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Bon Odori

This event started out as a small affair for Japanese expatriates to immerse their children in Japanese culture in 1977. Over the past half century, it has grown into a major Japan-Malaysia friendship event attracting more than 50,000 visitors each year.

Festive lanterns, taiko drum performances, yukata-clad participants, and Bon Odori dancing create the atmosphere of a traditional Japanese summer festival. Visitors can also enjoy a wide variety of Japanese festival foods. We invite you to join us, experience the Bon Odori, admire the vibrant yukata, and enjoy the powerful sounds of taiko drums.
 

    Bon Odori 2026

Bon Odori 2026 was held on 11th (Sat) & 12th (Sun) July at Sunway City Open Car Park. It was attended with about 50,000 visitors.
We would like to express our sincere gratitude to all the volunteers, related parties, and visitors.

👉 The 50th Bon Odori Supporters & Donors

Thunderous taiko drums marked the opening!

Japanese & Local food booths

Lapid KL BRT 「Sunway Lagoon」

A grand YAGURA was built again this year

Japanese Drum Show

Join the Dance Circle!

Guest Performance

50th Anniversary Fireworks

Deep-fried Skewers

Jumbo Fried Chicken

Charcoal-grilled Beef Skewers

Japanese Curry

Candied Fruits

Matcha & Cherry Blossom

Matcha DANGO

DAIFUKU

Friendly and Energetic Staff!

Muslim Friendly Booth

YUKATA Rental Booth

Goldfish Scooping

 

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Date  11-12 July 2026 (Sat & Sun)  16:00-23:00
 Venue  Sunway City Open Car Park (Opposite Sunway Resort)
Details: Please refer to the link: Google Map  
Start your journey at "The Link" (Sunway Pyramid, GF) to venue: Facebook 
Admission Fee Free
* Kindly note that admission may be restricted due to limited capacity.
 Pre-registration  Registration is only required for individuals aged 18 to 60 years old. 

 

Performance Schedule

11th July (Sat)
Performance Schedule
4:00PM – Gates Open
6:10PM - Drum Performances
6:40PM - Bon Odori Dance Part 1
7:00PM –Guest Performance by Sunway Lagoon
7:10PM - Guest Performance by Tourism Selangor
7:20PM - Guest Performance by MBSJ
7:30PM - Bon Odori Dance Part 2
8:00PM - Fireworks Show
8:10PM - Bon Odori Dance Part 3
8:30PM - Ending Drum Performances
8:40PM - Closing Address

12th July (Sun)
Performance Schedule
4:00PM – Gates Open
6:30PM - Bon Odori Dance Part 1
6:50PM - Guest Performance by Sunway Lagoon
7:00PM - Guest Performance by Tourism Selangor
7:30PM - Bon Odori Dance Part 2
8:10PM - Bon Odori Dance Part 3
8:30PM - Closing Address

Click this Sunway page for more information.

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