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Bon Dance 2016

Bishop Eric Matsumoto joined us tonight!

The Kailua Hongwanji Bon Dance was held on Saturday, July 16, 2016. The food booth opened at 6 pm, while music and dancing began at 7. 

The Food

Our food booth featured our BBQ plates with two BBQ sticks, grilled hot dog, homemade macaroni salad and takuan, and rice. Other favorites included chili plates, chili dog, and our famous andagi.

Junior YBA Shave Ice Booth

The Junior YBA of Honolulu operated the shave ice booth, featuring multiple flavors and a condensed milk drizzle, perfect for a warm evening.

Hatsubon Service

Our Hatsubon Service was held on Sunday, July 10 at the temple. The Hatsubon commemorates the first obon since the passing of a loved one. 

Constructing the Yagura

Friends and members assembled the yagura in preparation for Kailua Hongwanji's Bon Dance on Saturday, July 16 at 7 pm.