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Announcements
"Incense Making Workshop" presented by Koyasan Fujinkai
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Please join us for a special hands-on Incense Making Workshop presented by Koyasan Fujinkai. In this unique experience, participants will learn about the history and cultural significance of incense, explore its various types and uses, and create their own natural incense by hand. Led by multidisciplinary artist Hyungi Park, this workshop blends traditional techniques with contemporary creativity, offering a meaningful and enriching experience for all participants. We warmly invite you to take part in this special offering. Date & Time: Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Location: 342 E 1st Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012 Donation: Temple Members: $80 General: $90 (non-refundable) Registration: Click the “Registration” button *Payment is required at the time of registration. Registration Deadline: Saturday, April 25, 2026 |
“The Fresh Greenery Tea Gathering” 「新緑の茶会」
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“The Fresh Greenery Tea Gathering”
「新緑の茶会」のご案内 Koyasan Beikoku Betsuin is pleased to host a “The Fresh Greenery Tea Gathering” presented in the Urasenke-ryu on Saturday, April 25. During this beautiful season of fresh greenery, we invite you to enjoy traditional Japanese sweets and matcha in the calm and serene atmosphere of the temple. Following the tea gathering, there will also be a special performance of Buddhist liturgical music (Shōmyō) by ministers. Everyone is welcome to attend. We look forward to welcoming you. Date & Time: Saturday, April 25, 2026 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Location: 342 E 1st Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012 Donation: Temple Members: $20 • General: $30 Registration: Click "Registration" Button Registration Deadline: Monday, April 20, 2026 ＊Please note that seating is limited. We encourage early registration. |
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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March 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, 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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