The Brooklyn Botanic Garden
became Japanese for the day on Saturday, April 28, when the cherry blossoms should
have been in bloom. Even though
the trees had shed their pink finery, the day celebrated Japanese culture and
tradition in style as “Sakura Matsuri” was unfurled.
From traditional taiko
drumming and martial arts, funky pop bands, hanagasa odori, a flower hat dance
procession, Uncle Yo’s stand up comedy, bonsai and ikebana flower arranging and
doll displays, the day was stuffed with creative and colorful events. The beauty and tranquility of the
Japanese Hill-and-Pond Garden, with its koi fish, ducks and turtles, was especially
lovely.
Many visitors took advantage
of the day by dressing in traditional Japanese kimonos or as Tokyo goth gals,
Victorian maidens with parasols, furry animals and super ninja heroes making
Kodak moments momentous.
Thanks to T & A Tours of
Branford for arranging this special day that ended at the delightful shops and
boutiques and eateries at Chelsea Market for more fun, fashion and food.
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