Cherry Blossom Festival

FAIRFIELD BY MARRIOTT INVITES TRAVELERS TO DISCOVER RURAL JAPAN WITH SEVEN ANTICIPATED HOTEL OPENINGS IN 2023

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023
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HONG KONG, Jan. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fairfield by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of 30 extraordinary brands, today announced seven anticipated openings of 2023, adding to the portfolio of 22 Fairfield by Marriott hotels in Japan. The new hotels will be located along national roadside rest areas in the prefectures of Hyogo, Kagoshima, Okayama, Saga, Kumamoto, and Fukuoka in the southern region of Japan, where travelers can discover hidden cultural and historical gems. The Fairfield by Marriott 'Michi-no-Eki' project aims to facilitate access to many of Japan's off-the-beaten-path attractions, offering  a comforting hotel experience along the country's expressways.

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  • HONG KONG, Jan. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fairfield by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of 30 extraordinary brands, today announced seven anticipated openings of 2023, adding to the portfolio of 22 Fairfield by Marriott hotels in Japan.
  • The Fairfield by Marriott 'Michi-no-Eki' project aims to facilitate access to many of Japan's off-the-beaten-path attractions, offering  a comforting hotel experience along the country's expressways.
  • Fairfield by Marriott was created on the principles of warmth, comfort and simplicity.
  • Fairfield by Marriott Fukuoka Ukiha (51 rooms, expected opening summer 2023)
    Fairfield by Marriott Fukuoka Ukiha is located close to Chikugo Plain, an important farming region in Japan.

2022 Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival Comes Back in Person April 9-10 & 16, 17

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Sunday, March 27, 2022
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SAN FRANCISCO, March 26, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The 55th annual Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival (NCCBF) is coming back in person on the weekends of April 9-10 and 16-17, 2022 from 11a-6p. We are honored to be one of California's most prominent celebrations of Asian traditions and the largest Cherry Blossom Festival in the West Coast. Based in one of three remaining Japantowns in the United States, our Festival symbolizes the arrival of spring and cherry blossoms in San Francisco.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, March 26, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The 55th annual Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival (NCCBF) is coming back in person on the weekends of April 9-10 and 16-17, 2022 from 11a-6p.
  • We are honored to be one of California's most prominent celebrations of Asian traditions and the largest Cherry Blossom Festival in the West Coast.
  • Based in one of three remaining Japantowns in the United States, our Festival symbolizes the arrival of spring and cherry blossoms in San Francisco.
  • Greg Viloria, Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival, +1 (408) 316-8349, [email protected]
    Matt Nagatomi, Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival, [email protected]

Cherry Blossoms and Beyond: Washington, DC Delights Visitors throughout Spring

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Thursday, March 7, 2019
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The National Cherry Blossom Festival (March 20-April 14) celebrates 107 years of the gift of trees from Tokyo to Washington, DC.

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  • The National Cherry Blossom Festival (March 20-April 14) celebrates 107 years of the gift of trees from Tokyo to Washington, DC.
  • Destination DC (DDC), the official destination marketing organization for Washington, DC, connects travelers with itinerary inspiration on washington.org.
  • "Travel the world during Passport DC, bike by landmarks on car-free streets, dine in a restaurant with Michelin stars and catch exhibitions about powerful women."
  • In the late spring, W Washington DC reopens after a $50M top-to-bottom renovation.

Howard University Receives Cherry Blossom Tree from National Cherry Blossom Festival and All Nippon Airways

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Thursday, November 8, 2018
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 8, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Howard University is the recipient of five beautiful Cherry Blossom Trees planted recently by The National Cherry Blossom Festival and All Nippon Airways (ANA).

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  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 8, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Howard University is the recipient of five beautiful Cherry Blossom Trees planted recently by The National Cherry Blossom Festival and All Nippon Airways (ANA).
  • Students from the Howard University Early Learning Program and the Howard University Middle School of Mathematics and Science assisted by adding mulch to the bases of the trees.
  • "We are very proud to be a part of this tree planting at Howard University, sponsored by ANA," says National Cherry Blossom Festival President Diana Mayhew.
  • As you look at the cherry blossom trees, they signify the strong ties between the two countries, as well as ANA and Howard University."

National Children's Chorus Commences 10th Anniversary Season: Starlight

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Wednesday, October 24, 2018
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8 (Symphony of a Thousand), in addition to a West Coast premiere of Cellular Songs by composer Meredith Monk.

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  • 8 (Symphony of a Thousand), in addition to a West Coast premiere of Cellular Songs by composer Meredith Monk.
  • On April 13, NCC students in Washington, D.C. will join in the National Cherry Blossom Festival, performing at its acclaimed parade.
  • NASA's 60th Anniversary will partly serve as inspiration for the event, which will extol remarkable contributions of innovation and exploration throughout time.
  • To get the latest news about the National Children's Chorus, please visit:

Cherry Blossoms in Full Bloom for Annual Blessing of the Fleet Ceremony

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Friday, April 13, 2018
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WASHINGTON, April 13, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Passed down through generations of sailors, the United States Navy Memorial's Annual Blessing of the Fleet Ceremony will begin at 1:00pm on Saturday, April 14.

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  • WASHINGTON, April 13, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Passed down through generations of sailors, the United States Navy Memorial's Annual Blessing of the Fleet Ceremony will begin at 1:00pm on Saturday, April 14.
  • A popular attraction during the National Cherry Blossom Festivalthe largest springtime festival in the nationthe Blessing of the Fleet is free and open to the public immediately following the National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade.
  • The Blessing of the Fleet tradition is intended to safeguard crews and ships from the danger of the seas through a blessing given by a clergyman at the water's edge.
  • This annual blessing recharges the water, bringing the fountains back to life in time for the spring season.