Family Dharma Session at Jikoen Hongwanji July 26, 9 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.: “Buddhism and Family Culture” Rev. Dr. Proffitt will draw on his experiences from both the college level and from his Albany sangha. He will focus on his journey as a parent and how the Dharma provides him...
The Big Island branch of the Commission on Buddhist Education hosts the 2026 Hawaiʻi Island Nembutsu Seminar Oct. 2-4, 2026. The featured speaker will be Reverend Dr. Carmela Javellana-Hirano, Minister at Salt Lake Buddhist Temple. The focus will be on supporting our wellbeing and dealing with the challenges of our...
Note: This event is not organized by Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii. We share the information as a service to our members and the community. Hawaii Association of International Buddhists Annual Membership Meeting & Screening of “Wisdom of Happiness” SATURDAY, MAY 23, 2026, 10:00 AM — 2:00 PM registration Two...
Each year the International Day of Peace is observed around the world on September 21st. The United Nations General Assembly has declared this as a day devoted to strengthening the ideals of peace, both within and among all nations and peoples. In 2007, Hawaii became the first state to recognize...
Each year, Dharma School educators, children, and other sangha members gather on Zoom for learning and fellowship. We will post more information and registration info for this event as it becomes available. To see information about last year’s gathering, you may visit https://hongwanjihawaii.com/event/state-ds-gathering-seven/.
“Higan” means “the other shore.” It is an abbreviation for “to-higan,” meaning “reaching the other shore (of nirvana).” During the vernal and autumnal equinoxes when days and nights are of equal length, temples conduct Higan services that encourage us to meditate on the harmony of nature and devote ourselves to...
Hawaii State Lay Association 63rd Annual Convention September 18-19, 2026 Host Site: Honpa Hongwanji Hawaii Betsuin The Hawaii State Lay Association includes representatives from Hongwanji Hawaii’s five districts. The HSLA board puts on a convention annually to promote relationships and sharing among our various sanghas and to provide learning opportunities...
A luncheon to recognize the contributions and commitment of Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii’s Immediate Past President, Dr. Warren Tamamoto, and new President, Michael Munekiyo. Details to come.
The Young Adults Retreat (YAR) is scheduled for Sunday, September 6 and Monday, September 7 (Labor Day), 2026. YAR is a retreat weekend for young adults (18-32) to connect with new friends, new experiences, and new lessons from the Dharma. We hope that YAR will be an opportunity for curious...
