48th BCA FBWA Conference: Kako wo Omoi, Asu wo Hiraku
To Remember As We Build for Tomorrow
October 2-4, 2026 | San Diego, CA
Join us for a weekend of meaningful connections & learning
Our 48th FBWA Conference will be hosted by the Southern District BWA in San Diego this October!
This year’s theme, Kako wo Omoi, Asu wo Hiraku, meaning “To Remember As We Build for Tomorrow”, invites us to reflect on the contributions of those before us while moving forward together in community.
The weekend will feature keynote speakers, workshops, thoughtful discussions, and opportunities to connect with others in Sangha.
"The Southern District BWA is honored to host the 48th BCA FBWA Conference. We hope the workshops, presentations and speakers will be stimulating, inspirational, informative, and enjoyable. We look forward to seeing you soon in beautiful San Diego, California."
In Gassho, JoAnn Komai 2025-2026 Southern District BWA President.
Useful Documents
Hotel & Venue
The conference will be held at the DoubleTree Hotel in Mission Valley, conveniently located near shopping, dining, and public transportation.
Address
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego – Mission Valley
7450 Hazard Center Drive
San Diego, CA
Reservations
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Hotel reservation deadline for conference rate: September 10, 2026
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Rooms may be available before and after the conference (based on availability)
Room Bookings are available online or by phone:
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By Phone: Call (800) 222-TREE with the Group Code: BCA
Parking Rates
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Overnight: $25
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Day rate: $15
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Hourly: $4
Workshops
Show and Tell Workshop: Living the Dharma through Symbols
Presenter: Rev. Ryuta Furumoto (English/Japanese).
Delving into the rich traditions of Buddhism through its symbolic objects and various types of robes. At the end of the workshop, take home your handmade onenju.
DIY Mini-Obutsudan and Creating a Sacred Space in your Home
Presenter: Rev. Ellen Crane
Explore the components of a typical onaijin and learn how the obutsudan supports daily Buddhist practice and mindfulness at home.
Preparing for a Jodo Shinshu Funeral
Presenter: Rev. Kory Quon
Planning for yourself or a loved one.
Tai Chi for Balance and Wellness
Presenter: Grand Master Jason Tsou (English/Japanese)
The workshop will introduce essential Tai Chi concepts through active participation in three core areas.
Mombo Dharma Message in English
Presenter: Rev. Yuika Hasebe
The English mombo will be conducted by the conference's Japanese language keynote speaker, so this will be an opportunity for those who did not hear her keynote speech to hear her talk in English.
Mombo Dharma Message in Japanese
Presenter: Rev. Dr. Mutsumi Wondra
Reflections and Insights on the Shin Buddhist Practice of Listening and Receiving.
Panel of Japanese Speaking Ministers: Crossing Oceans of Dharma
Presenters: Rev. Noriko Kawai (BTSD), Rev. Nobuko Miyoshi (Higashi Honganji), Rev. Yukari Torii (SFVHBT)
Moderator: Rev. Yoshiko Miyaji (GBC)
Reflecting on adapting to American Jōdo Shinshu Buddhism.
Panel of English Speaking Minister's Assistants: Finding the Nembutsu
Presenters: Rev. Dr. JP De Guzman (SFVHBT), John Digilio (LA Betsuin), Teresa Shimogawa (OCBC)
Moderator: Rev. Maribeth Smith (BTSD)
Sharing personal journeys to Jōdo Shinshu Buddhism.
Contact Us
For questions about registration or assistance, email us at bwa@orangecountybuddhist.org