Waikiki

7th May 2016

Raining today, so instead of going to the beach, we packed up the three cars and headed for Waikiki.

 

First stop in Waikiki was Bill’s (Sydney) for lunch.  My choice was tuna

poke, a traditional Hawaiian food prepared with raw marinated tuna.  I think

it’s the sesame in the marinade which makes it so delicious.

 

Downtown Waikiki.

 

Approaching Waikiki Beach.

Paul was drenched by a large wave here.

 

 

 

 

 

In 2013, the Waikiki Sheraton received a donation of 25 renowned Nishikigoi (multi-coloured ornamental

carp, or “swimming jewels”) from Nagaoka, Japan, Honolulu’s sister city. 

Nishikigoi are also known as a symbol of peace because they are non-aggressive by nature and always get

along harmoniously in a school even if Nishikigoi from different places are suddenly put all together into

the same tank or pond.

As a part of peace exchange programs between the sister cities of Nagaoka and Honolulu, Nagaoka’s

Nishikigoi were presented to Sheraton Waikiki with wishes for everlasting peace in the world and for the

citizens of Honolulu to enjoy.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Zoe admiring the “swimming jewels”.

 

“The hula is pleasing because of the drummer.”

This Hawaiian proverb states the importance of each role in the hula performance.  Although the attention is

given to the dancer, the drummer and chanter play an important role in the dance.

This principle could apply to many aspects of life.