An annual tradition that accompanies the Cherry Blossom Festival took place Sunday along the Tidal Basin: the Japanese Stone Lantern lighting ceremony. The lantern was carved some 360 years ago.

A 17th century stone lantern was sent in 1954 and tells its own story. ... Cherry blossom trees by the Japanese Lantern are in bloom, Monday, April 2, 2018, along the tidal basin in Washington.

The National Park Service and officials from Washington and Japan will host a ceremonial lighting of the city’s Japanese Stone Lantern to mark the 100th anniversary of the gift of cherry blossom ...

The 3,921-pound Kasuga-style stone lantern isn't new to the stadium, it's been there since 1965. But now, it's been moved to a more prominent location so more fans can appreciate it.

Annual Cherry Blossom Festival celebrates Japanese stone lantern lighting. Thu, 09 Jan 2025 01:46:58 GMT (1736387218296) Story Infinite Scroll - News3 v1.0.0 (common) ...

Introduce Traditional Stone Lanterns. ... this Granite Japanese Lantern from Etsy is a wonderful option. You can also include a solar lantern or a candle for soft ambient lighting by night. 3.

The Los Angeles Dodgers announced a Japanese stone lantern that was gifted to the organization in 1965 is now going to be prominently displayed on the top deck of Dodger Stadium.