Royal couple, The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, hold talks with Japan's imperial family.
The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, Prince Edward and Sophie, have embarked on a memorable journey to Japan, a trip that will last until Monday, September 22.
Upon their arrival, the royal couple was greeted with a packed schedule, starting with a meeting at the Imperial Palace with Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako. Sophie, the Duchess, dazzled in a blue Gabriela Hearst dress adorned with cherry blossoms, a symbol of spring in Japan. The meeting was also attended by Crown Prince Akishino's son, Prince Hisahito, who recently participated in a traditional coming-of-age ceremony.
The royal visit was marked by a tree planting ceremony at the Akasaka State Guest House, commemorating Queen Elizabeth's visit in 1975. The Duke and Duchess also had the opportunity to watch a wrestling match at the National Sumo Arena, celebrating Japan's national sport.
Crown Prince Akishino and his wife, Crown Princess Kiko, welcomed Prince Edward and Sophie at a reception held at the British Ambassador's residence in Tokyo. The Duke and Duchess also attended a reception, where they were warmly received by the British community in Japan.
During their stay in Osaka, the royal couple will visit the UK and Japanese Pavilions at EXPO 2025. They will be accompanied by a yet unspecified individual on Monday, September 22.
Before joining Town & Country as a news writer, Rachel King spent nearly a decade as an editor at Fortune. Her work covering travel and lifestyle has appeared in various prestigious publications, including Forbes, Observer, Robb Report, Cruise Critic, and Cool Hunting. Rachel can also be found on Instagram.
Unfortunately, Prince Edward was absent during Katharine, Duchess of Kent's funeral at Westminster Cathedral in London. However, the Duke and Duchess's absence was due to their current visit to Japan.
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During their visit, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh will also visit Koyasan, a sacred monastery complex for Shingon Buddhism and UNESCO World Heritage Site in the mountains outside of Osaka.
Their visit to Japan coincides with Prince Hisahito's participation in a traditional coming-of-age ceremony, making this a significant cultural exchange between the two nations.
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