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Children’s Day 2026 – April 25, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – We continually update information as we get commitments

All are welcome to attend our Children’s Day scheduled for Saturday, April 25, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. on the temple grounds at Puna Hongwanji Mission.  The day will be filled with fun activities for the children and children at heart. We have received commitment  Read More

Spring Equinox Reflection Service (Ohigan) – Sunday, March 29, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.

Please join us for our Spring Equinox Reflection Service (Spring Ohigan) on Sunday, March 29, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.  This is one of six major services that we observe each year.  During the special services the temple altars tables are covered with the beautiful cloths, uchishiki.   Read More

Puna Hongwanji Judo Club Fundraiser

The Puna Hongwanji Judo Club has collaborated with Buddah Mochi to create a Puna Hongwanji Judo Club inspired bag.  Presales are currently underway, and the bags will be available for distribution in May 2026.  Please consider purchasing a bag for $20 to help our judo club.  The  Read More

Sunday Family Dharma Service – March 22, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. – “Please take care of yourself, and each other”

Please join us on Sunday, March 22, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. for our weekly Sunday Family Dharma Service.  Service will be available in person and online via Zoom.  Rev. Satoshi Ka’imipono Tomioka will share the Dharma Message “Please take care of yourself, and each other”. The  Read More

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Puna Hongwanji is a dynamic temple community where people joined by faith and joy in Amida Buddha share the Dharma in our daily living. We invite you to join us for fellowship and learning. More »

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