Hours, Admission & Useful Information
PLEASE NOTE: We will no longer be accepting cash as of January 1, 2023. We accept credit and debit cards.
The Temple Grounds are open 8:30am - 4:30pm daily. Last entrance to Temple Grounds is 4:15pm.
The Temple Gift Shop is open 8:30am - 4:30pm daily.
HOLIDAY HOURS FOR THE GIFT SHOP:
Thanksgiving Day CLOSED Christmas Eve 9:00am - 4:00pm Chistmas Day CLOSED New Year's Eve 9:00am - 4:00pm New Year's Day 10:00am - 4:00pm
Entrance Fee - Visa, Master, Amex & Discover accepted
General admission to the Byodo-In Temple grounds is $5.00 (ages 13-64), $4.00 Seniors (age 65 & up), $2.00 Children (2-12 years).
PURCHASE GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS ONLINE
Group rates: Group admission fees are available for 10 or more people.
Download Our Group Tour Reservation Form.
Guided Tours
We are currently set up for self-guided tours with informational signage.
This is a solemn, religious area. Please be respectful and quiet while in the Valley of the Temples. Please remove your shoes before entering the Byodo-In Temple.
Mosquito repellant recommended.
Please click the photos to the right to see a larger view.
The Byodo-In Temple is a Hawaii State Landmark. When you visit the Byodo-In Temple, you are truly experiencing one of Hawaii’s best kept secrets.
This year marks the 50th anniversary of construction of the Byodo-In, and to celebrate, the U.S. Postal Service launched a new Priority Mail stamp on January 21st.
For more information on the Valley of The Temples Memorial Park in Kahaluu, O’ahu, Hawaii visit the VOT website for a virtual tour.
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Los Angeles Times: Byodo-In Temple pays tribute to first Japanese immigrants
