Oahu] 10 Popular Power Spots on Oahu! Feel the power of magnificent nature!
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Oahu, Hawaii's most popular resort island
Nicknamed the "Gathering Island," Oahu is, as its name suggests, an island that attracts many tourists.
The state of Hawaii has eight islands, including Oahu, and over 100 archipelagos. Of these, 80%, or approximately 950,000 people, live on Oahu.
In addition, more than 8 million people from all over the world come to the island each year in search of rest and relaxation.
That is how popular this island of Oahu is as a resort destination.
It is truly the number one resort in Hawaii and one of the best in the world.
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What is Oahu like?
Oahu is the third largest island in the state of Hawaii and is divided into five major areas.
The most prosperous area in terms of both politics and tourism is the southeastern part of the island, which belongs to Honolulu as an area. The famous Waikiki Beach is also in this area.
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The area from just above Honolulu to the entire eastern shore is called Windward.
The center of the area is the city of Kailua. The white sand Kailua Beach is popular for windsurfing, and Lanikai Beach, meaning "heavenly ocean," is a very beautiful beach that was once ranked number one in the United States.
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The northern part of the island is called the North Shore.
Surfers from all over the world come to this area as a sacred place. In the winter, waves as large as 7 to 8 meters surge over the island, and many international competitions are held here.
The city of Haleiwa is the center of this area.
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The southwestern part of the island is called Leeward, and its center is the city of Ko Olina.
The Ko Olina area is being developed as Oahu's second largest resort area, and the Kapolei area near Ko Olina is being developed as Honolulu's sub-center.
Wet 'n Wild Hawaii, Hawaii's only water amusement park, is also located in this area.
The central part of the island is then called Central, and Pearl City is the main town. This is where Pearl Harbor, famous for the attack on Pearl Harbor, is located.
The interior of the island is covered with pineapple fields and sugar cane fields, once the industry of Hawaii.
How to get to Oahu
The most common way to get to Oahu from Japan is by direct flight. The following airlines offer direct flights to Honolulu.
From Narita Airport, the following airlines offer service: Japan Airlines, All Nippon Airways, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, China Airlines, and Korean Air.
Japan Airlines, All Nippon Airways, and Hawaiian Airlines depart from Haneda Airport.
From Kansai Airport, it is Japan Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and Hawaiian Airlines; from Central Japan International Airport, it is Japan Airlines and Delta Air Lines.
Delta and Hawaiian Airlines fly from Fukuoka, and Hawaiian Airlines also flies from Sapporo Shin-Chitose.
The flight time for a nonstop flight is approximately 7 hours. Most nonstop flights and transfers exceed 12 hours.
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Attractions of Oahu
The endless clear blue ocean and lush wilderness are the charms of Oahu. It is the best place to go to enjoy a resort away from everyday life.
The activities are plentiful, the beaches are beautiful, the shopping is great, and the food at the restaurants is delicious.
It is not an exaggeration to say that the local gourmet food, not to mention the gourmet food from all over the world, is available here.
Beautiful beaches and vast wilderness
The sea is an endlessly clear emerald green, and the farther out to sea you look, the deeper the color becomes.
The white sand on the beach is smooth and feels good on the feet. The gradation between the white sand and the blue sea is a sight to behold.
If you look inland, you will see mountains rising up. They are green mountains with thriving subtropical and tropical vegetation.
Diamond Head, the symbol of Oahu, is also a power spot.
If you go to the island of Oahu, surrounded by the great outdoors, you will be able to receive magical powers from various natural sources.
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One of the world's leading resorts
Many people from all over the world come here to get away from their daily routines to heal their minds and refresh their bodies.
Even with family and friends that you normally spend time with, your mood will be completely different from your daily life.
Hawaii's unique climate, activities that cannot be experienced in Japan, and numerous power spots make it the perfect resort.
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Shopping and restaurants are also recommended
Oahu is also dotted with many shopping spots and restaurants.
Restaurants range from the casual to some of the best in the world.
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In this context, let us introduce a few non-staple shopping centers such as Ala Moana Center and Royal Hawaiian Center, as well as local restaurants by area.
Pearlridge Center is a shopping center that can be reached by car from Waikiki in 30 to 40 minutes or by The Bus in a little over an hour. It is located in the Central Area, near Pearl Harbor.
Since this shopping center caters more to local Hawaiians than tourists, it is safe to say that you can buy a variety of items at much lower prices than at Ala Moana Center.
The number of shoppers is much smaller than in Ala Moana, so you can take your time and shop in a relaxed atmosphere.
The restaurants and food court are also well stocked with a wide variety of stores, including Nagasaki Champon Ringer Hut, Panda Express, Cinnabon, the popular Hawaiian restaurant Aglamen, Arby's with their curly fries, and California Pizza Kitchen.
For shopping in the Windward area, Windward Mall is a can't-miss shopping mall. It has more than 100 stores, including a department store complex, movie theaters, and restaurants.
The North Shore area is home to Haleiwa Store Lotz, the newest shopping center in Haleiwa.
It is a shopping center with boutiques, art galleries, jewelry stores, surf stores, cafes, and numerous other stores on an approximately 2,500 square meter site.
The Leeward area is the least developed area, but Kapolei and Ko Olina are the second most developed cities after Honolulu.
In 2016, a large shopping center called Ca' Makana Ali'i opened. It is currently dotted with just under 20 restaurants and fast food outlets, some of which are unique to Ka Makana Ali'i.
As you can see, distinctive shopping malls and shopping centers are popping up all over Oahu, and tourists should not miss any of them.
On the island of Oahu, surrounded by nature.
Feel the Power!
Have you ever heard of the word manna?
It is a mystical or spiritual power that has been passed down from generation to generation in the Hawaiian islands.
Surrounded by the natural beauty of the ocean and mountains, the Hawaiian Islands offer a number of places where you can receive such strength.
10 recommended power spots on Oahu
Here are some of the power spots on Oahu.
These places in Hawaiian myths and legends are believed to be the sites where ancient deities stopped by or where rituals of the gods were performed.
Power spots are sacred places where we can receive power from. In fact, when I came to Hawaii, I felt as if I could really receive power from the great nature.
↓Here are some popular power spots on Oahu
diamond head
Diamond Head, the symbol of Oahu, was formed about 300,000 years ago when an underwater volcanic eruption caused a phreatic explosion that blew off the top of the mountain.
According to Hawaiian mythology, Pele, the fire goddess, came to Hawaii from the land of the gods looking for a place to live and also stopped by Diamond Head.
Nowadays, trails and hiking trails have been developed and it is possible to go up even with light clothing. It takes about 40 minutes to reach the summit.
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The bottom of the crater is right at the trailhead, so standing there you will feel the energy of the earth at the time of the eruption.
From the summit of the 232-meter-high mountain, you can see the resort hotels of Waikiki and the emerald green ocean stretching beyond the white beach, which is a refreshing sight.
Sunrise hiking is also popular, climbing up early in the morning to view the sunrise scenery.
Access
You can take the Waikiki Trolley to get there. Unlike The Bus, this is a convenient way to get inside the crater.
Take the Green Line on the Diamond Head Scenic Byway. The Green Line runs every 35 minutes.
However, the first departure time for regular service is 9:30 a.m., so if you want to go early in the morning, the Diamond Express service is convenient.
It operates from Royal Hawaiian Center every 20 minutes from 7:00 to 8:40 a.m.
If you are taking The Bus, take bus #23 from the Kuhio Avenue seaside bus stop and get off at the Diamond Head Crater Entrance stop. From here, it is approximately a 15-minute walk to the trailhead inside the crater.
Other ways to get there are by renting a car, taking a cab, or going on a tour.
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Kukaniroko Birthstone
The Kukaniroko Birthstone is said to have originated about 1,000 years ago, when Queen Kahikiokalani, wife of King Nanakaoko, gave birth to Prince Kapava.
For the next 800 years, it served as a birthplace for Hawaiian royalty, especially those of high rank.
It is also said to have served as a kind of school where royalty learned the art of navigation when there were no births.
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It is also famous for being visited by numerous celebrities to pray for pregnancy. It is said to be beneficial for childbirth and safe delivery.
It is a sacred place, full of the love of the gods, where only Hawaiian royalty were allowed to enter, to celebrate the sacred and the birth of a child.
Access
You can take The Bus to get there. Take bus #52 from the bus stop on the ocean side of Ala Moana.
The bus route is Ala Moana to Wahiawa to Haleiwa, and Kukaniroko Bathstone is just past Wahiawa.
It takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes to get there. If you rent a car, it takes about 40 minutes.
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Pele's chair
Pele's Chair is a rock on which Pele, the most famous fire goddess in Hawaiian mythology, is said to have sat.
It is located on the edge of Cape Makapuu, the easternmost tip of Oahu.
It is a huge rock about 10 meters high, and because of its shape, the local people in the past called it Kapaliokamoa (Chicken Hill).
The goddess Pele was famously jealous, so don't make any love-related wishes here.
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The goddess Pele is said to have had great energy to start something new.
Make a wish regarding a new business or making money. It will surely give you new power.
Access
There are two ways to get there from Waikiki by The Bus: Route 22 and Route 23. In either case, you will get off at the last stop, Sea Life Park, and the trip will take about 50 minutes.
After getting off the bus, walk to the parking lot and then walk back up the hill.
If you use a rental car or other vehicle, you can reach the parking lot in about 30 minutes from Waikiki.
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Hawaii Izumo Taisha Shrine
The Hawaii Izumo Taisha is a branch of the Izumo Taisha Shrine in Shimane Prefecture. It was built in 1906, more than 110 years ago.
Dedicated to Okuninushi no Okami, it is famous as a god of marriage. The shrine is visited by a special way of worship called "Nirei Shikudate Ichiryoku" (two bow, four claps, one bow).
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There are limited edition good luck charms available only here. These are amulets for marathons, sports and other alphabets.
You can also bring your own red seal book to the shrine office, as they can record red seals for you.
The blessing of marriage is also popular in Hawaii.
Access
It is a 20-minute drive from Waikiki.
If you take The Bus, you can take No. 2, No. 13, No. 19, No. 20, or No. 42, which leave from the Kuhio Street bus stop.
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Keaiva Heiau
Keaiva is a Hawaiian word that means mysterious or wonder.
And ancient Hawaiian prayer and ritual sites are called heiau.
In the past, people used to gather there to treat illnesses and injuries. In this sense, it is a place filled with healing energy.
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Here, herbs were used to help those who came for treatment.
For this reason, there is an herb garden at the back of the heiau, where several varieties of herbs are grown.
People continue to visit this healing heiau to recover and heal their minds, bodies, spirits, and souls.
Access
By car, from Honolulu, take Route 78 via H1 West toward Aiea and take the Stadium Halava exit.
After Ulne Street, turn onto Aiea High Drive, go up the hill for 4.5 km, and at the end of the road is Keaiva Heiau State Park.
If using The Bus, take the number 11 at Ala Moana Center.
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Pupukea Beach Park
Pupukea Beach is located in the North Shore area, and Shark's Cove, a well-known snorkeling spot, is located on its west side.
Here is a power spot called Pele's Followers.
It is hard to find because it is behind a residential area, but the beach opens up as you walk through the residential area toward the ocean.
On its beach are eight huge, pitch-black rocks formed by solidified lava. These are Pele's followers.
When the ancient inhabitants prayed to the goddess Pele to protect them from bad spirits, Pele, who was busy building the Hawaiian Islands, is said to have turned eight of her followers into rocks instead of herself, giving them power and keeping bad spirits away.
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It is said that Pele's energy overflows around the rock and removes anxiety and fear.
If you have any concerns or worries, please visit this place.
It is also a famous snorkeling spot, and it is not unusual to see sea turtles.
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Access
If you are using a rental car or other vehicle, drive north along the coast on Kamehameha Highway.
If you are taking The Bus, take bus 52 and get off at the bus stop in front of the beach.
Magic stone of Kapaemahu
The most accessible power spot in Waikiki is the magical stone of Kapaemahu.
There is a story of four prayer warriors who came from Tahiti about 400 years ago.
Although they were stout, their faces were feminine and they were polite and extremely kind. They were also adored by the islanders because of their great healing power.
When he had to return to Tahiti a few years later, it is said that he spent a month infusing mana into these four rocks for the sake of the islanders who would be left behind.
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It is a short walk from the hotel in Waikiki. The rock is also known as a healing stone.
It is reported to contain great healing power by four prayer warriors.
If your body or mind is tired, by all means, go to the magic stone of Kapaemahu and ask for its healing power.
Access
It is located at the Diamond Head end of Waikiki Beach, right next to the Waikiki Police Station on Kuhio Beach.
Note that it is placed so naturally that you may inadvertently pass by it.
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Coco Head
Like Diamond Head, Koko Head is a crater created by volcanic activity.
It is a small mountain surrounded by greenery with a trail course. It is said that high quality chi gathers at the top of the mountain.
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The area around Koko Head is a park called Koko Head District Park, which also has a parking lot.
The trail course to the summit is the remains of a trolley track that ran in the past to transport goods.
You must climb in a straight line toward the summit. However, when you reach the summit, you will have the greatest sense of accomplishment.
The view from the summit is also nothing short of spectacular.
Access
By The Bus, take bus #22 from in front of Royal Hawaiian Center and get off at Kalanianaole Highway Hanauma Bay. The trip takes 35 minutes.
After getting off the bus, it is a 10-minute walk to the Coco Head Trail entrance. Other options include renting a car or using the UBER car-dispatch app.
The journey by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
There are other ways to go on a tour.
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Laie Point
Laie Point is the tip of a headland jutting out from the town of Laie on the east side of the North Shore.
The legend of Kana, a brave man who killed a monitor lizard in prehistoric times, is told here. The lizard that was killed by Kana was divided into five pieces and became a rock floating in the sea, which is now believed to protect the sea.
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The refreshing breeze and crashing waves give one a feeling of strength just by standing on this cape.
The waves are very rough, and from the cape you can see the island of Kukuihuorua, which is said to have been bored through by wave erosion.
The island of Kukuihuorua, which looks as if it has slitted eyes, is actually part of the legendary monitor lizard, which seems to be watching over the entire area.
Nearby is the Polynesian Cultural Center, where visitors can experience Hawaiian history and culture.
Access
By car, it takes just over an hour from Waikiki via I-H-1 W, HI-63 N, and HI-83 W.
If using The Bus, take the No. 60 bus from Ala Moana Center to the North Shore via Kaneohe and get off at the Laie Shopping Center.
The time required is around 2 hours.
Makapuu Healing Pool
This healing pool is said to have been used in ancient times to cure illnesses and injuries by immersing oneself in a tide pool. It is located near Cape Makapu'u on the southeast tip of Oahu.
As you walk from the parking lot to the ocean, tide pools form in places, and these are the healing pools.
Waves driven by strong winds against the rocky shore create a mist, from which negative ions are generated.
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It is said that the negative ions from the mist that hits the rocks contain mana, and you can receive mystical power.
In Hawaii, seawater is used for cleansing. The mist of the tide cleanses both body and soul.
Access
If you are driving, driving east on the H1 freeway will naturally end the freeway and take you to the Kalanianaole Highway.
If you keep driving east, you will see Sea Life Park on your left. Makapu'u Healing Pool is on the ocean side of the park.
If you take The Bus, take No. 22 or 23 to Sea Life Park anyway.
Three recommended tours to power spots
Here are three tours of Oahu's power spots.
These are all must-see spots if you visit Oahu.
Diamond Head Sunrise Hiking Tour
This tour includes an early morning hike to Diamond Head, a famous power spot in Waikiki.
The basic plan includes an Instagram-worthy pineapple smoothie. You can refresh and recharge your energy with a view of the city and ocean of Waikiki glistening in the morning sun.
The view of the sunrise from the top of the mountain is exceptional. You can also see the hotels and beaches of Waikiki. The beach, with its beautiful gradation of emerald green and blue, is truly spectacular.
Since the return to the hotel is at 8:00 AM, there is plenty of time to use the day after the tour.
After descending the mountain, you can take a break with a refreshing sweet pineapple smoothie.
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Let's get energy from Oahu!
Power Spot & Healing Tour
This is a full-day tour of seven famous power spots on Oahu.
You can visit places that are not easily accessible by individuals, such as Keaiva Heiau, famous for its powerful mana, and the Kukaniroko Birthstone, a sanctuary where the gods dwell.
Let's purify your soul and recharge your batteries for tomorrow at this ancient power spot.
Coco Head Hiking
Choice of Hanauma Bay Snorkel or
Kailua Town Walking Plan
This plan includes a full day to climb Koko Head, where good vibes gather at the summit, and then free time to snorkel or explore Kailua Town.
The tracks of the trolley line carrying the cargo go in a straight line to the top of the mountain.
The exhilaration of reaching the summit is exceptional. We allow a full 2 hours and 30 minutes for a comfortable ascent.
From the top of the mountain, there is a spectacular view of the ocean, and you can take all the Instagram-worthy photos you want.
After the hike, we will pick up our snorkeling equipment and lunch at the company store and head to Hanauma Bay.
After lunch at Hanauma Bay, you are free to enjoy snorkeling. There are many beautiful corals and tropical fishes.
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summary
How was it? Here is a summary of power spots on Oahu.
Hawaii is an island not only for sightseeing but also a power spot. Why don't you receive the mysterious power of nature that has been handed down from ancient times and nourish your energy for tomorrow?
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