3D Sakura Dragon Kite

Sakurairo Ryūjin, the Cherry Blossom Dragon, was said to have journeyed across the vast Pacific from the shores of Japan, drawn by the fragrant promise of sakura far from home. He found solace in the Tidal Basin, a place mirroring the reflective ponds of Japanese gardens, where he could bask in the serene glow of the pink blossoms he so loved.

As legend has it, Ryūjin was a guardian of nature, a bringer of spring, and a symbol of renewal. Every year, as the chill of winter waned, it was Sakurairo Ryūjin's breath, warm and gentle, that encouraged the cherry trees around the basin to awaken from their slumber. In the soft whisper of the wind, one could hear the dragon's sigh, a soothing sound that mingled with the rustle of new leaves.

During the day, Ryūjin would cloak himself in the shimmering waters, his scales reflecting the sky and cherry blossoms, camouflaged from the eyes of those who walked the paths of the Tidal Basin. But at night, under the silver glow of the moon, he would take to the skies, dancing among the stars, his silhouette outlined by the moonlight.

The sakura trees around the Tidal Basin were said to have been gifts from the people of Japan, a gesture of friendship and peace. In this act, the spirit of Sakurairo Ryūjin was also carried over the ocean, intertwining his story with the trees themselves, and making the Tidal Basin his new realm.

Every spring, as the National Cherry Blossom Festival brings throngs of admirers to the water's edge, the story of Sakurairo Ryūjin reminds visitors of the enduring bond between Japan and the United States, a relationship as delicate and strong as the sakura blossoms that continue to thrive in their shared guardian's watchful presence.

Crafted from high-quality polyester, the Sakurairo Ryūjin Kite is as durable as it is beautiful, with a sturdy fiberglass frame that maintains its majestic shape as it takes to the skies. Each kite comes neatly packed in a fabric case with a colorful header, ensuring safe storage and easy transport to your next outdoor adventure.

With its vivid aqua and pink hues, this kite is a flying tribute to the legendary Cherry Blossom Dragon of the Thomas Jefferson Tidal Basin, a guardian of nature and symbol of renewal. As the soft winds of spring unfurl the dragon's wings, you too can guide Sakurairo Ryūjin across the sky with the included 300 ft. of 50 lb. test line and winder.

Whether it,s for the National Cherry Blossom Festival or a leisurely day at the park, the Sakurairo Ryūjin Kite is an extraordinary way to connect with the outdoors and partake in a storied tradition. It's not just a kite it's a storytelling experience that celebrates the bond between Japan and the United States, a relationship as enduring and delicate as the sakura blossoms themselves. Let the legend of Sakurairo Ryūjin inspire your next flight, and watch as this Cherry Blossom Dragon fills the sky with color, culture, and the spirit of spring.