An Imperial Week in Photos: Emperor and Empress Conclude Historic Mongolia Trip
On July 11, Their Majesties Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako attended the opening ceremony of Naadam, Mongolia’s largest…
Japan Princess Kako goes viral after photo of her asleep on economy flight emerges
Princess Kako of Japan has attracted attention online after a photo of her sleeping on an economy flight…
Racing the UK Ekiden Through 160 Years of Ties
One of Japan’s best-loved sporting disciplines is making strides overseas. Britain will host the second UK Ekiden race…
Japan’s Princess Kako addresses Brazil’s Congress, meets with Lula in presidential palace
BRASILIA, Brazil (AP) — Japan’s Princess Kako of Akishino, a niece of Emperor Naruhito, was welcomed on Wednesday…
Emperor’s family to visit Okinawa in June
Emperor Naruhito, Empress Masako and Princess Aiko will visit Okinawa for two days from June 4, the Imperial…
Japan’s Empress Masako turns 61, reflects on “memorable” U.K. visit
Japan’s Empress Masako, on the occasion of her 61st birthday Monday, reflected on a year that included a…