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Aug
12
2023
A free festival by the Shofuso Japanese Cultural Center, featuring live music, food, arts & crafts and Japanese traditional dances
Obon is a Japanese celebration of one’s ancestors. Each August, people return to their hometowns to remember the dead and reunite with loved ones. Obon is celebrated with regional dances called bon odori along with dances and other cultural celebrations.
The Philadelphia Obon Festival includes bon odori folk dances with Seabrook Minyo Dance Group, and taiko drumming performances by KyoDaiko, Hoh Daiko (Seabrook Buddhist Temple) and Casual Fifth. Attendees can also enjoy arts and ... view more »
ADMISSION INFO
LOCATION
Shofuso Japanese House and Garden
Lansdowne Dr. & Horticultural Drive, Philadelphia, PA
