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da Shop: books + curiosities
da Shop: books + curiosities — Curated reads, unique gifts, and a warm community space in Honolulu
4.8
Retail Store
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da Shop: books + curiosities — Curated reads, unique gifts, and a warm community space in Honolulu
da Shop: books + curiosities is a small Honolulu bookshop in central Kaimuki offering a carefully curated selection of books, cards, and gifts. Customers praise friendly, helpful staff, thoughtful book curation, and a back-room for community events. Located near bus routes and local cafes, it’s a welcoming stop for book lovers visiting O'ahu.
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Handpicked books across genres with insightful cards highlighting unique titles and themes.
Personalized service to source hard-to-find books, with dedicated follow-up calls for availability.
Unique cards, gifts, and curiosities that complement our literary offerings for memorable finds.
Hosting workshops, classes, and events in our back room to foster local engagement and learning.
Friendly assistance for both Honolulu residents and visitors, with easy access via bus and nearby amenities.
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Overall rating
Yumi
A small, charming bookstore. Turns out it's also a publishing house. The back of the shop had the feel of a printing press. They also seem to have a workshop space and author events, so I definitely want to go again.
Madeline Wood
David Perreira
The shop and Bess Press are legendary. So many amazing titles have been produced throughout the years! Excellent Hawaiian Culture books, amongst other topics. The only thing is, parking sucks unless you use the big municipal lot across the street (no stars deducted as this isn't their fault...it's the reality of Kaimuki)
Arica
We were there for an hour walking around. The young girl behind the counter was on her phone the whole time, didn't greet us or anything. We asked if she had change for $100, and she said "No.. sorry". We walk back up to check out about 10 minutes later with cash in hand. Then was told " We are only taking credit card, is that ok?" There was no signs nor did she say anything about it. She then gave us the pity smile. We didn't have the best experience, and left without the books since we didn't have a card with us.
Samantha Spina
Wonderful selection and helpful staff. I had to get a tote too! Perfect place for book lovers traveling to O'ahu!
Katherine Holmes
Beautifully curated store with many local authors and cool selection of Hawaiian comics too
