Welcome to
Hawaii Todaiji Bekkaku Honzan
About Us
Located in the heart of Nu'uanu, Todaiji Hawaii, now known as Todaiji Hawaii Bekkaku Honzan was founded in 1953 by Bishop Tatsusho Hirai.The temple was originally an affiliate branch of the main Todaiji Temple located in Nara, Japan, but became its own temple and is considered the main branch in the United States. Todaiji Hawaii Bekkaku Honzan services long-time members, and welcomes new members to join.
About Bishop Cosmo Hirai
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Bishop Cosmo Hirai is a third generation Bishop of Todaiji Hawaii Bekkaku Honzan. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Hawaii at Manoa in Psychology, with a minor in Japanese. Currently serves as Chairman of the Honolulu Junior Chamber International, and VP of International Relationship of JCI Hawaii.
Donations
Making a Difference
Any donation is appreciated and will help us towards our goal of spreading peace and happiness for humanity.
Your donation will also help with the restoration of Todaiji Temple
