About Japan Day 

Since Japan Day @ Central Park first started in 2007, we have been delighted at how quickly this new tradition has captured the interest of New Yorkers with the official support of the Consulate-General of Japan in New York, the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry of New York, The Nippon Club and many corporations.

Japan Day @ Central Park 2011 took place in May with over 30,000 people participating, and in light of the devastating earthquake and tsunami in Japan, the event was designed to send the message of “GANBARE [YOU CAN DO IT] JAPAN!” to the people in Japan, as well as to raise donations to help Japan recover.

We are proud of the praise Japan Day has garnered – New Yorkers from every walk of life, Park　Commissioner Adrian Benepe, and even Mayor Michael Bloomberg has said Japan Day has become　an eagerly anticipated cultural event on the city’s calendar.Now in its 6th year, we are proud to　announce this year’s Japan Day@ Central Park is scheduled for May 13th 2012! 2012 marks the　100th anniversary of the cherry trees given by Japan to the U.S. as a symbol of enduring cross　cultural friendship, and Japan Day this year will feature special events to celebrate this proud　centennial. In addition, food tents will be back by popular demand, along with activity tents and stage　performances showcasing many exciting facets of contemporary and traditional Japanese culture.