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San Jose Betsuin Obon Festival

Community Event
In Person
San Jose Buddhist Church Betsuin
640 North 5th Street San Jose, California, United States of America

Date: July 9, 2011 – July 10, 2011

Time: 11:30 a.m. – 8 p.m.



Obon Dates
Saturday, July 9th, 11:30am - 10pm
Sunday, July 10th, 11:30am - 8pm

Festival Schedule: http://www.sjbetsuin.com/Events/Obon2011

Obon Food booths: Udon (noodles), Strawberry Shortcake, Sushi, Manju, Chicken Teriyaki, Imagawa Yaki, Gyoza, Tempura, Beef Teriyaki, Chicken Ramen Salad, Nigiri Sushi

Game Booths: Whiffle Toss, Treasure Chest, Grab Bag, Bear Toss, Hoop-la, Ping Pong Toss, Tic Tac Toe, Add 'em Up, Duck Scoop, Color Spot, Ring Toss, Nickel Toss, Milk Can, Basketball Toss, Golf (Putting), Bingo, Pull Tabs


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