Emperor and empress to visit Netherlands and Belgium in June
Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako are preparing to visit the Netherlands and Belgium from mid- to late June,…
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…
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…
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…