Obon falls on Thursday, 13 August 2026.

How many weeks until Obon?

There are about 11 weeks and 1 days until Obon.

How many months until Obon?

There are about 2 months and 18 days until Obon.

How many sleeps until Obon?

There are 78 sleeps until Obon.

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About Obon

Obon is a Japanese Buddhist season for honoring ancestors and welcoming returning spirits. Family reunions, grave visits, lanterns, and Bon Odori dances are widely associated with the observance.

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There are 78 days until Obon on Thursday, 13 August 2026.