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2007 Higashi Honganji Buddhist Temple Obon

2007 Higashi Honganji Buddhist Temple Obon - Tamale with Chili


Published: July 31, 2007 Modified: Feb. 11, 2025

I'm usually very picky with my tamales. But, this one tasted so good. The chili added the perfect touch. West Covina Buddhist Temple, I salute you.

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I'm usually very picky with my tamales. But, this one tasted so good. The chili added the perfect touch. West Covina Buddhist Temple, I salute you.

The 2007 Higashi Hongwanji Buddhist Temple Obon was held on Saturday, July 28 and Sunday, July 29. For more information on the temple, please visit The Higashi Honganji Buddhist Temple website.


2000s Buddhism California chili food Higashi Honganji Buddhist Temple Japanese Americans Los Angeles Obon tamales West Covina Buddhist Temple (organization)

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