San Jose Betsuin

Buddhist Discussion on AAPI Hate
2021-04-25 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
With more of an awareness around violence against the AAPI community, we would like to invite you to join a discussion on the issue of Anti-Asian violence from a Buddhist perspective. How do we respond to hateful speech? How do we respond to violence on ourselves and loved ones? We would like to engage the wider community in a dialogue on this sensitive subject.

YouTube Live [Link]

Venture Crew E-Waste Fundraiser
2021-04-17 09:00 | CA
Location: A&J Electonics Recycling, 763 Mabury Road, Unit 30, San Jose, CA 95133
Due to County restrictions, we cannot accept donations at the San Jose Buddhist Church Betsuin at this time.
Download FLYER

Hanamatsuri
2021-04-11 10:00 - 11:00 | San Jose Buddhist Church, 640 N 5th St, San Jose, CA, 95112, United States
Please join us for our Hanamatsuri Service via YouTube on Sunday, April 11, 2021 at 10 am. Our very own Rev. Etsuko Mikame will be our guest speaker.

Buddhism & Yoga Relax Session
2021-04-10 10:00 - 10:40, 2021-04-03 10:00 - 10:40, 2021-03-27 10:00 - 10:40, 2021-03-20 10:00 - 10:40, 2021-03-13 10:00 - 10:40 | CA
Chair Yoga class is perfect for those who are starting with yoga or those who are no longer able to work from the floor.
Zoom Meeting Link
https://zoom.us/j/98590262879?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 985 9026 2879
Password: [REDACTED]
Overview
In this session, you will enjoy a gentle Yoga lesson with the essence of Buddhism for 40 minutes on Zoom. After the talk about Buddhism and yoga, Chair Yoga and Basic yoga will be offered alternatively on Saturdays at 10:00 am. Chair Yoga classes are guided by Mikame Sensei on odd numbered weeks. Basic Yoga classes are guided by Kaori on even numbered weeks. There might be a change in schedule because of service schedules.
Our first session is Chair Yoga on May 2nd at 10:00 am.
The instruction and talks in the class will be done in both Japanese and English.
All ages and all abilities are welcome at this session. Please wear comfortable clothes that are easy to move around in.
Let’s stretch your body within your comfort zone and share the cozy time for your body and mind together!
Things to have :
Chair Yoga

Chair (the one with backrest is desirable)
Towel
Water (if needed)

Basic Yoga

Yoga mat
Bath towel (in case of knee pain and as support)
Towel
Water (if needed)

このクラスは、ヨガのクラスに仏教のお話を交えながら、 心も体もやわらかくリラックス
していただけるクラスです。 毎週土曜日 10 時より、 奇数週はミカメ先生がチェアヨガ、
偶数週はカオリ先生がベーシックヨガクラスをお届けします。(今後、お寺のサービスの
予定によりクラスの予定も変更する可能性があります。)最初のクラスは5月2日(土)10
時よりはじまります。クラスは英語と 日本語でゆっくり動いていくので、 初めての方もご
年配の方も安心してお受けいただけます。動きやすい服装でご参加ください!
持ち物
チェアヨガ

できれば背もたれのあるイス、
タオル
水

ベーシックヨガ

ヨガマット
バスタオル(膝に痛みのある方)
タオル
水

Hanami at Tokuzen-ji
2021-04-03 18:00 - 20:00 | CA
Mikame Sensei invites you to Hanami (Cherry Blossom Viewing) at Tokuzen-ji

Opening Remarks and Kanpai
Sakura at Tokuzen-ji Temple & History of the Temple
Video of Sakura in San Jose
Shamisen Concert and Okinawan Music Concert

Prepare or gather your favorite Hanami foods and drinks and join the fun and music.
Watch on the Betsuin YouTube Channel at time of event.
Download Flyer | English & Japanese
Sponsored by San Jose BWA

Buddhism + Yoga Relax Session
2021-01-16 10:00 - 10:40, 2021-01-09 10:00 - 10:40, 2021-01-02 10:00 - 10:40, 2020-12-26 10:00 - 10:40, 2020-11-07 10:00 - 10:40, 2020-10-31 10:00 - 10:40, 2020-10-24 10:00 - 10:40, 2020-09-26 10:00 - 10:40 and 2 more dates | CA

Buddhism+Yoga Relax Session – Basic Yoga Class (Zoom)
2020-08-29 10:00 - 10:40, 2020-08-22 10:00 - 10:40 | CA
10-10:40
The Basic Yoga Class is an opportunity to listen the Buddha-Dharma while doing yoga exercises.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/98590262879?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 985 9026 2879
Password: [REDACTED]
Overview
In this session, you will enjoy a gentle Yoga lesson with the essence of Buddhism for 40 minutes on Zoom. After the talk about Buddhism and yoga, Chair yoga and Basic yoga will be offered alternatively every Saturdays at 10:00 am. Chair yoga classes are guided by Mikame sensei on odd numbered weeks. Basic Yoga classes are guided by Kaori on even numbered weeks. There might be a change in schedule because of service schedules.
Our first session is Basic Yoga on May 7th at 10:00 am.
The instruction and talks in the class will be done in both Japanese and English.
All ages and all abilities welcome at this session. Please join the class in clothes that are easy to move around in.
Let’s stretch your body within your comfort zone and share the cozy time for your body and mind together!
Things to have :
Chair Yoga

Chair (the one with backrest is desirable)
Towel
Water (if needed)

Basic Yoga

Yoga mat
Bath towel (in case of knee pain and as support props)
Towel
Water (if you need)

このクラスは、ヨガのクラスに仏教のお話を交えながら、 心も体もやわらかくリラックス
していただけるクラスです。 毎週土曜日 10 時より、 奇数週はミカメ先生がチェアヨガ、
偶数週はカオリ先生がベーシックヨガクラスをお届けします。(今後、お寺のサービスの
予定によりクラスの予定も変更する可能性があります。)最初のクラスは5月2日(土)10
時よりはじまります。クラスは英語と 日本語でゆっくり動いていくので、 初めての方もご
年配の方も安心してお受けいただけます。動きやすい服装でご参加ください!
持ち物
チェアヨガ

できれば背もたれのあるイス
タオル
水

ベーシックヨガ

ヨガマット
バスタオル(膝に痛みのある方)
タオル
水

Buddhism+Yoga Relax Session - Chair Yoga Class (Zoom)
2020-08-15 10:00 - 10:40, 2020-08-01 10:00 - 10:40, 2020-07-18 10:00 - 10:40 | CA

NO Yoga Class - August 8th
2020-08-08 10:00 - 10:40 | CA

Hidden Historical Stories of San Jose Japantown
2020-07-25 13:00 - 14:00 | CA
Did you know that before the Japanese, before the Filipinos, before any other Asian community in San Jose, there were five Chinatowns that existed in San Jose? The fifth Chinatown “Heinlenville,” provided the nurturing environment that gave birth to the currently thriving San Jose Japantown. As a continuing series of part of the Hidden Histories events, the Japanese American Museum of San Jose (JAMsj), will host a Facebook Live stream this on Saturday, July 25, 2020 from 1:00pm to 2:00pm at https://www.facebook.com/JAMsjOfficial

Join us for this intriguing and fascinating story with Curt Fukuda, documentarian for this project as he explores the little-known history of Japantown’s Chinese American roots. Historian Connie Young Yu and Brenda Hee Wong of the Chinese Historical Cultural Project will discuss “Heinlenville” Chinatown, the Ng Shing Gung Temple and the interconnected histories of the Chinese and Japanese in San Jose.

Buddhism+Yoga Relax Session – Basic Yoga Class (Zoom)
2020-07-25 10:00 - 10:40 | CA
The Basic Yoga Class is an opportunity to listen the Buddha-Dharma while doing yoga exercises.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/98590262879?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 985 9026 2879
Password: [REDACTED]
Overview
In this session, you will enjoy a gentle Yoga lesson with the essence of Buddhism for 40 minutes on Zoom. After the talk about Buddhism and yoga, Chair yoga and Basic yoga will be offered alternatively every Saturdays at 10:00 am. Chair yoga classes are guided by Mikame sensei on odd numbered weeks. Basic Yoga classes are guided by Kaori on even numbered weeks. There might be a change in schedule because of service schedules.
Our first session is Basic Yoga on May 7th at 10:00 am.
The instruction and talks in the class will be done in both Japanese and English.
All ages and all abilities welcome at this session. Please join the class in clothes that are easy to move around in.
Let’s stretch your body within your comfort zone and share the cozy time for your body and mind together!
Things to have :
Chair Yoga

Chair (the one with backrest is desirable)
Towel
Water (if needed)

Basic Yoga

Yoga mat
Bath towel (in case of knee pain and as support props)
Towel
Water (if you need)

このクラスは、ヨガのクラスに仏教のお話を交えながら、 心も体もやわらかくリラックス
していただけるクラスです。 毎週土曜日 10 時より、 奇数週はミカメ先生がチェアヨガ、
偶数週はカオリ先生がベーシックヨガクラスをお届けします。(今後、お寺のサービスの
予定によりクラスの予定も変更する可能性があります。)最初のクラスは5月2日(土)10
時よりはじまります。クラスは英語と 日本語でゆっくり動いていくので、 初めての方もご
年配の方も安心してお受けいただけます。動きやすい服装でご参加ください!
持ち物
チェアヨガ

できれば背もたれのあるイス
タオル
水

ベーシックヨガ

ヨガマット
バスタオル(膝に痛みのある方)
タオル
水

Obon Service
2020-07-19 10:00 - 11:00 | CA

Hatsubon Service
2020-07-18 17:00 - 18:00 | CA

Obon@Home
2020-07-11 12:00 - 21:00 | CA
A Virtual Obon

As we all adapt to what seems to be the new normal, we have transitioned to create a virtual Obon Festival for 2020!
Join us Saturday July 11th, as we bring to your home the fun, the food, and the games of Obon! Watch live cooking demonstrations, participate in children’s crafts, and watch performances from San Jose Taiko, Chidori Band, and many more.
Stay tuned for more details and information to be shared here and/or follow us on Facebook & Instagram
For latest information, go to: https://www.sjbetsuin.org/san-jose-obon/

Schedule of Events | Subject to Change

Time
Event

12:00 pm
Welcome!

12:10 pm
“Irasshai” Procession – SJ Taiko

12:30 pm
Meaning of Obon

1:00 pm
“Faces of San Jose Obon” – Tribute to Our Volunteers

1:30 pm
Collegiate Taiko

2:00 pm
“Growth of Obon – Jim McClure, Ken Kamei, Dennis Akizuki

2:30 pm
Flavors of Obon: Beef Teriyaki

3:00 pm
Collegiate Taiko

Time
Event

3:30 pm
Buddhism 101 – What is Buddhism? Q&A

4:00 pm
Nikkei for Black Lives

4:30 pm
“Natsukashii!” Obon Foods of the Past

5:00 pm
San Jose Taiko

5:45 pm
“How to put on your Yukata” – Moschel Kadokura

6:00 pm
Chidori Band

7:00 pm
Odori (Dancing)

8:30 pm
Sign Off

Hondo Live

We have “opened” a channel for you to view the inside of our Hondo (main hall). Please free to view our onaijin (inner altar), take a break or if so moved, meditate.
