Cherry trees gifted to Dalemain as symbol of Japanese friendship 07/03/2021 A gift of 30 cherry trees from Japan has been given to Dalemain Mansion as a symbol of friendship. The trees were gifted by the Sakura Cherry Tree Project, which has donated 6,500 trees as part of the Japan-UK season of culture. Dalemain has strong Japanese links. Owner Jane Hasell-McCosh founded the Marmalade Awards in both the UK and Japan and received a Foreign Ministerâs Commendation at the Embassy of Japan for her commitment to strengthening the bonds of friendship through marmalade and citrus. The award ceremony was one of the first events to launch the Japan-UK Season of Culture. It is therefore very fitting that these cherry trees should stand as a lasting reminder of that special relationship.