Obon in Japan Date in the current year: August 14, 2024

Obon in Japan The festival of Obon (or simply Bon) is one of the Japanese Buddhist custom. This festival is celebrated for three days: from August 13 to 15. Originally the festival was observed on the 15th day of the7th lunar month, but after transition to the Gregorian calendar the date of celebration is fixed.

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Category

Folk Festivals

Country

Japan

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