Wailuku Hongwanji Buddhist Temple “Hatsubon” (first Obon) Service will be held on Friday, August 1, and Saturday, August 2, beginning at 6:30 p.m. The following members will be memorialized each night at the service.
“Hatsubon” means “first Obon”, the first memorial since a loved one’s passing after the previous Obon. It offers family and friends a moment to reflect on how their loved one’s presence continues to touch their lives through memories, words, and actions. For those observing Hatsubon — and for all of us who have experienced loss — this is a time to recognize life’s impermanence and the lasting influence of those who came before us. Obon dance begins at 7:45 p.m
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Handicap Parking Available for Obon
Parking will be availble in the back parking lot (Mill St. Entrance) Troop 40 will assist with parking. Do not leave valuables in the car Other Obon Announcements
Obon Mairi (Home Visitation) Offered to Members
Reverend Shinkai Murakami continues to perform “Obon Mairi” for Wailuku Hongwanji members until the end of August. Please call the office to schedule your Obon Mairi service (808-244-0406). Members are reminded to clean their butsudan (family altar) and place fresh flowers for the service. More Obon Announcements
Refreshment Donations for Obon
The Obon Committee is asking for donations to defray the cost to purchase refreshments for the dancers and guests. Your continued support and kokua are again solicited and will be most appreciated. More Obon Announcements
Yagura Setup and Temple Cleanup Schedule
Temple members and friends are encouraged to participate in our annual general cleanup and setup of the yagura on Sunday, July 20, beginning at 8:00 a.m. Participants are asked to bring their tools, rags, newspapers, and any other items needed for the cleanup. General Cleanup Chair Eric Ikeuchi respectfully asks our affiliate organizations to under-take
Volunteers Needed for Obon Preparation
Wailuku Hongwanji’s annual Obon is a significant Temple and community event. We are grateful for the support our Sangha and affiliate organizations have provided in past years and look forward to continued manpower help to make our 2025 Obon a success. The following preObon and post-Obon activities will require volunteer time and energy, and we seek your help if