2025 West Covina Obon Festival - East San Gabriel Valley: Bon Odori Dancing, Taiko, Japanese Food, Martial Arts, Games.. (Sat) West Covina Buddhist NEW

The time for celebrating and remembering the passing of our loved ones is among us. Yes! It is Obon time. This is a time when people join together with the belief that the spirits of their loved ones return to visit with their relatives and where Obon dances are performed in their honor.

In addition to the festive dancing, we will be having a Manto-e ceremony, to honor our loved ones who have passed during the past year. This year, to liven things up, Kishin Daiko will perform their wonderful beats, and will be followed by Bon Odori.

There will be game booths for the children, various cultural displays, various vendors, and a refreshing beer booth, sponsored by Fukui Mortuary. 

Food: Chicken Teriyaki Plate, Asian Chicken Salad, Chicken Chow Mein, Chili Rice, Cold Somen, Cold Beer, Shave Ice and Specialty Hot Dogs by Bee-a Little-Better.

Obon Festival Date
June 28, 2025, Saturday

Obon Festival Time
3:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Obon Schedule - Bon Odori Dance
6:00 pm: Manto-e Service
6:30 pm: Kishin Daiko
7:00 pm: Bon Odori Dance (2 hours)

West Covina Practice Dates
Bon Odori (dance) practice will begin in June, every Tuesday and Thursday, from 7:00 to 8:30 pm.

June 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26 - 2025

All you need to bring are your kachi-kachi (castanets) and tenugui (Japanese towel) or fabric of equivalent size. The fans will be provided.  Everyone is invited to join in the fun. See you there!

Location: East San Gabriel Japanese Community Center (ESGVCC)

Obon Festival Location
East San Gabriel Valley Japanese Community Center (ESGVCC), 1203 West Puente Avenue, West Covina, CA 91790

Obon Festival Title
West Covina Buddhist Temple Obon Festival - East San Gabriel Valley - Bon Odori Dancing, Taiko, Japanese Food, Martial Arts, Games.. (Sat Only)