Here are other sources of events and news that may be of interest to the Mōʻiliʻili Hongwanji Mission community.

Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii

Jodo Shinshu Buddhism in the Islands

Example of news items, messages, and events:

• M-W Jul 27-29 6-8p at BSC (in-person and online)
  BSC Summer Session with Rev. Dr. Aaron Proffitt
  July 27 “Entering the Mahayana Multiverse”
  July 28 “Shin Buddhism as Basic Buddhism”
  July 29 “Buddhism is Simple, Buddhist Studies is Complicated”
  For complete information and registration visit the Summer Session web page on the BSC website.
• Sun Jul 26 9-11:30a at Jikoen
  BSC Summer Session with Rev. Dr. Aaron Proffitt
  Topic: “Buddhism and Family Culture”
• June 2026 Headquarters Update now available online
• June 2026 edition of Ka Leo Kāhea newsletter now available online
• A New Journey Begins: Reflection by the New HHMH President
• Rethinking Buddhist Education at the 2026 BSC Summer Session
• View the HHMH website for full listing

Honpa Hongwanji Hawaii Betsuin

A Jodo Shinshu Buddhist temple

Example of news items and events:

• Online Class with Rev. Dr. Toshikazu Arai: Monthly, every 1st Friday from May 1, 2026 (Upcoming classes: Aug 7, Sep 4, Oct 2.) Special Buddhism Class with Rev. Toshikazu Arai. The text is The Path to the Pure Land. Deepen your understanding of Jodo Shinshu Buddhism through an engaging, accessible class. “Path to the Pure Land” – Info & registration link. You may still register for the class

• Bon Memorial Lanterns – Order through August 2, lanterns
• Minister Lay Assistant Class – Remaining classes: July 25, 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. and August 15, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Registration Link | Flyer
• Tibetan Meditation: Book study + guided, Lojong meditation with Lama Wangchuk, Thursdays 5:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. in the Annex Temple. More info.
• Betsuin Bulletin | July 19, 2026
• Sun, Jul 19, 9:30 a.m. Pet Memorial Service
  

• Yoga Returns Through August! More info
• Sat, Jul 18, 5-9:30 p.m. Jikoen Hongwanji’s Bon Dance More info
• View Hawaii Betsuin website for full listing

Buddhist Study Center

[Excerpt from https://bschawaii.org/about-us/]

The Buddhist Study Center (BSC) was established in 1972 as a part of the Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii (HHMH).

Located next to the University of Hawaii at Manoa campus, the BSC has a close working relationship with UH faculty in the Department of Religion.

The BSC also works with other educational institutions, religious groups, and community programs. The BSC serves as the Hawaii office of Ryukoku University, a major Shinshu Buddhist institution of Japan, and as the Hawaii branch office for the International Association of Shin Buddhist Studies.

Student Center. Students are welcome to use the BSC for studying, relaxing, counseling, socializing and other planned activities. The BSC assists in student networking, provides information about Hongwanji programs, and sponsors the BSC Fellowship Club for college students and young adults.

Religious Education Center. The BSC provides a broad range of religious education programs. These include BSC Summer Session, a weeklong seminar with guest scholar; the Dharma Light Program, series of classes on Buddhist topics; and outreach through its publications, get-togethers, interfaith projects and community education activities.

• Jul 26-29, Summer Session 2026 “Rethinking Buddhist Education” with Rev. Dr. Aaron Proffitt – One family dharma session at Jikoen Hongwanji, three evenings in person at the Buddhist Study Center and Online via Zoom. Register by Jul 20, 2026.
  • Rethinking Buddhist Education at the 2026 BSC Summer Session
    (Article from June 2026 Ka Leo Kāhea newsletter)

• Young Adults Retreat is September 6-7, 2026

• View full calendar

Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii

Examples of upcoming events:

• Sat, Aug 1 Gyotaku Workshop with Naoki Hayashi
• Sat, Aug 8 August 2026 JCCH Craft & Collectibles Fair
• Sat, Aug 15 Fermenting For The Future with Aya H. Kimura
• Fri, Aug 28, 4-8 p.m. Natsumatsuri – Celebrate summertime in Hawaiʻi at our local version of a Japanese summer festival!
• See full listing of upcoming events at JCCH