Watsonville Buddhist Temple

05/19/2026

Obon season is almost here! Join us on Sunday July 19 for a joyous celebration of our loved ones and honoring of our families. Come for the great food, games and local vendors and stay for the dancing!

05/12/2026

Save the date for October 24! All are welcome to commemorate this special milestone. Stay tuned for registration details.

05/06/2026

Save the date for our summer blood drive. This small act of kindness may save a life! Join us at the temple on Saturday June 13, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, appointments highly recommended. Scan the QR code below or schedule at vitalant.org.

04/22/2026

“We find ourselves in a life of uncertainty, life is more precarious than ever before. Our health, our jobs, our economy and peace of mind are all in jeopardy. Thankfully because of Shinran Shonin, whose birthday we celebrate next month, we are able to receive the teaching of namoamidabutsu. And through this teaching of namoamidabutsu, we shall be able to live a life where we shall be totally satisfied with what we call the self.”

Read more from Rev. Shinseki’s reflections on Gotan-e.

“The Buddha’s Wisdom, is like a torch on a moonless night. But do not weep that your Wisdom Eye cannot see it. Our life is like a ship on the Great Ocean of Birth and Death. Do not worry about your evil Karma. Because Amida’s Vow is limitless, how easy my heavy karma is to bear. Because the Bu...

04/21/2026

Have you gotten your Watsonville Buddhist Temple anniversary apparel yet? From aprons to tees to hoodies, there's something for everyone, and more designs to come soon! Every purchase supports the temple! Shop here: https://www.bonfire.com/store/watsonville-buddhist-temple/

04/08/2026

We are honored to be apart of the 2026 Hanamatsuri Festival hosted by the Watsonville Buddhist Temple this Saturday (4/11) from 11 am - 2 pm. All are welcome!

Address: 423 Bridge St. Watsonville, CA

We plan to some specials not typically on our menu. So stop by to give them a try - Hope to see you there! 🤙

03/19/2026

Mark the date for our Hanamatsuri on Saturday April 11! Free admission, beautiful floral displays, demonstrations of taiko drumming, martial arts and doll making. Bento meals will be available for purchase.

03/15/2026

We are excited to announce the launch of the Watsonville Buddhist Temple's official 120th anniversary merchandise and apparel! Every purchase you make directly supports our commitment to the community and in spreading the teachings of Shin Buddhism.

We have a range of sizes, as well as aprons and tees for toddlers! We will also be adding more merchandise soon.

Please note that this launch is part of a 10 day campaign, and orders will be shipping on or after March 24. Thank you for your support!

We are the Watsonville Buddhist Temple. Celebrating 120 years of community and sharing the teachings of the dharma.

03/04/2026

Travel Japan in a way you've never seen before! Join us in the fall for our November 2026 tour, in conjunction with Salt Lake Buddhist Temple. Highlights of this year's include one of a kind and memorable experiences such as a sumo demonstration and special dinner, hot spring resort in Hakone, an okonomiyaki cooking class in Hiroshima and a visit to Nishi Hongwanji in Kyoto. For more information and registration, please visit: https://web.cvent.com/event/ae5c3116-2472-4fdd-8137-532b378b6d99/summary

02/28/2026

Don't forget! Tomorrow after service is our (friendly) Tsukemono Contest! Drop off your tsukemono entries in the gym between 9:30 to 9:50 am tomorrow, March 1. There is no entry fee! You may also enter on behalf of someone else. Haven't started yet? You can make a quick pickle recipe, too!

See you tomorrow for this oishii event!

Bring your best pickling skills to our friendly pickle-off contest!