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flag South Korea’s CU opened its first U.S. store in Honolulu on Nov. 12, 2025, blending Korean and Hawaiian flavors.

flag South Korea’s CU convenience store chain launched its first U.S. location in Honolulu on November 12, 2025, opening at 1088 Bishop Street under a joint venture with WKF Inc. flag The 2,900-square-foot store, named CU Downtown, blends Korean and Hawaiian culture with offerings like ramen stations, Korean snacks, and locally inspired menu items. flag It features exclusive products, partnerships with local chefs and artists, and a mobile app for rewards. flag Open daily from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m., CU Hawaii plans to expand to at least nine more locations in the next year, with a goal of 50 stores across the state within three years.

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