japan


Princess Tomohito’s Wedding Tiara

Princess Tomohito’s Wedding Tiara is currently worn by Princess Tomohito of Mikasa. The Princess, who was born Nobuko Asō, received the tiara when she married…


Princess Akiko becomes head of her family

Japan’s Princess Akiko of Mikasa has become the head of her family branch. Akiko, who is a paternal cousin of Emperor Naruhito, will now be…




Princess Ayako’s Tiara

Princess Ayako’s tiara was given to Princess Ayako of Takamado on the occasion of her 20th birthday in 2010. The designs consist of flowers and…



Prince Hisahito celebrates coming of age

Japan’s Prince Hisahito celebrated his coming of age on 6 September in a series of ceremonies in Tokyo. Prince Hisahito, 19, should have marked his…


Princess Tsuguko’s Tiara

Princess Tsuguko’s Tiara is worn by Princess Tsuguko of Takamado. She was gifted the tiara for her 20th birthday, the age of majority in Japan….


The Pearl Sunburst Tiara

The Pearl Sunburst Tiara belonging to the Japanese Imperial family seems to have been made in the 20th century. The first person to be seen…