In Polynesian cultures, tattoos are an ancient custom used to signify rites of passage. In Polynesian cultures, tattoos are an ancient custom used to signify rites of passage and milestones in life.

Across the Pacific, tattoos are etched into the culture. Finding meaning in your own ‘story on skin’ helps honor the tradition. A young man in Oahu, Hawai‘i, gets a tattoo the traditional way, with a ...

Each year, Butter adds new ornament designs to her exquisitely made ‘Nei Hua’ ornaments. “As every year, Butter told this reporter, we’ve added seven new Hawaiian ornament designs just in time for ...

As AAPI month comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to highlight the rich culture and achievements of Pacific Islanders with our Heart of the Pacific series. From celebrities to fashion designers to ...