Koloa Jodo Mission

09/26/2026

The Hawaii Association of International Buddhists (HAIB) cordially invites you to join us for a meaningful evening celebrating Dhammacakka, the auspicious occasion commemorating the Buddha’s first teaching and the turning of the Wheel of Dhamma.
This special event will feature two revered Bhikkhus, Ven. Dr. Dhammamuni and Ven. Dr. Ratnajyoti, who will lead an insightful conversation on how we can incorporate the core pillars of the Dhamma—Sila (Virtue), Samadhi (Concentration), and Panna (Wisdom)—into our modern, everyday lives.
Discover practical ways to cultivate inner peace, mental clarity, and lasting joy in an increasingly chaotic world through the timeless teachings of the Noble Eightfold Path.
Whether you are a lifelong Buddhist practitioner or simply curious about Buddhist wisdom, everyone is welcome to join us, connect with the community, and honor the turning of the Wheel of Dhamma.
The program is free and open to the public.
Please register at https://bit.ly/4xfg1Vr
by October 1, 2026

04/10/2026

Hawaiʻi Wildfire Management Organization will be holding a community workshop on wildfire at the Koloa Neighborhood Center on Thursday, April 23rd, 2026 from 5:30 pm -7:30 pm.

Hawaiʻi Wildfire Management Organization is a non-profit that serves as a hub of wildfire prevention, mitigation, and planning activities. We work collaboratively with many partners -including community organizations and residents- for a wildfire-ready and wildfire-resilient Hawaiʻi.

Anyone who lives, works, or cares about wildfire safety on Kauaʻi is encouraged to attend.

Why Participate?
Prioritize wildfire safety actions for your community
Identify next-step education and mitigation projects
Strengthen coordination between residents and agencies
Help position Kauaʻi communities for future wildfire preparedness funding

Workshop Schedule
April 16 - Live on Zoom
10 – 11:30 am
Register: bit.ly/CWPPKauaiZoom

April 21 - Kīlauea — Anaina Hou, Porter Pavilion
5:30 – 7:30 pm

April 23 - Kōloa — Kōloa Neighborhood Center
5:30 – 7:30 pm

For more information, visit www.hwmo.org or email [email protected].

04/09/2026

Last night, World Fellowship of Buddhists (WFB) President Phallop Thaiarry shared “A Prayer for Universal Peace.”
We kindly ask for your support in sharing and spreading this message so that it may reach as many people as possible.
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A Prayer for Universal Peace
We offer this solemn prayer for peace.
We look with profound sorrow upon the suffering caused by escalating hostilities, the widening violence across troubled regions, the prolonged conflicts between neighboring lands, and the many other disputes that continue to claim innocent lives. Too many civilians have perished, and too many families now live in grief and fear.
The Buddha taught that hatred is never overcome by hatred, but only by non-hatred and compassion. In the same spirit, the world’s great religious traditions remind us that love, mercy, and mutual respect must prevail over violence and enmity.
We sincerely ask all governments, leaders, and armed actors to stop the violence and choose dialogue, wisdom, and compassion. Only through mutual respect, forgiveness, and reconciliation can a just and lasting peace be built.
May all violence cease.
May innocent lives be protected.
May peace take root among all people.
May each individual prayer come together to become a great force for peace.

04/04/2026

The County of Kauaʻi, under Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami, has officially proclaimed April 6–12, 2026 as Hanamatsuri Week, commemorating the birth of the Buddha.

Buddha Day (Hanamatsuri) honors the birth of Siddhartha Gautama and the enduring teachings of compassion, wisdom, and peace. The proclamation also recognizes the importance of Buddhist practice and its positive impact on individuals and communities throughout Hawaiʻi.

An island-wide celebration will be held on Sunday, April 12 at 9:30 AM at West Kauaʻi Hongwanji Mission, featuring a Dharma talk by Rinban Yuika Hasebe.

All are warmly encouraged to reflect on the Buddha’s teachings and participate in this meaningful community observance. 🙏

03/25/2026

In celebration of the Buddha’s birthday, Kauai Buddhist Council (KBC) will sponsor its Buddha Day Service at West Kauai Hongwanji Mission on Sunday, April 12th, at 9:30 am.

The guest speaker will be Rev. Yukiko Hasebe of Hongwanji Mission. There will be refreshments and lucky numbers after the service. Let us celebrate this important day together!
For question, please contact West Kauai Hongwanji at 808-335-3195.

03/23/2026

2026 Buddha Day Service, sponsored by Hawaii Buddhist Council, will be held at Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii on Sunday, April 5th, 2026 at 9:30 am. Our guest speaker will be Dr. Geroge Tanabe and refreshments will follow the service. HBC encourages in-person participation in this special gathering. However, for those unable to attend, HBC has set up a watch page for the livestream of the service.
https://www.youtube.com/live/41S0O25BFUc
Happy Buddha Day to you all!

03/22/2026

Dear members of both Koloa and Kapaa Jodo Mission temples on Kauai,

I hope you are all safe during this historic and severe storm.

Please accept my apologies for the short notice, but I will be flying to Kauai to meet with members of both Koloa and Kapaa Jodo Mission at Kapaa Jodo Mission from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. tomorrow on Monday, March 23, 2026. Mr. Ian Kitajima, the new President of the Hawaii Council of Jodo Missions, will be joining us from Oahu.

Due to our limited schedule, we will be visiting only Kapaa Jodo Mission on this trip for a few hours. I sincerely hope to see as many members as possible.

Gassho,
Kosen Ishikawa, Bishop

03/06/2026

Good morning and Aloha.
The 28th Worldwide Zoom Nenbutsu -Chanting Namu Amida Butsu Internationally-will be held tomorrow, March 7 at 11:00 AM (Hawaii time).
This event is an online version of the Betsuji Nenbutsu service, which has been held every two months since 2021. During the gathering, participants recite “Namu Amida Bu(tsu)” continuously for one hour.
Because it is held online, anyone from anywhere in the world can participate as long as they have internet access.
The event is organized by the Jodo Shu South America (Brazil), and the livestream will begin in the evening local time there.
Please join us by scanning the QR code on the flyer.
If you have any questions about how to participate, feel free to contact me.
We look forward to chanting the Nembutsu together with all of you. 🙏
おはようございます。
明日、ハワイ時間 3月7日午前11時 より、第28回 世界同時念仏会 が開催されます。
この行事は、2021年から隔月で始まった 別時念仏のオンライン版 で、1時間にわたり「南無阿弥陀仏」とひたすらお念仏をお称えする集いです。
オンラインでの開催ですので、世界中どなたでも、インターネットにつながる環境があれば どこからでもご参加いただけます。
主催は 浄土宗南米開教区（ブラジル）で、現地時間では夕方からの配信となります。
ぜひフライヤーの QRコード からご参加ください。
また、参加方法などについてご質問がありましたら、どうぞお気軽にお問い合わせください

02/13/2026

Hosted by Busshinji Temple in Bodhgaya, India, we will have the 27th Zoom Nenbutsu on Wednesday, February 18th from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm (HST). Please join us in reciting ”Namu Amida Butsu” from anywhere in the world.
Please use the QR code in the flyer for your participation. It's absolutely for free!

第27回 #世界同時念仏会（Zoom）開催のお知らせ
2020年11月に始まった世界同時念仏会は、隔月開催を重ね今回で第27回目。今回はインド・ブッダガヤ仏心寺・清水良将上人を中心に、世界各地をオンラインで結び、1時間ともに「 #南無阿弥陀仏」をお称えします。
QRコードよりぜひご参加ください！

08/13/2023

Finally, I was able to launch the relief fund for the Lahaina Jodo Sensei Rev. Gensho Hara. Please spread the word by clicking the share button.
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First of all, let me express my sincerest sympathy and condol… Bishop Kosen Ishikawa needs your support for Maui Wildfire Relief Fund for Sensei Lahaina Jodo