Cherry blossoms smile
On blue skies and shining sun
Peaceful, this spring day
Washington, D.C. transforms into a sea of delicate pink each spring with the arrival of the iconic cherry blossoms. These blooms aren't just a beautiful sight, but a symbol of friendship between the United States and Japan. Gifted to the U.S. in 1912, the over 3,000 trees stand as a reminder of cultural exchange and enduring international relations. The annual National Cherry Blossom Festival celebrates not only the fleeting beauty of the blossoms, but the enduring ties between the two nations.