O-Bon
Have you ever heard about O-Bon ?
O-Bon is a holiday to honor our ancestors.
Actually,
this is a Budhist event occurring usually from August 13 through 15.
We welcome our ancestor's departed souls back to this world during this period.
It is believed that the ancestor's departed souls return each home.
In order for the souls not to lose their way,
the lit lantern and small fire are placed at the house gate.
In addition,
the Buddhist altars are tidied up and vegetables and fruits are set out as offerings.
When O-Bon is over, the ancestor's departed souls go back to their world.
The ceremonial bonfire is made in front of the house in order to see off the souls,
and offerings are floated on rivers and the ocean.
It is the traditional style of O-Bon.
Nowadays,
we just visit the tombs of our ancestors.
Many companies and stores are closed during the O-bon holiday.
People return to their hometown,
or go on a vacation to the beach, to the mountains, or abroad.
Because of that,
railroad stations and airports are packed with travelers during this period.
We, hotel industry, are not the exception.
Thanks to the O-Bon holiday,
Sakura Hostel Asakusa is fully booked this weekend!!
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O-Bon is near at hand !!
