Cukui is a clothing brand, retail store and art gallery based out of San Jose, California. Established in 2008. Cukui is rooted in art and culture; in the Hawaiian culture the "kukui" nut is burned and used as a candle to enlighten paths. In the Mexican culture "cucuy" means boogeyman. Cukui is a cross between Mexican and Pacific Island culture. Cukui is also rooted in graffiti, Polynesian art and street art. Cukui is the staple brand, representing the culture of San Jose, California.