Northern California Koyasan Temple
Shingon Esoteric Buddhism | Sacramento, CA
The temple has resumed in-person services; services will also be broadcast via Zoom
Services & Events
View our calendar to learn more about our upcoming events and Zoom services.
Services & Events
View our calendar to learn more about our upcoming events and Zoom services.
Shingon Teachings
Shingon Teachings
Omamori
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Omamori
Shop for Omamori to support our Temple and provide protection and luck for your future.
About The Northern California Koyasan Temple
Welcome to the Northern California Koyasan Temple (Keigenji) where you can study and experience Shingon Buddhism. Shingon is a form of Japanese Esoteric Buddhism, founded in 804 A.D. by Kukai (Kobo Daishi).
Additionally, the Temple holds Gokito special services for well-being and success, Goeika, Fujinkai, meditation, fundraisers, karate, and taiko classes.
Monthly Services
Every Third Sunday of the Month
Monthly and Special services will be streamed Via Zoom
temple activities
Members enjoy access to a variety of cultural and religious activities.
Goeika Chanting
Goeika is a form of Japanese Buddhist music consisting of short poems of praise sung to the accompaniment of hand bells and small metal gongs.
Karate
Shōrin-ryū is one of the major modern Okinawan martial arts and is one of the oldest styles of karate. Develop strength, flexibility, and endurance.
Taiko
Taiko is an ancient Japanese form of percussion using large drums. Instructors Kaori Kubota-Sakauye, Gregory Wada and Dave Sakauye teach both children and adults.
Meditation
The third or fourth Saturday of every month, starting at 2:00 p.m. in the Temple’s sanctuary. See calendar for exact dates.
News & Updates
Stay up to date with temple announcements
Pancake Breakfast – Sunday, June 1, 2025
We warmly invite you to join us for the Northern California Koyasan Temple’s Pancake Breakfast at the Temple (1400 U Street). Sunday, June 1, 2025,...
Goma Fire Ritual and Service – May 25, 2025
On Sunday, May 25, 2025, at 1:30 pm, Reverend Coy will host a Goma Fire Ritual and ceremonial burning of the Soe Gomagi (wooden stick) with each...
Daishiku Service Tomorrow – May 18, 2025
On Sunday, May 18th, the Temple will be observing this month's Daishiku Service. This special gathering offers a time for reflection, connection,...
Sutra Tracing Workshops
The Buddhist practice of Shakyo (tracing the sutras) is an ancient form of meditation to calm the mind and relieve stress. Rev. Myokyo Shigemitsu...
New Learning Materials Available
New Items Available! We just got in three amazing items: An excellent comprehensive guide of Shingon Esoteric Buddhism, the Shingon Buddhist...
Contact
Please don't hesitate to call or e-mail us if you have any questions