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Announcements
NEW! Mindfulness Meditation
A Four-Week Introduction to Buddhist Meditation
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Join us for a four-week introductory course in mindfulness meditation taught by Rev. Chikyō Paris.
Designed for beginners and those seeking to establish a regular meditation practice, this course introduces the Buddhist methods of Śamatha (calm abiding) and Vipassanā (insight) through guided sitting meditation, walking meditation, breath awareness, and practical mindfulness instruction. Participants will learn how to cultivate greater calmness, concentration, awareness, and compassion while developing a sustainable meditation practice for daily life. No prior experience is necessary. Course Dates: Saturdays at 9:00 a.m. ・July 11, 2026 ・July 18, 2026 ・July 25, 2026 ・August 1, 2026 Location: Daishidō (Upstairs) Koyasan Beikoku Betsuin of Los Angeles 342 E. 1st Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012 Course Fee: Member:$25 Non-Members: $50 About the Instructor: Rev. Chikyō Paris is an Assistant Minister in the Koyasan Shingon tradition and is completing his final year of graduate studies in Chaplaincy. He brings years of meditation practice and Buddhist study to his teaching. Space is limited to 20 participants. For information or registration, please contact the Temple Office at (213) 624-1267 or [email protected]. Cultivate Awareness. Find Calm. Live with Compassion. |
Obon Memorial Service / Okuribi Service
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Obon Service: Sunday, July 12 at 1:30 PM
Okuribi Service: Sunday, July 19 at 10AM Dockweiler Beach The Obon season has arrived once again! Obon is a sacred time when our ancestors are believed to temporarily return to this world. We warmly invite you to welcome your ancestors and offer prayers and memorial services with heartfelt gratitude and sincerity. As in previous years, Koyasan Buddhist Temple will also accept applications for the special memorial offering known as Kyogi (wooden memorial tablets). Following the service, we will serve complimentary somen noodles, a yearly tradition. Okuribi Service: We will hold the Okuribi (Bonfire Memorial) Service on Sunday, July 19, at 10:00 AM at Dockweiler Beach. Those who have submitted memorial wooden tablets (kyōgi) are warmly encouraged to attend. If you are unable to participate, please bring your kyōgi to the temple by the day before the service. We will respectfully offer them in the sacred fire during the ceremony and dedicate prayers on your behalf. We look forward to sharing this meaningful service with you. * Please submit an application and make an Obon Service/ Special Obon Kyogi Toba Donation via the button below by Wednesday, July 8. |
Kobo Daishi Birthday Celebration Service (Aoba Matsuri)
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Sunday, June 14 at 1:30 PM
On Sunday, June 14 at 1:30 PM, we will hold the “Aoba Matsuri” service celebrating the birth of Kobo Daishi (Kukai). During the service, a sacred thread will be extended from the five-pronged vajra (gokosho) held in the right hand of Kobo Daishi, who is enshrined in the inner sanctuary of the main hall. The thread and a protective amulet will then be given to participants. In addition, we will offer a special “Hyakumi no Gozen” (“Hundred Delicacies Offering”) consisting of a wide variety of food offerings as an expression of our gratitude and devotion to Kobo Daishi. The word “Hyakumi” means “countless” or “delicious offerings,” and this tradition has long been practiced at Koyasan as an offering to Kobo Daishi. We sincerely appreciate your donations and support in helping prepare the Hyakumi offerings. * Please make your donation here. |
Kokedama (MossBall) Making Workshop
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Saturday, July 25 at 1:00 PM
We will hold a “Kokedama (Moss Ball) Workshop” led by Mr. Takeshi Nakamura of the Torrance flower shop “Angeluck.” Moss is an essential element of traditional Japanese gardens, and cultivating it requires great care and skill. In this workshop, participants will create their own unique kokedama using carefully prepared moss. Mr. Nakamura has taught workshops at USC and Japan House and is well known for his engaging and popular instruction. We warmly invite you to join us for this special experience. Date and Time: Saturday, July 25 | 1:00 PM – approximately 3:00 PM Donation: Members: $55 Non-Members: $45 Registration: - Please submit a registration form by Saturday, July 18. - Advance payment is required. Important Notes: - Parking is available only for guests with disabilities. - Due to preparation requirements, cancellations and refunds cannot be accommodated. Deadline: Register by Saturday, July 18 |
2026 Membership Applications are Open!
Membership applications for 2026 are now open! Please consider filling out an application to become a member and support Koyasan! Members given special consideration for services like funerals and memorials. They also receive discounts on any classes offered through Koyasan.
Link to the membership application is here.
Please send your application form to our email address: [email protected]
You can now pay your membership dues online!. The link to the payment page is here.
Link to the membership application is here.
Please send your application form to our email address: [email protected]
You can now pay your membership dues online!. The link to the payment page is here.
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June Jiho
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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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: April 11: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM May 16: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM June 13: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM July 18: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Sep 19: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Oct 17: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Nov 14: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Dec 12: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Location: Koyasan Beikoku Betsuin (342 E 1st Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012) Reservations & Inquiries: [email protected] |
Yoga & Sound Bath Class
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Koyasan Buddhist Temple is offering a monthly yoga class led by Reid Yoshimura of Little Tokyo Yoga. Reid will guide you through a gentle yoga practice, followed by a soothing sound bath. We warmly invite you to join us for a relaxing and restorative hour at Koyasan Buddhist Temple.
Held on the second Sunday of every month (April 12, May 10, June 21, September 13, October 11, November 8) Time: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Location: Koyasan Buddhist Temple Monthly Yoga & Sound Bath Class Led by Reid Yoshimura (Little Tokyo Yoga) Reservations: Please reserve via the QR code or email [email protected] Reid Yoshimura Biography: Reid Yoshimura is the teacher/founder at Little Tokyo Yoga. He earned his RYT-200 from Joan Hyman at the School of Yoga. He is a certified Sound Healer and is finishing up his 50 hour Restorative training from Jillian Pransky. His style is a well-rounded, heart-centered, meditative flow. When he’s not on the mat, he loves to be outdoors with his son Yogi, a 5-year-old mini schnauzer. |
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!
Date & Time: April 21, May 19, June 16, July 21, September 15, October 20, November 17, December 15 Each class will start at 5:00 PM. Materials are available for purchase or borrow at Koyasan, if you have your own please bring them. The announcement PDF is also available here. |
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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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