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Featured Big Island Restaurant & Activity for August

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Featured Activity: A Day Trip to the East Side – Explore ʻImiloa Astronomy Center

Located on the University of Hawaiʻi-Hilo campus, ʻImiloa Astronomy Center is a must-visit destination for anyone curious about the stars, Hawaiian culture, and the art ofnavigation. This 40,000-square-foot exhibition and planetarium complex offers afascinating journey that connects ancient Polynesian wayfinding traditions with the cutting-edge astronomical discoveries made atop Maunakea.

Visitors can immerse themselves in interactive exhibits that tell the story of how early navigators crossed vast oceans guided only by the stars, while also learning how modern astronomers continue to explore the universe. The center is home to Hawaiʻi Island’s only planetarium, featuring captivating programs designed for explorers of all ages.

A day at ʻImiloa is both educational and inspiring, with opportunities to browse a unique gift shop filled with local treasures and enjoy a relaxed meal at the on-site restaurant, which serves lunch and dinner. Conveniently located at 600 ʻImiloa Place, Hilo, the center is open Tuesday through Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (closed Mondays). Whether you’re a family, a curious traveler, or a lifelong learner, ʻImiloa offers a rich, hands-on experience that blends science, culture, and storytelling in a way that’s uniquely Hawaiian.

For more information, call 808.932.8901 or visit https://imiloahawaii.org/

 


Featured Restaurant: Kenichi Pacific

Located in the Keauhou Shopping Center, Kenichi Pacific is a sushi, steak and seafood fusion restaurant with daily seafood specials, handcrafted cocktails and decadent desserts. There are a variety of appetizers – hot and cold – salads, noodles, sushi rolls and nigiri. The entrees offer a little of everything – beef, lamb, chicken and fish – with creative, fusion focuses. The menu regularly has specials, which your server will let you know about. There’s a full bar with a line-up of cocktails and for dessert, if you’re a fan of Banana Fosters, Kenichi’s the place to be. You can dine-in – indoor/outdoor seating – or enjoy curbside pickup. Reservations are requested; call 808-322-6400 or reserve a table on Open Table.

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