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73rd Annual San Jose Obon Festival

San Jose Buddhist Church Betsuin

July 14-July 15, 2007

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Held in one of the three remaining Japantowns in the United States, this free outdoor festival offers a rich cultural experience complete with dance, food, music and games. It is a summertime tradition for generations of local families.

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  Tickets: Free

• Dates & Times

  Dates:
  July 14-July 15, 2007

  Times:
  12pm

• Venue Info

  Japantown - San Jose

  640 N. 5th Street San Jose, CA 95112

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  • Event Name: 73rd Annual San Jose Obon Festival
    "great food,Taiko,people"
    Review posted by: Linda from Fremont, CA USA, Jul 09, 2008
    

    I've attended this event at least 2 times previously and it is always fun. (bring water,hat,etc.--it will be hot.)

    I've attended this event at least 2 times previously and it is always fun. (bring water,hat,etc.--it will be hot.)

  • Event Name: 73rd Annual San Jose Obon Festival
    "Biggest and Best"
    Review posted by: Charles from San Leandro, CA, Jul 06, 2007
    

    This is both the biggest and best of the Oban Festivals for the curious. There is a good ethnic and cultural mix so everyone can feel at home. Sit through one of the Buddhism 101 talks to get off your... Expand

    This is both the biggest and best of the Oban Festivals for the curious. There is a good ethnic and cultural mix so everyone can feel at home. Sit through one of the Buddhism 101 talks to get off your feet for 1/2 hour! I try to go every year. Collapse

• Nearby Hotels & Motels

  • City Center Motel - 45 E Reed St, San Jose, CA 95112
    Phone: 998-5990
    
  • San Jose Marriott - 301 South Market Street, San Jose, CA 95113
    Phone: (408) 280-1300
    

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