Jodo Mission of Hawaii

04/23/2026

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04/17/2026

Get ready for Bon Dance Season! Come to Jodo Mission's Bon Dance Accessories Sale in Ikoi Hall. The sale will be held every Sunday from April 19 - May 17 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. We have adult and children kimonos, yukatas, and happi coats, as well as obis, getas, zoris, and fans.

04/17/2026

Jodo Mission of Hawaii is delighted to announce our Koinobori Celebration, featuring vibrant carp streamers displayed throughout the temple grounds in honor of all life.
The celebration will begin with an opening ceremony on Sunday, April 19 at 11:00 a.m., featuring a dynamic taiko performance by Dragon Beat Hawaii.
In conjunction with our Sunday services, we will also present a series of cultural lectures and presentations by the following guest speakers:
April 26: Ms. Sheree Tamura
May 3: Dr. George Tanabe
May 10: Mr. Glenn Yoshida
May 17: Ms. Marie Otani
On each of these dates, the Sewing Circle will also hold a Bon Dance accessories sale at Ikoi Hall around noon.
This event is open to the public, and admission is free. We warmly invite you to join us with your family and friends to enjoy the colorful koinobori.

02/26/2026

Special Sunday Service with Professor and Mrs. Tsukasa Takahashi

On Sunday, March 1, at 10:00 a.m., during the Sunday Service at the Jodo Mission of Hawaii, we will host a Panel Theater performance by Professor Tsukasa Takahashi, Professor Emeritus of Bukkyo University and Mrs. Sayuri Takahashi.

Panel Theater is an interactive visual storytelling method in which handmade illustrated figures and word cards are placed on and removed from a fabric-covered board (panel) to present stories and songs in an engaging way.

By combining visual elements, music, and spoken word, it helps children stay focused and actively participate—wondering, “What happens next?” or joyfully singing along with the story.

It is widely used in preschools, kindergartens, elementary schools, church and temple Sunday schools, and children’s events in both educational and religious settings. Through this medium, folktales, seasonal traditions, life lessons, and moral teachings can be shared in a gentle and accessible way.

Carrying on Japan’s rich tradition of visual storytelling—exemplified by kamishibai (paper theater)—Professor Takahashi is recognized as one of the educators who has supported expressive education in postwar early childhood practice.

We are especially grateful that Professor and Mrs. Takahashi will be offering this performance as a volunteer.

Please come and experience the warm and heart-touching world of Panel Theater, where even profound themes are conveyed with gentleness and joy. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you and your family. Here is a YouTube link featuring Professor Takahashi.

「きみとぼくのあいだに」は、中山譲さん（ゆずりん・柚梨太郎）の代表曲に合わせて、ブラックライトを使用してパネルシアターで表現しています。ブラックライトを通しての美しさが伝われば幸甚です。＃たかはしつか...

12/21/2025

Mochi pounding

12/21/2025

Mochitsuki 2025!