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Culture & CustomsFriday 7 August 2026

お盆の時期に帰省する

Pronunciation: obong no jiki ni kisho suru

Meaning: to return to one's hometown during the Obon period

Obon (mid-August) is one of Japan's most important holidays when families reunite to honor deceased ancestors, making this phrase essential for understanding Japanese summer traditions and family values.

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