Seattle Cherry Blossom and Japanese Cultural Festival

04/13/2026

🌸 We Value Your Opinion— Share Your Festival Experience! 🌸

Your feedback matters! By taking a few minutes to share your experience, you’re helping us improve and plan for future festivals. Your input helps us create better experiences for guests and keep this beloved tradition growing year after year 💮

Friday April 10 - Sunday April 12, 2026 Seattle Center, Seattle, Washington Please take a few moments to complete this survey. Your responses and opinions will help guide future events and programming.

04/12/2026

🌸 Final Day of the Seattle Cherry Blossom and Japanese Cultural Festival! 🌸

It’s the last day to celebrate with us—come soak in the culture, performances, and festivities before it all wraps up today! 🎉

If you’re joining us, be sure to pick up your wristband at the entrance. It helps us count every guest accurately, and those numbers directly support funding for this FREE community event 💮

One small step, one big impact. Thank you for showing your support and being part of an amazing weekend!

04/11/2026

🌸 Day 2 of the Seattle Cherry Blossom and Japanese Cultural Festival! 🌸

We’re so excited to welcome you back for another beautiful day of celebration 🎉

If you’re joining us today, don’t forget to pick up your wristband at the entrance!
Wearing a wristband helps us count every guest accurately—and those numbers directly support funding for this FREE community event.

A simple step that makes a big difference 💮

Grab your wristband, enjoy the festivities, and thank you for being part of the celebration!

04/10/2026

🌸 It’s Opening Day! 🌸

Welcome to the first day of the Seattle Cherry Blossom Festival! 🎉

As you arrive, be sure to pick up your wristband—it’s a small step that makes a big impact. Wearing a wristband helps us count every guest, and those numbers directly support funding for this FREE community event.

Your participation helps keep the festival going strong year after year 💮

Grab your wristband, enjoy the festivities, and thank you for showing your support!

04/09/2026

🌸✨ Tomorrow’s the Big Day! ✨🌸

The Seattle Cherry Blossom & Japanese Cultural Festival kicks off tomorrow! 🎉 Get ready for a full weekend of culture, performances, food, and hands-on experiences at Seattle Center.

Before you arrive, check out the full schedule and plan your day so you don’t miss a thing:

👉 https://seattlecherryblossomfestival.org/plan-your-visit/schedule/
Here are 3 experiences you won’t want to miss:

🎌 Taiko Drumming Performances – Feel the energy and rhythm from incredible groups performing throughout the weekend

🥋 Martial Arts Demonstrations – From karate to aikido and kendo, see skill and tradition in action

🍵 Traditional Tea Ceremony – Slow down and experience the beauty and mindfulness of this timeless practice

Join us April 10–12, 11 AM–5 PM daily for this FREE celebration of Japanese and Japanese American culture 🌸

04/09/2026

🌸 Experience the Power of Sumo in Seattle! 🌸

Don’t miss the Rain City Open Sumo Tournament at the Seattle Cherry Blossom & Japanese Cultural Festival! Witness athletes from across the U.S. step into the ring for a full day of intense competition, tradition, and excitement 💪

📍 Seattle Center – Exhibition Hall
🗓️ Saturday, April 11
⏰ Starts at 11:00 AM (doors open ~10:30 AM)

From ceremonial beginnings to fast-paced matches, this tournament brings the spirit of Japan’s national sport right here to Seattle. Plus, enjoy taiko drumming, cultural performances, and even hands-on activities like sumo handprint art!

Best of all—spectating is FREE 🎉

Listen to a podcast feature on Seattle Now: https://omny.fm/shows/seattle-now/meet-some-of-wrestlers-reviving-sumo-in-seattle

04/08/2026

🌸 Plan Your Festival Day! 🌸

The Seattle Cherry Blossom & Japanese Cultural Festival is packed with exciting performances, demonstrations, and activities all weekend long! From taiko drumming and martial arts to cultural workshops and live music—there’s something happening all day, every day 🎎

🗓️ April 10–12
⏰ 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily
📍 Seattle Center

Check out the full schedule and start planning your visit so you don’t miss your favorite performances or activities!

👉 View the full schedule here: https://seattlecherryblossomfestival.org/plan-your-visit/schedule/

Bring your friends, explore the lineup, and make the most of your festival experience 🌸

04/07/2026

🌸 SHOW YOUR SUPPORT 🌸

When you arrive at the Seattle Cherry Blossom Festival, don’t forget to grab your wristband!

Wearing a wristband helps us count every guest accurately—and that matters more than you might think. Attendance numbers directly support funding for this FREE community event, helping us bring cultural experiences like performances, workshops, and exhibits to life each year.

It’s a simple step that makes a big difference 💮

Thank you for being part of our festival family and helping us keep this tradition thriving!

04/07/2026

🌸✨ Get creative at the Seattle Cherry Blossom Festival! ✨🌸
Have you ever wanted to try traditional Okinawan art? Don’t miss the Bingata Workshops at the Seattle Cherry Blossom & Japanese Cultural Festival! 🎨

Learn this vibrant stencil-dyeing technique from visiting artists and create your own beautiful piece to take home—like a bag or coaster! It’s a hands-on experience you won’t forget.

🗓️ April 10–12, 2026
📍 Seattle Center
🎟️ FREE festival admission

Spots for workshops are limited, so be sure to sign up!

👉 Reserve your spot here: https://seattlecherryblossomfestival.org/attractions/bingata-workshops/

Bring your friends, your creativity, and celebrate Japanese culture in full color! 🌸

Asato Bingata Studio, located in Ginowan City, Okinawa was founded in 1982 and is run by Kazuo Asato and his son, Masatoshi. Bingata is a traditional Okinawan stenciled resist dyeing technique which dates back to the Ryukyu Kingdom (1429 – 1872). Bingata typically features a busy pattern of repeat...

04/06/2026

We’re excited to feature Kenji Stoll at the festival—an artist whose work is all about connection, culture, and creativity.

Based in Tacoma, Kenji draws inspiration from his Japanese American heritage to create bold, meaningful Japanese tattoo designs rooted in tradition and storytelling. But what truly sets him apart is his commitment to community—using art as a way to bring people together through care, shared experiences, and cultural expression.

At the festival, you’ll have the chance to experience Kenji’s work up close, learn more about the stories behind his art, and connect through creativity in a meaningful way.

Come be part of something special—where art, culture, and community meet.

Follow Kenji’s work: https://www.instagram.com/kenjihamaistoll/

04/03/2026

We are proud to have Shannon & Jason be part of the 51st Anniversary celebration at Seattle Center next week!

To celebrate, they are debuting their new “scrappy” textile art pieces ♻️

Each one is created from salvaged fragments and brought together through detailed hand stitching.

At their booth, visitors can:
✨ Shop their latest work
🧵 Watch live sashiko stitching demos
💛 Experience their process up close

Here’s sneak peak 👀 you won’t want to miss this!

Check out their website: https://www.shannonandjason.com/