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 another name for the Aubon festival?

Why is the Aubon festival considered important in Japan?