Check out the Obon Festival at Lahaina Hongwanji Mission on Friday, August 9th and Saturday, August 10th. During the festival, chochin (paper) lanterns will be hung to guide the spirits, and a folk dance called bon odori will be performed around the rhythms of Japanese taiko drums. Anyone can join in the dances, so get dressed in your yukata (summer kimono), and celebrate this … [Read more...] about Obon Festival at Lahaina Hongwanji Mission
Maui Obon Festivals
Obon Festival at Lahaina Hongwanji Mission
Lahaina Hongwanji Mission's annual Obon Festival will happen from Friday August 10th until Saturday, August 11th. This year, guests can look forward to the usual Japanese cultural festivities which includes Obon dancing, lanterns, honoring ceremonies, flowers, arts and crafts, keiki activities, and ono food choices. 5:30pm. Lahaina Hongwanji Mission, (551 Waine’e St., Lahaina); … [Read more...] about Obon Festival at Lahaina Hongwanji Mission
Kula Shofukuji Mission Obon Festival
If you haven’t yet been to on obon festival this season (or even if you have), head to the Kula Shofukuji Mission Obon Festival this Saturday, Aug. 27. It will feature bon-odori dancing, taiko drumming, music and delicious food like chow fun, rolled sushi, teriyaki beef plates, nishime, salads and more. Free. 7:30pm. Kula Shofukuji Mission, (53 Upper Kula Rd., Kula); … [Read more...] about Kula Shofukuji Mission Obon Festival
Lahaina Hongwanji Mission Obon Festival
The Lahaina Hongwanji Mission presents its Obon Festival this Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 7 and 8. Rooted in Buddhist practice, the festival honors ancestors with ritual food offerings, lantern lighting and traditional dance. Free. 6:30pm service. 8pm dance. Lahaina Hongwanji (551 Wainee St., Lahaina), Lahainahongwanji.com -Marina Satoafaiga (@sandtothecity) Photo courtesy … [Read more...] about Lahaina Hongwanji Mission Obon Festival
Paia Obon Dance Festival
The island-wide Obon Dance Festival continues with a stop at the Paia Mantokuji Mission this Friday, July 10 and 11. Rooted in Buddhist practice, the festival honors ancestors with ritual food offerings, lantern lighting and dance. The festival has evolved into a Japanese cultural event, complete with colorful celebration, local food, music and more. Free. 6pm service. 8pm … [Read more...] about Paia Obon Dance Festival