For some extra information, Obon (お盆) or just Bon (盆) is a Japanese Buddhist custom to honor the spirits of one's ancestors. This Buddhist-Confucian custom has evolved into a family reunion holiday during which people return to ancestral family places and visit and clean their ancestors' graves, and when the spirits of ancestors are supposed to revisit the household altars. It has been celebrated in Japan for more than 500 years and traditionally includes a dance, known as Bon-Odori.
How do we celebrate it in Malaysia ? Basically, large crowds will dance in a circle around the wooden stage. Usually, the Japanese expatriates and some Malaysians will dress up the Japanese traditional attire - Yukata to watch the fully enthusiastic drum performance and participate in the dance.
All kinds of Japanese delicacies are available at the stalls set up on the festival grounds. I could say that some of the food are really good though, but don't expect much due to the long queues and massive quantities they have to produce.
Sake Bloom !!!
A beautiful night without a beer is never perfect. Cheers peeps !!!
The traditional Unagi rice. This tastes really good.
Durian pancakes Scrumptious, simply delicating and rich with durian fillings.
The macho Japanese boys.
By the way, did I mention about admission is FREE??? Yes, that's right it is free, so just come by and hang around next year and enjoy this joyful Japanese cultural event. Bon Odori opens at 5pm and ends at 9pm. I am sure you would enjoy with the food, beers, atmosphere and the girls dressed up in the traditional attire.
JCKL will provide free shuttle bus services between Shah Alam KTM station and Kompleks Sukan Negara from 4pm to 11pm. Those who are interested can contact JCKL for more information or check out www.jckl.org.my
Photos taken from The Sun.
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