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Princess Takamado says Canada and Japan are "kindred spirits"

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30th August 2019
Her Imperial Highness Princess Takamado of Japan is currently on an unofficial visit to Canada to mark the 90th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Japan and Canada.The visit, which lasts from 23 August until 2 September, has been full of public events despite its unofficial status. The Princess was received at the Rideau Hall, Ottawa, by Governor General Julie Payette, who is The…
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Crown Prince Family of Japan conclude trip to Bhutan

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26th August 2019
Crown Prince Fumihito, Crown Princess Kiko, and Prince Hisahito of Japan have concluded their visit to Bhutan and returned to Japan. It was the first overseas visit for 12-year-old Prince Hisahito, who is second in line to the Japanese throne.The Crown Prince Family…
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Vice President Mike Pence to attend Emperor Naruhito's post-accession ceremony

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16th August 2019
US Vice President Mike Pence is set to attend Emperor Naruhito of Japan’s post-accession ceremony in October.According to the Japan Times, a diplomatic source says Pence’s attendance is appropriate as then-Vice President Dan Quayle (under President George H.W. Bush) attended the same ceremony for Naruhito’s father, Akihito in November of 1990.US President Donald Trump…
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Japan's Prince Hisahito to make 1st overseas trip to Bhutan alongside parents

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13th June 2019
Japan’s Prince Hisahito of Akishino, 12, is due to undertake his first overseas trip to Bhutan alongside his parents, Crown Prince Fumihito and Crown Princess Kiko, in August. Embed from Getty Images This will mark the second-in-line to the Japanese throne’s first overseas venture. It’s a perfect choice as the Bhutanese and Japanese royals have strong, friendly relations and…
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Former Empress of Japan set to undergo heart exam

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8th June 2019
Empress Emerita Michiko of Japan, 84, is set to undergo a heart examination according to the Imperial Household Agency on Friday. The heart examination has been set up after Michiko’s blood test showed that she has a higher risk of heart failure. As a result, further…
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New Emperor of Japan hosts first state banquet of reign

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28th May 2019
The Emperor and Empress await the arrival of the Trumps. OFFICIAL WHITE HOUSE PHOTO BY ANDEA HANKS Emperor Naruhito, alongside his wife Empress Masako, has hosted his first state banquet since he ascended the throne at the beginning of this month. United States President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump are on a four-day state visit to Japan, and the President is the first foreign leader…
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