



Tens of thousands gather in Japantown each July for one of the Bay Area's liveliest cultural celebrations. Expect sizzling teriyaki, cold beer, and the hypnotic swirl of Bon Odori dancing under summer lights.
Traditional Japanese festival
Bon Odori dancing
Cultural immersion
Family-friendly celebration
Tips
đ”"Food is good and price is pretty decent!"
đbring cash for food and games
đžgolden hour shots of dancers in yukata
Sunday, July 12
San Jose Obon Festival
July 12
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Tens of thousands gather in Japantown each July for one of the Bay Area's liveliest cultural celebrations. Expect sizzling teriyaki, cold beer, and the hypnotic swirl of Bon Odori dancing under summer lights.
Traditional Japanese festival
Bon Odori dancing
Cultural immersion
Family-friendly celebration
Tips
đ”"Food is good and price is pretty decent!"
đbring cash for food and games
đžgolden hour shots of dancers in yukata
Sunday, July 12
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