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Obon Festival - Los Angeles Hompa Hongwanji Buddhist Temple

Community Event
In Person
Los Angeles Hompa Hongwanji Buddhist Temple
815 East First Street Los Angeles, California, United States of America

Date: July 8, 2017 – July 9, 2017



Join the Los Angeles Hompa Hongwanji Buddhist Temple for their obon festival, an opportunity for one to reflect upon the innumerable causes and conditions that continue to influence the lives and the benefits one has received from the countless lives of others. Enjoy a weekend of live performances of Polynesian and Japanese dance, as well as Japanese food, games, and prizes!

Saturday, 07/08/17 - 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.; Odori: 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, 07/09/17 - 2:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.; Odori: 6:00 p.m.

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