Elaine Hokama
Elaine Hokama (née Ishimine) tells stories about growing up on Ishimine Dairy, a farm started by her grandparents and continued by her father. She relates her memories working on the farm, collecting pig slop, and playing games with her many brothers and sisters. Elaine recollections take her back to her high school days, and the bonds between her and her classmates that she continues to cherish.
Introduction and History of Ishimine Dairy
Hokama remembers growing up on her family's dairy farmPhoto credit: eBay
Family Service in the Vietnam War
Describes her family's service in the Vietnam WarPhoto credit: The Hawaii Herald
Remembering Kohala’s Old Businesses
Hokama remembers many of the old stores and businesses in KohalaPhoto credit: Nakahara Store Facebook Page
Photo credit: Sarah Pule-Fujii, posted on Kohala Kakou Facebook Page
Additional resources
The Vietnam War's Legacy in Hawaii - article in Hawaii Herald
About Ishimine Dairy
Once Thriving Hawaii Dairy Industry Is On The "Brink of Extinction" - article in Honolulu Civil Beat
Transcript
Credits and video information
Recording date: 7/3/22
Location: Kamahemeha Park, Kohala Reunion, Kohala
Videographer: Lucas Manuel-Scheibe
Editor: Bryan Campbell, Hawai'i Community College