1) Annual 'Japanese Festivals' are held the same time each year and celebrate a seasonal
or historical Japanese events.
2) 'Obon Festivals' happen during summer over several months and honor those who have
passed away. (June - August)
An important element of Japanese festivals are community involvement and
fundraising opportunity for the organizations . Show your support by attending.
Japanese Summer Obon Festivals occur between June to August.
Obon or just Bon is the most important religious holiday in Japan.
A Japanese Buddhist custom to honor the spirits of one's ancestors
and returning to one's family roots.
![2024 - 50th Annual White River Buddhist Temple Summer Bon Odori Festival (Food Booths, Beer Garden, Bon Odori, Kimono Shop..) Saturday [Video]](/calendar/events/themes/lib/eid/34669i.webp "2024 - 50th Annual White River Buddhist Temple Summer Bon Odori Festival (Food Booths, Beer Garden, Bon Odori, Kimono Shop..) Saturday [Video]")
