Obon floating candles

During this holiday time in August, 3 days are for Obon, which is the time for familys' ancestors' spirits to return home for a brief visit. There are different types of events that go on, such as a special dance and singing that is done. Another thing is floating candles on a lake. Our neighbourhood made a good number of floats for the candles and the were put in the lake at 8pm tonight. We watched them from our balcony and so they looked like little fireflies on the lake.