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In 1950, Roy and Koo Takakuwa opened a tiny retail outlet at 1703 Liliha Street, Honolulu, selling Roy's loaves of bread. The popularity of his baked goods outgrew the little store, and in 1961, the Takakuwa's moved to Kuakini Street, but kept the Liliha name. Over the years, Liliha Bakery became an integral part of the community. The Takakuwa's provided its employees with a family work environment. Some staff members have served 20, 30 and 40 years and have been instrumental in helping the business find its special place as a landmark bakery.

Around 1970, the now famous coco puff made its debut but it was a "fantastic flop," said William Takakuwa. But around 1990, chief baker Kame Ikemura, now retired, reformulated the recipe with a dab of chantilly frosting, and the coco puff was a hit.

In early 2008, the Takakuwa family entrusted its legacy to Peter Kim, a Honolulu entrepreneur who started his own family business, Yummy Korean BBQ, more than 20 years earlier. Peter is honored to carry on the Liliha Bakery tradition and is committed to preserving the bakery's quality and character. Plans are in the works to provide more Islanders with the taste and spirit of Liliha Bakery. Peter hopes to open additional shops in Honolulu and the Neighbor Islands.

View the Liliha Bakery website at: http://lilihabakeryhawaii.com/