The Byodo-In (平等院) Temple is a non-denominational Buddhist temple located on the island of O’ahu in Hawai’i at the Valley of the Temples. A trip to the Byodo-In Temple is a sight to behold. The temple is a marvel, and the setting with the pine trees and Koolau Mountains as the backdrop. The temple is off the beaten tourist path, but considered worth the effort to see it. The temple is on the other side of the island from the Ko Olina Resort.
The Byodo-In Temple was constructed in 1968 to honor the first Japanese immigrant’s arrival to Hawaii. It is an exact scaled replica of the 900 year old Fuji Temple in Japan. The temple was built without the use of any nails; an amazing feat when you get a chance to actually see the temple.
Things to note:
* At the entrance to the Valley of the Temples, stop at the gate to tell them you are there to visit the temple and ask for directions.
* Byodo-In is a Buddhist Temple.
* The Valley of the Temples is actually a memorial (cemetery) park, so please do be sensitive to those who are visiting the area.
* Admission to walk around the grounds and visit the temple is $3 per person, $2 for seniors. If you just wanted to snap a photo from the bridge, you can do that for free.
* Allow plenty of time for your visit.
he Byodo-In Temple is visited and used by thousands of worshipers from around the world. It is open to people of all faiths. Apart from worship, the temple grounds are also used for weddings and office meetings.
The Byodo-In Temple is located off Highway 83 (47-200 Kahekili Highway) at the Valley of the Temples in the Kaneohe area of Oahu.
