Byodo-In

Today we had a chunk of time between appointments and meetings in Honolulu, so we jumped in the car and went out to Byodo-In, a replica of a Buddhist temple by the same name in Uji, Japan, located in the Valley of the Temples Memorial Park in Oahu.  It was just a quick 20-ish minute drive from Honolulu, but felt like a world away.  What a beautiful side trip, thanks to my aunt for the recommendation!

Beautiful day, beautiful temple.

Nestled in the mountains, it is almost too pretty.

Here we are!


In goes the dollar...

...and ring goes the bell!!

Flowers in bloom in March.  Hawaii is awesome.

An offering for the Oakley Family.  We'll take all the love we can get.  :)

Koi feeding frenzy!!


Manicured garden.

Many people have left their mark in the bamboo here.

One last look before we head back.  How beautiful!