About the event
Obon is a Japanese Buddhist tradition honouring the spirits of ancestors, marked by family gatherings, grave visits and the Bon Odori folk dance. It is observed nationwide each summer, with dates varying by region.
Key figures
4 days, Friday to Monday13–16 August 2027
Stay for the event
Check-in 12 Aug, check-out 17 Aug 2027 — 5 nights around 13 August 2027 – 16 August 2027. Change the dates to stay longer.
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Host country
- Currency: Japanese yen
- Language: Japanese
- Driving: on the left
- Capital: Tokyo
- Phone: +81
- Emergency: 110 / 119
- Electricity: 100 V, 50/60 Hz, plugs A
Coming years
2028
The organiser had not announced the 2028 edition as of 2026-09-03.