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Hatsumode 2026 – The first temple visit of the year
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Our temple will be open from January 1 to 3, daily from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM. We warmly invite you to join us for Hatsumode, the traditional New Year’s visit.
Amulets and Goma Ofuda are also available. During these three days, we will hold Goma ceremonies and taiko drum prayers. Please refer to the schedule below for more details. We sincerely look forward to your visit. |
JANUARY 1
10:00 AM - NEW YEAR’S DAY SHU-SHO E GOMA SERVICE (MOCHI PRESENTATION) (修正会)
11:30 PM / 12:30 PM - TAIKO GOHEI BLESSING SERVICE (太鼓祈祷)
2:00 PM - NEW YEAR’S DAY GOMA SERVICE (護摩祈祷)
3:30 PM - TAIKO GOHEI BLESSING SERVICE (太鼓祈祷)
JANUARY 2
10:00 AM - GOMA SERVICE (護摩祈祷)
11:30 PM / 12:30 PM - TAIKO GOHEI BLESSING SERVICE (太鼓祈祷)
2:00 PM - GOMA SERVICE (護摩祈祷)
3:30 PM - TAIKO GOHEI BLESSING SERVICE (太鼓祈祷)
JANUARY 3
10:00 AM / 11:00 AM - TAIKO GOHEI BLESSING SERVICE (太鼓祈祷)
12:00 PM / 1:30 PM / 2:30 PM - TAIKO GOHEI BLESSING SERVICE (太鼓祈祷)
10:00 AM - NEW YEAR’S DAY SHU-SHO E GOMA SERVICE (MOCHI PRESENTATION) (修正会)
11:30 PM / 12:30 PM - TAIKO GOHEI BLESSING SERVICE (太鼓祈祷)
2:00 PM - NEW YEAR’S DAY GOMA SERVICE (護摩祈祷)
3:30 PM - TAIKO GOHEI BLESSING SERVICE (太鼓祈祷)
JANUARY 2
10:00 AM - GOMA SERVICE (護摩祈祷)
11:30 PM / 12:30 PM - TAIKO GOHEI BLESSING SERVICE (太鼓祈祷)
2:00 PM - GOMA SERVICE (護摩祈祷)
3:30 PM - TAIKO GOHEI BLESSING SERVICE (太鼓祈祷)
JANUARY 3
10:00 AM / 11:00 AM - TAIKO GOHEI BLESSING SERVICE (太鼓祈祷)
12:00 PM / 1:30 PM / 2:30 PM - TAIKO GOHEI BLESSING SERVICE (太鼓祈祷)
Omamori Order Form
Click here to download the Omamori Form.
Click here to download the New Omamori Items Flyer.
Click here to download the 2026 Omamori Guide.
Click here to download the New Omamori Items Flyer.
Click here to download the 2026 Omamori Guide.
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Soe-Goma Application
The Goma ritual in Shingon Esoteric Buddhism is one of the most sacred practices transmitted by Kobo Daishi after his studies in China. Its origins date back over five thousand years to ancient religious ceremonies in India. This ritual has been cherished through the centuries as a profound practice that removes suffering, purifies the mind, and guides practitioners toward enlightenment.
At our temple, we conduct fifteen Goma ceremonies each year, including the monthly Goma as well as special services for New Year’s, Setsubun, and Shichi-Go-San. During these services, we sincerely offer prayers for various wishes—such as good fortune, business prosperity, family safety, and traffic safety—by burning the Soe-Goma prayer sticks offered by the congregation.
We are also pleased to introduce our new Special Wooden Goma Ofuda. Instead of placing it in an envelope, you may write your wish directly on the Ofuda itself, which will then be held over the sacred Goma fire during the prayer. This Ofuda will receive prayers at every Goma ceremony throughout the year and will be returned to you the following year. Once received, it may be enshrined in your home for the following year as a protective Goma Ofuda.
To download the Soe-Goma Application, please click on either image below or click here.
At our temple, we conduct fifteen Goma ceremonies each year, including the monthly Goma as well as special services for New Year’s, Setsubun, and Shichi-Go-San. During these services, we sincerely offer prayers for various wishes—such as good fortune, business prosperity, family safety, and traffic safety—by burning the Soe-Goma prayer sticks offered by the congregation.
We are also pleased to introduce our new Special Wooden Goma Ofuda. Instead of placing it in an envelope, you may write your wish directly on the Ofuda itself, which will then be held over the sacred Goma fire during the prayer. This Ofuda will receive prayers at every Goma ceremony throughout the year and will be returned to you the following year. Once received, it may be enshrined in your home for the following year as a protective Goma Ofuda.
To download the Soe-Goma Application, please click on either image below or click here.
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2026 Temple Calendar
To download the 2026 Temple Calendar, please click on either image below or click here.
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Goeika (Buddhist Chanting) Class
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Join us at the temple to explore the world of Goeika.
Beginners are welcome! We will provide a clear explanation of the meanings and how to chant. Date & Time: Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Classes are held 1–2 times a month, mostly on Saturday mornings. Location: Koyasan Beikoku Betsuin (342 E 1st Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012) Reservations & Inquiries: [email protected] |
Yoga Class with Mr. Reid Yoshimura
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Enjoy a relaxing yoga session in the peaceful atmosphere of our temple. The class will be led by Mr. Reid Yoshimura, who has over 20 years of yoga teaching experience.
Regular Schedule: Every second Sunday of the month, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM Please note that dates may vary depending on the month. Location: Koyasan Beikoku Betsuin (342 E 1st Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012) Date & Time: December 7, 2025 at 2:00 PM Admission: • Members: $10 • Non-Members: $15 Reservations & Inquiries: [email protected] |
Calligraphy Classes
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Koyasan Beikoku Betsuin of Los Angeles is proud to announce that we are starting a Calligraphy class taught by Reverend Mori!
The class will start October 21, 2025 and will continue every third Tuesday of each month. Drop in anytime between 5pm to 8pm. Materials are available for purchase or borrow at Koyasan, if you have your own please bring them. The announcement PDF is also available here. |
2025 Membership Request
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The start of 2025 was difficult for many as we faced windstorms and wildfires here in Southern California.
The current dues of $120/member and $80 for an Additional Adult Member in the same household has been in place for a few years. However, with rising costs of utilities and general maintenance and repair of our Temple, our Board of Directors voted to increase membership dues to $150/member and $100/Additional Adult Member in the same household for the membership period of April 1, 2025, through March 31, 2026. If you are able, please submit $150 for your membership and $100 for an Additional Adult Member of your household in the envelope for your convenience. Please also return the membership form with your donation (below). Please make your check payable to "Koyasan Beikoku Betsuin of Los Angeles" and write "2025 Membership" in the Memo line. Here is a link to the PDF Membership Request. |
2025 Koyasan Membership Application
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You can download the application by clicking the picture or clicking here.
Your membership provides funding to the temple that keeps the lights on and allows us to continue to provide our members and the community services. There are special discounted pricing on certain services and classes as well as other benefits. Additional information about membership is listed below in English and Japanese. |
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General Information
Koyasan Boy Scout Troop 379 Eagle Scout Recyclables Fundraising
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Bring in your aluminum cans and plastic bottles to Koyasan for recycling! The Boy Scouts will take contributed recyclables to a recycling center to help fund their camping needs, fun activities and service projects. The Scouts of Troop 379 appreciate your support. To coordinate a drop off, please contact Regina Sakurai at (213) 624-1267 or by email at [email protected].
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Koyasan Milestone
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We're moving forward on our second 100 years of serving the community of Los Angeles. We've posted a pictorial chronology of Koyasan Beikoku Betsuin of Los Angeles as documented in our 100th Anniversary commemorative publication. Feel free to view the publication in our History Center.
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Also, in our History Center, please feel free to take a few minutes to watch the companion video entitled Koyasan 100. An in-depth video montage of Koyasan's first 100 years.
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Newsletter |
Koyasan 2026 Calendar & Schedules |
Click here or on the image (left) to view Koyasan's current newsletter entitled "Jiho".
* The Jiho Newsletter is issued on a periodic basis (not related to a specific month, quarter, etc.) |
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