Maui native Glenn Awong, lead singer and songwriter of the popular Hawaii-based band Maoli, is a big fan of Japanese cuisine and said that is one of the main reasons he is hankering to visit Japan.

After years of performing with Maoli, the Maui reggae band he founded, Glenn Awong says he likes to “keep fans on their toes.” The Na Hoku Hanohano Award-winning band will perform at the Maui ...