On April 27, Honolulu District temples (Hawaii Betsuin, Jikoen, Kailua, and Moiliili Hongwanji) celebrated the 125th anniversary of the Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii.

The service was held at Hawaii Betsuin and included an anniversary message from Bishop Eric Matsumoto and remarks by Governor Neil Abercrombie. The service also included a message from Mayor Kirk Caldwell read by his representative Georgette Deemer, remarks by youth leaders, and singing by the combined Hongwanji Choir and Brandi Yamamoto.

After the service, members enjoyed refreshments, entertainment, and fellowship in the social hall. Be sure to see photos by Ruth Tokumi.

More photos: See also the Governor’s photos of the event on his Flickr site.