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Puna Hongwanji Mission

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Altar Refurbishment Project – We Need Your Help!

Puna Hongwanji Buddhist Temple Altar Project Donation Request   Let your legacy live on — Passing the Torch That Brightens Our Past, Present, and Future The altar stands as the central religious presence within Puna Hongwanji. It reflects Amida Buddha’s virtue and is carefully  Read More

Puna Hongwanji Monthly Buddhism Classes in 2026

The last words of Sakyamuni Buddha were to make the teachings your guiding light and yourself the driving force.  In the ups and downs of personal life, community, country, and the world, we need guidance that lights our path toward harmony, peace, compassion, mutual understanding,  Read More

Donation Relief for Hurricane Lala 2026

Hurricane Lala has left our communities in great need of help. As everyone has been trying to clean up and pick up the pieces Tropical Storm Moke was right behind with anticipation of 15” of rain. Today it’s Tropical Depression Moke which is moving away, but may bring 2-4 inches  Read More

Third Annual Sake Pairing Event – Saturday, September 26, 2026 5 pm – 8 pm

We have a few seats left for those interested in our Third Annual Sake Pairing Event on Saturday, September 26, 2026 from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm.  This will be a good fun evening featuring temple cuisine and premium sake.  The funds raised will go towards our 125th Anniversary  Read More

Pahoa YBA Hall Bon Dance – Saturday, August 29, 2026 from 3 pm – 6 pm

Please join us at the Pahoa YBA Hall (15-3003 Kauhale Street, Pahoa) on Saturday, August 29, 2026 from 3 pm – 6 pm.  The Pahoa Nikkei Jin Kai will be hosting the Bon Dance in Pahoa.  Drumming will be provided by Puna Taiko.  The dance will be led by Shinka Odorikai. Please  Read More

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  • 16-492 Old Volcano Rd.
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