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Hawaii Island, nicknamed the Big Island

Hawaii Island, which has direct flights from Japan, is the newest and largest of the Hawaiian Islands.Big IslandThe "pet nameIt is called in

Its area is 14,432 km2, about five times the size of Tokyo!

The island is so large that it is impossible to visit all of its attractions in a single day.

It is better to focus on Kailua-Kona, the closest tourist hub to Ellison Onizuka-Kona International Airport, the gateway to the Big Island of Hawaii, a visit to the Kilauea Volcano, or the center of Hilo, Hawaii's second largest city.

Car Rentals on the Big Island of HawaiiIf you rent a car, there are many straight roads and there is little worry of getting lost, so even if this is your first time driving in Hawaii, you can enjoy driving without any difficulty.

This article will provide an overview of Hawaii and focus on power spots in Hawaii.

If you are interested in power spots, please refer to this page!

 

What is the Big Island of Hawaii like?

The Big Island of Hawaii is the largest island in the Hawaiian Islands, and is home to some of the most beautiful natural scenery in the world.

In addition to the blue ocean and white beaches of Hawaii Island, which is home to five active volcanoes, you can also experience the energetic nature of the island, with its jet-black lava fields, tropical rain forests, powerful valleys, and waterfalls.

The climate of the Big Island of Hawaii is divided into two main seasons: the dry season (May to October), which is summer, and the rainy season (November to April), which is winter.

Summer temperatures range from 23 to 31°C (73 to 95°F), and winter temperatures range from 20 to 27°C (68 to 77°F).

The climate is pleasant throughout the year, but the higher the altitude in the mountainous areas, the cooler the temperature gets, so a cardigan or jacket or something to wear is useful.

Also, on the Big Island of Hawaii, which has 4,000-meter-high mountains, the weather differs greatly between the east and west sides of the mountain.

The area near Hilo, the main city in the eastern part of the island, is characterized by rainfall as moist trade winds blowing from the east hit the mountains and create clouds, while the area near Kona, the main city in the western part, is dry and has a high percentage of sunny days.

 

How to get to Hawaii Island

The Big Island of Hawaii has Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport in Kailua-Kona and Hilo International Airport in Hilo, where Hawaii County government is located.

Plan which airport to use depending on your destination and travel plans.

Direct flights from Japan are available at Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport, a 7-hour outbound flight from Haneda and Narita, and a 9-hour inbound flight from Narita.

Hawaiian Airlines and Mokulele Airlines offer flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in Honolulu, Oahu to Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport or Hilo International Airport on Hawaii Island.

Travel time from Honolulu's Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is approximately 50 minutes.

 

Attractions of the Big Island of Hawaii

The most attractive thing about the Big Island of Hawaii is that it is home to five volcanoes, one of which, Kilauea Volcano, is still active, allowing visitors to feel the breath of the earth up close and personal.

The high altitude volcanoes also offer a variety of ways to enjoy the spectacular scenery and star gazing.

 

Spectacular, untouched nature

The Big Island of Hawaii is an island of unspoiled nature.

The spectacular scenery created by nature on a grand scale, such as Waipio Valley, a sacred Hawaiian site protected by the native Hawaiians, and Akaka Falls, where legend has it that the tears of a wife who lost her husband flow, are sure to remain in your heart.

In addition, there are many wild manta rays on the Big Island of Hawaii, and the night snorkeling "manta ray night" may offer a high probability of a nighttime underwater walk with manta rays!

 

A powerful volcano

Known as the most active volcano on earth and designated as a World Heritage SiteKilauea Volcano.haveHawaii Volcanoes National Parkis the most popular tourist attraction on the Big Island of Hawaii.

The same volcano is about 2 hours and 30 minutes drive from Kilauea.Mauna Keais one of the most spectacular starry sky viewing points in the world.

It has been acclaimed as "the closest place in the universe" for its beauty.

 

Beautiful Beaches

Unlike Waikiki Beach on Oahu, Hawaii Island is not overly touristy and has many breathtakingly beautiful beaches.

The best beach on the Big Island of Hawaii is Kahaluu Beach, located near the town of Kailua-Kona.

Here, the bay is surrounded by coral reefs in a quiet bay with quiet waves, allowing visitors to observe a variety of colorful fish.

According to local divers, the variety of fish and clarity of the water is superior to that of Hanauma Bay, a famous snorkeling spot on Oahu, and sea turtles are reputed to appear frequently.

A regular on the top 10 best beaches in the world, Hapuna Beach in Hapuna Beach State Park is a popular beach with excellent conditions for swimming, bodyboarding, and snorkeling.

It is the largest long white sand beach on the Big Island of Hawaii and has been voted the most beautiful beach in the United States.

Lifeguards are also on duty, making it suitable for family swimming.

 

Shopping and dining are also recommended.

Although Hawaii Island does not have as many glamorous shopping destinations as Honolulu on Oahu, there are three shopping malls in the South Kohala resort area that are attracting a lot of attention.

Among these, the Kona Inn Shopping Village is known as a nostalgic, long-established shopping center.

It is housed in a building originally built as a hotel and is a seaside shopping center with more than 50 individual stores.

The backyard of the mall where the Kona Inn Restaurant is located is oceanfront and offers gourmet dining with a view of a pleasant lawn area.

The Keauhou Shopping Center is the center of Keauhou Resort.

This shopping mall stands in the Keauhou area at the southern end of Alii Drive.

About 40 stores, including boutiques and restaurants, line the streets around the large KTA and Long's Drugs supermarkets.

The Shops at Mauna Lani is a mall with a sophisticated adult atmosphere.

This is the second shopping mall in the South Kohala resort area, after King's Shops, which was established at the Mauna Lani Resort.

The open-air site will feature dining options such as Tommy Bahama, a popular resort restaurant and apparel store, and Ruth's Chris Steak House, an authentic steak restaurant, as well as casual wear, galleries, supermarkets, and other sophisticated tenants.

 

Let's learn about culture and history.

 

If you want to learn about culture and history on the Big Island of Hawaii,Hawaii (island)Eastern partHilo DistrictThe Lyman Museum & Mission House, located in the

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It is one of the oldest wooden structures on the Big Island of Hawaii and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Inside the house, valuable furniture and furnishings that remind us of life in those days are on display, and can be viewed with a guided tour.

The adjacent museum features exhibits on Native Hawaiian culture and lifestyles, as well as a gallery of art by Hawaiian artists and other exhibits that provide insight into Hawaii's natural history, history, and culture.

If you want to feel the atmosphere of the Hawaiian monarchy, visit Hulihee Palace on Alii Drive in the heart of Kailua Village (Kailua-Kona).

Built in 1838 by Kuakini, the first Governor of Hawaii Island, this two-story wooden mansion with a white lanai was later used as a summer residence for Hawaiian royalty.

It is now a museum, exhibiting Victorian artifacts and other items collected during the reign of King Kalakaua and Queen Kapiolani.

One of the best museums to learn about Hilo's sad history is the Pacific Tunami Museum on Kamehameha Avenue.

The museum was built with the purpose of conveying the damage caused by the tsunami in Hilo, which was devastated by two major tsunamis in 1946 and 1960, to help people understand the horror of tsunamis and to help prevent disasters.

Incidentally, "Tsunami" is Japanese, but you may be a little surprised to learn that it is also used as it is in Hawaii.

A museum of astronomy and Hawaiian culture is the Imiloa Astronomy Center of Hawaii, also in Hilo.

The observatory is the base of the observatories on Mauna Kea, and its exhibition rooms feature dioramas, videos, and elaborate displays about the creation of the universe and the present state of astronomy.

There is also an exhibit on Japan's world-class Subaru Observatory.

In the state-of-the-art planetarium, visitors can enjoy original shows that discuss Hawaiian traditions and culture, as well as astronomy, with a focus on Mauna Kea.

 

The entire island of Hawaii is a power spot

By the way, the vast island of Hawaii is said to be a power spot, with popular tourist spots all over the island.
In particular, Kilauea Volcano, where life on earth can be seen, and Waipio Valley, known as the Valley of the Kings, are popular spots that are often included in tours.

 

10 popular power spots

Here are 10 of the best power spots on the Big Island of Hawaii.

All of these power spots can only be seen on the Big Island of Hawaii, so be sure to check them out!

 

Mauna Kea

Mauna Kea, 4207 meters above sea level, which is higher than Mt. Fuji, is the highest peak in the Hawaiian Islands, and observatories from around the world gather here because of its excellent observing conditions.

Japan's Subaru Telescope is also located at the summit of Mauna Kea.

 

Reasons for popularity

The summit of Mauna Kea is considered the best place in the world for stargazing due to its clean air and clear skies, and tours to see the stars and sunrises are popular.

It is also said to be "the closest place on earth to space," making it perfect for those who love astronomical observation.

It is possible to rent a car to get to Mauna Kea, but since many rental car companies do not cover insurance, we recommend that you join a tour that is insured and safe.

There are two types of stargazing tours: "sunset," in which you watch the sunset and then observe the stars falling into the night sky, and "sunrise," in which you watch the sunrise after stargazing.

Those who want to see the beautiful sunset and the stars in the sky after the sun sets should join the sunset tour.

Sunrise, on the other hand, is characterized by the moment when the sun emerges from the sea of clouds.

For stargazing and sunrise viewing, choose the Sunrise Tour.

These tours, which allow visitors to feel the great power of nature, provide valuable time that cannot be experienced in the city.

 

Access

Approximately 3 hours drive from Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport and 2 hours and 30 minutes drive from Hilo International Airport.

 

Kilauea Volcano

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It is called "the most active volcano on earth" and was registered as a World Natural Heritage site in 1987.

 

Reasons for popularity

Kilauea Volcano is popular as a rare place where visitors can observe the workings of the earth through volcanic activity, as lava flowing out of the crater gradually pushes the coastline.

Halemaumau Crater, the largest of the Kilauea Caldera, is a sacred site beloved by Native Hawaiians because it is said to be the home of Pele, the Hawaiian goddess of fire.

In particular, the Crater Rim Drive, a circular road that circles the Kilauea Caldera with a diameter of approximately 4.5 km, is a must-visit area.

The 18-kilometer-long road is dotted with observation spots that offer panoramic views of the Kilauea Caldera, including the Kilauea Observation Deck and the Kilauea Iki Crater Observation Deck.

There are many hiking trails, and you can even go to the bottom of the caldera in about 30 minutes each way through desert and rainforest.

Please note that some areas are closed due to volcanic activity.

The Thomas Jaggar Museum, located next to the Volcano Research Institute and featuring exhibits on the geology and stratigraphy of Kilauea Volcano and volcano research, is also recommended as a viewing spot overlooking Halemaumau Crater.

Feel the overwhelming pulse of the earth at Kilauea Volcano, also known as a healing spot.

 

Access

It is about a 2 hour and 30 minute drive from Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport and about a 1 minute drive from Hilo International Airport.

 

Waipio Valley

Waipio Valley is a beautiful, green-covered valley in the Hamakua district of the northern part of the Big Island of Hawaii.

The view of Waipio Bay from the Waipio Valley Lookout is breathtaking.

It is a popular tourist spot where visitors can see the dynamic scenery of the Big Island of Hawaii, including steep mountains and numerous waterfalls falling from the cliffs.

 

Reasons for popularity

Waipio" means "winding water" in Hawaiian, and is derived from the Waipio River that flows through the valley floor.

This valley, which has been inhabited for more than 1,000 years, is an unexplored, isolated world with a very mysterious and spiritual air.

Waipio Valley is also considered the birthplace of Hawaiian civilization and the place where King Kamehameha the Great spent his childhood, and is sacred to Hawaiians.

Once the political center of royalty, the caves in the steep cliffs where royalty were buried are still considered sacred places where mana (sacred power) resides.

Waipio Valley is also known for its many spectacular waterfalls.

As you head deeper into the canyon, the first thing you will see is Hiirawe, and on the opposite cliffs are Naarava and Karuahine, waterfalls that fall silently as white threads, a scene of fantastic beauty.

 

Access

It is approximately an 80-minute drive from Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport and approximately a 75-minute drive from Hilo International Airport.

 

Akaka Falls

Akaka Falls State Park, located on the east coast of Hawaii Island, is a nature park that has the very famous "Akaka Falls" along with Hilo's Rainbow Falls.

The beautiful Akaka Falls, which appear in Hawaiian myths and songs, is the largest waterfall on the Big Island of Hawaii, with a drop of approximately 134 meters, a roaring waterfall, and a large volume of water, making it very spectacular!

 

Reasons for popularity

Akaka Falls and Kahuna Falls are located in the park, and hikers can visit the two majestic waterfalls.

An 800-meter hiking trail circles the park so that visitors can see these two waterfalls.

Passing through the rainforest, the first thing you will see is Kahuna Falls with a drop of 30 meters, and further on, Akaka Falls with a drop of about 134 meters.

The hiking trail is gently uphill and suitable for strolling, so please visit.

 

Access

Approximately 30 minutes by car from Hilo International Airport.

 

Rainbow Falls

Rainbow Falls is a 24-meter-high waterfall located in Wailuku River State Park on the east side of Hawaii Island.

In Hawaiian, it is called Wai'anuenue, meaning "rainbow over water," and as the name implies, this beautiful waterfall is famous for its rainbows.

 

Reasons for popularity

The secret of its popularity is that on sunny days, when the sun shines, the sunlight reflects off the spray of the waterfall and a beautiful rainbow can be seen.

However, as the name suggests, rainbows are not always visible.

Depending on the season and the amount of water, the best time to see a rainbow is in the morning on a clear day.

Rainbows over waterfalls are very beautiful and mysterious.

 

Access

15 minutes drive from Hilo International Airport.

 

Isaac Hale Beach Park

 

Isaac Hale Beach Park, which stretches in front of Pohoiki Bay, the easternmost surf spot on Hawaii Island, is now the newest black sand beach in Hawaii, where a major eruption of the Kilauea volcano in May 2018 caused lava flows to flow into the ocean and create a black sand beach in just two weeks! The black sand beach is the newest black sand beach in Hawaii.

 

Reasons for popularity

 

This newly built beach is truly a spot where you can feel the power of the Island of Hawaii and was also named one of the "World's Most Amazing Places" by Time magazine in 2019.

The newer beaches, made of lava, have many areas of sharp sand, like shards of glass.

It is dangerous to play barefoot, so if you want to play, prepare marine shoes or the like.

 

Access

About 50 minutes by car from Hilo International Airport.

 

Hiro Grand Shrine

 

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Many Japanese immigrants settled in the Hilo area, and the shrine was one of the first in Hawaii.

 

Reasons for popularity

 

The deity of Hiro Grand Shrine is Amaterasu Omikami, the same deity as in the Inner Shrine of Ise Jingu.

Omikuji, red seals, Hawaiian-style amulets decorated with "ohia lehua," the flower of the Big Island of Hawaii, and dharma arrows are also available.

Feel the connection between Hawaii and Japan at Hilo Grand Shrine.

 

Access

About 10 minutes drive from Hilo International Airport.

 

Aura Cave

 

Aura's Cave is located in Kalahupua'a Historical Park, the historical preservation park of the Mauna Lani Resort, one of the largest resorts on the Big Island of Hawai'i.

This is a cave formed by lava tubes (lava tunnels) and is a popular spot for visitors to have a mystical experience, as it is said that an aura can be seen here.

Mauna Lani" means "a hill within reach of heaven" in Hawaiian, and is considered a sacred place where ancient Hawaiian royalty were said to have inhabited mana or life force.

 

Reasons for popularity

 

The reason for its popularity is that when you enter the cave, there is one spot at the end of the cave where light shines through, and when photographed with a digital camera or smartphone, you can take mysterious pictures that seem to show the aura of the person bathed in the light.

For the photo shoot, we recommend posing with your hands wide open and bathed in light.

 

Access

Approximately 30 minutes drive from Ellison Onizuka Kona Airport.

 

Kalahuipuaa Fishpond

Kalahuipuaa Fishpond" is a pond that was left behind during the development of the Mauna Lani Resort Area Resort, and is a popular tourist attraction as the most mana-powerful power spot in Mauna Lani.

 

Reasons for popularity

This pond was once used to farm fish for royalty to eat.

The royalty raised fish in the belief that by eating fish grown in places where the power of mana abounded, they would be endowed with the power of mana.

Next to the fish pond is a high piled stone altar.

This altar is the center of the five mountains of Hawaii (Kohala, Mauna Kea, Mauna Loa, and Hualalai) and Haleakala on Maui, and is said to gather the power of all the mountains.

If you make a wish for something here, your wish may come true!

 

Access

Approximately 30 minutes drive from Ellison Onizuka Kona Airport.

 

Thurston Mule Tube

The Thurston Lava Tube is a lava tunnel in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island of Hawaii.

As mentioned above, a lavatube is a lava tunnel, and while there are many lavatubes on the Big Island of Hawaii, the Thurston Lava Tube is the most famous as a giant lava tunnel.

When lava flows out of an eruption, the outside of the lava flow is cooled and solidified by the air.

Eventually, the solidified area becomes the wall of the tunnel, and the hot lava within it flows down.

And when the lava flows down to the end, it becomes hollow inside, which is the mule tube.

 

Reasons for popularity

The Thurston Lava Tube is a lava tunnel said to be about 500 years old, and a 20-minute walk takes hikers around the tube.

There is an observation platform at the entrance of the tube where visitors can view the endemic Hawaiian birds that inhabit the forest.

Although the area near the entrance is densely forested by tropical rainforest, the tunnel is wide and has a high ceiling, creating a cool, cool atmosphere.

Water is constantly dripping from the ceiling and the ground is wet and slippery, so wear sneakers or other footwear with firm footing to enjoy the walk.

 

Access

Approximately 45 minutes by car from Hilo International Airport.

 

summary

The Big Island of Hawaii is a big island filled with great natural mystery and power, where Pele, the god of fire, still lives.

It is also said to be one of the most energetic and spiritual places on earth, and there are many sacred places on the island that have been inherited from ancient times and are carefully protected by many people as "holy ground" where the gods reside.

When you visit the Big Island of Hawaii, why not visit many other fascinating power spots besides the ever-popular Kilauea Volcano and Mauna Kea?

The moments I experienced on the Big Island of Hawaii are filled with emotions that cannot be expressed in words!

Thank you for reading to the end.