Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii

Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii is the umbrella organization for Jodo Shinshu Buddhism in the islands. We provide a two-way connection between the head temple in Kyoto, Japan (the Nishi Hongwanji) and temples and organizations in Hawaii. The Hawaii mission is one of four large Honpa Hongwanji missions around the world. The others cover the mainla... nd U.S. (Buddhist Chuches of America), South America, and Canada. There also are temples in Europe, Australia, Mexico, Taiwan, and Kenya. With roots that extend back to 1889, Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii soon became a spiritual and cultural center of Japanese immigrant life, growing into one of Hawaiis most influential religious communities. Today we offer Jodo Shinshu Buddhist spiritual growth, learning, and service to the community through temples, schools, volunteers, and charitable organizations across the state of Hawaii. A staff of six and a board made up of temple leaders from across the islands support the Bishop and guide the Mission. The Bishop and four staff comprise the Office of the Bishop, with offices on a temple campus shared with the Hawaii Betsuin temple and Pacific Buddhist Academy. Two staff direct and support the Office of Buddhist Education and Buddhist Study Center near the University of Hawaii Manoa campus.Read More