​2023 Nashville Cherry Blossom Festival
Nashville Public Square
Saturday, April 15th
9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CDT

Nashville Cherry Blossom Festival Applications and Guidelines
2023 Applications Available on January 1, 2023

​Artist Avenue
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Artwork sold in Artist Avenue should reflect the culture and tradition of Japan and should be Japanese-style arts and crafts that are handmade by the artist who will be selling them at the Festival.

Artist Avenue

​Arts & Culture

​Arts and Culture exhibitors demonstrate their traditional skills and display their works that are Japanese influenced or have a connection to Japan.
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Arts & Culture

​Ginza Marketplace
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The products that are sold in the Ginza Marketplace should reflect the culture and traditions of Japan and be Japanese or Japanese-style. Products don't need to be "Made in Japan". Cherry-blossom themed  merchandise is welcome!​

Ginza Marketplace

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​J-Funland

Products, displays and the activities should be Japanese influenced and have a modern, youthful appeal. This is the Festival area for anime exhibitors and vendors. All items and activities MUST be family-friendly.​

J-Funland

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​Performing & Martial Arts 

​The front steps of the Courthouse serve as the Main Stage. Across the Square from the Main Stage, the Union Street Stage features the Martial Arts.

Main Stage Performers and Martial Arts Groups

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​Taste of Japan

Food and non-alcoholic beverages should reflect the culture and tradition of Japan and should be traditional Japanese or East Asian/Japanese-influenced Western cuisine.

 Taste of Japan Food Trucks
Taste of Japan Tent Vendors
Taste of Japan Trailers