Ekoji Buddhist Temple

Ekoji Buddhist Temple Ekoji Buddhist Temple, the “Temple of the Gift of Light.” is an American Shin Buddhist Temple. A div

06/09/2026

It’s always wonderful to see coast to coast support for Ekoji Buddhist Temple! Shoutout to our generous mini sponsors:

HOSSEIN ASSEFBARKHI
CHRISTINE BALDRIDGE
JESSE BARRICK
ANDREW BEACHY
SHIRLEY BERTONI
JANE BLECHMAN
CARLA BROWN
TAEKO BUCK
EUGENIA BURKES
TED COLEMAN
TOM CRAY
JOSEPH CRILLEY
MARGARET CUMMISKY
MAH DOROUD
MATTHEW DOUBRAVA
EMILY FASICK
JOE GOTCHY
KEN IKEDA
GAIL & NORMAN KONDO
ARELENE MAYEDA
EVAN MERZ
NANCY MOTONAGA
KEMI NAKABAYASHI
KEN & NORI NAKAMURA
KIM NGUYEN
DIANA NGUYEN RIVERA
REV. & MRS. SHINDO NISHIYAMA
ALEXANDER O’BRIEN
LEXY O’BRIEN
DONNA OMATA
JOYCE OSH*TA
MARK ROONEY
ED SAMS
JORAN STEGNER
GARY TANIGAWA
AMY VU
NGOC-YEN VU
ANDREA WALTER
ALEXIS YAMASH*TA
MIKIO YAMASH*TA
MARLA YONAMINE

We are so grateful for your support!

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🏮 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR OBON 2026! 🏮Our favorite summer tradition is just around the corner, and we can’t make the magic...
06/08/2026

🏮 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR OBON 2026! 🏮

Our favorite summer tradition is just around the corner, and we can’t make the magic happen without YOU! Volunteer registration is officially open.

Whether you want to get a workout during setup/cleanup, show off your baking skills, or bring the energy to our activity booths and food hall, there is a perfect spot for everyone.

Let’s come together to make this year’s festival unforgettable! ✨
👉 How to sign up:
Click the link in our bio to find our SignUpGenius, or head straight to our event page: https://www.ekoji.org/obon-festival/

06/07/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our volunteer breakfast! A few of our team captains and volunteers shared what they like most about Obon…

See you soon!
06/07/2026

See you soon!

Please join us Sunday, June 7, at 9:30 am for breakfast and to learn more about how you can be of service at our summer ...
06/06/2026

Please join us Sunday, June 7, at 9:30 am for breakfast and to learn more about how you can be of service at our summer festival!

Volunteer sign ups are now open. Visit our event page or use the link in our profile: https://www.ekoji.org/obon-festival/

06/06/2026

🏮 CELEBRATING OUR COMMUNITY 🏮

As we get closer to our Obon Festival, our hearts are incredibly full. An event of this tradition and scale truly takes a village, and we are so fortunate to have an amazing Sangha behind us!

Today, we want to give a massive, heartfelt SHOUTOUT to our Obon Mini Sponsors! 🌟

Your generosity and support are what make it possible for us to bring our community together to honor our ancestors, share vibrant cultural traditions, and create beautiful memories. Because of you, the lanterns shine just a little bit brighter.

Please join us in thanking these wonderful local businesses and community members:

* HOSSEIN ASSEFBARKHI
* CHRISTINE BALDRIDGE
* JESSE BARRICK
* ANDREW BEACHY
* SHIRLEY BERTONI
* JANE BLECHMAN
* CARLA BROWN
* TAEKO BUCK
* EUGENIA BURKES
* TED COLEMAN
* TOM CRAY
* MARGARET CUMMISKY
* MAH DOROUD
* MATTHEW DOUBRAVA
* EMILY FASICK
* JOE GOTCHY
* KEN IKEDA
* EVAN MERZ
* NANCY MOTONAGA
* KEMI NAKABAYAS
* KEN & NORI NAKAMURA
* KIM NGUYEN
* ALEXANDER O’BRIEN
* DONNA OMATA
* DIANA RIVERA
* MARK ROONEY
* ED SAMS
* JORAN STEGNER
* GARY TANIGAWA
* AMY VU
* NGOC-YEN VU
* ANDREA WALTER
* ALEXIS YAMASH*TA
* MIKIO YAMASH*TA
* MARLA YONAMINE

Be sure to show them some love and drop a 🏮 or a ❤️ in the comments to help us thank them!
🗓️ Save the Date: Saturday, July 11
📍 Location: Ekoji Buddhist Temple
🔗 Event tickets, details, and sponsorship and volunteer opportunities are linked in bio and can be found at ekoji.org/obon-festival

Ready to help bring Obon 2026 to life? 🙌 Volunteer registration is NOW OPEN!We’re looking for amazing folks to help us w...
06/06/2026

Ready to help bring Obon 2026 to life? 🙌 Volunteer registration is NOW OPEN!
We’re looking for amazing folks to help us with:
🛠️ Setup & Clean up
🥮 Baking delicious treats
🎟️ Staffing activity booths & the food hall
📝 Guest check-in & more!
Grab your friends, choose a shift, and be a part of the team.
🔗 Link in bio to sign up via SignUpGenius, or visit https://www.ekoji.org/obon-festival/ for all the details!

Obon is all about community, gratitude, and celebrating our ancestors—and we can’t do it without YOU! 🏮✨We’re kicking of...
06/05/2026

Obon is all about community, gratitude, and celebrating our ancestors—and we can’t do it without YOU! 🏮✨

We’re kicking off the season with our Obon Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast this Sunday, June 7th at 9:30 AM. Come grab some spam, rice, and eggs, and chat with our team captains about how you can get involved for Obon 2026.

📝 Volunteer Sign-Ups: Open this Friday, June 5th (first-come, first-served!).

As a thank you, all volunteers receive a free ticket to the festival and the unforgettable firsthand experience of bringing this beautiful tradition to life. 🫶

We can't wait to see you Sunday! 🍳

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6500 Lakehaven Lane
Fairfax Station, VA
22039

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 2pm
Sunday 11am - 12:30pm

Telephone

+17032390500

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