May 17th, 2026  - New location: Purdue FW University in the Walb Student Union and surrounding area. What do you think of when you hear "Japan"? Cherry blossoms, kimono-clad ladies, exotic musical instruments, chopsticks, sushi, samurai, martial arts, tea ceremony, origami, silk, anime characters, bonsai trees......  The Fort Wayne Cherry Blossom Festival has it all!