Sakura Centennial
2026 is the 100th Anniversary of Japan's gift of cherry trees to Philadelphia.
Cherry blossoms have deep significance in Japanese culture and are a traditional motif in art, literature and cuisine. The ephemeral blossoms only last for about two weeks before fluttering to the ground, recalling the vibrancy and impermanence of life. The cherry is a symbolic national flower in Japan and is sometimes offered to other nations as a symbol of friendship.
It was in this spirit that the Japanese Government gave 1,600 flowering trees including cherry trees to Philadelphia in 1926 in honor of the 150th anniversary of American Independence. In 1998, The Japan America Society of Greater Philadelphia continued this legacy and began a ten-year, 1,000 tree planting campaign, which was completed in 2007. The Cherry Blossom Festival of Philadelphia celebrates the goodwill between Philadelphia and Japan as embodied by the cherry trees.
About The Trees
LOST AND FOUND
If you lost items during the festival, please contact Japan America Society of Greater Philadelphia at info@japanphilly.org to arrange for their return.
PERFORMERS
Check out all of the wonderful performers that were at this year’s Festival:
VENDORS
Pretty in Pink Pet Contest
Congratulations to our winners!
Judges Favorite
Sam T. with Coton de Tulear “Ted”
Prettiest in Pink
Alissa K. with Chihuahua “Cookie”
Most Creative
Tabitha W. with Pomchi “Toaster”
LEARN MORE about the contest, and this year’s pet charities sponsored by Subaru – Voorhees Animal Orphanage and PAWS (Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society)
Beer Garden
Many thanks to Triple Bottom Brewing for bringing another fantastic limited edition brew to the Festival.
Be sure to stop by their website to learn more about their brewery and their mission to “Create moments of joy and connection that inspire and empower us all to craft a better future for our planet and for one another.”
CLICK HERE to visit their website.
SAMURAI SUSHI CONTEST
Congratulations to the Samurai Sushi Contest Winners!
1st Place: Pamela Fracassi
2nd Place: Karen Golovko
3rd Place: Cate Dougherty
Food Court
We hope you enjoyed the new, expanded food and entertainment on the Tomodachi stage.
Acknowledgements
Japan America Society of Greater Philadelphia would like to gratefully acknowledge all supporting partners and sponsors of the 2026 Subaru Cherry Blossom Festival.
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Members receive free admission to the Subaru Cherry Blossom Festival, free entry to Shofuso all year long, free or discounted tickets to JASGP programs and much more! Check out all the benefits of becoming a member and join today!
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