Since 2022 we have been participating in the backpack drive that the Hawaii Police Department puts on for keiki on our island. Since 2022 with the assistance of our members and friends of the temple we have donated 271 backpacks to support the keiki. Last year with the amazing help of everyone we donated 112
Read MorePuna 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 designed to create a serene and respectful atmosphere through its ornaments
Read MoreThe 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 MoreThe Puna Hongwanji Judo Club has collaborated with Buddah Mochi to create a Puna Hongwanji Judo Club inspired bag. Presales are currently underway until mid-May, and the bags will be available for distribution in May 2026. Please consider purchasing a bag for $20 to help our judo club. The funds raised will go towards the
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
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