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Hongwanji Day

Namo Amida Butsu The first Sunday of March is designated as Hongwanji Day in Hawaii. Honpa Hongwanji Mission was founded in 1889, and the first ...

News And Announcements

2025 Membership Dues Being Collected

The Wailuku Hongwanji Young Buddhist Association (YBA) was organized by Reverend Tetsuzan Funakura in January 1903. The purpose of organizing the group was to further the interest in the Buddha’s teachings among the younger members. Throughout the years, Reverend Kagetsu Shibata and Reverend Seiya Kai directed the YBA members. Reverend Kai expanded the YBA program to include non-religious activities such as sports, the formation of a concert band and other activities.

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Cyber Crime Alert

Our temple community has recently been targeted by another wave of cybercrime attempts, and we want to ensure everyone stays

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Temple Wish List

We kindly request your support in contributing to our temple’s wish list, which includes essential items to enhance our space and activities. Your generosity is greatly appreciated

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Join our temple community today

Join us at Wailuku Hongwanji and become a cherished member of our temple community! We embrace diversity and welcome individuals and families from all backgrounds with open arms

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March 2025 // Volume 62

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Education

Preschool November 2024

We are thrilled to announce that we have received the final installment of our grant, enabling us to fully fund our ongoing projects and enhance ...
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Education

Preschool October 2024

September has ushered in a valuable new addition to our team. We are excited to welcome Ms. Sandra Hirata to our preschool family! The children ...
Education

Preschool

Preschool is a wonderful and essential time in a child’s life, providing a special environment where they can begin their journey of exploration, learning, and ...

Youth Organizations

Pack 40 families hiked the Kapalua Coast Trail in late January
Cub Scouts

Cub Scouts’ Winter Activities: Community & Fun!

Cub Scouts held the annual pine wood derby Cubscout hosted Scout Sunday. The Cubscouts made a salmon lunch and strawberry shortcake dessert. Congratulations to Ryan ...
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4H

Sakura 4-H Clubs – The Clover Report

a Bottom Left: Visit at Dr. Emilie Sumida’s Dentist Office. Bottom Right: Friends Forever hosted a volunteer day at Waihe’e Refuge, also in attendance were ...
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Cub Scouts

Cub Scouts’ Winter Activities: Community & Fun!

Pack 40 Cub Scouts held an annual holiday party with games, dinner and a secret Santa gift exchange. They also volunteered at Hale Makua singing ...