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Emperor's visit to Okinawa reflects imperial family's close ties to the island. Here is why he cares

Japan’s Emperor Naruhito and his family have visited Okinawa to pray for the war dead ahead of the 80th anniversary marking the end of one of the harshest battles of World War II

The Independent UK

Japan's emperor marks his 65th birthday with a call to keep telling the tragedy of WWII to the young

Japan’s Emperor Naruhito, marking his 65th birthday, stressed the importance to keep telling the tragedy of the World War II to younger generations, pledging to contribute to the effort to promote understanding of the history and determination for peace as the world observes the 80th anniversary of the war’s end

The Independent UK

Atomic Bomb Survivor Urges Putin To Stop Nuclear Threats

Terumi Tanaka, a survivor of atomic bombings, and Nihon Hidankyo, Nobel Peace Prize winner, advocate for nuclear disarmament and call on Putin to halt nucl...

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Japan's Empress Masako says the Nobel for atomic bombing survivors shows the need to push for peace

Japanese Empress Masako says the Nobel Peace Prize for an organization of atomic bombing survivors was a key event that impressed her this year and reminded her of the importance of global peace efforts

The Independent UK

'Ghost of Yotei' Already Has the Secret Ingredient to Fix 'Tsushima's Worst Flaw

Details of 'Ghost of Tsushima 2' were just announced by PlayStation this week, and we now know the game will be called 'Ghost of Yotei.'

Inverse

Prince Hisahito Turns 18, Faces Imperial Succession Challenges

Prince Hisahito's 18th birthday marks a milestone for Japan's royal family, facing succession challenges and considering reforms to maintain lineage.

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Prince Hisahito becomes the first royal male in Japan to reach adulthood in 4 decades.

In a big milestone for Japan’s royal family, Prince Hisahito has turned 18, becoming the first male royal family member to reach adulthood in almost four decades

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King Charles Cracks Inside Joke About Grandkids During State Banquet

His son, Prince William, was quick to react to his dad's grandpa joke.

Marie Claire

Behind-the-scenes look at Buckingham Palace’s state banquet with gold cutlery and vibrant flowers

The event was vibrantly decorated with flowers and Queen Camilla gave an approving nod to the staff who had worked so hard to make it a success

The Independent UK

Japanese Emperor and Empress hosted by King as three-day UK state visit begins

The King and Queen will entertain Emperor Naruhito and his wife Empress Masako

Evening Standard

Watch as King Charles welcomes Japan’s emperor in first state visit since cancer diagnosis

Watch as King Charles III and Queen Camilla entertain Japan’s Emperor Naruhito and his wife Empress Masako days before the general election.

The Independent UK

Japanese Royals Set For Palace Banquet As UK State Visit Begins

Japan's Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako will attend a lavish banquet thrown by their host King Charles III on Tuesday as they kick off a three-day state visit to the UK. The couple arrived in Britain on Saturday, and carried out informal engagements over the weekend, including an audience with…

International Business Times

Emperor Naruhito Of Japan Begins UK State Visit

Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako of Japan visit the U.K. for a postponed state visit, with ceremonial events and a state banquet planned.

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Emperor and Empress of Japan arrive in the UK ahead of a long-awaited state visit

Emperor Naruhito of Japan and his wife Empress Masako have arrived in the U.K. ahead of their long-awaited official state visit

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Japanese Royals Arrive For Three-day State Visit To UK

Japan's Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako arrive in Britain on Saturday ahead of a three-day state visit hosted by King Charles III. The royal couple are due to touch down on a flight from Japan and spend Sunday and Monday at private engagements before the official programme begins on Tuesday.

The Independent UK

Japan's emperor says he looks forward to deepening ties with Britain's royals during UK visit

Japan’s Emperor Naruhito says he is delighted to finally be able to visit Britain after the trip was delayed by several years due to the COVID-19 pandemic

International Business Times

Japan Emperor Recalls Time With UK Royals Ahead Of Visit

Japan's Emperor Naruhito said Britain's royals treated him "like family", as he recounted previous trips at a rare press conference on Wednesday ahead of a UK state visit.

International Business Times

Japan's Royals: Tradition, Myths And Instagram

As Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako make the first Japanese state visit to Britain since 1998, here are some key things to know about the imperial family: - Sun goddess - Legend has it that Japan's royals, whose myth-filled history spans 2,600 years, are descended from the Shinto sun goddess…

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Japan's Emperor And Empress To Pay Three-day State Visit To UK

Japan's Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako will visit Britain at the end of June, spending three days as guests of King Charles III, Buckingham Palace confirmed on Tuesday.

International Business Times

King Charles To Resume Some Public Duties During Cancer Treatment: Palace

British head of state King Charles III will make a limited return to public duties next week, after doctors said they were "very encouraged" by the progress of his treatment for cancer.

Marie Claire

Japan’s Royal Family—the World’s Oldest Monarchy—Attempts to Appeal to the Youth of Its Country By (Finally) Joining Instagram

The Imperial Family is dipping a cautious toe into the vast pond of social media.

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Japanese Imperial Family Makes Instagram Debut To Connect

Japan's imperial family joins Instagram to connect with youth and share official engagements, aiming to dispel reclusive image.

The Guardian - AU

Bonsai trees and a royal birthday: Japan’s imperial family dips a careful toe in world of Instagram

Meme-worthy content appears in short supply, at least initially, as world’s oldest royal family embarks on its social media journey

Bangkok Post

Japanese emperor begins state visit to Indonesia

JAKARTA: Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako arrived in the Indonesian capital Jakarta on Saturday for their first state visit since ascending the Chrysanthemum Throne in 2019.

Los Angeles Times

These Japanese mothers banded together through a support group to talk about mental illness

LOS ANGELES -- When Chiaki's son was diagnosed with schizophrenia, she longed for a support network to help her find care for her son. As a first-generation Japanese mother living in America, navigating the U.S. health care system in an unfamiliar language and culture left her feeling isolated.

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