<P> The National Cherry Blossom Festival is a spring celebration in Washington , D.C. , commemorating the March 27 , 1912 , gift of Japanese cherry trees from Mayor Yukio Ozaki of Tokyo City to the city of Washington , D.C. Mayor Ozaki donated the trees to enhance the growing friendship between the United States and Japan and also celebrate the continued close relationship between the two nations . Large and colorful helium balloons , floats , marching bands from across the country , music and showmanship are parts of the Festival 's parade and other events . </P>
<P> The National Cherry Blossom Festival is a spring celebration in Washington , D.C. , commemorating the March 27 , 1912 , gift of Japanese cherry trees from Mayor Yukio Ozaki of Tokyo City to the city of Washington , D.C. Mayor Ozaki donated the trees to enhance the growing friendship between the United States and Japan and also celebrate the continued close relationship between the two nations . Large and colorful helium balloons , floats , marching bands from across the country , music and showmanship are parts of the Festival 's parade and other events . </P>
when did japan give cherry trees to washington dc
when did japan give cherry trees to washington dc
March 27 , 1912
March 27 , 1912