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ID	Nickname	Country / City	Comment	Project / Group
147940	catherine	United States Honolulu	While I was driving through the Ala Moana parking lot on the main level next to Target, it was the first time I noticed this “Mall Access” sign, even though I’ve driven past it many times. It caught my attention because the sign is in English, Japanese, Korean, and Chinese. Since this sign is in an older wing of the mall, it’s probably been here for many years without me noticing, which shows how long Hawai‘i has been a multicultural environment. Although Ala Moana is a touristy place, it was still interesting to see such a general sign in four languages. The Japanese, Korean, and Chinese all translate to “Mall Access.” Seeing multiple languages layered into a simple directional sign made me realize how deeply multilingualism is built into Hawai‘i’s public spaces, even in areas we overlook.	Multilingual Hawaiʻi
147939	catherine	United States Honolulu	While I was driving on Kapiolani Blvd, getting ready to turn onto Atkinson, I noticed this Korean restaurant, Chogajip, with its name written in English and “초가집” written next to it. After searching up what this means, I found that it says “thatched house,” which refers to a traditional Korean home. I found this interesting because it’s not only multicultural, but it’s also something only someone proficient in Korean would understand. The only English on the sign is “Korean Restaurant and Bar,” while the Korean wording conveys a homelike taste and environment. Seeing this bilingual signage sending different messages to different audiences shows how openly multicultural Hawaiʻi is.	Multilingual Hawaiʻi
147910	remy	United States Honolulu	‘Ōlelo Hawai’i	Multilingual Hawaiʻi
135665	Solo	United States Honolulu	—	Multilingual Hawaiʻi
135664	Solo	United States Honolulu	—	Multilingual Hawaiʻi
135663	Solo	United States Honolulu	—	Multilingual Hawaiʻi
134344	charrr	United States Aiea	Walking past this town that had a sign in both Korean and English, made me aware of how multilingualism is a daily part of life when living in Hawai’i. As I continue to reflect about the different languages in Hawai’i, it made me realize how much of a melting pot our community is. It had the Korean language big and broad, showing that even in such an environment, these languages are the norm and are here to stay. Recognizing multilingualism in public spaces like this, is another way that language can connect others in a meaningful way, and expand across cultures.	Multilingual Hawaiʻi
134343	charrr	United States Waipahu	Seeing place names like Waikele, really emphasizes how important the Hawaiian language is to our culture. As you grow up, the norm becomes something that can be hidden in plain sight, or something that most people overlook, despite it being in our everyday language. However, as we think about multilingualism and think about the connection of the Hawaiian language and how it can shift our culture and communication, we can then use our town names as markers for history, culture, and diversity. We can view this public language as a way to honor the past and encourage language revitalization everyday.	Multilingual Hawaiʻi
134342	charrr	United States Honolulu	Encountering a Japanese vending machine, I noticed that it had both Japanese and English on it. Noticing that it had both scripts, it made me realize how ingrained multilingualism is to our state and island. Not only does this serve the local community, but for tourists who can enjoy a bit of their culture here. Seeing just how often and frequently it is to have both Japanese and English script, and basically how normalized it is to have multiple languages in this state, made me aware of how this our public language and how valuable it is to create an inclusive, multilingual environment for everyone.	Multilingual Hawaiʻi
134149	Jeromyy	United States Honolulu	—	Multilingual Hawaiʻi
134148	Jeromyy	United States Honolulu	—	Multilingual Hawaiʻi
134147	Jeromyy	United States Honolulu	—	Multilingual Hawaiʻi
118145	kyp	United States Aiea	Japanese Peace Bell Located on Neal S. Blaisdell Park	Multilingual Hawaiʻi
118144	kyp	United States Halawa	—	Multilingual Hawaiʻi
108712	ryansunada	United States Honolulu	—	Multilingual Hawaiʻi
108711	Ticiana Sprok	Hungary Budapest	The other day, while sitting on the tram, I came across a public transport announcement system that switched from Hungarian to English. This was one such incident when I began to realize just how multilingualism is increasingly recognized in public places, accommodating diverse populations. It makes me reflect how these multilingual announcements are important to let everybody move around the city in comfort. Raised with multiple languages, I was constantly made to realize the value of being able to understand and be understood. Through these announcements, it really underlined how much access to language can add to public services and to the inclusivity of a city.	Multilingual Hawaiʻi
108710	Ticiana Sprok	Kuwait Hawally	In a diversified neighborhood, I saw a storefront with Arabic and English signage. What caught my attention in particular was the dual-language sign that triggered these thoughts: business ventures are responsive to the needs of their community. Having grown up in an area with a rich tapestry of cultures and languages, I appreciate how multilingual signs foster inclusivity. They give a sense of belonging and an opportunity for recognition to those who might otherwise be excluded. After all, this has been an experience that really puts to the test my understanding that language use in public spaces is not about information alone but also respect and recognition toward cultural identity.	Multilingual Hawaiʻi
108709	Ticiana Sprok	Hungary Diósjenő	Strolling along the street in a city, I saw a sign with directions in two languages: Hungarian, and Slovakian. The multilingual sign brought back the memory of how language can open up to accessibility and inclusivity. Having grown up in a multicultural environment myself, I experienced how language barriers shut communities off. The use multiple languages in public places not only takes precedence toward diverse populations but affirms their presence. This sign reminded me that linguistic diversity should be treated as something very positive and not as a challenge. It is multilingualism that brings people closer ad relates them to one another.	Multilingual Hawaiʻi
108708	ryansunada	France Paris	—	Multilingual Hawaiʻi
108707	ryansunada	United States New York	—	Multilingual Hawaiʻi