I WONDER - What Is Obon?

The video discusses the Obon festival, a significant Buddhist event in Japan that honors ancestors. It is believed that during Obon, the spirits of ancestors return to visit their living relatives. Known also as Bon, this festival is a crucial custom in Japan, bringing families together and reconnecting them with their deceased loved ones.

What is the primary focus of the Obon festival?

• Honoring one's ancestors

• Celebrating the harvest season

• Commemorating historical events

• Welcoming the New Year

During Obon, what is believed to happen with the spirits of ancestors?

• They remain in the afterlife

• They return to visit their living relatives

• They ascend to a higher spiritual plane

• They are reborn into new lives

What is another name for the Obon festival?

• Tanabata

• Setsubun

• Hanami

• Bonn

Why is Obon considered one of the most important customs in Japan?

• It is a national holiday with fireworks

• It celebrates the cherry blossom season

• It is a time for family reunions and connecting with the deceased

• It marks the beginning of the school year

How does Obon impact families in Japan?

• It focuses on community service and volunteering

• It promotes individual reflection and solitude

• It encourages families to travel abroad

• It brings families together to honor their ancestors