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Although we cannot see them, our ancestors are duly at our sides. They are watching over us, and it is because of them that our families may be happy.
We invite you to remember your loved ones and to participate in our Obon services. |
Schedule & Information
Information is subject to change. Please check back before your visit.
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Wednesday, July 5, 2023
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Saturday, July 8, 2023
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Bon Dance
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Koboji's 2023 Bon Dance will be held on Friday, July 7, and Saturday, July 8. More information will be posted at a later date, so please check back soon.
Dances will be led by Koboji Minnyo Kai, Hawaii Eisa Shinyuu Kai, and Waihiawa Ryugen Taiko. The food booth and bazaar will open each night following the Yagura Prayer Service. Your purchases at the food booths and bazaar support the temple and its groups. Mahalo for your support each year! |
Koboji Minnyo Kai Information & Practices
Learn more about the temple's group by clicking here. If you would like to inquire about group membership or practices, please contact the temple office and leave a message for the instructors. Practices and beginner classes are held weekly beginning in February 2023. |
Obon Services & Toba Requests
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If you would like to honor your ancestors by requesting prayers, a minister will carefully create a memorial tablet called toba with your loved one’s name. During the Obon service, ministers will read the toba to call their spirit to the temple so that we may offer prayers and energies with them. A donation of $3.00 per toba is requested.
Toba are carefully written by the ministers so we ask that toba requests be received by Friday, June 16, 2023. Requests will not be taken on the day of the service. |
Obon Prayer / Toba Memorial Tablet Requests
If you would like to request a toba be prepared for your ancestors, please complete a form below. Please click here for instructions to complete the form. |
Hatsu Bon
Hatsu Bon refers to a loved one’s first Obon after they pass away. Hatsu Bon families are invited to participate in these services to offer candles, incense, and food to ensure your loved one’s happiness in the next world. Each Hatsu Bon family is called up to make these offerings. Although Saturday’s service is especially for Hatsu Bon families, those families may attend either service.
Information for the Hatsu Bon services will automatically be sent to Hatsu Bon families if funeral rites were conducted by Koboji's ministers. If you would like to request a Hatsu Bon prayer for your loved one, please indicate your request on the toba request form. You may also contact the office to confirm your participation.
2023 Hatsu Bon dates are from May 30, 2022, to May 20, 2023.
Information for the Hatsu Bon services will automatically be sent to Hatsu Bon families if funeral rites were conducted by Koboji's ministers. If you would like to request a Hatsu Bon prayer for your loved one, please indicate your request on the toba request form. You may also contact the office to confirm your participation.
2023 Hatsu Bon dates are from May 30, 2022, to May 20, 2023.
Parking
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Parking for services is available in Koboji's parking lots, which can be accessed from Lo'i Kalo Lane. Lo'i Kalo Lane is immediately east (Diamond Head side) of Mexico Restaurant on School Street. Please use caution as Loi Kalo Lane is a narrow one-lane driveway.
BON DANCE PARKING AT DAMIEN On-site parking for bon dance is limited. Off-site parking for Bon Dance will be available at Damien Memorial School from 4pm to 11pm on Friday and Saturday nights. Please be courteous to our neighbors at Damien and ensure you are out of the lot by 11pm. |
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Private Obon Services
Please contact the office if you would like to request a private Obon service for your ancestors. Private services can be held in the temple hall or in front of the downstairs auxiliary altar. Services may be attended by the family or conducted by the minister alone.
During a private Obon service, the minister will invite your ancestors to join with the Buddhas and noble deities in the temple hall. After the recitation of sutras, the minister will symbolically collect your offerings and share it with your ancestors in prayer for their peace and protection.
Please contact the temple office at 808-841-7033 or koboji@hawaiiantel.net if you would like to inquire or to schedule a private obon service.
During a private Obon service, the minister will invite your ancestors to join with the Buddhas and noble deities in the temple hall. After the recitation of sutras, the minister will symbolically collect your offerings and share it with your ancestors in prayer for their peace and protection.
Please contact the temple office at 808-841-7033 or koboji@hawaiiantel.net if you would like to inquire or to schedule a private obon service.
Bon Dance Volunteers & Donations
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Please contact the temple office if you or your community group would like to volunteer.
Donations are being accepted for food booth items:
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