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New Years Oshogatsu Festivals in the United States
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2025 Vista Buddhist Temple Summer Obon Festival Event (Taiko, Bon Odori Dancing, Japanese Food, Silent Auction, Marketplace..) 2 Days
2025: 94th San Francisco Bon Odori on Octavia Street (Started 1932, One of the Largest & Oldest Obon Festivals in US) San Francisco Buddhist Church
2025 Bon Odori Dance Practice - Oxnard Buddhist Temple (Tue & Thu)
2025 Bon Odori Dance Practice - Gardena Buddhist Church (Tu/Th)
2025 Lantern Festival in the Spirit of Obon: “Celebrating Life, Memory, and Tradition” Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens [Video]
2025 JASCO's JapanFestOH! (Previously Called: JASCO Annual Summer Japan Fest): Bon Dancing, Live Taiko, Japanese Food, Riverside Crossing Park, Dublin
2025 Annual Sacramento Obon Odori Festival Event (Bon Odori Dancing, Japanese Food..) Sacramento Buddhist Church (Saturday)
2025: 79th Annual Japanese Food & Cultural Bazaar Event (Japanese Food) Buddhist Church of Sacramento
2025 Oxnard Summer Obon Odori Festival - Oxnard Buddhist Temple
2025 Annual Oakland Obon Festival (Food Bazaar, Ikebana, Tea Ceremony, Koto Performance, Bon Odori, etc.) BCO Buddhist Church of Oakland
2025 Higashi Hongwanji Obon Festival: Bon Odori, Taiko, Japanese Food Booths, Live Music (2 Days)
2024 West Los Angeles Bon Odori Dance Practice at West Los Angeles Buddhist Temple (WLA)
2025: 50th Annual White River Buddhist Temple Summer Bon Odori Festival (Food Booths, Beer Garden, Bon Odori, Kimono Shop..) Saturday [Video]

2025 Christmas Day Tips - Last Minute Ideas (Top Presents and Gifts for Your Love Ones)NEW

Date: Monday, 1 December, 2025       Time: All Day

Best Christmas Gift Ideas for Parents and Children.
You are running out of time to get Christmas presents and don’t know what to get.  If you are panicking and thinking of defaulting to gift cards, you can still make the holiday special with a few creative ideas. Here are unique last-minute options that will make your loved ones smile on Christmas morning.

No matter who is on your holiday shopping list this year, it’s important to remember that Christmas is all about showing people how much they mean to you with thoughtful presents. With these ideas in mind, you’ll be sure to find something special for everyone on your list! Have fun during your holiday shopping and make sure to take the time to enjoy the season.  Happy Holidays!

The Night Before Christmas
* Chocolate cookies and plate for Santa (bite is taken of course)

The Morning of Christmas You Prepare
* Get Coffee ready
* Get Breakfast planned
* Hot chocolate

Ideas for Parents
Parents often appreciate practical presents that will help reduce their workload and make life easier for them. Consider gifting kitchen appliances such as a slow cooker to help with meal prep or even luxury items like noise canceling headphones for when they need a break from the chaos of the household. If you’re looking for something to help encourage relaxation, think about giving them spa services or a massage. For gifts that will last longer, think about gifting items that can be used outdoors such as planters or patio furniture. No matter what you choose, your parents will appreciate anything that shows how much thought and effort you put into finding the perfect Christmas gift.

* Gas up their car
* Wash and wax their car
* Clean inside the car (Place a note inside the car)
* Free Hug card
* Picnic at the park
* Lottery Tickets

Ideas for Grandparents
* Send them steaks in the mail, Hawaiian cookies, Sees candy, Pears

Ideas for Wife
* Bath bombs
* Massage, Spa day
* Chocolate Candy
* Kitchen gadget: Air fryer
* Clothes
* Pajamas, warm socks, warm gloves, warm hat
* Headphones
* Customize Coffee Cups
* Electric toothbrush
* Watch (Counting walking steps)
* New Warm blankets
* Purse, wallet
* Game
* Jigsaw puzzle
* Movie night tickets
* Engrave something personal
* Candle
* Comfortable pillow
* Comfortable cushion for chair, new chair
* Weighted blanket
* New Alarm clock with soothing wave sounds
* Fresh bag of Coffee 
* Healthy tea bags 
* Water bottle (Drink more water)
* Phone charging station, phone charger stand
* Phone charger
* Apple airtags, homepod, apple watch
* Concert Tickets
* Sports tickets

Ideas for Husband
* Pancake or Waffle Breakfast
* Hug and kisses card
* Comfortable pillow
* Phone charging stands 
* Vacation - let him pick 

You can look threw the women's list for ideas, but men are fussier about what they want.  They love practical ideas, so make sure you can return expensive items.  Small items in costs are ok.  Remember this is just for ideas and every person is unique and different. 

Ideas for Teens
For the kids, some of the best gifts to give are clothing items such as a comfortable winter coat or a warm blanket. For active children, consider gifting them new sports equipment, outdoor toys or an activity set like an art kit or science experiment supplies. For more creative ideas, think about giving educational toys like Legos, board games and puzzles. If your budget allows for it, some electronics such as tablets or video game systems can also make great gifts for kids this Christmas.

* Headphones
* Clothes
* Cash 
* Special Hug card
* Warm clothes, hat, jacket, gloves
* Games
* Card games
* Phone
* Skateboard, roller skates (Helmet also)
* Bike
* Bluetooth Beanie Hat (Headphones built-in)
* Cooking class
* Journal
* iPad, laptop - for school :)
* Sift card to bowling, movie theatre
* Engrave something personal
* Computer chair
* printer
* Snowboard lessons
* Water bottle (Drink more water)
* Nintendo Switch
* New Shoes
* Phone charging station, phone charger stand
* Phone charger
* Apple airtags, homepod, apple watch

More ideas needed?
Check the Amazon gift guide for more ideas: Men, Women, Kids

Some Expensive Ideas
* Gifts that Cost Money
* Disneyland
* Take a Weekend Trip
* Las Vegas
* Cruise
* Mini trip
* Train to a vacation stay

Always Do This Before it's Too Late
* Write a note from the heart on how much you love them
* Take photos together

You Are Also Allowed to Give (But add a personal note)
* Amazon Gift Cards
* Any Gift cards
* Cash
* Lottery tickets are always fun 

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Monday, 1 December, 2025



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