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February 2026 (In-Progress) Kyohei Mikawa, PhD   In Rissho Kosei-kai, we practice a form of listening called  Hōza , or reflective group listening and sharing. I find it a little similar to a support group practiced in the US. The goal of  Hōza  is to create a safe environment where speakers can express to process their emotion and thoughts honestly, without fear of being judged. Whether sharing moments of joy or speaking about painful experiences, this process allows speakers to temporarily...

Exploring Budha's Teaching of "Dependent Origination" Rev. Dr. Kyohei Mikawa Minister, Rissho Kosei-kai Buddhist Center of Los Angeles This weekend in our city of Los Angeles, multiple protests are happening. As Buddha teaches, making our society peaceful can start with creating peace in our heart. And that personal peace will grow into a larger peace.  As Buddhists let us continue our practice firmly and calmly so that we will not sway. Satsuki, thank you so much for your beautiful offering...

Kyohei Mikawa Minister, RKLA Buddhist Center January 25 was special for the RKLA sangha. Our dharma family member Savannah, together with teens Emma and Eka, took leadership for the first time in our annual mid-winter sutra recitation. Each of them did an excellent job, and the sangha was filled with joy and gratitude. We were also blessed to welcome a few persons who borrowed copies of the Threefold Lotus Sutra . After I handed them the remaining copies of the sutra, I realized that there...