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Gardena Buddhist Church Obon Festival

Community Event
In Person
Gardena Buddhist Church
1517 W. 166th St. Gardena, California, United States of America

Date: Aug. 1, 2009 – Aug. 2, 2009

Time: 3 p.m. – 10 p.m.


**Sunday Hours: 2:00PM - 9:00PM

**6:00-8:00PM Bon Odori Dancing (Both Days)

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 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.

Japanese Foods
Sushi
Udon 
Teriyaki Chicken 
Beef Teriyaki
Curry Rice
Rides 
Games 
Crafts
Corn 
Dry Goods 
Plants
Dango
Shave ice
Soda
Bingo
Martial Arts Demonstration
Kendo 


festivals food Japanese dance matsuri Obon taiko

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