Mostly rural areas like Waianae, Kahuku, North Shore... but even then it's exaggerated if you don't act like a fool. Being loud and boisterous. In other words, be respectful. That's the big thing with locals. I'm not sure why that is. They are very sensitive to the vibe one puts out and how they are spoken to. If it's condescending or arrogant. Maybe it's because minorities feel they have been oppressed by Whites and don't have to put up with it anymore. Could be just how they were raised. Kind of like Blacks but not that extreme.
But people here know that tourism is what keeps are State alive so they are generally very gracious and welcoming. If you're Japanese you get the red carpet treatment. Japan and Hawaii have a very strong bound and its culture is very dominant here. Many things that I thought were Hawaiian growing up were actually Japanese -- like sushi.
I use to think that they like Asians (called Orientals here) because they weren't White. But there is no love for the Chinese here. Chinese are pushy, rude and have no manners. Their language is painful to listen to. It's like they are always fighting. If there is a bunch of Chinese at a buffet leave and go somewhere else. They are like animals when it comes to all you can eat. They are penny-pinching cheapskates and are always trying to find a way to cheat you without you being aware of it.
So maybe it's because the Japanese are so exceedingly polite and respectful that they are so well liked and welcomed here. So if you have good manners and are polite and respectful it's all good. Even the littlest thing they notice. So if you buy something at a Walgreens or something, hand the money to them. Put it in their hand. Don't just throw it on the counter acting like they have leprosy for something. If someone turns on the signal and wants to merge or change lanes. Let them go. Wave them on with your hand. Then you will get a "shaka" instead of a middle finger and them pulling alongside you pointing for you to pull over. Not a day goes by where there isn't a fist fight over traffic or parking.
Just respect the traditional custom of the South Pacific, a smile costs U nothing islanders smile at 1 another, tourist look the other way.
I never ever have any problems in Honolulu, Hilo or on North shore or in other South pacific islands/towns like Papeete,Nukualofa,Apia,
Rarotonga,Avarua,Hanga Roa ................I have friends in Rapa Nui (Easter Island),Samoa,Tonga,Fiji,Aotearoa,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
I buy Pacific Circle ticket & do islands hopping + travel light & is super enjoyable ...............can't wait 4 the next kava party in Suva (
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When in Thailand I allways respect local custom (not like Chings & some silly Farangs) I knew how to look & what to wear in 'walking street' ,believe me
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