NIC Japanese Language School
Obon
O-bon (the Bon Festival) ,one of the biggest traditional events in Japan,
along with New Year’s is held in mid-August.
According to Buddhist belief, ancestral spirits are believed to return
to their families during O-bon.
A lot of people visit their parents’ homes to be reunited with their families
and to pray for the souls of their ancestors. Many offices and stores
are closed to offer their workers days off causing heavy traffic jam on highways,
but bringing quietness to big cities like Tokyo.
Let’s enjoy less crowded urban life during O-bon !

NIC Instructor Sachiko Hamano

NIC Japanese Language School
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