▶ Watch Video: Biden, Japan’s Kishida hold press conference with focus on China A spring-themed menu inspired.
A spring-themed menu inspired by American and Japanese cuisine and decor evocative of a koi pond were 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 recognized 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, performed.
Former President Bill Clinton, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, actor Robert DeNiro, and billionaire Jeff Bezos were all on the guest list.
