Fire Destroys Historic Meditation Hall at Tassajara Zen Mountain Center in California
Justin Whitaker
31 March 2026
Tassajara community begins recovery and fundraising efforts
Vietnamese Buddhist Temple in California Consumed in Fire
Justin Whitaker
6 January 2026
The cause of the fire is currently unknown and officials note that rebuilding work will be extensive if the Buddhist community wishes to use the temple again
Soka Gakkai International to Open New Community Center in Sunnyvale, California
Sensei Alex Kakuyo
6 February 2025
The Buddhist Community Center near San Jose will host daily and monthly gatherings hosting up to 275 people
Japanese American Buddhist Reaches 110 Years Old
Sensei Alex Kakuyo
23 May 2024
After a difficult childhood, Yoshiko Miwa found refuge in the care of Rev. and Mrs. Issei Matsuura of the Buddhist Churches of America
Tassajara Zen Mountain Center Resident Found Dead After Solo Hike
Justin Whitaker
26 March 2024
Members and friends of the San Francisco Zen Center received tragic news this week after a beloved resident and worker at Tassajara Zen Mountain Center went missing and was later found dead.
Rev. Dr. Seigen Yamaoka, Former Bishop of BCA, has Died
Sensei Alex Kakuyo
16 January 2024
Former bishop of the Buddhist Churches of America is remembered for his contributions to Buddhist practice as well as his visionary work at the Institute of Buddhist Studies