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Pahoa Dagger Hawaii T-Shirt

The pāhoa — the dagger — the close-quarters companion of the Hawaiian warrior.

The Story Behind the Pāhoa

The pāhoa — the dagger — was the close-quarters companion of the Hawaiian warrior. Short, balanced, often carved from dense wood or fashioned from a single piece of bone.

Pāhoa is a word for a particular kind of dagger, but it is also the name carried by places, families, and lineages across the islands. The dagger itself was crafted with attention to mana — the materials, the carver, the warrior who would carry it, each part of a chain of intention. Like other Hawaiian weapons, the pāhoa was never decoration alone. It was made to be used, and the discipline of lua — Hawaiian martial training — was the framework that surrounded its handling.

For Lovers of Hawaiian Heritage

For locals, this design honors a piece of warrior heritage held with the seriousness it deserves. For visitors, it is a souvenir of Hawaiian craft as it actually existed — small, sharp, and made with purpose.

Premium Gildan 5000 Unisex Tee

Fit & Sizing

True-to-size Gildan 5000 Unisex Classic Tee, sizes S through 2XL — order your normal size.

Care & Longevity

Durable DTG print. Machine wash cold inside-out, tumble dry low to keep the art vivid.

Designed by Kahana Designs

Kahana Designs is an independent Hawaiʻi design shop. Every design is researched with respect for Hawaiian place and culture, and every order supports a small maker — mahalo nui.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this tee run true to size?

Yes — the Gildan 5000 is a classic unisex fit. Order your usual size; size up one for a relaxed look.

What colors are available?

Available in 8 colors.

How is it printed and will it last?

Direct-to-garment printed with durable inks designed to hold color through regular washing.

Pair it with: Hawaiian mythology & akua tees, all our Hawaii t-shirts, and Hawaii art posters.