Kamaka Hawaii, Inc.
Maker of Hawaii's Finest Ukuleles Since 1916
Aloha Kakou!
Welcome to Kamaka Hawaii, Inc., makers of Hawaii's finest ukuleles, and the home of the original Pineapple Ukulele! Kamaka Hawaii was established in 1916 in the Territory of Hawaii, and is a family-owned and operated business. The Kamaka family has been dedicated to building skillfully-handcrafted ukuleles for nearly a century. The heritage of ukulele making at Kamaka Hawaii is preserved by second and third generation Hawaiian luthiers, as well as the many talented craftsmen at the Kakaako factory in Honolulu.
A tradition of excellence is the foundation of Kamaka Hawaii's reputation. Kamaka
ukuleles are world-renown, and possess a lasting, rich tone that cannot be duplicated.
The process of making a Kamaka ukulele is an art that involves design, redesign, and
experimentation to produce instruments with outstanding tonal and playing characteristics.
Many of the techniques used today have evolved from practices developed by founder
Sam Kamaka Sr. This ensures consistency in quality, resulting in ukuleles that are often
handed down to future generations and cherished as valued family heirlooms.
Kamaka ukuleles begin as rough Hawaiian koa lumber, and are meticulously hand built into exquisite musical instruments enjoyed by ukulele players and audiences across the globe. The Kamaka name is synonymous with superior Hawaiian craftsmanship, and Kamaka ukuleles are world-class instruments enjoyed by everyone from elementary school beginners to professional musicians.