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
Taiko 30th Anniversary Tickets on Sale!
It's been 30 years since the founding of the Koyasan Spirit of Children Taiko, and we're ready to celebrate this huge milestone! We've put together...
Sunday, August 27th – Special Ofuda Blessing Service
A Special Blessing Service will be held at the Northern California Koyasan Temple on Sunday, August 27, 2023. The service will be broadcast live on...
Toronagashi Festival – Saturday, August 12, 2023
The Northern California Koyasan Temple’s annual Toronagashi Festival will be held along the Mayor Anne Rudin Peace Pond in William Land Regional...
Sunday, July 30th – Obon Memorial & Segaki Service (in Person & via Zoom)
The Northern California Koyasan Temple will be observing its annual Obon Memorial and Segaki Service on Sunday, July 30, 2023, at 1:30 pm. (The...
Special Blessing Service – Sunday, June 25th
A Special Blessing Service will be held this month on Sunday, June 25, 2023. The first service will be broadcast live via Zoom at 11:30 a.m. The...
Contact
Please don't hesitate to call or e-mail us if you have any questions