Cherry blossoms peaking for Sakura Matsuri weekend
The cherry blossoms are in peak bloom at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, perfectly timed for this weekend's Sakura Matsuri festival, which will feature Taiko drumming, samurai sword performances, ninja theater, tea ceremonies and dance parties.
Some of the performers were in the garden this mornng, offering a preview of this weekend's events, inlcuding the the samurai sword fighters:
The Spinnin Ronin Martial Arts Dance Theater created a ninja cosplay just for Sakura Matsuri. Here's a scene from "The Legend of Ninja Kotaro" performed near the cherry walk:
See the BBG's website for the full list of events. Arrive close to the 10 a.m. opening time on Saturday or Sunday to beat the crowds.
