable Western vision of an exotic "Eastern-influenced" (read: appropriated) alternative lifestyle, with nothing distinctive to offer. Really, who are you kidding?

Don't go here. Walked in and was blatantly ignored by the lady working there. I first gave her the…read morebenefit of the doubt thinking "okay she probably just doesn't want to talk." But then someone else walks in, who happens to also be yt, and she warmly carries a nice conversation w her. You could feel her energy towards me vs the other customer. Only difference is the other customer is yt and i am not. It's unfathomable how a store that profits off of native and asian cultures, can treat people that look like me this way? Stop using the aloha spirit if you're not going to act on it. Tired of this shxt. Lol all the good reviews are from yt ppl.. surprise!!

Found a fabulous selection of bark cloth to cover a lampshade. They were also very helpful in…read moredirecting me to local stores where I could find additional craft supplies for my project.

Oh what joy when I found this adorable fabric shop!! I ended up purchasing over 24 yards of…read morefabric. The fabrics are gorgeous and the price is better than I can get in Phoenix. Reading their history this small store has been in Captain Cook over 100 years.

Top notch customer service, reasonable prices, great variety of styles. Love this store!read more

Great boutique with unique ladies clothing. I try to visit when they get new items. You need to…read morevisit both stores as they each have different items. For ladies who like at Chicos, you will love this store. They are even nicer & emit the island feel.

Sales man was pleasant, walked me through the basic options and a few cords. Prices seemed pretty…read morereasonable.

This was one of the best uke store visits I've ever enjoyed. I was encouraged to try lots of ukes,…read moreand then they brought out the most amazing locally made ukulele I've ever tried. Mellow, full-sound, and delightful to play. Yummy! Then, the luthier let me try one that he had just completed. Another fantastic musical option. This place is worth a visit. The whole neighborhood is worth a visit--it's only slightly off the beaten path, yet full of hidden treasures. Nothing like the strip mall style of stores in Kona.

Excellent shop. Organized well. Fair prices. Friendly, helpful staff. We'll add pics after…read moreHalloween!

The cutest most fun party clothing! Perfect for festivals or just a fun new outfit. Also very…read moreaffordable prices and kind owners! Definitely stop by.

Hubby got sunburned on the 2nd day on the island, even with lots o' sunscreen. We had been looking…read morefor a wide brimmed hat big enough to fit his head and had struck out many times before this stop. Not only were the employees incredibly nice, they went above and beyond to help us find a hat that fit. He was also able to find a 50SPF shirt as well. Now he can get back into the water. Just an awesome stop all around. Mahalo.

We stopped by to see if we could find some local fruits to try. We parked a few buildings away and…read morewalked over. It's a nice clean little shop, not tons of options, but have to give it 5 stars because the staff who helped us was super friendly and explained some of the different fruits to us as well as how to prepare them and what they tasted like. We picked up a couple things to try at a pretty good price considering everything is locally grown (star apple, white passion fruit, mangosteen).

Hidden gem! Nice selection of ripe local fruit and other goodies…read more Open and close to my condo. Owner is very friendly and knowledgeable.

Such a cute lil gem!…read more I stopped by last Saturday morning to pick up some things. Found street parking. The workers there were so friendly and willing to help if needed. They have so many cute lil beads and crafty things that it's definitely worth checking out. If you're not into doing the crafting yourself, they also sell pre-made jewelry available to purchase. Pricing is definitely reasonable.

great selection of different beads, charms and pearls for jewelry making! the lady helping us was…read moresuper nice and threaded our beads for us to create our custom necklaces. so worth doing this rather than getting a necklace premade for three times the price.

Gorgeous place, extensive selection of books and items. Sweet attendants. The prices for some of…read morethese books were so accessible that I regretted not having more room in my suitcase for them all.

What an amazing find! Daifukuji's gift shop is in a small room under the temple, and is PACKED with…read moreall sorts of Buddhism-related items: books, bells, beads, statues, artwork, clothing, prayer flags, and more. On the day I visited the shop was being run by a temple member named Jordan, who was friendly, kind, and very helpful. I picked up several things, including one of Daifukuji's classic "Try Sit" bumper stickers.