Venice Hongwanji Obon Odori (2 Days) (Different times)NEW

Obon Festival
Obon or 'Festival of the Dead' is celebrated in Japanese-American communities all over the country in the middle of July or August. In America, obon has become a key event for both the Buddhist temples and the local community, as well as a celebration of the rich Japanese-American cultural heritage. Obon features bon odori folk dancing, live music and taiko, games, and lots of food.

Festival Obon Date
July 17 - 18

Festival Obon Times (Different ending time)
Sat: 3 - 9 pm
Sun: 1 - 9 pm

Bon Odori Times
Obon Odori dance: 6:30 both nights

Obon / Hatsubon Service
Sun, 10 am

Bon Dance Festival Ondo Practice Schedule (Check Web Site)
Obon Odori: Every Mon, Wed, Fri: strating in July

Event Title
Venice Hongwanji Obon Odori

Location
Venice Hongwanji Buddhist Temple, 12371 Braddock Drive, Culver City, CA 90230

Contact
Tel (310) 391-4351 Fax (310) 398-1491 www.vhbt.org
[email protected] Rev. John Guzei Iwohara

Web Sites - Add This Obon Link to Your Web Page
http://www.japanese-city.com/calendar/events/japanese-city-events-locations-summer-obon-odori-taiko-line-dancing-dango-drums-games-food.php