Peace Day is officially on September 21. The Ring Your Bells for Peace Day will be held on FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2024. atThis is being held on this day to give the school groups an opportunity to participate as well. Come join us at Puna Hongwanji Buddhist Temple to ring the kansho bell and whatever
Read MorePuna Hongwanji will host a sake tasting and food pairing event on Saturday, September 14, 2024 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in our social hall. Cost per ticket is $75. Tickets can be purchased by email Jenn Kurohara at jklkurohara@gmail.com. Ryan Kadota of Kadota Liquor will select a variety of sake to be paired with
Read MoreIt’s Bon Dance season! Get ready to gather with family, friends, and make new friends! Join us on Saturday, July 6, 2024 at Puna Hongwanji Buddhist Temple for one night of Bon Dance. Listing of Events (subject to change so please stay tuned to our social media pages like Facebohttps://youtu.be/YqKDUoTiGuc?si=Uv5ZHkFUkNDs37V7ok and Instagram) 3:00 p.m. –
Read MoreJoin us on Friday, June 7, 6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at Puna Hongwanji Buddhist Temple, 16-492 Old Volcano Road, Keaau, HI 96749 Have you ever wondered how the divine statues in Buddhism are created? Well, this would be a great occasion to be exposed to the art of carving Buddhist statues by professionals. Carving
Read MoreAs the bon dance season has arrived, take this opportunity to learn Japanese through the bon dance songs you are dancing to or hearing. This will provide insights into Japanese language, culture, and tradition. Classes will be held on Saturdays, June 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 from 1 pm – 2 pm. No registration
Read MoreThe Puna Hongwanji Buddhist Temple in Keaau will be hosting the Annual Puna District Interfaith Memorial Day Observance on Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. in person on the front lawn of our temple. The Puna Ohana holds dear to their hearts those who were willing to lay down their lives for this great
Read MoreJoin us on Sunday, March 24, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. We will have our Ohigan Service and recognize our keirokai members who will turn 80 in 2024. We have 16 members to recognize. After the service join us in the social hall for our Shinnen Enkai (New Year) luncheon. Tickets are available. Donation: Adults: $10
Read MoreJoin us on Saturday, April 20, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. on the grounds of the Puna Hongwanji Buddhist Temple at 16-492 Old Volcano Road, Keaau, HI 96749. We will have activities, games, food, crafts, and prizes at the event. Hawaii County Police Department will offer free keiki ID’s Hawaii County Fire Department
Read MoreWe will be having a rummage sale, the boutique, and some food items for sale at Puna Hongwanji on Saturday, March 9, 2024 from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon. We will have a variety of items available for sale. Please bring your patience and compassion as you sort through the items you wish to buy.
Read MoreJoin us at Puna Hongwanji on Sunday, February 11, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. for our Dana Day Service. The service will be available in person or online via Zoom. The Dana Day Service is hosted by the Puna Hongwanji Buddhist Women’s Association (BWA). Dana is selfless giving of time and energy. Asking for nothing in
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