Popular for its imported Asian snacks, 1-2 Buy Hawaiʻi announced via social media in late December that its Kakaʻako store on Cooke Street was closed and the business was moving.
Its new location isn’t far — the business is reopening tomorrow, Jan. 8, on Ala Moana Boulevard in the former space of Valyou Hawaiʻi.

Starting tomorrow, the store will be open daily from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. This is the business’s largest location, according to manager Cecilia Yang. Its other stores are located in Pearl Kai Shopping Center and in Waipahu.
You can find all your favorite snacks, ranging from Kit-Kats to chips and drinks. Newer snacks can be found near the store entrance.

Since the shelves are organized by category — chips, candies, noodles and more — it’s easier to shop. The business recently brought in more drinks, especially teas, according to Yang.

Like its other locations, the store isn’t limited to snacks. Customers can find sauces and a variety of cooking products, as well as home goods.
Customer parking is currently available on the side of the store, and additional parking will eventually be available in the lot behind the store.
Stay tuned for the store’s grand opening celebration. 1-2 Buy Hawaiʻi will also be doing special promotions for the upcoming Lunar New Year.
CONTACT
1-2 Buy Hawai‘i
704 Ala Moana Blvd. Unit A, Honolulu
Instagram: @12buyhawaii
Open daily, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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Kelli Shiroma Braiotta can be reached at kelli@alohastatedaily.com.




