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2007 Gardena Buddhist Church Obon

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Yagura

After I had explored the obon grounds inside the parking lot, I ventured out onto the street. There, I found even more excitment. There were people lined up along both sides of the street, waiting for the bon odori, or dancing, to begin. The yagura, here, was already set up, ready for the dancers.

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2007 Gardena Buddhist Church Obon - Yagura
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This obon held the nighttime dancing activities outside of the temple grounds, on the street beside the gates. This beautifully decorated yagura, or tower, stands on the street, in the … More »


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