Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Florist in Honolulu for Over 75 Years
Watanabe Floral has been a trusted name in Hawaiian floral services since 1946, founded by Ernest and Shizue Watanabe. Our 79-year legacy is built on the Spirit of Aloha, combining tradition with innovation to help customers express emotions through flowers. With over 70 team members, including award-winning designers with 100+ combined years of experience, we specialize in weddings, sympathy arrangements, and custom designs for every occasion. Recognized as Hawaii's Best Florist annually since 2003, we maintain rigorous quality standards through our 'Kina'ole' philosophy of flawlessness.Our dual showrooms in Honolulu and Waipahu offer same-day delivery across Oahu, serving both retail and wholesale clients including major corporations like Disney and Costco. Our commitment to excellence extends to sustainability initiatives like our Vase Recycling Program, while our community involvement reflects our 'Ohana values. As a family-owned business spanning four generations, we continue to prioritize personalized service and floral artistry that honors our founders' vision.
Services
Sympathy Services
Wedding Arrangements
Same-day Delivery
Corporate Flowers
Lei Specials
Plant Rentals
Funeral Wreaths
Prom Bouquets
Custom Designs
Floral Subscriptions
Details
- Year established: 1946
Highlights and features
- Award-winning designers with 100+ combined years of experience
- Same-day delivery available across Oahu until 4 PM
- Specializing in custom wedding and sympathy arrangements
- Recognized as Hawaii's Best Florist annually since 2003
- Family-owned with four generations of floral expertise
What people say
Exceptional service
Beautiful flowers
Timely delivery
Perfect for occasions
Creative designs
Services
Sympathy Services
Our expert designers create meaningful sympathy arrangements including standing sprays, casket covers, and funeral wreaths. We work closely with families to honor loved ones with personalized floral tributes that reflect individual personalities and cultural traditions. Our team ensures timely delivery to services across Oahu.
Wedding Arrangements
We specialize in custom wedding designs from bouquets and boutonnieres to ceremony arches and reception centerpieces. Our designers collaborate with couples to create cohesive floral themes that match wedding visions. We offer consultations and sample arrangements for planning convenience.
Same-day Delivery
Available for orders placed before 11 AM, our same-day delivery covers all major Oahu areas. We maintain fresh inventory daily to ensure quality last-minute deliveries for birthdays, get well wishes, and special occasions requiring immediate floral arrangements.
Corporate Flowers
We provide weekly floral maintenance and event-specific arrangements for businesses. Our corporate clients receive customized solutions including office plants, event centerpieces, and branded floral displays with reliable delivery schedules tailored to business needs.
Lei Specials
We craft traditional Hawaiian leis using fresh local flowers and foliage. Our lei services include same-day availability, shipping options, and special designs for graduations, weddings, and cultural celebrations. We offer both traditional and contemporary lei styles.
People
Ernest Watanabe
Founder
A WWII veteran who started the business in 1946, Ernest Watanabe established the company's foundation of quality and Aloha spirit through his dedication to floral craftsmanship and customer service.
Shizue Watanabe
Co-founder
As co-founder with Ernest, Shizue helped build the business from its early days, maintaining the family values and commitment to excellence that continue to define Watanabe Floral's operations today.
Questions
Do you offer same-day flower delivery in Honolulu?
Yes, we provide same-day delivery in Honolulu for orders placed before 11:00 AM.
What forms of payment do you accept?
We accept major credit/debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Afterpay, bank transfers, cash, and checks.
Can I request specific flowers or colors?
Yes, you can specify preferred flowers or color palettes during ordering, and we'll accommodate requests when possible.
Do you deliver to hospitals and event venues?
Yes, we deliver to all locations including hospitals, businesses, and event venues across Honolulu.
How do I care for delivered flowers?
Trim stems, use fresh water, and keep arrangements in cool spots away from direct sunlight to extend flower life.
