Lihue Hongwanji Mission Bon Dance

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Lihue Hongwanji Mission Bon Dance

FestivalFriday, June 19, 2026· 6:00 PMFree
Lihue Hongwanji Mission, 3-3556 Kuhio Hwy., Lihue, HI, 96766-1024
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Bon dance festivals in Hawaii are traditional Buddhist celebrations to honor our ancestors. All are welcome to join dancing to Japanese and Okinawan music accompanied by Taiko drummers around a Yagura. The Food Booth and Country Store open at 6PM and the dancing begins at 7:30PM.

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