24 hours with Sailor Moon
Tsukino Mari, aka Sailor Moon, has been performing for the Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival audience since 2005.  “[She] wanted to be part of the very first cosplay parade in the United States and to also attract more people to the beautiful Japantown.† A natural at engaging with people who love Japan, Mari loves helping […]
Meet the Artist: Mike Oshite, Sakura 360 Graphic Designer
Visitors of the 2017 and 2018 Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival may be familiar with the works of Mike Oshite, or Doggy Style Factory, who created the designs for Sakura 360. Originally from Ibaraki prefecture, Japan, Mike moved to San Francisco in 1994 with the hopes of joining the George Lucas studio. Learn about his process and […]
Meet the Artist:Â Mike Oshite, Sakura 360 Graphic Designer
Visitors of the 2017 and 2018 Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival may be familiar with the works of Mike Oshite, or Doggy Style Factory, who created the designs for Sakura 360.  Originally from Ibaraki prefecture, Japan, Mike moved to San Francisco in 1994 with the hopes of joining the George Lucas studio. Learn about his process and […]
Join us for the 52nd Festival on April 13, 14, 20, and 21, 2019!
On behalf of the Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival (NCCBF) Executive Committee, we are excited to announce the dates for our 52nd annual event! The Festival will be held on April 13th, 14th, 20th, and 21st, 2019. We will have all of your favorite programs and attractions including the NCCBF Queen Program on April 13th […]
Join us for the 52nd Festival on April 13, 14, 20, and 21, 2019!
On behalf of the Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival (NCCBF) Executive Committee, we are excited to announce the dates for our 52nd annual event! The Festival will be held on April 13th, 14th, 20th, and 21st, 2019. We will have all of your favorite programs and attractions including the NCCBF Queen Program on April 13th […]
Photography Contest – 2018 Winning Photos
Announcing the winners of the 2018 Northern California Cherry Blossom Photography Contest Winner: @jmtram Honorable Mention: @justlai87 Fan Favorite: @tetofu Photography Contest – 2018 Official Rules – NCCBF
Photography Contest – 2018 Winning Photos
Announcing the winners of the 2018 Northern California Cherry Blossom Photography Contest Winner: @jmtram Honorable Mention: @justlai87 Fan Favorite: @tetofu Photography Contest – 2018 Official Rules – NCCBF 
2018 Community Service Scholarships recipients
This marks the 31st year of the Cherry Blossom Community Service Scholarship Program for graduating seniors of Japanese descent in Northern California. Administered by the San Francisco Nikkei Lions Club, the program awards two $2,500 scholarships to deserving high school graduates going to college. Winners will participate in various Festival activities, including the Opening Ceremony […]
2018 Community Service Scholarships recipients
This marks the 31st year of the Cherry Blossom Community Service Scholarship Program for graduating seniors of Japanese descent in Northern California. Administered by the San Francisco Nikkei Lions Club, the program awards two $2,500 scholarships to deserving high school graduates going to college. Winners will participate in various Festival activities, including the Opening Ceremony […]
2017 Senior Appreciation Brunch
The Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival’s Senior Appreciation Brunch started 30 years ago to thank seniors in the local Japanese American community for their volunteer services. Each year, honorees are nominated by senior centers and receive certificates of commendation from elected officials. Following the brunch, they are recognized at the Peace Plaza Stage for their […]