2022 Venice Hongwanji Buddhist Temple Annual Obon Festival (VHBT) (2 Days) Dancing, Children Games, Japanese Food..NEW

Venice Hongwanji Obon Festival Event (VHBT) - 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 festival 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. 

Plenty of food booths, games and entertainment.  This festival event is free so bring your family and freinds.  

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Venice Obon Festival Event Dates
July 16 - 17, 2022 - Saturday & Sunday

Venice Obon Festival Event Times (Different Times)
Sat : 3:00 - 9:00 pm
Sun: 3:00 - 9:00 pm

Bon Odori Dance Times
7:00 pm both days

Obon / Hatsubon Service
Sun: 10:00 am

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Venice Obon Dance Practice Dates 
Practice Times: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Dates: 06/23/2022, 06/27/2022, 06/29/2022, 07/06/2022, 07/08/2022, 07/11/2022

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Venice has 2 Japanese Festivals You Can See

1) Matsuri Summer Festival (June) Venice Japanese Community Center (VJCC)

2) Annual Obon Festival (July) Venice Hongwanji Buddhist Temple

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Celebrate the Japanese Culture food, performances and dancing.
(Please always confirm date & times, the schedule could change)

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Event Contact
Resident minister/contact person is Rev. Kory Quan, he can be reached at [email protected] or (310)391-4351.

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

Obon Festival Event Title
Venice Hongwanji Buddhist Temple Annual Obon Festival (VHBT) (2 Days, different times) - Taiko, Dancing, Children Games, Food..