What Is Shinnyo-En?
Shinnyo-en is a Buddhist denomination originally established in Japan. It is, first and foremost, a place for Buddhist training, in which all people regardless of age, gender, nationality, or religious background can cultivate their innate buddha nature, the kernel of enlightenment existing in all beings.
Her Holiness Shinso Ito
Shinnyo-en is led by Her Holiness Shinso Ito. She is one of the few women to become a Buddhist master and attain the highest priestly rank of daisojo.
Lantern Floating Hawai'i
Lantern Floaing Hawaii 2012 is scheduled to take place May 28 in Honolulu. Planning is underway for this Memorial Day tradition, already 14 years in the making.
Shinnyo Fire and Water Ceremony in Kenya: Update
On March 4, 2012, Head Priest Shinso Ito, performed a Shinnyo-en fire and water ceremony in Laikipia Kenya.
News & Events
14th Annual Lantern Floating Hawai'i 2012
Shinnyo-en Celebrates the Birth of the Buddha
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