Kaneohe

Kaneohe is a town on the windward side of Oahu situated between mountains and Kaneohe Bay. The landscape combines steep ridges behind the community with a coastal flat area where most development has taken place.

The area was an important food production center during the Hawaiian Kingdom period, with royal aquaculture systems supporting the region. Early inhabitants relied on cultivating taro and sweet potatoes as their main food sources.

The name comes from Hawaiian and means 'bamboo man,' derived from a local story about a woman who compared her husband to the sharp edges of bamboo.

The area connects to Honolulu via Likelike Highway and Kamehameha Highway, providing straightforward road access. The international airport is approximately 30 minutes away by car, making arrival and departure easy for visitors.

The Valley of the Temples contains the Byodo-In Temple, a Japanese-inspired shrine with reflection pools and mountain backdrop. This inland sanctuary stands out for its Asian design flourishing within a tropical island setting surrounded by volcanic peaks.

Location: Honolulu County

Elevation above the sea: 28 m

GPS coordinates: 21.40920,-157.79900

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:42