As one of Hawaii's finest manufacturer and online gift catalog companies, we offer a large selection of products such as:Tiki, Tiki totems, Tiki masks, Koa paddles,polynesian art, tapa paintings, surf decor products, island lifestyle products and more...

Although the true Hawaiian name for tiki is ki'i, most in Hawaii have adopted the more common Polynesian name of tiki to keep things simple. These skillfully carved statues represented the gods and ancestors of the Hawaiian people, and were most commonly seen at the entrance to temples among other sacred places. Since the advent of Christianity in the Islands, tikis no longer play a role in Hawaiian society aside from their historical significance. Ancient tikis, which can be seen today in such places as the Bishop Museum, remind us of Hawaii's rich cultural history.

Tikis in Pop Culture

Since people began travelling they have been bringing back trinkets and souvineers as reminders of far away and exotic locations. The appearance of tikis in popular American culture began during Hawaii's golden age, the cruise ship era of the 1930's when many began visiting the Hawaiian islands. Servicemen discovered the tiki during World War II. As Hawaii entered statehood in 1959 popular culture had already embraced the Polynesian islands as paradise. During the 50's and 60's tiki themed bars and restaurants appeared across the globe.