Discussion Japanese Festivals & Holidays

[k-dom]

I was wondering if abroad Japanese like you Asarii also do Obon. It seems like an important day but it must be different when you are out of Japan, isn't it ?

 

[Asarii]

Apart from Hinamatsuri and Kodomo no Hi, my family doesn't do much for other festivals. However, Nikkei around the world do partake in traditions such as Obon. Just a few weeks ago my hometown's Japanese cultural centre had an Obon Festival.

Festivals and basically the entire culture of Japan are centered on community so it's more meaningful to celebrate with a large group than a small one.