A look at the White House state dinner for Japan in photos [View all]

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A look at the White House state dinner for Japan in photos
By Kathryn Watson
Updated on: April 10, 2024 / 6:46 PM EDT / CBS News

A spring-themed menu inspired by American and Japanese cuisine and decor evocative of a koi pond are all features of Wednesday night's White House state dinner honoring Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and his wife.

President Biden and first lady Jill Biden are recognizing the long alliance between the United States and Japan with the rare, time-honored tradition of a state dinner that draws from the traditions of both countries.

Singer-songwriter Paul Simon, who counts both the first lady and the prime minister as fans, will be performing. Former President Bill Clinton, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, actor Robert DeNiro, and billionaire Jeff Bezos are all on the guest list.

The theme is "celebration of spring," a symbol meant to mirror the friendship between the two countries. A garden displays blooms native to both nations, including sweet peas, peonies and hydrangeas. Glass and silk butterflies appear on the dinner tables, too.

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