History
Aloha Tofu Factory began from very humble beginnings in 1950 when Kamesaburo and Tsuruko Uyehara agreed to take over a friend's factory. Although it really takes a lifetime to actually master the art of tofu making, Kamesaburo only had a week to learn everything there was to know. He initially just wanted to have a steady occupation to provide for his family and never imagined that his small shop would prosper and become the largest local tofu manufacturer in the islands. The first shop was located on Dillingham Boulevard near what is now Honolulu Community College. After some success, the factory was moved to Ala Moana Farmers Market in 1964. In 1966, a fire wiped out the factory, but not the determination of Kamesaburo. Along with the support of his wife, sons and daughters, he rebuilt the factory and started again. All that diligence and dedication was rewarded when the Uyehara family was able to establish their own factory in 1976 on Akepo Lane in Kalihi where it still stands.
Specialties
Firm Tofu, Soft Tofu, Aburage, Atsuage (Deep-fried Tofu), Natto (Fermented Soybeans), Yudofu, Soymilk, Okara (Soy pulp)