11/08/2021
"Obon" Auction for August 2021 (AKEBONO)
Obon (お盆) is an annual event commemorating one's ancestors. It is believed that each year during Obon, the ancestors' spirits return to this world in order to visit their relatives.
Traditionally, lanterns are hung in front of houses to guide the ancestors' spirits, Obon dances (Bon Odori) are performed, graves are visited and food offerings are made at house altars and temples. At the end of Obon, floating lanterns are put into rivers, lakes, and seas in order to guide the spirits back into their world. The customs followed vary strongly from region to region.
Most Japanese businesses close for up to a week for the Obon Summer holidays and this includes the Japanese car auctions.
Full holidays will be on August 12, August 14, Agust 15, and August 16, 2021. You won't be able to bid for cars at that time.
Looking forward to seeing your bids next week!
Obon (お盆) is an annual event for commemorating one's ancestors. It is believed that each year during Obon, the ancestors' spirits return to this world in order to visit their relatives. Traditionally, lanterns are hung in front of houses to guide the ancestors' spirits, Obon dances (bon odori) a...