[3] Born in 1886, Harold Kainalu Long Castle was the descendant of prominent businessmen and missionaries in Oahu.

[4] In the early 20th century Kaneohe Ranch lands were used for growing pineapple, processing sugar and for cattle operations.

Its headquarters, the Kaneohe Ranch Building at Castle Junction, was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places in 1987.

The idea to build houses on long-term leased land became popular due to their lower purchase cost.

[5] The third phase included 12,000 square feet (1,100 m2) of retail space, a new location for First Hawaiian Bank, Hawaii's second Whole Foods Market,[6] and additional parking.

[7] A two-story retail and office building was to be set back from streets by 15 feet (4.6 m) to allow for wider sidewalks and outdoor dining areas.