Taking a look at Princess Tomohito of Mikasa as she celebrates her 70th birthday
Princess Tomohito of Mikasa was born Nobuko Asō on 9 April 1955 as the daughter of Takakichi Asō and Kazuko Yoshida. She was their third…
Asian Royals
Arrest warrant in Thailand for US academic who insulted monarchy
An arrest warrant was issued for a US academic in Thailand for violation of the strict lese-majeste laws. Paul Chambers, a lecturer at Naresuan University,…
Prince Hisahito begins university
Japan’s Prince Hisahito has begun university. The Prince will begin studying at the University of Tsukuba, located just northeast of Tokyo, on 14 April in…
Taking a look at Princess Sirindhorn as she celebrates her 70th birthday
Princess Sirindhorn of Thailand was born on 2 April 1955 as the second daughter of King Bhumibol Adulyadej and Queen Sirikit. Her elder sister, Princess Ubolratana, was born…
Princess Akiko to host special Japan radio show
Princess Akiko of Mikasa will host a special show on Japanese radio. The program will be called “Princess Akiko’s All Night Nippon Premium”, but an…
Future Emperor of Japan holds first news conference
Prince Hisahito, the future Emperor of Japan, has given his first news conference, discussing his future role and marriage. In his coming-of-age news conference, the…
King of Bhutan turns 45
The King of Bhutan, Jigme Khesar, turns 45 today. King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck was born in Kathmandu, Nepal, on 21 February 1980 to King…
Royals and Instagram
With the Duchess of Sussex recently rejoining Instagram, we are taking a look at which royals have individual Instagram accounts. The Prince and Princess of…
The King and Queen of Bhutan welcome in the new year with schoolchildren
The King and Queen of Bhutan have welcomed in the new year with schoolchildren from Thimpu, who recited Lolay, the traditional verses of good wishes….
Remembering those we lost in 2024
As we reflect on the year that has passed, we remember those we lost. Thomas Kingston (22 June 1978 – 25 February 2024) Embed from…