Bon Odori Festival
The Japanese Friendship Garden (JFG) and Buddhist Temple of San Diego (BTSD) host the 4th annual Bon Odori Festival! For two days, you will be able enjoy a variety of merchants, engage in family friendly activities, treat yourselves to Japanese festival foods, a beer garden, a tea & dessert garden, and experience cultural performances throughout each day!
Each festival day will also highlighted with traditional Bon Odori practices.
On August 3rd, we will have Japan’s glowing lantern festival called “Toro Nagashi”. You'll be able to make your own lantern to either take home or send down the stream at JFG.
On August 4th, you will be invited to participate in the Bon Odori dance guiding by dance leaders in traditional kimono into a large dance circle. You’ll be able to wear a kimono as well.