Obon (お盆; [o.boꜜɴ] [1]) or just Bon (盆; [boꜜɴ] [2][a]) is a fusion of the ancient Japanese belief in ancestral spirits and a Japanese Buddhist custom to honor the spirits of one's ancestors.

Aug 7, 2025 · Obon is a ceremony to honor and commemorate the spirits of ancestors and deceased loved ones. It is typically observed from August 13th to 16th. During the Obon period, it is believed …

Obon is one of Japan's most important festivals and is celebrated over 3 days in mid-August or July depending on the region. During this time, Japanese people pay respect to their ancestors and loved …

Obon (お盆) is an annual Buddhist event for commemorating one's ancestors, whose spirits are believed to temporarily return to this world in order to visit their relatives during Obon.

Dec 6, 2025 · Obon is a Japanese Buddhist holiday that honors the spirits of ancestors. It’s celebrated in August and involves traditional dances, food offerings, and family reunions.

Aug 9, 2025 · It's Obon—the Japanese summer festival of welcoming back ancestors' spirits and returning to one's family roots. Equally important as celebrating the New Year’s holidays in Japan is …

Aug 6, 2025 · Obon is a traditional Japanese holiday dedicated to family and loved ones who have passed. It is like a mix between Halloween and Mexico’s Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead).

Aug 5, 2025 · Explore the traditions of Obon in Japan, an ancestral festival honoring spirits. Learn its customs, rituals, and cultural significance.

May 31, 2022 · Obon is a Buddhist festival celebrated in Japan each summer to commemorate ancestors and deceased relatives. In the Buddhist religion, it is believed that during Obon, the spirits …

Nov 9, 2024 · Obon, also known as the Festival of the Dead, is one of Japan’s most important religious and cultural events. Originating from Buddhist customs, the festival honors the spirits of deceased …