The Imperial Chrysanthemum Tiara
The Chrysanthemum is one of the most important symbols of the Japanese monarchy, and one of its most fabulous tiaras features this symbol as well….
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Princess Kako addresses Brazilian Congress
Princess Kako of Japan has addressed the Brazilian Congress during her visit to Brazil. She thanked the Brazilians for hosting Japanese immigrants for over 100…
The Princess who met her father for the first time on her wedding day
Princess Nobuko of Japan was born on 7 August 1891 as the daughter of Emperor Meiji of Japan and his fifth imperial concubine, Sono Sachiko….
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 ShÅken, the…
Grand Duke Henri returns from working visit to Japan
Grand Duke Henri of Luxembourg has spent a few days in Japan on a working visit. He was accompanied by Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of…
Japan’s former Princess Mako welcomes first child
Japan’s former Princess Mako has given birth to her first child in the United States. Mako Komuro, who gave up her royal titles and position…
Crown Prince and Princess of Japan honour unidentified war dead
Crown Prince Akishino and Crown Princess Kiko of Japan attended a ceremony which honoured the unidentified people who died during World War II or in…
Japan’s Princess Aiko to make first solo visit abroad
Japan’s Princess Aiko is set to undertake her first solo official visit abroad. The daughter of Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako will visit Laos in…
The Akishino Tiara
The Akishino Tiara is worn by the current Crown Princess of Japan, Princess Kiko. The origins of the tiara are unclear, but it made its…
Emperor Akihito released from hospital following diagnosis
Emperor Emeritus Akihito of Japan has been released from the hospital after receiving a diagnosis. He returned to his home at Sento Imperial Palace after…