The Meiji Tiara
The Meiji tiara is part of the Japanese Imperial collection and is reserved for the Empress. The tiara was first worn by Empress Shōken, the…
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December Babies: The Empress of Japan turns 61
Empress Masako of Japan, born Masako Owada, was born in Tokyo on this day in 1963. She married Crown Prince Naruhito in 1993 and has…
Emperor Naruhito pays respects to great-aunt as her body is returned home
Emperor Naruhito of Japan has paid his respects to his great-aunt shortly after her body was returned home. Yuriko, Princess Mikasa died earlier today in…
Explained: Why Empress Masako wore a mask at the beginning of the state visit
Empress Masako was spotted wearing a white mask while riding in a carriage with Queen Camilla at the beginning of the Japanese state visit to…
Japanese state visit to the UK kicks off
The state visit of Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako to the United Kingdom kicked off earlier today with a ceremonial welcome. They were welcomed to…
Who’s who of the Japanese Imperial Family
As the Japanese State Visit to the UK begins, here is your breakdown of who’s who of the Japanese Imperial Family. Emperor Naruhito Naruhito was…
Empress Masako feeds silkworms
Empress Masako of Japan has fed silkworms as part of a traditional event. The tradition of sericulture has been passed down since the late 19th…
Marking the fifth anniversary of Emperor Naruhito’s accession
As we mark the fifth anniversary of Emperor Naruhito of Japan’s accession, we take a look back at that historic day. It was announced on…
The Emperor and Empress of Japan to make state visit to United Kingdom
Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako of Japan will make a state visit to the United Kingdom. They will be hosted by King Charles III at…
Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako to visit earthquake-affected area
Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako of Japan will visit the towns of Anamizu and Noto in Ishikawa Prefecture to meet victims of the Noto Peninsula…