San Fernando Valley Obon Festival

Posted on 06/13/2016

June 25 – 26, 2016
Saturday: 4:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Sunday: 4:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Dancing begins at 7pm Saturday and 6:30pm Sunday
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In 2016, San Fernando Valley Hongwanji Buddhist Temple celebrates its 93rd Obon Festival! Attendees can participate in the tradition of Japanese Obon Odori dancing and enjoy other cultural and ethnic experiences such as taiko drum performances, Japanese calligraphy and doll exhibits, and a variety of tasty foods.
Dancers of all ages in colorful kimono and happi coats will perform traditional Japanese folk dances celebrating the Buddhist “Festival of Joy,” which started centuries ago as a religious custom to remember and express gratitude to deceased loved ones. All attendees are encouraged to join in the simple and fun dances, led by teachers and the sound of rhythmic music.
Highlighting the festival are ethnic Japanese and American foods for sale, including chicken teriyaki, udon noodles, sushi, spam musubi, refreshing shave ice, delicious baked goods, and many other delectable items.
Enjoy family carnival games and prizes, enter our raffle for a chance to win up to $1000, and cool off in our Bingo Hall with its bookstore and flea market for Japanese goods and apparel.
Get ready to eat, dance, and play the night away! We look forward to seeing everyone there.
Join our Facebook event, and be sure to share the invite with your friends!
For more information, go to http://www.sfvhbt.org/obon

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