Co-presented with The Japan Foundation, the National Cherry Blossom Festival’s signature Opening Ceremony is an artistic celebration of the 1912 gift of trees from Tokyo to Washington, DC and an annual tribute to the longstanding friendship between Japan and the United States. This unique, one-time-only performance will feature special performances from acclaimed artists with ties to both countries (10-piece band, the Minyo Crusaders; Shamisen Player, Keisho Ohno and Taiko Drum Player, Toshihiro Yuta; and Samurai Artist Kamui). Details on the artists can be found here.

Tickets for an incredible in-person experience are now available. Audiences across the globe are also invited to join in this unique cultural celebration via Livestream on the Festival’s YouTube Channel.

Health and Safety Guidelines
• All fans must provide either proof of a negative COVID-19 test result, taken within 72 hours of the event, or proof of full COVID-19 vaccination (14 days past final vaccination shot).
• Negative COVID-19 tests, taken within 72 hours of the event, are required for guests from ages three to twelve. Fans two and under do not require testing.
• Live Nation will accept all FDA-allowed COVID-19 PCR, Antigen, or Molecular Tests, that are date and time stamped, within 72 hours of the event.
• Masks are required at all times, except when actively eating and drinking.
• Bag Policy: The venue will only allow clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC tote bags no larger than 12″ x 6″ x 12″ and/or small clutch bags (4.5″x 6.5″).