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New Year’s Eve Service Candle Light Service

What are the Teachings of Jodo Shinshu?Thankful, Thanks to You (Okagesama-de)

January 26, 2026

Namo Amida Butsu As many of you know, Jodo Shinshu is the name of our Buddhist tradition. Recently, both members and non-members have asked me ...

News And Announcements

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

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

Wednesday, July 02: Graveside Memorial Service

The Graveside memorial service at Makawao Veteran’s Cemetery in observance of the Obon season will be held on Wednesday, July 2, beginning at 3:00 p.m.

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

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,

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

Help Wanted: Student Volunteer

January 26, 2026

Wailuku Hongwanji Buddhist Temple needs a volunteer to provide an hour of dana each week.

Join Our Temple Community Today!

July 1, 2025

Join us at Wailuku Hongwanji and become a cherished member of our temple community! We embrace diversity and welcome individuals

Temple Wish List

July 30, 2024

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

Help Wanted: PT Custodian and a Student Volunteer

July 29, 2024

Wailuku Hongwanji Buddhist Temple needs a volunteer to provide an hour of dana each week.

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NOVEMBER 2025 // Volume 62

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Preschool May 2025

September 4, 2025

As we welcome a new school year, we are thrilled to embrace the joy and learning that comes with preschool. This year promises to be filled ...

Gakuen Kakizome

Our Japanese Language School welcomed the New Year ...

January 26, 2026

Dharma School Students Taking Charge

Throughout the school year, Dharma School students serve in meaningful roles during Sunday services. Assigned by grade level on a rotating basis, students assist as greeters, kansho ringers, emcees, chanting helpers, offertory collectors, and metta readers, learning responsibility through service. Students report early to receive their montoshikisho, and at the ...

January 26, 2026

Calling All graduates

Calling all Class of 2026 graduating high school seniors! Each year, Wailuku Hongwanji takes special pride in celebrating and recognizing the graduating class of students who have been actively involved with the church in some way. The following is a list of Class of 2026 students who we currently have ...

January 26, 2026

Virtual State Dharma School Gathering Highlights!

The 7th Virtual State Dharma School Gathering held in October focused on the theme of “Nurturing Nembutsu: Cultivating Awareness”. Students, educators, ministers, and friends gathered online for the event featuring Rev. Tomo Hojo of West Kauai Hongwanji Mission as guest speaker for the service; student breakout rooms concentrating on listening ...

December 6, 2025

Food & Culture at Gakuen

Musubi, or onigiri, is a traditional Japanese rice ball often filled with pickled or salted ingredients and wrapped in nori. Portable and convenient, musubi has long been one of Japan’s favorite comfort foods and a staple snack for centuries. During and after World War II, the U.S. military introduced Spam ...

December 6, 2025

Youth Organizations

Cub Scouts

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What are the Teachings of Jodo Shinshu?Thankful, Thanks to You (Okagesama-de)

News And Announcements

Handicap Parking Available for Obon

Obon Mairi (Home Visitation) Offered to Members

Wednesday, July 02: Graveside Memorial Service

Refreshment Donations for Obon

Yagura Setup and Temple Cleanup Schedule

Volunteers Needed for Obon Preparation

Celebrating Our Members!

Continuing a Legacy of Dana

BWA Reminders

Moments Shared as a Sangha

Calls To Care

Help Wanted: Student Volunteer

Join Our Temple Community Today!

Temple Wish List

Help Wanted: PT Custodian and a Student Volunteer

Friend of the Dharma

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Education

Preschool May 2025

Gakuen Kakizome

Dharma School Students Taking Charge

Calling All graduates

Virtual State Dharma School Gathering Highlights!

Food & Culture at Gakuen

Youth Organizations

Sharing Cheer & Building Skills

Sakura 4-H Clubs – The Clover Report : February 2026

Welcome, Scoutmaster Yeh!

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