Japan America Society and Black Ships Festival Gala

Celebrate the 29th Annual Black Ships Festival and the Sister City relationship between Newport and Shimoda. Step onto the elegant grounds of Rosecliff on Bellevue Ave., an exquisite & historic location, over looking the Atlantic Ocean for a formal gala honoring the signing of the Treaty of Kanagawa. Enjoy a unique evening that fuses both Japanese and American culture. The Gala includes music, dancing, an Open Bar and an outstanding dinner by Russell Morin Catering with Sushi by Haruki. Begin the evening with the breaking of the Ceremonial Sake Drum filled with Gekkeikan Sake.  Black Tie /Kimonos welcomed.