Post #673362 by creativenative on Thu, Apr 4, 2013 1:29 PM

Does any urban tiki archeologist out there know of any other tiki establishments with the word "kapu" in its name and the fate of the edifice? For example Kapu-Ahi (forbidden fire)that burned down. The irony kills me that Kapu-kai was ended by water even though it was freshwater (wai). I'm not superstitious or anything but the word "kapu" and its sister Polynesian derivatives tapu, or tabu (taboo in English)is a strong word, meaning as most of us know, sacred or forbidden. Curses were associated with this word. Just wondering not implying anything. The word "Taboo" in Polynesian Pop, I know is used commonly but using this version of the word seems to be safer. No tabu with "taboo". Again just wondering. Not intending to offend anyone in this interesting but sad thread. Obviously there were many other tiki buildings with the same misfortune without Kapu, tapu or tabu in their names. I guess I do sound a little superstitious :). I have a feeling posting this will be a curse.