This obon held the nighttime dancing activities outside of the temple grounds, on the street beside the gates. This beautifully decorated yagura, or tower, stands on the street, in the middle of the gigantic dance track. The yagura was later used to house the taiko and the drummer, who accompanied the music for the huge crowd of dancers.

The Gardena Buddhist Church Obon was held on August 4 and 5, 2007 at the Gardena Buddhist Church, located at 1517 W. 166th Street, Gardena, California, 90247. The Church was established 75 years ago, and centers its activities and events around the family.