The Betsuin is pleased to offer a wide range of classes and programs. Most classes are offered at temple facilities and a few are offered at the Hongwanji Mission School (HMS) gym just across the Pali Highway. Participating in a class can be a great way to join our extended temple community.
This page was last updated on November 9, 2022 to reflect the classes and programs that have resumed now that Covid-19 has abated. If you are interested in participating in a class, you may contact the instructor or facilitator directly. Or, if you do not have the contact information, you may call the Hawaii Betsuin office at (808) 536-7044 or email office@hawaiibetsuin.org.
Taiko (Japanese drumming)
Sundays 11 am – 1 pm in the HMS Gym with Jovie Yoshioka
Ballroom Dancing
Mondays 6:30 pm – 9 pm in the Social Hall with Claire Groom
Japanese Language & Culture
Wednesdays 9 am – 10:30 am in the Annex Temple with Rev. Ryoso Toshima
Bon Dancercise
Wednesdays 7 pm – 9 pm in the Social Hall with Albert Wong
Meditation / Quiet Sitting
Wednesdays 7 pm – 8:15 pm in the Annex Temple with Alan Goto
Watercolor Painting
Thursdays 9 am to 11 am in the Dining Room
Ikebana – Ohara Ryu (flower arrangement)
Class status to be determined.
Sahm Bo Dahn (Korean exercise)
Thursdays 12 pm – 2:00 pm in the Social Hall
Hawaii Betsuin Choir Practice
Sundays 1:15 pm – 2:45 pm in the Annex Temple with Mari Murakami
Project Dana Dance
Fridays 9 am – 11:30 am in the Social Hall with Sharyn Sekine