The historic exhibit Colorful Realm: Japanese Bird-and-Flower Paintings by Ito Jakuchu (1716–1800) opened at the National Gallery of Art. On March 31, 2012, visitors sitting on the steps to the gallery enjoyed a free concert by Taiko Drummers. Taikoza Japanese Taiko Drums & Dance from New York City. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

The historic exhibit Colorful Realm: Japanese Bird-and-Flower Paintings by Ito Jakuchu (1716–1800) opened at the National Gallery of Art. On March 31, 2012, visitors sitting on the steps to the gallery enjoyed a free concert by Taiko Drummers. Taikoza Japanese Taiko Drums & Dance from New York City. (Photo by Jeff Malet)

2012 Japanese Stone Lantern Lighting Ceremony on Sunday, April 8, 2012 at the Tidal Basin. Kanako Mori, 2012 Embassy of Japan Princess, lights the Stone Lantern.