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Announcements
Special Talk by Yoichi Shimizutani
"What Is Gerontology in the Era of 100-Year Lives?"
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What Is Gerontology in the Era of 100-Year Lives?
Saturday, October 24, 2026 at 4:00 PM Join us for a special talk by Yoichi Shimizutani, a Buddhist priest and graduate of the USC Master’s Program in Gerontology. Drawing on his studies and experience supporting older adults in the Japanese American community in Los Angeles, he will discuss aging, purpose in life, and the importance of community. "人生100年時代における老年学とは" アメリカの高齢者支援やコミュニティづくりについて、南カリフォルニア大学（USC）大学院で老年学を学び、現在ロサンゼルスで高齢者支援に携わる清水谷耀一師がお話しします。 高齢社会における「生きがい」や「地域とのつながり」について、一緒に考えてみませんか？ Date & Time: Saturday, October 24, 2026 at 4:00 PM Location: Koyasan Buddhist Temple 342 E. 1st St., Los Angeles, CA 90012 Fee: Free Admission Registration: Please submit a registration form. Contact: Email: [email protected] Phone: 213-624-1267 |
Koyasan Taiko Class Returns!
(Restarting Nov 2, 2026)
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The Koyasan Taiko Class is returning after nearly 10 years!
There are no age restrictions, and no prior experience is required. Beginners are more than welcome! The instructor will be Shoji Kameda of KaDon. Class Information: · Start Date: Monday, November 2, 2026 · Schedule: Every Monday for 7 sessions · Time: 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. · Location: Koyasan Beikoku Betsuin · Parking: Parking is available at the temple * All ages and experience levels are welcome The fall session will consist of seven classes, and we plan to continue offering the Taiko Class after this session. Fee for 7 Sessions: · Instructor Fee: $175 · Betsuin Members: $10 facility fee Total: $185 · Non-Members: $25 facility fee Total: $200 * We accept cash or check only. Please make your payment before the first class or on the day of the first class. Registration: Please register using the button on the left. We also plan to provide opportunities for students to perform Taiko at various services and events held at the Betsuin. Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced Taiko player, we warmly invite you to join us! We look forward to seeing you at the Koyasan Taiko Class! Contact: Email: [email protected] Phone: (213) 624-1267 |
Daihannya Tendoku Goma Service
& Dedication Dance
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Sunday, October 25, 2026 at 1:30 p.m.
Join us for a special Daihannya Tendoku Goma Service, during which the 600 volumes of the Daihannya Hannya Haramita-kyō (Great Perfection of Wisdom Sutra) will be recited through the traditional practice of tendoku. Through the recitation of the sutra, we pray for the removal of misfortune and for blessings, merit, and wisdom. More than 10 Shingon Buddhist priests from across North America will gather for this special service. We will also welcome Rev. Shunga Kiryu, Director of the International Affairs Bureau, from Koyasan, Japan, as the Officiant priest, with Rev. Yuei Goto, Deputy Director of the International Affairs Bureau, serving as the Goma priest. Following the service, a dedication dance by Ukon Takafuji, a Japanese traditional dancer based in Asakusa, Tokyo, will be presented. This is a special opportunity to experience both a traditional Shingon Buddhist service and Japanese dance in one afternoon. No advance reservation is required. We are also accepting Daihannya Sutra Book dedications. Donors’ names will be inscribed in the sutra volumes, read aloud during the service, and the sutra books will be preserved at Koyasan Buddhist Temple for generations to come. For Daihannya Sutra Book dedications, please download an application form using the button on the left. Please submit the form to: [email protected] or by mail to: Koyasan Beikoku Betsuin of Los Angeles 342 E. 1st Street Los Angeles, CA 90012 * We accept only cash or check, please make a check payment to "Koyasan Beikoku Betsuin of L.A.” |
Daikokuten Service /大黒天
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Sunday, October 18, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. Join us for a special Daikokuten Service at Koyasan Beikoku Betsuin of L.A. Daikokuten is one of Japan's Seven Lucky Gods (Shichifukujin) and is widely revered as the deity of good fortune, prosperity, and household blessings. During this special ceremony, we will offer prayers for your good fortune, prosperity, family well-being, and bountiful harvests. We warmly invite all members of our community to attend and receive these traditional blessings. Prayers For:
Special Daikokuten Ofuda (Talismans): Special Daikokuten Ofuda are available by application submitted by the deadline for Special Daikokuten Ofuda (talismans). Application Deadline: OCTOBER 14, 2026 Please submit an application form to: [email protected] or by mail to: Koyasan Beikoku Betsuin of Los Angeles 342 E. 1st Street Los Angeles, CA 90012 Donation for Ofuda: We accept cash or check. Please make a check payment to "Koyasan Beikoku Betsuin of L.A.” Contact: Email: [email protected] Tel: 213-624-1267 |
Shichi-Go-San Service/七五三ご祈祷会
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Sunday, November 15 at 1:30 p.m.
Join us for a special Shichi-Go-San Prayer Service celebrating the healthy growth and well-being of children.
Shichi-Go-San is a traditional Japanese celebration for children, traditionally observed at ages 3 and 7 for girls and ages 3 and 5 for boys. All children are welcome. The service is by reservation only. Each registered child will receive an omamori (amulet) and a Chitose Candy after the service. Registration Fee: $75 per child $50 for each additional child from the same family *Please make payment to "Koyasan Beikoku Betsuin of L.A." and register by November 10. Application Form: Click below or download an application form using the button on the left. Click here for download(English) Click here for download(Japanese/日本語版） * Please submit an application form to: [email protected] or by mail to: Koyasan Beikoku Betsuin of Los Angeles 342 E. 1st Street Los Angeles, CA 90012 Application Deadline: November 10. Private Shichi-Go-San Prayer: Private Shichi-Go-San prayer services are also available throughout November. Private prayer service is $100 per child. Please contact the Temple to schedule an appointment for a private blessing. Contact: Email: [email protected] Tel: 213-624-1267 Advance Cancellation Policy: Please notify us in advance if you need to cancel. |
September Jiho
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, July 19, 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, August 18, September 15&22, October 20&27, November 17 Each class will start at 5:00 PM. 【Japanese Calligraphy Exhibition】 Sunday, December 13 at Daishiko Hall upstairs at our temple 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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