"New Year's Fukubukuro Frenzy: Oahu's Tradition of Lucky Bags Sells Out"
The Japanese New Year tradition of Fukubukuro, featuring grab bags with mystery items at half price, drew crowds to Ala Moana Center in Honolulu. Shoppers eagerly lined up to purchase these bags, with stores like Malie and T&C Surf experiencing near sell-outs. The event, likened to a second Christmas Eve, will return next year for those who missed out.