interjection
Hawaiian greeting used in Japanese contexts, often in tourism or Hawaiian-themed settings. Functions as both hello and goodbye.
from Hawaiian
ハワイに着いたら、みんな「アロハ！」と言ってくれた。
When I arrived in Hawaii, everyone said 'Aloha!' to me.
noun
aloha shirt; Hawaiian shirt
Abbreviation of アロハシャツ. Refers to the colorful, casual shirt associated with Hawaii.
彼はパーティーに派手なアロハを着てきた。
He came to the party wearing a flashy aloha shirt.