The Hawaii Island Bon Dance Schedule for 2026. This is a compilation of all Bon Dance for the island. Please be sure to check with each organization to ensure the dates and times of the event is accurate. Puna Hongwanji is scheduled for Saturday, June 27, 2026 from 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Check our
Read MoreThis year we will be celebrating 79 years of the war memorial on the front lawn of the Puna Hongwanji Buddhist Temple. The memorial bears the names of all Puna residents that were killed in action during the different conflicts. Please join us on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. to honor and remember
Read MoreSave the Date: Puna Hongwanji Hatsubon (Memorial Service) and Bon Dance 2026 Please save the date and check back for updated information as we prepare for our Puna Hongwanji Hatsubon (Memorial Service) and Bon Dance for 2026. Our date has been set for Saturday, June 27, 2026. 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Lantern Making by
Read MoreAt Puna Hongwanji we decided to help the Zonta Club of Hilo with their drive in April since this is an event that will help our keiki in the Puna District. The Zonta Club of Hilo is collecting slippers and backpacks for the students of Mt. View Elementary School. We are helping with the slippers
Read MoreThis 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 by emailing us at mpunahongwanji@twc.com or register at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScl6_jJu6aN7HkZyf-kaWmjWjKtD_wSDhZmDzRUNBgwCkjdHA/viewform
Read MoreUpdated 4/24/26: The Rummage Sale for Pahala Hongwanji Mission has been rescheduled to Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. They say third time is a charm. Let’s hope they will be able to have their rummage sale on that date. Please help support them. 4-10-26 Update: The Rummage Sale scheduled for
Read MoreAs a fundraising event for our 125th Anniversary of Puna Hongwanji in October 2027, we have another fun fundraising event we are sponsoring. Wine is being brought in from Trujillo of Napa Valley. Winemaker and founder of the company, Michael Trujillo will also be available at the event. We will have some snacks to go
Read MoreAll 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 from the following: Malama Haloa Hui Ku’i Kalo
Read MoreThe 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, and truth. The Buddha’s teachings guide us through both joy
Read MorePuna Hongwanji will hold its Shinnen Enkai (New Year’s Party) on Sunday, February 1, 2026 after Sunday Service. February 1, 2026 will also be Scout Sunday. After the service is over we will all gather in the social hall for our Shinnen Enkai and Keirosha (those turning 80 in the year 2026) recognition. Tickets are
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