IBC Bon Gathering
Bon, or Obon, is a Japanese summer event during which we welcome the spirits of ancestors back home and offer prayers of appreciation to them.
It is our pleasure to invite you, your family, and friends for this bon gathering.
Date and Time
Sunday, July 6th, 2025, （Door opens at 1030am） 11 am to 2:30 pm, including Social Time/Refreshments.
Venue
Fumon Media Center (FMC) 2F#201 2-7-1, Wada, Suginami, Tokyo
Program
– Procession of Offerings
– Sutra Recitation/special prayers to the ancestral spirits of each family
– Sharing Memories: Remembering My Ancestor
– Grand Hoza (Dharma circle discussion)
– Bon Dance(in-door)/Songs
– Social Time with Refreshments
* Please write your family name for the prayer at the entrance of the Gathering or in the registration form at the Google form.
Attire
casual clothing is fine.
Registration ( Program & Schedule)
https://ibc-rk.org/schedule-calendar/
Ms. E. from Indonesia
When I came to Japan eight years ago, I could not speak Japanese well but the Japanese members warmly welcomed me. I would like to return the favor from that time. Today I brought two friends for the first time. It was nice to see them wearing happi coats and happily participating in the Bon dance.
Ms. T. from Sri Lanka
My friend invited me to participate in IBC activities for the first time. I was a little nervous at the beginning, but I enjoyed talking with many people. After the event, members took me to the Great Sacred Hall to see the Buddha’s statue. It was big and beautiful.