Kakaako is the urban core of Honolulu and is the planned target for explosive growth over the next 20 years. Its central location between Downtown Honolulu and Waikiki along with quick access to the freeway and airport make the convenience of Kakaako' s locale hard to beat. As an area still known for many warehouse shops and light industry it has much valuable land ripe for grand plans to develop it into a vibrant walking community were residents can live work and play.