Throughout the Month of June

Obon Dance & Festival

Kauai

Throughout the Month of June:
Obon Dance & Festival.  The Obon tradition was brought to Hawai`i by Japanese immigrants and evolved into a social and cultural event, as well as a religious custom designed to honor ancestors through an evening of dance, music and merry-making.  Free.  Festivities and Dance schedules and locations are listed below (subject to change):

  • Friday & Saturday, June 2 & 3:  West Kaua`i Hongwanji Mission – Hanapepe Temple, 1-3860 Kaumuali`i Hwy., Hanapape.  Service Friday 6 p.m., Dancing 7:30 p.m. both nights. For more information call (808) 338-3195
  • Friday & Saturday, June 9 & 10:  Lihue Hongwanji Buddhist Temple, Kuhio Hwy, across from Kapaia Stitchery (nearest cross street, Kuene St.), Festivities being at 5 p.m., Dancing 7:30 p.m.  For more information call (808) 245-6262 or visit www.lihuehongwanjimission.com
  • Friday & Saturday, June 16 & 17:  Waimea Shingon Mission, 9770-A Pule Rd., Waimea. Dancing 7:30 p.m.  For information call (808) 337-1854.
  • Friday & Saturday, June 23 & 24:  Kapa`a Jodo Mission, 4524 Haua`ala Rd., Kapa`a.  Service 6 p.m., Dancing 7:30 p.m.  For information call (808) 822-4319.
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