Jake Kūliaikanu‘u Fernandez

Jake Fernandez's deep commitment to Hawaiian culture, language, and music was shaped early by his summers on Moloka‘i, where his grandmother encouraged him to speak Hawaiian and instilled in him a sense of pride and kuleana.

Born and raised in Kane‘ohe, Jake has dedicated much of his life to passing on that cultural awareness to future generations.

Now living in Kahalu‘u, Jake (Kūliaikanu‘u) chose his home to be closer to the country and the roots of the land he cherishes. A lifelong fan of Hawaiian music, his favorite song – "Ku‘u Home O Kahalu‘u" by Olomana – has stayed with him since its release in 1976, capturing the spirit of the place he now calls home.