I have compiled a list of recommended power spots in Honolulu, focusing on places I particularly want to introduce to you.
Actually, although it is not well known, there are many hidden natural areas scattered around.
Access is not difficult, and there are plenty of recommended areas where you will be more moved than you imagine.
They are introduced in Japanese alphabetical order, so please look for them according to the places you want to visit or what you want to do.
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Recommended Power Spots in Honolulu
This mainly summarizes power spots located in the Ward, Downtown, Kalihi, Pearl City, and Kahala areas.
If you find a place you are interested in, please use the link to the detailed article under each heading.
Keaiwa Heiau
Keaiwa Heiau is a healing spot where ancient Hawaiians treated illnesses and injuries.
There are ruins of several heiaus (similar to shrines or temples) in Hawaii, but among them, it is known as a power spot specifically focused on the power of healing.
Keaiwa means mysterious and incomprehensible in Hawaiian, and it is said that it used to be a place like a hospital where experts with healing power called Kahuna (modern doctors) treated sick and injured people using medicinal herbs collected from a nearby herb garden.
Perhaps because of that, I always feel like my condition gets better when I visit here. Haha.
Since it is on a high ground about 300 meters above sea level, just the spectacular view from there and the refreshing breeze passing through will make you feel good.
Izumo Taishakyo Mission
Izumo Taishakyo Mission of Hawaii was established in 1906 as a branch of Izumo Taisha.
It was initially built in Downtown, but it has been relocated to its current location since 1969.
It became famous as a tourist destination after being featured on a popular Japanese travel variety show.
While Izumo Taisha in Shimane Prefecture is famous as a deity of matchmaking, Izumo Taishakyo Mission of Hawaii is said to have powerful blessings, and it features a very large variety of good luck charms.
It might be interesting to collect good luck charms and goshuin (shrine stamps) while touring Japanese shrines in Hawaii!
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Hawaii Kotohira Jinsha Hawaii Dazaifu Tenmangu
Hawaii Kotohira Jinsha and Hawaii Dazaifu Tenmangu is an essential visiting spot when touring shrines in Hawaii.
Actually, within the same grounds, there are also Shirasaki Hachimangu from Iwakuni City in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Otaki Shrine from Otake City in Hiroshima Prefecture, Suitengu from Kurume City in Fukuoka Prefecture, Inari Shrine from Kyoto Prefecture, and Watatsumi Shrine from Tokushima Prefecture, making it a special place where a total of seven shrines are gathered in one location.
On New Year’s Day, there is a service of ozoni (traditional soup), as well as Japanese drum performances and purification rituals, so you can spend a New Year just like being in Japan while staying in Hawaii.
By the way, both Kotohira Jinsha and Dazaifu Tenmangu are shrines from the Chugoku, Shikoku, and Kyushu regions of Japan, and the reason they are in Hawaii is because there were many immigrants from western Japan.
You might not often go to shrines during your travels, but sometimes a shrine tour in Hawaii might be a great idea!
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Daijingu Temple of Hawaii
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Honolulu Myohoji Mission
Honolulu Myohoji Mission is a Nichiren sect temple located in Nuuanu, a natural area where the spirits of Hawaii are said to reside.
Established in 1931, it has a long history and has always been a temple that serves as a spiritual resting place for visitors!
In the main hall, the only Buddha’s ashes (the remains of Gautama Buddha) in Hawaii, which came from India, are enshrined.
It is a place where you can be healed by the murmuring of the river and the pleasant breeze, so it is also popular as a power spot.
You can not only make your first shrine visit of the New Year, but also pray for a wide range of things such as warding off evil, memorial services, and weddings, so why not visit for a prayer?
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Manoa Falls
Manoa Falls is a grand nature trekking course located about a 20-minute drive from Waikiki.
As the closest majestic jungle to Waikiki in Hawaii, it is a popular spot for both locals and tourists!
Taking about 30 minutes one way aiming for the waterfall basin, it is a beginner-friendly course with no steep slopes.
However, the area around Manoa Falls is particularly rainy, and the ground is often muddy depending on the season, so wear slip-resistant, comfortable shoes that you don’t mind getting dirty!
Getting away from the hustle and bustle of the city and refreshing yourself with the negative ions of nature is one of the great ways to enjoy your trip.
How to Access Honolulu
Honolulu is an area you can easily visit, taking about 15 to 30 minutes from Waikiki.
As for access methods, a tour is recommended if you value peace of mind, comfort, and efficiency; TheBus if you prioritize cost performance; a rental car or Turo if you prioritize freedom; and Biki or the Waikiki Trolley if you prioritize sightseeing.
Since Honolulu is quite expansive, Biki and the Waikiki Trolley may be out of range depending on the location.
Recommended Means of Transportation in Honolulu
Complete Guide to TheBus [Public Transportation to Travel All Over Hawaii at the Lowest Price]
Complete Guide to Biki [Bike Share to Explore Waikiki and Honolulu Freely]
Complete Guide to Waikiki Trolley [Sightseeing Bus to Efficiently Visit Popular Tourist Spots]
Complete Guide to Taxi & Uber [Ride-Hailing Services to Easily Travel Around Hawaii]