Obon is one of the Buddhist events held in Japan. It is believed that the spirits of family ancestors come back to this world during the obon period. In the middle of August (it depends on the area where you live) there is a few days Obon holiday. Many companies are closed during this period, and people go back to their parents’ homes and visit their ancestors’ graves.
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