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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

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

Infant and Children’s Rite Ceremony – Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

Screenshot This infant rite ceremony is not only for newborn infants, but also siblings and any children are welcome to join and receive a warm connection with Amida Buddha’s compassion and wisdom. Everyone is welcome to attend, regardless of membership status. Please register  Read More

Pahala Hongwanji Rummage Sale

Screenshot Our sister temple, Pahala Hongwanji Mission, will be having a rummage sale on Saturday, April 11, 2026.  The original date was in March, but due to the inclement weather, they postponed it to April 11, 2026.  Join them at 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Find great deals on  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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  • 16-492 Old Volcano Rd.
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