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July 2015

Obon Dance & Festival

July 10, 2015 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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Pa`ia Mantokuji Mission, 253 Hana Hwy
Paia, HI United States
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Throughout the Month of July: 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. Festivities and Dance schedules and locations are listed below: Friday, July 3:   Lahaina Jodo Mission, 12 Ala Moana St., Lahaina. Lantern ceremony 6:30 p.m. followed by dancing at 8 p.m. For information call (808) 661-4304…

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