Black Ships Gala 2022 - The Japan-America Society of Rhode Island

Celebrate the 39th Anniversary of the Black Ships Festival. Enjoy a formal gala honoring the signing of the Treaty of Kanagawa and the accomplishments of the United States Navy.

Join the Japan-America Society of Rhode Island as we welcome Japanese Dignitaries, RI Officials, and the US Navy. Enjoy a unique evening that fuses both Japanese and American culture.

The Gala includes dancing, an Open Bar, wines by Oyster Bay Wines, and cultural cuisine with a Japanese flare. Begin the evening with the breaking of the Ceremonial Sake Drum filled with Gekkeikan Sake. Enjoy an exclusive taiko drumming presentation by Odaiko New England Taiko Drummers. Outstanding sit-down dinner prepared by McGrath's Catering. Gala is Presented by Toray Plastics (America), Inc.