Obon

13 - August 15, Wednesday – Friday

The Obon Festival (お盆), also known as Bon or Bon Odori, is a traditional Japanese Buddhist event that honors the spirits of deceased ancestors. It is typically observed in mid-July or August, depending on the region in Japan. Obon is a time for family reunions, remembrance, and respect for the deceased.
Lantern Lighting (Toro Nagashi): To guide the spirits back to the afterlife at the end of the festival, paper lanterns are often lit and set afloat on rivers or the sea in a ritual called Toro Nagashi.

Obon

Obon – days left: 219. Create Countdown to Event

Obon in other years

2021 13 - August 15, Friday – Sunday
2022 13 - August 15, Saturday – Monday
2023 13 - August 15, Sunday – Tuesday
2024 13 - August 15, Tuesday – Thursday