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, games, and lots of food. Our Annual Silent Auction opens on June 18th at 9:00 AM and closes at the end of our Obon Festival.  To see items up for bid or to place a bid starting on June 18th, please visit www.32auctions.com/2022VHBTObon

Our main food offering is Mamechan’s Obon Dinner, led by our acclaimed chef Chris Ono which includes a generous portion of Chicken Teriyaki, wonton, andagi, Tsukemono and rice.  Pre-orders are recommended at www.givebutter.com/mamechan.  Everyone is welcome to join.

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
July 10th, Sunday - 9:30 am - Rev. Yuji Sugahara of the Oregon Buddhist Temple as our guest speaker.

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Venice Obon Dance Practice Dates 
Practice Times: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Dates: 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 Quon, 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..